ABV in aftershave

[thirdguess]

What is the average ABV for higher end after shaves? Stuff like paa, declaration, noble otter, etc.

I have messed around with making my own aftershave in the past, but I tend to do higher proof stuff because I like the burn. Now I'm thinking I could calm it down a bit for the sake of my face, as my wife doesn't want me to end up looking like a Shar-Pei in 10 years

I've tried googling this like crazy, but apparently I'm not mastering the right words. Any ideas folks?

 

[emwolf]

subscribing because I want to know too

 

[OkieStubble]

Most aftershave splashes should be about 66% water and at least 15-20% alcohol by weight. However, most drugstore splashes are approximately 40% ABV.

Many artisan aftershaves have even higher AVB amounts of 60-85% because they are using essential oils.

 

[thirdguess]

Most aftershave splashes should be about 66% water and at least 15-20% alcohol by weight. However, most drugstore splashes are approximately 40% ABV.

Many artisan aftershaves have even higher AVB amounts of 60-85% because they are using essential oils.

Awesome! Thanks for the great answer!

 

[hoseunyan]

Among the aftershave splashes in my collection where the ABV is stated on the bottle, it typically ranges between 50% and 80%. The highest I have seen is 87% (Marbert Man Classic). If the ABV is lower than 50%, the aftershave feels a bit too watery in my opinion - but of course that’s a matter of personal preference.