I like products that pair well together and believe that a pre-shave product makes a big difference in the overall shave. Having already purchased the TOBS Luxury Sandalwood Shave Stick for travel, I then purchased the TOBS Sandalwood Shave Cream and wanted a compatible pre-shave product to go with both. Up to this point, I had used pre-shave creams but not an oil. The TOBS Sandalwood Pre-Shave Oil was a logical, yet untried choice. The price definitely caught my attention but if used sparingly, it might be worth it. I found the 5-star reviews to be informative and encouraging and they turned out to be accurate, too!
Before I use any pre-shave, I always wash my face and beard aggressively with a washcloth to prepare my beard and start with a "clean slate." This allows the pre-shave product to properly do its work. Applied with just a fingerTIP and massaged in, I found this oil to be thick out of the bottle, yet very slick and it paired perfectly with the shave cream as I had hoped. A small amount goes a long way and the bottle should last a long time. The post-shave feel was great, too.
The TOBS Sandalwood Pre-Shave Oil is fragrant and luxurious. It definitely took my shave to the next level -- BBS, satisfying and with added protection! I'll be using it along with the rest of my TOBS Sandalwood "family" of Shave Products (all are excellent) every time and from now on.