| abstract |
This application relates to components and methods for recovery of damaged skin and improving skin moisturisation. Presented is a shaving composition, particularly an emulsion, which comprises preferably a volatile hydrocarbon propellant. A volatile nitrogen base is incorporated in the shaving composition to bring the pH of the shaven skin to a desired value of from 4 to 5 directly after application to boost the skin repair properties. Preferably the shaving composition is soap-free, yet in the alkaline pH range so as to have the shaving advantages of soap and the skin care advantages of the pH control system. Advantagely, the shaving composition according to the invention can be used as a two-in-one products, such as in the two-in-one products shave&aftershave, deodorant &shave and shower&shave. |