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9 Kickass Organic Shaving Products for Men : Get a Clean and Green Shave

May 26, 2015 by Andrea 14 Comments

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no cost to you when you make a purchase using my link.

organic shaving products for men

Shaving is a daily ritual for many guys and can be a way for men to have some self-care in their day. A little bit of self-love is necessary for a happy spirit.

This daily ritual can also expose men to harsh chemicals, making it all the more important to keep the products they use clean and green. Organic shaving products for men are gaining popularity as men are becoming more aware of the daily exposure to synthetics through their personal care products.

Men like having soft skin, and women like it too (am I right ladies?). The key to a great shave and baby soft skin, post-shave is having the right technique as well as the right products.

Products can help prepare your skin for shaving, lift hairs up for a clean shave as well as treat the skin after the shave. They can minimize irritation and prevent redness, calm cuts, and ease itchiness.

We will discuss what types of products men need for a great shave, with a recommended kickass organic product for each one.

I thoroughly read each product’s ingredients list, to make sure I was only sharing those that are truly natural and do not contain any questionable ingredients.

Essential Organic Shaving Products for Men


1. Exfoliating Face Wash

This prepares your skin for shaving, getting rid of any dead skin cells on your face as well as encouraging any hairs hiding in the surface of your skin to stand up.

We Recommend: Rugged and Dapper Skin Fuel for Men – A multi-purpose toner, scrub, and wash, it contains natural plant-based exfoliants including circular Jojoba beads which are very gentle on the skin, yet highly effective at removing unwanted dirt & grime.

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2. Pre-Shave Oil

Pre-shave oil is applied before a lather, it will soften your facial hair as well as open pores, ensuring a close shave. The oil will penetrate and moisturize the skin, making it as supple as possible and minimizing cuts.

The best shave-oils use natural plant oils such as coconut, sunflower, grapeseed or olive oil. Antibacterial agents, such as essential oils can help prevent breakouts and cleanse any cuts.

tico shaving oil

We Recommend: TICO organic shave oil is a blend of natural and organic oils meant to prepare your skin for a great shave. It is excellent for sensitive skin. It comes in a travel-friendly bottle.

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3. Lathers

Help the razor do its job with a good lather. Lathers work to cushion the skin from the razors blade while keeping your stubble – and face – from drying out.

Most mainstream lathers contain alcohol, which dries out the skin. It’s no wonder some guys despise shaving – they are using the wrong products! Avoid alcohol in your skincare, please.

There are 4 types of lathers: foams, creams, soaps, and gels. We won’t even talk about foams because they are drying and irritating.

Cream Lather

Creams are rich and hydrating. They lubricate the skin and allow the blade to glide effortlessly over it. They also lock moisture into the skin, softening and soothing it after the shave.

Creams rinse easily from your shaver’s blades. For best results, massage with hands or a badger brush for a full minute. Look for creams with ingredients to help heal the skin and keep it from drying out such as aloe or glycerin.

ursa major stellar shave cream

We Recommend: Ursa Major Stellar Shave Cream – concentrated, nourishing, non-lather cream to nourish your skin and help give you an effortless shave, it also smells amazing.

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Soap Lather

Shaving soap is a traditional lather for shaving. The soap must be lathered up in a bowl and put on with a brush. Soap does a great job if you lather well enough, but it can be drying to the skin. Look for a soap that contains nourishing oils to hydrate and protect.

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We Recommend: A Wild Soap Bar Sassafras Shaving Soap – So many natural shaving soaps still contain synthetic fragrance – this is a big no-no, the term, “fragrance” can hide all sorts of chemicals. A Wild Soap bar is free of synthetic fragrance (they use essential oils to add aroma). This soap bar lubricates and softens the skin. It doesn’t produce a huge lather, because it contains clay, but it works and comes highly recommended by many people.

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Gel Lather

Gels are becoming more popular, they are gentler than soaps and also make the skin slippery to maximize the razors glide. People like them because they tend to be transparent, making it easier to see the hairs underneath.

They do have some disadvantages, they don’t rinse off the blades as easily and can be pore-clogging.

Dr Bronners Shave Gel

We Recommend: Dr Bronners Shave Gel – smooth and effective without harsh ingredients. Organic and vegan ingredients create a rich, moisturizing lather. Works best with a shaving brush.

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4. Badger Brush

A badger brush is essential for a great shave. they create a perfect, creamy lather – while also exfoliating, and getting your hairs to stand up, ready to be shaved.

Once you use a brush, you will never go back. Badger hair is soft and flexible and makes the best shave brush.

There are 4 grades of badger hair, with each grade being more expensive.

  • Pure Badger – Coarser in texture than the other grades. It will last an average of 3 years.
  • Best Badger – Softer than Pure, it will last about 6 years.
  • Super Badger – Soft on the face with no scratchiness, this grade can last up to 10 years.
  • Silver-tip – The best and most expensive, it is gentle and luxurious. It will last 10 years or more.
silver tip badger brush

We Recommend: Parker Silver-Tip Badger Shaving Brush – The softest bristles you will find, a true luxury shaving experience.

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5. Post-Shave Treatments

After you have shaved you want something that will relieve burns, razor bumps, dryness and help heal any cuts.

Aftershave Treatment

Aftershaves are usually heavy on alcohol and can be drying to the skin. Aftershaves work because their astringent properties help combat irritation, while their antiseptic properties prevent cuts from getting infected.

Remember to not overuse, only a little is needed to get the job done. Look for an aftershave with witch hazel instead of alcohol, for a less drying effect.

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We Recommend: Crux Supply Co. Post-Shave Tonic  – Witch hazel is the first ingredient. This post-shave tonic contains no synthetic fragrances, parabens, or toxic chemicals. It is soothing and conditioning to the skin. Highly recommended.

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Balm Aftershave Treatment

A good shave balm will rejuvenate the skin, reduce redness and irritation, while relieving dryness and itchiness. Balms are intensely hydrating, soothing razor burn and preventing ingrown hairs.

Look for balms containing Aloe and plant oils. Vitamin C and E are excellent regenerative ingredients.

organic shaving products - aftershave balm

We Recommend: Herbal Choice Mari Organic Aftershave Balm – Certified organic aftershave balm. Soothing and moisturizing with no synthetic fragrances. Made with pure, cold-pressed oils, this aftershave balm is good for all skin types and is especially suited to those with sensitive skin.

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Aftershave Moisturizer Treatment

Our skin needs hydration. Shaving can make your skin dry so a moisturizer may be an essential step in your routine.

Throw some anti-aging properties into your moisturizer and you’ve got yourself a practical finish to your shaving experience.

Give your face a cool splash of water to close up your pores before applying.

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We Recommend: John Masters Organics Eucalyptus and Agave Aftershave Moisturizer – lightweight but powerful. Locks in moisture and is loaded with antioxidants to combat aging.

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Conclusion

It isn’t easy finding organic shaving products for men, hoo wee, I had a heck of a time finding these ones. Sure there are many out there that claim to be organic and natural, but then you read the ingredients list and you have to shake your head.

I will leave you with a short video demonstrating the perfect shave.

Do you have any organic brands to share? What is your favorite shaving product?

Yours In Beauty,
Andrea

Filed Under: Buying Guides, Men Tagged With: shaving, wordpress

About Andrea

Andrea has been blogging about organic and natural skincare for over 5 years and has been practicing her own natural lifestyle for over 20 years. She is a mother of three with a passion for helping people make the switch to non-toxic skincare. If you are looking for organic beauty products - Check out our favorite shops

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Leo Emery says

    May 29, 2015 at 5:36 pm

    Hey Andrea,

    First off FANTASTIC article. Who knew there was so many options for guys.

    I’m a real low maintenance type of guy. My routine is to shower first and that makes my hair softer and much easier to shave.

    I’ve also noticed it makes my razor blades last a lot longer because they are not working as hard.

    I don’t use aftershave I do use a skin lotion. And after reading about the Brooklyn Grooming Anchor Aftershave Tonic I’m digging on giving that a try.

    Nice to see you mentioned the badger brush. I remember growing up my dad had the brush like that. He would mix up his shaving cream and then use the old style razor were you dropped in the razor blade, I think it was a gillette razor.

    That razor was scary and I remember thinking I don’t want to have to shave if I have to use something like that.

    Again, great article

    Cheers
    leo

    Reply
    • Andrea says

      May 29, 2015 at 6:58 pm

      Thanks Leo,
      I know the Brooklyn Grooming Company has some fantastic looking products. I was really selective in this article as to what products I would showcase. I only wanted to show products with,
      1. Great, truly natural ingredients
      2. Awesome packaging.
      My man is low maintenance as well, he doesn’t even shave! He sports the beard. He is also not a product user, but I know some men are. This article is for those men who use products and take pride in their shaving ritual.

      Reply
  2. John says

    May 29, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    Andrea,
    After 40 years of not shaving daily, yes I have a full beard, I was looking into daily shaving once again. Your organic shaving products and the simple steps you have outlined will help with what products will work for me and give me comfort after my shave. I think you have given me a reason to shave again.
    Thanks
    John

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    • Andrea says

      May 29, 2015 at 7:00 pm

      Thanks so much John,
      After researching for this article, I tried to convince my man to start shaving again! He grows a full beard as well, and even after I told him how to get an awesome shave, he still said, “no way”.

      Reply
  3. Vanessa says

    May 29, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    Hi Andrea
    I was looking at a recent episode of “Botched” and one of the reasons that was suggested as to why some guys may have a younger looking face was the shaving. Apparently, shaving is not just about removing the hair, but when they shave, other “impurities” get taken off from the skin as well and a bunch of other stuff.

    You’ve highlighted some really great products and I like the idea that they are filled with natural ingredients. I distinctly remember my brother having difficulty finding a product that would not cause him to break out when she shaved. Not sure what he got comfortable with, but initially it was a process of trial and error.

    Now there are lots of options without the harsh chemicals and I am sure lots of guys and gals would be happy to encounter your site and learn about the best options they can access.

    P.S. that barber in the video looks like he can give a really good facial. 🙂

    Reply
    • Andrea says

      May 31, 2015 at 5:39 am

      Thanks Vanessa, the world of natural and organic shaving is growing. I am glad your brother was eventually able to find something he could use, sometimes it really does come down to trial and error.

      Yes, that barber makes me want to go get a facial shaving, looks relaxing!

      Reply
  4. rick says

    May 29, 2015 at 10:52 pm

    These products look so great! I’m now wanting to give up my electric shaver and join the group here that has the edge!

    John Masters Organics Jojoba and Ginseng Exfoliating Facial Cleanser – Jojoba beads exfoliate without scratching the skin.

    I really like the organic stuff here. My GF is all Organic, in fact we are going to be moving out to the country in a few months and have a half acre garden and become onen with the earth!

    Love the website and the products!

    Rick

    Reply
    • Andrea says

      May 31, 2015 at 5:41 am

      Thanks Rick, that is so awesome that you and your wife are moving to the country, a half acre garden sounds amazing!

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  5. Chris says

    June 2, 2015 at 4:53 pm

    Excellent resource. Ill definitely be back to refresh my memory when it comes to needing new product.

    Reply
    • Andrea says

      June 3, 2015 at 5:42 am

      Your welcome!

      Reply
  6. Patrick says

    June 9, 2015 at 5:13 pm

    When I first read your opening article about all that nasty stuff in skin care products, I was appalled and glad that you brought it to light. Then, when I saw you’re taking men’s skin care seriously, I was really happy. As a man with sensitive skin, I’ve been dealing with itch any time I have facial hair, so a good clean shave is extremely important. If I go more than a couple of days without shaving, I get all red and splotchy. Thanks for this!

    Reply
    • Andrea says

      June 9, 2015 at 10:16 pm

      You are so very welcome Patrick 🙂 That makes me so happy to hear, that you were helped by my writing. Sensitive skin is a burden many people deal with, luckily there are more and more organic companies coming out that are creating products especially for sensitive skin. Pai Skincare is one and CV Skinlabs is another.

      Reply

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