Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!). I evventually found some foam but is almost
twice the price of Gel. Anyway, i just tried that to see. And guess
what, this "Sensitive" foam actually stings on application! Now, just
what the hell they are putting in these things, I have no idea - But
can't say I like any of it.

So I just looked up "making your own shaving soap" on goognet and not
only is it inpractical but too time consuming and involves Lye (I
read) which is dangerous.

So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw

This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.
thx

On 07/03/2016 17:46, mike wrote:

So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw

This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.
thx



Is this the one?
http://www.boots.com/en/Gillette-Ser...-200ml_925468/

On 07/03/16 17:46, mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!). I evventually found some foam but is almost
twice the price of Gel. Anyway, i just tried that to see. And guess
what, this "Sensitive" foam actually stings on application! Now, just
what the hell they are putting in these things, I have no idea - But
can't say I like any of it.

So I just looked up "making your own shaving soap" on goognet and not
only is it inpractical but too time consuming and involves Lye (I
read) which is dangerous.

So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw

This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.
thx


Had a quick look on http://www.gillette.co.uk, and there is one there
called "classic shave foam sensitive skin" which looks a similar'ish
design to your ebay listing. Perhaps it's a new replacement?

Why not contact them direct? Never know, there may be free samples?

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Adrian C

On Mon, 07 Mar 2016 17:46:50 +0000, mike wrote:


So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw

This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.

Don't think you would have problems buying from someone with so much
feedback but it does seem to be cheaper in Boots.
(Do agree with your preference for foam v gel. The last time I wanted
some Tesco had Nivia foam on offer (two for £3 I think) so I bought
four.)

On 07/03/16 17:46, mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!). I evventually found some foam but is almost
twice the price of Gel. Anyway, i just tried that to see. And guess
what, this "Sensitive" foam actually stings on application! Now, just
what the hell they are putting in these things, I have no idea - But
can't say I like any of it.

So I just looked up "making your own shaving soap" on goognet and not
only is it inpractical but too time consuming and involves Lye (I
read) which is dangerous.

So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw

This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.
thx

pretty sure can get boring old foam at Waitrose.


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How fortunate for governments that the people they administer don't think.

Adolf Hitler

On 07/03/16 18:54, The Natural Philosopher wrote:
On 07/03/16 17:46, mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!). I evventually found some foam but is almost
twice the price of Gel. Anyway, i just tried that to see. And guess
what, this "Sensitive" foam actually stings on application! Now, just
what the hell they are putting in these things, I have no idea - But
can't say I like any of it.

So I just looked up "making your own shaving soap" on goognet and not
only is it inpractical but too time consuming and involves Lye (I
read) which is dangerous.

So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw


This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.
thx

pretty sure can get boring old foam at Waitrose.


http://www.waitrose.com/shop/Display...roductId=82539


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"The great thing about Glasgow is that if there's a nuclear attack it'll
look exactly the same afterwards."

Billy Connolly

On 07/03/16 17:46, mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!)


I'm quite happy with Palmolive shaving soap and a brush: Tesco sell both.

--
Kevin

On 07/03/2016 17:46, mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!). I evventually found some foam but is almost
twice the price of Gel. Anyway, i just tried that to see. And guess
what, this "Sensitive" foam actually stings on application! Now, just
what the hell they are putting in these things, I have no idea - But
can't say I like any of it.

So I just looked up "making your own shaving soap" on goognet and not
only is it inpractical but too time consuming and involves Lye (I
read) which is dangerous.

So, just been looking on ebay and see this:-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6x-Gillett...jUssha-lQLpELw

This is the same stuff I've been using for years. Just about to buy
some but wonder if any of you know a High St or retail source for
this? I'm not saying this seller is selling "unreal" products but one
has to be a bit careful these days.
thx

Don't know if they stock it, but Supadrug online deliver any order over
£10 free.


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Dave - The Medway Handyman

On Mon, 07 Mar 2016 17:46:50 +0000, mike wrote:

Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Why bother with some expensive "product"? A good lather up with hand
soap is just a good. Perhaps:

http://www.tesco.com/groceries/produ.../?id=264249699

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Cheers
Dave.

On 07/03/16 17:46, mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Almost all is shaving Gel - which I dislike (too scented and as far as
I am concerned - stinks!). I evventually found some foam but is almost
twice the price of Gel. Anyway, i just tried that to see. And guess
what, this "Sensitive" foam actually stings on application! Now, just
what the hell they are putting in these things, I have no idea - But
can't say I like any of it.


http://www.poundland.co.uk/catalogse...=gillette+foam

Another Dave

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Change nospam to gmx

In article ,
mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Can't help, sorry - I gave up on aerosol type junk years ago and used
ordinary soap then moved onto shave oil and not looked back. I buy the
basic "King of Shaves" brand, but since I only shave twice a week their
basic 15ml bottle lasts me months. You really only do need a few drops.

Gordon

On Tuesday, 8 March 2016 13:25:14 UTC, Gordon Henderson wrote:
In article ,
mike wrote:
Just back from trying to buy Gillette shaving *foam* from tesco.

Can't help, sorry - I gave up on aerosol type junk years ago and used
ordinary soap then moved onto shave oil and not looked back. I buy the
basic "King of Shaves" brand, but since I only shave twice a week their
basic 15ml bottle lasts me months. You really only do need a few drops.

I much prefer shave oil as well. Hair conditioner can also work well.