Garden of Wisdom's Shaving Cream is more than just a shave; it’s skincare in every stroke. Rich in soothing botanicals and gentle exfoliants, this creamy formula hydrates deeply, calms irritation, and even helps minimize hair regrowth over time. Forget the drying, foamy lathers of the past; our velvety, non-foaming cream cushions your skin for an ultra-smooth, luxurious glide. Reveal soft, radiant skin with every shave, and treat your skin to the ritual it truly deserves.
Method of Application Apply a thin layer to moist skin; shave and rinse.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Ingredients for SC-1 (cooling) Spring Water hydrating Spearmint Hydrosol astringent, antibacterial, calms irritated skin, healing, - deters hair growth Conditioning Pellets softens skin Glycerin humectant, vegetable derived, literally draws moisture out of the air to skin when applied topically Caprol Micro Express humectant, emollient Emollient Esters emollient Macadamia Nut Oil similar in structure to human sebum, emollient and adds slip to the skin Lactic Acid gentle alpha-hydroxy acid, exfoliant Cetearyl Alcohol conditioning Xanthan Gum natural thickener Optiphen(Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol) broad spectrum, paraben free preservative that does not release formaldehyde Essential Oil Blend: Spearmint Leaf and Eucalyptus Blue antibacterial, antiseptic, soothes aches
Ingredients for SC-2 (floral) Spring Water hydrating Conditioning Pellets softens skin Glycerin humectant, vegetable derived, literally draws moisture out of the air to skin when applied topically Caprol Micro Express humectant, emollient Rose Geranium Hydrosol hydrating, calming and soothing, restores balance to irritated skin Emollient Esters emollient Macadamia Nut Oil similar in structure to human sebum, emollient and adds slip to the skin Lactic Acid gentle alpha-hydroxy acid, exfoliant Cetearyl Alcohol conditioning Xanthan Gum natural thickener Optiphen (Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol) broad spectrum, paraben free preservative that does not release formaldehyde Rose Geranium Essential oil (and) Calendula Co2 Extract balancing, soothing, refreshing, calming
Ingredients for SC-3 (sensitive skin) Spring Water hydrating Comfrey Leaf Hydrosol hydrating, softens skin, calming and soothing, restores balance to irritated skin Conditioning Pellets softens skin Glycerin humectant, vegetable derived, literally draws moisture out of the air to skin when applied topically Caprol Micro Express humectant, emollient Emollient Esters emollient Macadamia Nut Oil similar in structure to human sebum, emollient and adds slip to the skin Cetearyl Alcohol conditioning Xanthan Gum natural thickener Optiphen (Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol) and Cosmocil CQ (Polyaminopropyl Biguanide) broad spectrum, paraben free preservative(s) that does not release formaldehyde Calendula Co2 Extract balancing, soothing, refreshing, calming
I have terrible keratosis pilaris on my legs, plus very dry and sensitive skin. This is literally the only shaving cream I can use that doesn't make my legs look worse (and I've tried all the store brand ones)! Shaving itself isn't great for my skin, but as long as I change out my razor frequently, clean it with a q-tip between uses, and stick with this shaving cream, I can shave every few days like a normal person. Thanks for a great product!
So very happy you are loving our Shaving Cream! Thank you!
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day. Gentle and clean. Makes hair feel so soft.
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This is exactly what we hoped our unscented Locks of Lovely Shampoo would work for: gentle enough for those hot summer days when washing your hair becomes an almost-daily necessity! We’re especially happy to hear that it leaves your hair feeling so soft without relying on added fragrance.
Thank you for taking the time to share this!
Your GoW Family ❤️
I like this stuff! My blemishes are usually just tiny irritated white heads or bumps with nothing in them. If I put this on at night, things are much calmer in the morning. It even seems to have a minimizing effect on the few deep painful cystic guys I get, so they end up fading away rather than coming to the surface full of rage. And so far I haven't had any irritation (and I have very sensitive skin). I put this on after my last oil stage, after things have dried down a bit. I feel like that works best since I use it as a spot treatment, and putting it on under other stuff seems like it would just spread it around.
Caroline ˗ˏˋ ♡ ˎˊ˗
“Coming to the surface full of rage” may be the best blemish description we have ever read 😂
We’re so happy the Sulfur Clearing Serum is helping those emerging bumps look calmer by morning, including the deeper, particularly stubborn ones. Sulfur can be a bit much for some sensitive skin, so we’re also glad you’ve found a careful spot-application method that works beautifully for yours.
Thankyou 🫶❤️ for such a thoughtful and wonderfully descriptive review!
Your GoW Crew
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Honey Comb Hyaluronic Acid Serum (Leucidal) Marian Jamieson
This is the best one!
This is the best one! My skin is sensitive to unusual things and the leucidal hyaluronic acid serums don't give me any issue. I prefer the honey to the regular because it helps my acne. I had to order the regular/pure HA serum last time and I definitely noticed breakouts lasting longer. Honey comb is the way to go!
This is such helpful feedback, Marian! Thank you 💕
Skin can be extraordinarily particular, and sometimes two very similar formulas behave quite differently. The honeycomb version combines the hydration of hyaluronic acid with honey’s naturally humectant and skin-comforting qualities, so it makes perfect sense that your skin has a definite favorite.
We’re delighted you found the one that keeps your sensitive skin happy and those stubborn blemishes from lingering!
Your GoW Family ˗ˏˋ ♡ ˎˊ˗
Gentle, non irritating niacinimide serum. Another wonderful light and layerable product from GoW. I like how this serum plays well with my other products and it’s not sticky. This has been very helpful for my stepson’s oily teenage skin as well. Thank you!
Thank you 💕 Amber.
We’re especially happy to hear that one serum is working so nicely for two very different skin needs! Niacinamide can be remarkably useful for helping skin look more balanced, but a formula still needs to be comfortable enough to use consistently. Light, layerable and not sticky is exactly what we wanted this serum to be.
Thank you for sharing it with your stepson and for telling us how it’s working for both of you, Amber!
Markey 🌸🌸🌸
The perfect cleanser with no harsh ingredients. I have been using this cleanser for years and it is the best!
Hearing that our Creamy Cleanser has cared for your skin for years is simply wonderful. We formulated it to cleanse gently while leaving the skin feeling soft and comfortable, rather than tight or stripped. Thank you for making it such a lasting part of your routine!
Markey and the GoW Crew (´｡• ◡ •｡`) ♡
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top. Absolutely love what this has been doing for my skin.
Bakuchiol (Sytenol®A) Botanic Facial Oil Booster
Karen Nagamoto
So far my skin likes this after spritzing with hydrosol. Then I mix a little with sweet almond oil to help seal it in. It doesn't clog my pores or make me break out like other products. Thank you!
I just tried the Pomegranate Super Fruit Hydrating Mist. Great scent. Great hydration for use throughout the day.
Super Fruit Hydrating Mist
Andrea Shapiro
Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin
I've been using this cleanser for several months. Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin.
Soothing Cleansing Gel 100% Soap Free
Matt Staton
I love this serum so much
I love this serum so much. I have sensitive skin, and use this once a week so it lasts a while, and it makes such a big difference. Smooths lines, cleans pores, and evens skin tone.
Mandelic Acid 5% Serum
Kim
Unclogs pores and smooths bumps
This product has unclogged my pores and smoothed the bumps on my cheeks. I have very sensitive skin and this did not irritate my face. It does not work overnight, you need to stick with it for a while but it worked for me!
Azelaic Acid 8% Serum
Kim
My skin's texture and firmness have improved
I have noticed that my skin's texture and firmness have improved since I have been using this product. The fine lines seem a little smoother and it does not irritate my skin.
Eternal Youth Elixir - Rejuvenation Formula
Lmuir
Superb for Soothing Sunburns
Love this. So simple but effective. I use it daily on my face as it soothes my sensitive skin. Whenever anyone in our family has had too much sun or a sunburn, we use this - it's incredibly soothing and hydrating. Even my picky kiddos happily put it on sun-parched skin.
Aloe Vera Inner Fillet Gel
Natali Hartley
Perfection :)
Love this product!! Especially during summer my skin just thrives with this! Not too thick or rich but leaves my skin happy and moisturized.
Wickedly Rich McDreamy Cream
Magdalena Manion
Work horse in my skin care routine
Work horse in my skin care routine. Have used for years. I spray a few sprays after cleansing on my face, neck, and chest, then use the extra moisture it provides to spread my serum. Resets the ph of my skin, makes everything feel more comfortable, and cost effective. Love it.
