men's after shave

Aftershave is primarily invented so that you do not get inflammations caused by little nicks and cuts while shaving, but aftershave is more than that. It usually has a pleasant scent and that adds to your appearance.

Many men wear aftershave because their wife or partner prefer this and they buy aftershave specifically with this in mind. It is a form of communication to your partner showing that you put in effort because you appreciate them and when to smell nice for them. A small personal touch and especially when you buy the aftershave with the scent your partner likes.[1].

But an aftershave does more than just pleasing your partner. After showering and shaving, you can apply an aftershave for a refreshing and invigorating feeling to face the day. It is also a way to communicate your identity and showing you are part of a certain sub-culture.

How does aftershave work for men?

The name aftershave says it all. It is a product you apply after you shaved yourself. When you are done shaving, you first should splash some cold water in your face. This makes sure that the pores close and cause less irritation. After that you pat dry your face with a clean towel.

Then you are ready to apply some aftershave in your hands and apply it on the area you shaved. You can lightly massage the aftershave on your face. Make sure you use enough aftershave to liberally cover the area. After that you should wait a little bit and give your skin some time to absorb the aftershave.

If desired, this is the moment you can continue with your skincare routine.

Aftershave balm, when do you use it?

There are multiple reasons why you might want to use an aftershave balm instead of a classic aftershave. For example:

  • When you have dry skin.
  • When you have sensitive skin.
  • When you live in a cold country.
  • When you live in a dry country[2]

That is why in Europe it is recommended to use an aftershave balm in the winter but a regular aftershave in the summer. Especially when temperatures are below zero Celsius for a while, a aftershave balm provides more hydration and protection.

Different kinds of aftershave

Not every skin is the same and that is why there are many different aftershaves. Also, not every razor is the same. Some men use a classic razor, a safety razor, and others use those cheap plastic super market quality razors and some use electric razors. A safety razor is definitely the way to go usually. Depending on the razor you use and the skin you have, you either need a regular aftershave, an aftershave balm or aftershave gel.

Aftershave contains alcohol usually. This is meant as an antiseptic, but it can dry your skin as well. When you already have a dry or sensitive skin, it could be smart to check your aftershave and see if there is alcohol in there, and if that is the case, you can look for ingredients that counter the negative effects of alcohol. An ingredient that also actually hydrates your skin.

Aftershave for normal skin

When you start shaving with a safety razor, it could be a good idea to start using the Muhle After Shave Lotion Sandalwood to nourish your face. The formula soothes skin irritation and has anti-inflammatory properties to hydrate your skin. This product protects against sunlight and it supports the natural healing process of the skin, for example after little cuts.

Muhle Aftershave Lotion Sandalwood contains many natural ingredients and extracts to nourish and hydrate your skin. This product helps to calm and nourish your skin. The formula does not contain any parabens or sulfates and the scent has notes of coriander, anise and balsa wood.

It works best for the normal to oily skin.

Click here for more info about the Muhle Aftershave.

Aftershave for dry skin.

Do you have dry skin? Then Muhle also has an aftershave balm with the same scent. The formula soothes and cools to calm down irritated skin.

Important ingredients:

  • Soy bean oil: contains healthy fatty acids to nourish your skin.
  • Aloe vera: cools and hydrates your skin.
  • Panthenol: calms and nourishes your skin.

Click here for more info about this aftershave balm.

Aftershave for sensitive skin

A dry skin is not the same as sensitive skin. Do you have sensitive skin? Then you should have a look at this aftershave gel, the Jack Black Post Shave Cooling Gel. This is a nourishing, alcohol-free aftershave that prevents skin irritation and redness. The natural ingredients will soften your skin and diminish inflammations. It calms your skin and soothes razor burn.

Jack Black Post Shave Cooling Gel fights bacteria and helps your skin to recover after shaving. This product basically works as a light moisturizer to prevent white flakes and dry skin. It even helps to apply it when you experienced a sunburn. The formula does not contain any parabens or sulfates.

Click here for more info about the Jack Black Post Shave Cooling Gel.

The Brickell Men's Instant Relief Aftershave is also very popular under men with sensitive skin. It is a natural, alcohol-free aftershave lotion for men that soothes your skin after shaving. It reduces redness and skin irritation. This light and natural formula is quickly absorbed by your skin and suitable for all skin-types and especially sensitive skin.

John said this about this product:

"After shaving I always have (had ;-) ) problems with an irritated skin. Especially at my neck. A day full of pain and ugly looking skin. But... this product changed that drastically. After shaving it right away cools the skin and that prevents redness and irritation. A bonus is that it also smells great. I can recommend it!"

Click here for more info about the Brickell Men’s Instant Relief Aftershave.

What do you have to look for when buying aftershave?

An aftershave nourishes your skin and is usually has a particular scent. So, make sure it fits your skin type (or the skin type of the person you are buying it for) and that you like the scent.

When your first aftershave is not a hit, do not right away abandon the search, but try a different one with another scent. The scent is very important and adds to the shaving experience.

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[1] https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/EJM-04-2017-0291/full/html

[2] https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Aftershave