Traditional shaving foam feels smooth and luxurious, but it’s built for sensation, not performance. Clinical testing shows it increases redness, reduces hydration, and leaves behind residue that can irritate skin, even if it "feels" good.

We didn’t walk into a barber shop on Magazine street in New Orleans looking for a shave cream, but over the next several months we realized that this shave cream was an exceptional pairing to our razor.

In our second phase of research, we brought 52 people into our offices to measure the true impact of shaving—down to the blood vessels. The results? Surprising insights into irritation, skin types, and why one part of your neck always flares up.

Henson Shaving has partnered with MIMOSA Diagnostics to conduct groundbreaking research aiming to better understand the physiological effects of shaving on the skin. Learn more about our groundbreaking research.

The shaving industry has failed consumers by prioritizing profits over skin health, perpetuating a cycle of irritation and discomfort. Despite advancements in technology, razors have remained largely unchanged, with manufacturers focusing on trivial features rather than addressing the root causes of shaving-related issues.