Hi Joel, I'm glad you liked the Exfoliating Pads. And thanks for trying out the system.
Acetylsalicylic Acid (as noted) is aspirin. While it is a derivative of Salicylic Acid, it is not Salicylic Acid, nor does it act like Salicylic Acid. For folks that are using Salicylic Acid in an acne topical treatment, this is important: if they use Smart Shave, they are not "doubling up" on their application of Salicylic Acid. Also, sensitive skin types often can't handle even low concentrations of Salicylic Acid, especially every day, but Acetylsalicylic Acid rarely causes problems. (The gentle peeling effect is also in part due to the Lactic Acid, a naturally derived hydroxy acid).
For everyone, bear in mind that Smart Shave Shaving Cream won't compare to the fragranced creams that folks (especially on this site
) might be accustomed to. We know that. Our Shaving Cream is fragrance-free.
Smart Shave was developed and tested by a dermatologist with a specific focus on the ingredients and how the three steps work together. Our main goal is to have a therapeutic benefit for people who suffer from ingrowns, razor burn, etc.
People who experience irritation (razor bumps, ingrowns) from shaving have pretty uniformly said that using the Smart Shave System (all three steps) has improved their skin condition. We are extremely pleased with our customers' feedback and reorder rate.
Please direct any questions to info[at]smartshave[dot]com for a speedy response.
Happy summer to all,
Smart Shave
www.smartshave.com
P.S. drmoss, my mother's home remedy for a sore throat is crushed aspirin and salt mixed with hot water. gargle for several minutes. it's thoroughly disgusting, but it works.