D. R. Harris Arlington Shaving Cream Tube, 75g

A mate heard I really liked the Arlington soap, so flicked me the rest of his tube. This is pretty much the same stuff in a cream.

Smells and performs as well as the soap, and I do love the smell. It is a soft rather than sharp citrus. Reminds me of Lemon Thyme, as it was a mossy edge to it. I'm keen on trying the cologne, as I think this would be a great summer fragrance.

When I reviewed the soap, I found it needed a week or so to get going, and take on a bit of moisture, that helps load the brush better. If soaps aren't your thing or too much fuss, then the cream is just as good, and quicker.

I've taken off a star for price, like the other premium brands this is pricey for a cream, and despite that Harris skimp by putting a cheap sticker on generic tubes . A petty quibble perhaps, but you shouldn't see corners cut on premium stuff.

Despite that, I'd recommend Harris. I've tried a lot of creams and soaps, and while this performs no better (or worse) than the stuff I really like, it works very well. If you like the scent, as I do, then you just buy less stuff to be able to have this.