The Gentlemens Refinery The Standard Shave Cream

The Gentlemens Refinery Shave Cream produces generous lather and retains its silken texture throughout the shave process. Available in TSA approved travel sizes! Features 1. Coconut oil- it has antiviral and antibacterial properties Coconut oil is a tropical oil pressed either from the dried flesh or fresh flesh of the coconut palm and is known to heal and nourish the skin. Coconut oil helps to have soft, wrinkle-free skin with smaller pores and an even skin tone as it aids in removing the outer layer of dead skin cells on the skin. Coconut oil is easily absorbable as it has a small molecular structure and thus helps to moisturize the skin. It penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin and strengthens the underlying tissues. The skin is made up of connective tissues that give the skin strength and elasticity. Coconut oil helps to keep connective tissues strong and supple so that the skin doesn't sag and wrinkle. Coconut oil also helps to reduce chronic skin inflammation seen in psoriasis and eczema within days and soothes and heals wounds, blood blisters, rashes, etc. It is an excellent ingredient to use in healing salves and ointments. Coconut oil has direct and indirect antioxidant properties that help to counteract free radical damage that breaks down connective tissues. Coconut oil protects the skin from conditions like lipofuscin or the appearance of brown, freckle-like spots or liver spots. Coconut oil can help to prevent the development of blemishes caused by aging and over exposure to sunlight. In some cases it might even restore damaged or diseased skin. The oil is absorbed into the skin and into the cell structure of the connective tissues, limiting the damage excessive sun exposure can cause. Tropical oils are high in saturated fat. Saturated fat is not a single substance but rather a family of molecules having varying lengths, and coconut oil has more of the medium-length type of saturated fat molecules such as lauric acid and myristic acid. Medium-chain triglycerides are purported to have antimicrobial properties. Medium chain fatty acids are not easily oxidized and do not cause harmful free radical damage. There are also claims that MCTs in coconut oil cure yeast and fungal infections. Sebum also contains medium chain fatty acids, in the form of medium chain triglycerides, which can be released to fight harmful germs. The medium chain fatty acids in the sebum provide the protective layer on the skin that kills harmful germs. Coconut oil is nature's richest source of medium chain fatty acids. When coconut oil is put on the skin it doesn't have any immediate antimicrobial action. However, when bacteria which are always present on the skin turn these triglycerides into free fatty acids, just as it does with sebum, the result is an increase in the number of antimicrobial fatty acids on the skin and protection from infection. The free fatty acids also help to contribute to the acid environment on the skin which repels disease causing germs. 2. Ylang ylang essential oil will normalize sebum secretion for skin problems; it also has been used in hair oils and to sooth insect bites 3. On the skin, sandalwood oil relieves itching and inflammation of the skin, and is most effective in relieving dehydrated skin - making it great for anti-ageing skincare - and the astringent action has a great toning effect and is also used with great results in oily skin conditions and to prevent the skin from forming ugly scars and for fighting dry eczema. 4. Lavender has an analgesic effect on the skin, which helps with pain relief, but it is the antiseptic and stimulant properties which make it very effective for use on wounds and burns. It also contains ursolic acid, which is not only antibacterial, but also active against lipid oxidation and inhibits elastase â?? which results in tissue degeneration as well as inflammatory processes as well as tissue degradation such as psoriasis and eczemas. The rosmarinic acid and polyphenolic derivatives have good antioxidant properties, which is helpful in countering aging. On the skin, lavender oil tones and revitalizes it and it is useful for all types of skin problems, such as abscesses, acne, oily skin, boils, burns, sunburn, wounds, psoriasis, lice, insect bites, stings. It also acts as an insect repellent. Benefits: 1. Natural plant derived ingredients 99% 2. Fragranced with beneficial essential oils which immediately soothe any skin irritation caused by shaving 3. higher pH allows for a smoother shave by opening pores 4. excellent foaming properties to lift hair away from skin to make shaving easier 5. nourishes the skin with coconut oil triglycerides which help to prevent infections as well as adding moisture to the skin minimize