Abstract: A shaving composition comprising at least about 10 wt % aloe vera product, a cosmetically acceptable film forming agent, a cosmetically acceptable lubricity agent, and a cosmetically acceptable preservative. The shaving composition of the invention may be in the form of either a liquid or a gel. The composition can be used without prior application of water to the area to be shaved and can be packaged in a variety of forms which make it especially suitable for travelers, campers, and the like.

Abstract: A compound cream or gel for application onto the skin of a person before the application of perfume or cologne that prolongs and enhances the fragrance of the perfume or cologne on the person. The cream consists of a large-chained, hydrocarbon in the lipid family in the amount of between approximately 5% and 10%, with the outer ingredients consisting of emulsifying wax in the amount of approximately 11% to make the cream thick, as well as appropriate emolients, preservatives and water solvent. In the preferred form, the hydrocarbon lipid is squalane or squalene.