Review: Blade Runner by Origins

Blade Runner Energizing Shave Cream by Origins for Men

They say:

Just when you thought shaving was a drag, it becomes something worth waking up to. Feel blades sail with no resistance as skin-conditioning kukui nut oil, smoothing soybean oil and other plant protectors run interference between skin and blade to give you a close, friction-free shave. But it's not just stubble that gets a lift from this lightweight cream. You'll wake up with a cooling, energising boost as pores inhale refreshing Coriander, Australian Eucalyptus, French Peppermint plus many other natural revivers.

Origins is a brand I've known for some while and I like their ethos (Powered by Nature. Proven by Science). I used to think that shaving cream was a bit of a snake oil product - the razor does most of the work and the cream or gel is just there for lubrication. I'm happy to admit I was wrong. The razor and cream/gel/product are more akin to a partnership, albeit with the razor as the senior of the two. A good shave is not about the few minutes actually 'razoring', it goes beyond that and into the rest of your day, which is where a good shaving product is key.

On the whole, Blade Runner is excellent whilst you are actually shaving (very smooth) but it can be a little thick (although a good shake under running water will keep your razor clear). The scent is nice and fresh - peppermint and eucalyptus are notable. The beauty of the Blade Runner though is the aftercare; it soothes and conditions and I noticed very little redness or itching.Whilst it can be a clogging on the razor, it is light on your skin and leaves no oiliness or greasiness behind.

At £14, it might seem a little steep but it lasts - a 150ml tube would last a daily shaver at least a month, a two day (or even less regular) shaver even longer. 

My rating: 7/10