Using beard oil to soften and moisturize your beard is a great way to keep it looking clean and healthy. Knowing that some types of oils can make your acne worse and more difficult to deal with, is it okay to use beard oil if your skin is acne-prone? If you are someone with acne,…
The big day is coming and you are finally committing to adding a little self-expression to your skin. Do you know how to prepare? Should you shave the area before visiting the tattoo parlor? When getting a tattoo, it is necessary to correctly prepare the skin in order to prevent infection, avoid potential complications, and…
Got pimples? Can aftershave help treat acne, or should you avoid it at all costs? Aftershave products often include ingredients that can help treat or get rid of acne. Ingredients like alcohol and witch hazel are known for their anti-bacterial, astringent, and anti-inflammatory properties, which can improve acne. If you are interested in finding out…
Aftershave can be a soothing finale to your shaving routine, but can it cause acne to flare? While some aftershave ingredients can cause or worsen acne, not all bumps that occur post-shave are related to acne. There is a distinct difference between acne and razor bumps. Skin type, method of shaving, and choice of aftershave…
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…
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…
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…
