Customer Reviews

Pre-Shave Stick

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I used to use Remington FaceSaver Pre-Shave Powder Stick for years and it was great on my face. Fantastic on reducing razor burn. Then the Swiss company that makes the product added 'parfum', and it just stunk. Big time. I went looking for another powder stick because I relied on these things to save my face as the product name implies. I tried Parks, and then Eltron, which it seems is the same company - both stinky.

This is the winner! Works great without the smell. I ordered it thru Amazon from Shavetronics, and they originally sent the Eltron version. When I called and told them of the error they immediately sent me a corrected order - no questions asked. Couldn't be happier.

The only thing I would say is to clean your shaver after using this or any powder stick. I've got one that you can rinse under the tap after using. If you don't clean it you'll need to replace the blades more frequently which can be costly.

I've been using these for over 10 years. It does wonders for your face, but is death to your electric shaver if you don't clean it right. I went through a set of Philishave (Norelco) blades in 6 months, rather than the usual reccomendation of 2 years by being lazy in cleaning the blades. The powder is soothing to skin and you need only very little to soak up the oils on your face, but dammit, it'll dull your rotary blades quick if you don't clean them with the supplied brush. I switched to an old refurbished (by me) Remington foil shaver and the powder seems to have less of an impact on blade longevity with foil/screen shavers. Use sparingly! Shave dry! CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN!

My first thought when I bought a Remington shaver and saw this in the suggested add-on section was "Yeah right. Another gimmick.". But since the shaver was only $20, I needed something to get over $25 to get super saver shipping. I figured what the heck, and added it on. To use it, you just rub this stuff on your face and neck (it smells like talcum powder), then smooth it around your with your finger to make sure you have some everywhere you're going to shave. Turn on your shaver and have at it. Don't worry if a bit gets on you or your shirt collar, it comes right off without staining. You get a very smooth, gliding, clean shave with absolutely no irritation whatsoever. And one bottle lasts for months! I guess for a "gimmick", this one's a winner! It works well with my Remington shaver and that was the claim made in the product description. But I do suggest that you wait until Amazon stocks it again so that it's eligible for Free Super Saver Shipping.

I have been using these sticks for many years and they do a great job of helping to keep your face from getting razor burn from daily shaving. Really fantastic, but......

Remington decided to "improve" the scent. I was revolted when I tried the new ones with the white/red/blue cap. The increase of 'parfum' is too much and just stinks - imho. What used to be a pleasant experience first thing in the morning has turned into a trial. I keep thinking I'll get used to it but I never have. Hmmm.....maybe noseplugs.

I would not recommend buying these in bulk, (as I used to do) until you've tried one to see if you can handle the smell.


After further research looking for a non-scented version, I found that Parks, Eltron, and Remington all seem to come from the same manufacturer in Switzerland. They all have the same smell. However.......

There is a version out there without the scent which is great!

It's called Derma Bloc Pre Shave Powder Stick - it's the same as the others without the intense SMELL.

This talc-based product definitely helps avoid irritation from using an electric shaver. Unfortunately it also tends to gum up the shaver heads, and can sometimes make it harder to get a close shave. So while I like what it does to my skin, I don't care for the end result after the shave. You're probably better off with one of the liquid based pre-shaves if your face can tolerate it.

reviews suggested they had dispensed with the perfume odor.
Not.

Product works well, improves glide over the face and decreases irritation.

However, does result in more detritus during shaving that ends up on my shirt.

The perfume smell sits on my face all day, and I have to put up with it. Ick. I can wash it off with soap and water, but I got an electric shaver to avoid that.

If the perfume was removed, I would give it 4-1/2 stars.

Hey Product Makers: get rid of perfumes!

This product works great. It gives me a much more comfortable shave and my skin seems less irritated when I use it. Also my shaver seems to shave better with it. I plan to apply this first before shaving with an electric shaver.

I have been using the facesaver sticks for almost 2 years. I have tried the liquid pre-shaving lotions and these and the sticks are a lot better.

Very simple to use, it helps the shaver slide through the skin and you get no irritation. I find that is better to use it in the mornings after you shower or wash your face. I've notice that in the mornings after you shower or wash your face the hair grows a little bit, you use the stick and shave and you don't have to wash you face again. If you leave the powder on your face after you shave also helps if you have oily skin. After you shave there is almost no residue of the powder.

I recently bought this product for my husband, who because of his health problems does not have good coordination of his arms and hands. This product is so practical and easy to use, that he himself applies it to his face and is able to shave himself (with an electric razor) without having to deal with water and/or foam. I recommend it.

Have used the product for years. Perfect for shaving with electric shavers. Easy application and allows shaver to move easily over the face and neck for a very close shave. Couldn't live without it.