Sometimes after grooming or between shaving a man may like to smell like he has just shaved. Or maybe you don’t want to be too heavily encumbered by a strong smell. Can aftershave be used in place of a cologne, especially as a lighter fragrance? It is possible to use your scented aftershave as cologne,…
Using an aftershave once you have finished shaving is a great way to help calm and cool the skin. The cooling hydration of the aftershave and the ingredients within it also help to reduce irritation caused by shaving so there is less chance of skin reacting negatively afterward. Aftershave can help prevent both razor bumps…
Depending on how you learned to shave, you may or may not be accustomed to using an aftershave. Should you be using it? Aftershave is not a necessary part of your shave, but using a post-shave treatment such as a balm, moisturizer, or toner will provide specific skin benefits. A good aftershave will tighten skin,…
Aftershave is a common aspect of most shaving routines. However, many shavers worry that aftershave might dry out their skin. Will aftershave dry out or irritate your skin? Are there any that don’t? Alcohol-based aftershaves and may dry out your skin excessively. Its effects on your skin are dependant on your skin type and the…
The sting that comes with applying aftershave is a cliche at this point. We’ve all seen Home Alone and little Kevin McAllister’s shocked and pained face, but why does it hurt? Most traditional aftershave formulations contain alcohol as the main ingredient because it acts as an antibacterial treatment after your shave, protecting your skin from…
Many men have found a particular aftershave they like but do not shave every day, which brings up the question, can aftershave be used without actually shaving? It is possible to use aftershave whether or not you shave. Used in small amounts, aftershave can be dabbed on the face and beard for a pleasant scent…
Most shavers have a specific routine, including a favorite aftershave. Aftershave products are often part of the equation because they can soothe freshly shaved skin and provide a pleasant scent. Aftershave products are not required to list an expiration date on the label and technically do not expire but they can go bad. Ingredients inside…
Did you know that a North American shrub has been used for centuries to ease the burn of a rough shave or otherwise irritated skin? Witch hazel is ideal for razor burn especially for those sensitive to the alcoholic sting of most aftershaves. Witch hazel is a natural astringent and has also proven to reduce inflammation…
Witch hazel and aftershave are two common products applied after shaving. Is one of these products better than the other? Can you use both? After shaving, apply witch hazel or aftershave to prevent razor burn. Witch hazel works as an anti-inflammatory and the alcohol-free versions can help reduce swelling. Aftershave is an alcohol-based antiseptic…
Razor bumps are an annoying and painful side effect of shaving when there is too much friction between the blade and the skin, or hairs become ingrown. Several products on the market tout their benefits as relief for razor bumps, but what about witch hazel? Is witch hazel good for razor bumps? Witch hazel is…
