Out of curiousity, what would be considered some classic ethnic or classic African American aftershaves?
Classic African American/Ethnic Aftershaves?
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Hmmmm. Never thought of the question before you asked it.
I would answer it this way (I am not African American, BTW, full disclosure), but unlike foods, which have a distinct style among ethnic groups, I'm not sure after shaves do. There is only the country of origin of an after shave fragrance, which is commercial happenstance?
Anyway, men shave. Men use after shave. Marco is Italian, loves the Clubman which was originated in France, and is made in the U.S. He also likes Aqua Velva, very American. But as you can see in another thread here very similar to Floid Blue, very Italian.
I submit to you that your question really does not make much sense, although I stand to be corrected. I think scent preferences, by and large, transcend ethnic boundaries.
P.S. I am not trying to be dismissive here, just thinking out loud. There is a definite difference between Italian sausages and German sausages. But I don't think the same can be said for after shaves. But I'm curious to see what some African American members here have to say, that's for sure.
I would answer it this way (I am not African American, BTW, full disclosure), but unlike foods, which have a distinct style among ethnic groups, I'm not sure after shaves do. There is only the country of origin of an after shave fragrance, which is commercial happenstance?
Anyway, men shave. Men use after shave. Marco is Italian, loves the Clubman which was originated in France, and is made in the U.S. He also likes Aqua Velva, very American. But as you can see in another thread here very similar to Floid Blue, very Italian.
I submit to you that your question really does not make much sense, although I stand to be corrected. I think scent preferences, by and large, transcend ethnic boundaries.
P.S. I am not trying to be dismissive here, just thinking out loud. There is a definite difference between Italian sausages and German sausages. But I don't think the same can be said for after shaves. But I'm curious to see what some African American members here have to say, that's for sure.
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I visit barber supply shops that cater to "ethnic" needs. Granted I see hair and shave products aimed at African-Americans but no aftershaves.
I think you will find that all barber shops regardless of their clientele use the same products. Pinaud/Clubmam or Master when it comes to aftershaves. I've never found any aftershaves that are marketed or formulated to appeal to one specific group of men
The ticket is to find something that you enjoy. Personally I enjoy variety so I have a large selection from which to choose.
The ticket is to find something that you enjoy. Personally I enjoy variety so I have a large selection from which to choose.
Turtle, how do you like that bottle of Tres Flores in that photo? I tried it for the first time the other day and wasn't too impressed. I can't really decide what the scent is! It's not horrible, but....I dunno.
I am intrigued by this thread. I don't have anything to add but I am certainly interested. I wonder if any barbers can weigh in on and cultural favorites.
I don't know about classic African American aftershaves but there are definite fragrances that are associated with the Caribbean and Creole community. Some of those can be found here: http://www.shoeboxshaveshop.com/voodoofrags.html I had a cologne water once called "La Cross" that was a very African-like scent, and I believe it was also used in blessings and the like, similar to Florida Water.
You can also look at classic perfume oils..."Egyptian" style sandalwood perfume oil is sweet and powdery, and very much an African scent IMO.
You can also look at classic perfume oils..."Egyptian" style sandalwood perfume oil is sweet and powdery, and very much an African scent IMO.
I think you will find that all barber shops regardless of their clientele use the same products. Pinaud/Clubmam or Master when it comes to aftershaves. I've never found any aftershaves that are marketed or formulated to appeal to one specific group of men
The ticket is to find something that you enjoy. Personally I enjoy variety so I have a large selection from which to choose.
Wow! Nice arsenal! I have a long way to go to keep up with turtle. That is a very cool shelf. Where does that come from?
That is a really good question. I would think that maybe bay rums, Alcolado Glacial Gel would work.
I don't want to hijack this thread as it is an interesting question. I'll answer these two about my aftershaves but let's keep this topic to what the OP has asked about
Tres Flores is sweet flowers with the main fragrance lilac. It's not my favorite aftershave and I have to "want" to use it otherwise it does a lot of sitting on the shelf. It is not a bad scent. It is just very floral and sweet smelling. I have to be "in the mood" to reach for it.
The shelf is Gala Ivy pattern. Everything in the Shave den is that pattern (all of the towel bars, hooks, etc). I have two of the shelves but I am afraid to put the other one up as I know I will fill it up too
I can't remember where we got it as it was a discontinued pattern when we put the shave den addition together. I am sure everything came from a number of sources (where ever would could locate NOS in that pattern)
Tres Flores is sweet flowers with the main fragrance lilac. It's not my favorite aftershave and I have to "want" to use it otherwise it does a lot of sitting on the shelf. It is not a bad scent. It is just very floral and sweet smelling. I have to be "in the mood" to reach for it.
The shelf is Gala Ivy pattern. Everything in the Shave den is that pattern (all of the towel bars, hooks, etc). I have two of the shelves but I am afraid to put the other one up as I know I will fill it up too
I can't remember where we got it as it was a discontinued pattern when we put the shave den addition together. I am sure everything came from a number of sources (where ever would could locate NOS in that pattern)
Well, how about African? One of my closest buddies from my Navy days was a gentleman who was originally from Kenya who joined the Navy to take the quick path to citizenship. Being in the Navy and in the tight quarters of the ship you got to know the other guy's kits pretty well and Adin used Witch Hazel. As far as scents, I'm pretty sure he always wore Burberry.
I dated a black chick for awhile whos father used bayrum, she hated the scent for that reason. I never stopped using it even though she didn't like it. Maybe she had daddy issues? haha
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Wow....I appreciate all the responses. It was just a curiosity on my part. I tend to agree that it's likely more geographical than cultural, but since I've not traveled as much as I want to I wouldn't be privy to the geographical differences. Anyway, like the wise philosopher Eminem 
once said...."because we need a little controversy, cause it feels so empty without me.." LOL 
once said...."because we need a little controversy, cause it feels so empty without me.." LOL 
I've visited two barbers that catered to African-American clientele. They kept aftershave to use on their clients necks and heads after a close harcut. One used Osage Rub and the other used Barbasol Pacific Rush.
I've perused the ethnic sections of many store when looking for shaving supplies. Never noticed any A/S or other shaving supplies (other than the depilatories).
The only one's that I can think of are the aftershaves made in the Carribbean.Bay Rum,Lime ASL,Florida Water and Kananga Water.There must be a Africian made aftershave out there.
How about this?
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Not too sure on that Vez, LOL 
Targeted toward the "bro" culture?
I find Florida Water in the "ethnic" section at the grocery stores here. With the cocoa butter, and such...
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