Shaving cream is meant to moisturize, protect and support your skin as you remove excess hair.

And those alternatives are common household items.

As such, naturaloptions like coconut oiltop the list.

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Simply slather it on your skin and shave!

A soothing substance many swear by, aloe vera gel can make a great shaving cream.

Grab a bottle from the health foods store and see for yourself.

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you’re free to use body oil for a similar effect as well.

While your second option for shaving may be soap, it can leave your skin feeling and looking parched.

Opt for more moisturizing options you likely have in your home already!