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Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

For Men and Women Hypo-allergenic Especially formulated for men and women. Perfect for all skin types. Enriched with aloe vera, vitamin E, and jojoba, this highly concentrated, soap-free formula delivers a smooth and soothing shave with lasting comfort. This hydro-active cream provides ideal protection against drying and chaffing, while maximizing absorption of water, to lift and soften unwanted hair for effortless razor glide, thus reducing the risk of nicks, cuts and irritation.

Average Customer Rating: 4.385 out of 5 4.4 out of 5
22 of 26 (85%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Nice Shave gel, July 5, 2009
By 48fan from Boise, ID
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"The only thing I wish this had was a little lather. But love how soft it make my legs."

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: 61-180 days
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Review 2 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
January 4, 2009
By bikerdance
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"nice smell, works well. My husband and I both like it."

Age: 45-54
Gender: Female
Duration of use: 61-180 days
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Review 3 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Husband loves this, but I don't, December 5, 2008
By BlueBear from Austin, TX
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Effectiveness: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"My husband uses this and loves it. Says it makes for a much smoother face shave than any other cream or gel he has used. For my legs, I find it a bit too think. It clogs up the razor too quickly and dulls it faster. Also, it is clear, so as you're shaving, you can't tell which areas you've already gone over. I think the mango vanilla smell is better than the coconut lime smell, but he likes the coconut lime best. I gave it a 4 star rating, since my husband thinks it's so good."

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 4 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
No Scrapes or Nicks!, November 15, 2008
By jlow
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Effectiveness: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"This product makes it just about impossible to cut yourself even if you in a rush. The only thing you have to be careful about is not using too much product and making sure you get the gel out of the razor. It seems to clog the razor pretty easily but if you just splash it pretty hard in water or hold it to the running water for a while it will clean out. Lastly you can't quite tell where you shaved because the gel is pretty clear so sometimes i miss spots. Very smooth afterwards! Would purchase again! Wonderful scent also like the vanilla mango!"

Age: 18-24
Gender: Female
Duration of use: 30-60 days
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Review 5 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
November 1, 2008
By jns1997 from Washington
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"My husband has used this product for over a year and loves it. It is natural and a very reasonable price for the quantity you get."

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 6 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Smells Great, October 27, 2008
By snowangel
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Effectiveness: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"Not as protective as I'd hoped, but it smells wonderful, and is free of harmful ingredients."

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 7 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
close shave but it clogs the razor, September 2, 2008
By swansong
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Effectiveness: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Satisfaction: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5

"I agree that this does give a really close shave, IF you use a brand new razor. It's really thick and sticky, and it clogs up my razors after one use. I've tried using less of the produce and also wiping off the razor after every few swipes, but it still gets all gunked up. I prefer the kiss my face moisture shave."

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Review 8 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
love it!, August 22, 2008
By scamper from oklahoma
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"this cream shave is super smoothing and makes shaving easy and painless. ive recommended it to several friends!"

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: 30-60 days
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Review 9 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Best shave EVER, August 19, 2008
By hollandstulips from Atlanta, GA
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I ordered this just out of curiousity, and I'll never go back to regular shaving cream. I've never had such a close shave AND such smooth, moisturized legs after a shave. I even raved to my husband and he tried it on his face and said the same thing! It doesn't foam like shaving cream, but once that expectation is dealt with, I think you'll LOVE it!!!"

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: 61-180 days
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Review 10 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
The worst scent ever!, July 29, 2008
By Aija from Los Angeles, CA
Value: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Quality: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Effectiveness: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Satisfaction: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"I bought this product based on other reviews. I love coconut and lime/citrus scents but this product honestly smelled like a vomit and the texture even made it worse - too thick, bumpy looking. However, I do like other Alba products a lot."

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: 30-60 days
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Review 11 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
LOVE it!, July 14, 2008
By Jubilee41
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Say goodbye to razor burn! This stuff smells so good, too!"

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Review 12 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
great shaving cream for sensitive skin, June 3, 2008
By Chanbot from Sausalito, CA
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"I bought this product after reading the other reviews here.

I have had extremely sensitive, itchy legs for the last couple of years. My skin would get easily irritated with pressure, or long contact with rubber on my socks, and even sweat. I get especially itchy when the shaved hair is "growing". I used to use epilators and tweezers but they gave me lots of ingrown hair, and I felt that the pores on my legs started to look darker after a duration of hair removal so I went back to shaving. But the itchiness worsened, and I went through common shaving creams, to Aveeno, and even the Aveeno shaving cream, alongside changing blades every 5 days and shaving daily, started to lose it's calming effect on me.

I have been trying this product for the last 3 weeks or so, and I feel that so far, my legs are less irritated. They feel very moisturized after the shower/shaving. I like the scent okay... but I smelled this one and the Mango one at a health food store before ordering it online, and feel that they both are almost too sweet smelling. I would have preferred a little more citrusy, fresh scent for the "coconut lime"."


Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: 30-60 days
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 13 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
May 4, 2008
By KAL82
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Effectiveness: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Satisfaction: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5

"Scent is ok...you have to get used to the lack of lather this product produces"

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Review 14 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
December 14, 2007
By jenC
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Works very well. Lasts much longer than regular cans of shaving creams or gels. Smells great. You will not find it at a better price!"

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 15 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Say good by to razor rash!, December 4, 2007
By Thinker from Utah
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Great for shaving."

Age: 45-54
Gender: Male
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 16 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
November 8, 2007
By OatmealBliss
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Effectiveness: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Satisfaction: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5

"I really liked the smell of this product.

But the consistency was not good. It was very gooey, almost like the consistency of the frosting you put on sugar cookies (made from powdered sugar and milk). Sorry- that's the best analogy I can come up with!"


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Review 17 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Best Shaving Cream I've Used, November 6, 2007
By Turboshopper from Northern California
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"It's thick, but not too thick. A lot of the other brands of shaving cream I've tried are too watery. This brand lasts a long time, soothes the skin and smells great."

Age: 18-24
Gender: Female
Referral source: Self-referred
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 18 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
wonderful product, August 31, 2007
By monksmom

"This is without a doubt the best shave cream I have ever used. I had to buy my husband his own tube so he would leave mine alone.
It works well, giving a very close shave, with no iritation.
Highly recommend it!"


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Review 19 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Love it, love it, love it, April 28, 2007
By macapple
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I started using this product 2 years ago and love how it makes my legs smooth. My husband borrowed it when he ran out of regular shaving cream and has been hooked ever since. As the label says only a small amount is needed-you don't need to "see" the product on your skin."

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Review 20 for Alba Botanica Shave Moisturizing Cream Coconut Lime -- 8 fl oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Alba Shaving Cream, March 25, 2007
By DannyB
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I was cleaning out an apartment owned by an estate for which I am the executor and I ran into this cream. I hadn't been able to find it when it ran out but I really like it. No nicks, nice smell, moisturized nicely so I'm glad to have found it on your site"

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