Is aftershave worth it?
Is aftershave worth it?
It’s been a few years since I last shaved my beard. If I don’t get irritated skin after shaving should I still use an aftershave? If so, what do you recommend?
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Personally I don't recommend after shave even if you get razer burn. I use shave balm, which helps heal the skin and protect against ingrown hairs after shaving, and rehydrates it. Nivea makes a good one
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Something like this?
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Looks a bit different on my side of the pond but I believe that's the same thing, yes
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I use a Nivea version of this. I've been very happy. Really you just want an antiseptic and lotion.
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That’s actually the one I use as well!
So I’m not some expert but I would say it’s essential and I’ve been using that very one since I started shaving 20 years ago. I like to keep clean shaven so I shave every/every other day and I apply that after every shave.
It’s a good one because it’s relatively cheap and it contains no alcohol. Truly helps with irritation and any cuts or burns.
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Can confirm. Been using them for a few years and I have no complaints, only praise for it. I've specifically used the Nivea ones.
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Nope, go for a decent moisturizing lotion designed for facial use.
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And one with salicylic acid will help with ingrowns
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I just use witch hazel
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He's a witch! Burn him!
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I just use a good quality moisturiser, but I do get a little irritation.
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I use an alum block after I shave. That’s it.
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As someone who shaves regularly, my skin finally cleared when I began using alcohol and fragrance free aftershave lotion.
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Not really, but sort of? So it is wise to use a mild antiseptic after you shave, even if you don't get irritated skin. Realistically if you're wallet isn't packed it can be one of the first things to go, easy.
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Really depends on your skin.
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Eh biggest thing is the scent, which can be replaced by cologne/EDT, and the antiseptic properties, sterilizing any cuts or gashes. Even for the antiseptic stuff, alum should be enough.
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If I don’t get irritated skin after shaving should I still use an aftershave?
I would say it’s vital especially for anyone who shaves regularly. But using aftershave with alcohol is almost worse than not using anything
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