For any gent in search of taming their beard and achieving a cleaner glide when shaving, you can’t go past the new 3-in-1 Shave and Beard Oil by Lab Series.
This new Grooming Oil is a triple-blend delivering Sweet Almond Oil, Sea Buckthorn, Jojoba and vitamins that also hydrates in an all-in-one solution for the beard and skin.
A liquid gold colour solution that is a formula designed for manageability, lubrication and hydration. When not in use, it will appear in three separated sections. At the top sits the Oil Phase, which improves beard manageability and adds a healthy-looking shine to the beard. The clear middle section is the Lubrication formula that provides an enhanced razor glide, protects the skin and smooths facial hair. The third tier is the vitamin-infused section which fortifies and hydrates the skin.
To use, shake the bottle well so the whole formula is mixed through. One of the great benefits of this product is you can apply a small amount to your beard as a sole grooming and hydrating oil in the morning which helps condition the hair to minimise beard discomfort throughout the day.
When it comes time to shave, you can use the product in two ways, either in conjunction with your shave cream (I use the Lab Series Cooling Shave Cream which you can find here), or the Oil completely on its own. I’ve tried both methods and quite like the oil only options. It still cushions the skin with a nice glide but I’m quite used to apply shave cream and tend to apply the oil liberally prior to and under to my shave cream. If you prefer a transparent shave then go for the oil only.
During my shaving session, I’ll also apply a couple of drops directly onto my razor for that little extra glide and absolutely love the super clean shave result. I also find that it helps to reduce cuts, shaving rash and irritation.
A couple of extra tips to help the shaving process is the pre-shave prep. It’s important to have a clean canvas and by that I mean, ensure you cleanse and exfoliate before you shave. Best to do this in the shower while your skin is exposed to warm water and steam, as this helps to open the pores, relax the skin and beard. You guys may have already seen, I use the All-in-One Pro LS Cleansing Gel (catch that post here) as well as the Invigorating Face Scrub both by Lab Series. Having clean skin before shaving is key to a close shave.
Post shaving, I apply 3-in-1 Post Shave and for moisturiser, I’m using the Pro LS All-In-One Face Treatment also both by Lab Series.
I’ve tried a few beard oils in my time and many tend to sit on top of the beard and skin surface with little absorption, rubbing onto your fingers throughout the day and leaving oil streaks on your mobile which isn’t the best; it then rubs off onto your trousers or chinos and just ads to the dry cleaning bill. Having now used the Lab Series Grooming Oil for a few weeks, not only do my shaves cut closer with less irritation, but it doesn’t leave a heavy oily product behind. It absorbs nicely into the beard and skin. Keep in mind that this is an oil, so you will have a little product residue, however, you won’t find your mobile sliding off your face.
The 50ml 3-in-1 Grooming Shave & Beard Oil is AUD $52, and you can find it at:
labseries.com.au (click here)
In store at Myer or online (click here)
In store at David Jone
Stay dapper gents.
Robbie – Dapper Lounge.
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