<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nNow let\u2019s look at some non-traditional alternatives that are not shaving specific products. As a major caveat, products designed specifically for shaving are always going to perform best, but in a pinch, some other alternatives can be used. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Products such as aloe lotion, shea butter, and skin lotion can be used for shaving if no shaving products are available.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n- Cost effective if these products are already in your bathroom<\/li>
- Moisturize and lubricate the skin<\/li>
- Better than shaving dry<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n- Designed to be rubbed into the skin rather than creating a protective barrier<\/li>
- Not nearly as much skin protection as shaving specific products<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Olive oil<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nWhile unconventional, olive oil can help with your shave if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s obviously not ideal due to how thin it is and how difficult it can be to control (plus you’re definitely not getting a lather out of it!). On the upside, olive oil is very slick and excellent for your skin so it may actually provide an excellent shave if you can work with it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n- Smells amazing<\/li>
- Chances are you already have it in the house<\/li>
- Rich in vitamins and nutrients<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n- Greasy<\/li>
- Difficult to apply enough to provide a good barrier<\/li>
- Will probably make you hungry while shaving<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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