Never an aftershave...is that weird?

[CANES]

Yup, I don't use them at all. I've tried alum off and on for years and it's only dried my skin out. Splashes usually burn and I then need to apply a balm after that.

The soaps and creams I tend to use on my face most often are pretty moisturizing. MWF, Kiss my Face Unscented SC, any olive oil based soap, etc. I feel like they do a good enough job without adding more stuff over it. I'm not exactly against fragrances but most of my favorite soaps are unscented or scented with a plain soapy type of scent.

On the occasional winter day I may rub on some Aveeno lotion or put some natural beard balm on but haven't used an AS splash in many years.

Anyone else in this same boat or am I the odd man out?

 

[ctr]

Former position required frequent visits to staff in clinical areas. Didn't wear any AS or cologne during that time.

 

[Quaznoid]

Yes, it is

 

[FarmerTan]

Yes, it is

Amen. Beat me to it my friend!

 

[StewB]

Whatever you apply after shaving would be aftershave, wouldn't it?

 

[Eric_75]

I couldn't live without my aftershaves. Even on non-shave days I use them.

Life without Bootlegger's Green Freeze would be....well, I just can't think about it. @OkieStubble

 

[CCS]

Alum is not considered an aftershave per se, rather a way to clean up and heal any microabrasions and rinsed off. Shaving also removes a bit of skin so using a product after your final rinse is wise. If you get a burn from an alcohol based aftershave, there's your proof of what I just said about skin removal. Some sort of restorative balm, unscented in your case and maybe with sunscreen, is a smart thing to use. But, as is a common phrase these days, you do you.

 

[santamariasteve]

Not using a commercial fragrant aftershave is a little unusual today, but certainly not unheard of.

It would not be so unusual say 150 years ago. At that time even a daily bath was unusual. Our culture is in a constant state of progression.

However back then they might have used a few drops of olive oil or cooking oil, but fragrance was less of a consideration, even with fewer baths.

The next time I chat with a 150-year-old guy, I will try to remember to ask him about all that.

 

[rudygu]

To each their own, but personally aftershaves are my favorite part of this entire hobby. I love all the classic drugstore brands, trying different artisans, mixing up Bootleggers Green Freeze and anything between. My face would feel weird all day if i skipped it, shave or not.

 

[mrlandpirate]

Never an aftershave​

 

[Phoenixkh]

I've never used an after shave in my life.. I don't see a need to start now. I do have a post shave routine... but it involves skin care. All the soaps I use are either light scented nor non-scented.

I do have a "signature" fragrance I use on occasion.

 

[RobD57]

I like my Proraso Green. Just a basic bacteria killing refreshing splash.
I don't like smelling like I'm off to the prom in the morning.

 

[Eric_75]

To each their own, but personally aftershaves are my favorite part of this entire hobby. I love all the classic drugstore brands, trying different artisans, mixing up Bootleggers Green Freeze and anything between. My face would feel weird all day if i skipped it, shave or not.

Right there with you, my friend.

 

[timetofly]

Witch hazel at the very least!
Shaving is abrasive to one's skin and needs some type of astringent.

Wouldn't call it weird, but would say that you probably belong in a 1% group.

 

[BigJ]

Whatever works for you is fine!

AS splash is just the way I always finish. When I had to deal with others in a ‘scent free’ environment I used Lucky Tiger which works great and has a scent that is gone before I leave the house.

 

[CANES]

Witch hazel at the very least!
Shaving is abrasive to one's skin and needs some type of astringent.

Wouldn't call it weird, but would say that you probably belong in a 1% group.

Yeah, I agree in a forum like this...but overall? I don't think so. Too many guys shaving with a disposable and foam before running out the door to work.

Thanks for the helpful replies. I do use sunscreen on the days at work where I have to be outside. I guess I don't consider that an aftershave- but I do put it on after shaving and before I leave the house. So, @CCS your post has officially made me a part of the aftershave crowd. Now I can reply "Sunscreen" every day on the Aftershave of the Day thread!

 

[timetofly]

Now I can reply "Sunscreen" every day on the Aftershave of the Day thread!

You could...but what brand?

 

[CANES]

You could...but what brand?

Oh yeah, didn't think about that...I can start collecting different ones. A new acquisition disorder!

 

[timetofly]

Oh yeah, didn't think about that...I can start collecting different ones. A new acquisition disorder!

That shouldn't be just a "laugh" reply. Need the bacon strips in there also!

 

[FarmerTan]

I think the "Can O' Spam" emoji is the best response possible.

Those that choose to be insulted by it just don't have a great sense of humor like myself!