Review (5/5): Brilliant Shaving Cream
Truefitt & Hill Lavender is such a joy to use, it is downright therapeutic. A little bit goes a long way, and it's easy to create a nice lather. It feels very smooth and soothing. I get a close shave with little irritation. My skin feels better hydrated after using this than with most shaving creams.
Fragrance: The primary note is lavender, as you might have guessed. This lavender is masculine, and there is a bit of a "barbershop" smell. The effect is very relaxing and calming. This is not the sharp, pungent, synthetic lavender that you get with many cheap men's fragrances and grooming products. It is cool, natural smelling, and "round".
So far, this is the best cream I've used. It is also the most expensive, but well worth it. Other good choices are Proraso (not as good, but great price) and Taylor of Old Bond Street (close to the same shave quality, cheaper, smells decent). I have not tried Geo F. Trumper yet, so can't offer a comparison to that.