Kiehl's Close Shaver pre shave oil is loaded with yummy oils. As soon as you twist open the tiny 1.7 oz. squeeze bottle you'll smell spearmint with a hint of eucalyptus. Experienced pre shavers will know that those ingredients help soften your beard, and make your shave just that much more of a pleasurable experience. If you're skin is oily like mine, take comfort, Kieh'ls formula rinsed away with leaving any residue once I was done shaving.

I also like the squeeze bottle because it helps me meter out just the right amount oil, 5 drops. Although the label claims you can use alone to shave, I've personally never tryed that feat. I'm too fond of their shave cream I guess.

Usage:
I start out by squeezing 5 drops into one palm and rub together with my other hand. This seems to warm the oil up slightly before use. I then rub onto my DRY face complete with last night's stubble. If you think you didn't use enough, feel free to use more. Remember it rinses away. Don't fret about the economics of this product. If you use it right you'll get 4 to 6 months of shaving pleasure out of it.

I've always loved the smell, and consistency of the product is just right. Not to runny of an and not too thick. I don't want it to feel like I'm applying olive oil to my face. Kiehl's like few others gets this right.

I suggest you follow up with one of Kiehl's great shave creams for perfect shave everytime.

If you're new to pre shave oils, test this method out one side of your face. Honestly see if the oil doesn't make a difference. If you're not satisfied you received a better shave, Kiehl's stands behind their products. Save your receipt, they'll take the product back no questions asked.

No problems here. My only suggestion would be a flip top on the bottle so I can close it up when my hands are wet and oily.

Great product great shave!

5 for 5 from me

Rinseable Oil for beard softening or creative shaving
Formulated for men with sensitive skin, ingrown hairs, razor burn, or a tough beard
Blend of Spearmint, Eucalyptus, Cedarwood Bark, and Rosemary oils
Protects, comforts, and moisturizes skin
Not tested on animals

Formulated for men with sensitive skin, ingrown hairs, razor burn, or a tough beard, our dual-purpose formula is ideal as a pre-shave hair softener or for creative shaving. Blending some of the most efficacious natural oils (Spearmint, Eucalyptus, Cedarwood Bark, and Rosemary), this shave oil protects, comforts, and moisturizes skin for a smooth, comfortable shave - with superb rinsabilty. Used on its own, our translucent formula helps you avoid spots, blemishes, or problem areas while shaving - and allows creative shaving of goatees and sideburns.