How to use Aqua Velva splash?

[crackerman]

This is a really stupid question to be asking it seems but how do you use the aqua velva bottle that you buy in the local target etc. Once the blue liquid is in my hand I rub it on my palms and then pat it on my skin, but when I try to pour a little in my hand it seems like plenty just runs down the side of the bottle and runs into the sink.

What am I lamely doing wrong?

 

[Marco]

The hole on the top of the bottle is too big for an aftershave splash and I somehow partially close it with the palm of my hand when putting the bottle upside-down. Not a big issue, it's a fantastic product.

 

[John Von Wuggz]

Marco +1. He always finds a simple way of giving a much better answer than I do. Take his advice. It will turn out better than following mine.

 

[Larry C in Texas]

This may not work for everyone, but I decant all my AS into cobalt blue glass spray bottles. That way, I can spray on the juice and then rub it in with my palms. I have them labeled and they all look like little blue soldiers lined up on my counter.

 

[rushchairman]

i always find a little blue on the counter and/or sink. as long as most of it ends up on my face, i'm pleased.

 

[BubblesTGB]

I usually find some blue in the sink, too. I figure it helps to clean the drain

 

[Col Wilburforce Buckshot]

I decant all my *** into glass bottles too. I have a small collection of glass AS bottles from a bygone era now housing contemporary ***. In the case of AV I use an old AV bottle.

 

[Sir Lurkalot]

You could hold your thumb over it. That will control that beast! Nice assortment Col.

 

[mikelz777]

I cup my hand and make a small pool in the palm and then quickly slap it on and rub it around on my face. It almost doesn't seem like a true Aqua Velva experience unless you have a little running down your elbow. I usually have to wipe the bottle a bit too before re-shelving it. I tried the neat and tidy, no-spill approach but it took longer and in my opinion, made for lesser sensation and experience.

 

[indy0423]

The Aqua Velva mess is part of the experience. Suck it up!

 

[BubblesTGB]

I decant all my *** into glass bottles too. I have a small collection of glass AS bottles from a bygone era now housing contemporary ***. In the case of AV I use an old AV bottle.

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A very nice collection, sir! Where do you find the vintage bottles? I have tried etsy and ebay and have not had a lot of luck.

 

[cryhavoc]

The Aqua Velva mess is part of the experience. Suck it up!

So true

 

[noahpictures]

I partially block the opening of the bottle and use two small amounts separately when using aftershave splashes.

 

[Niles]

I put my middle finger over the opening and turn the bottle upside down. Spillage is minimal.

 

[Wingnut]

Guys, guys! The only correct answer to "How to use Aqua Velva splash?" is...



















LIBERALLY!

 

[Topgumby]

And now, my shave is done
And so I face that Aqua Velva
My friend, the bottle's clear
And so I pull it from the shelv-a
And with a hole too big
It will decant just like a bidet
I pour, half down the sink,
Is this the right way?

Regrets, I've had a few
There was that Veg, so well intended
And on, my aftershaves I will admit, I've overspended
I bought, each one I saw, enough to last, 'till well past doomsday
But how, to splash it on, is this the right way?

There was a time, when I was new
I didn't know just what to do
A guy named Phil, said when in doubt
Up-end the bottle and pour it out
Chuck Bronson knows, twirl off you clothes
To spill is OK

 

[Viseguy]

Whoever designed the current-production AV bottles should be shot. It's impossible to pour it out without dripping it down the sides. Every time I pick up one of those bottles there's a blue (or, in the case of Musk, gold) ring under it. Really a pain.

Still, you gotta love the stuff.

 

[BubblesTGB]

I don't know if this is new or old or your own creation. I'm a newbie and have not seen it before. But all I can say is WOW!! That is just awesome!

And now, my shave is done
And so I face that Aqua Velva
My friend, the bottle's clear
And so I pull it from the shelv-a
And with a hole too big
It will decant just like a bidet
I pour, half down the sink,
Is this the right way?

Regrets, I've had a few
There was that Veg, so well intended
And on, my aftershaves I will admit, I've overspended
I bought, each one I saw, enough to last, 'till well past doomsday
But how, to splash it on, is this the right way?

There was a time, when I was new
I didn't know just what to do
A guy named Phil, said when in doubt
Up-end the bottle and pour it out
Chuck Bronson knows, twirl off you clothes
To spill is OK

 

[Sir Lurkalot]

Would the squirting plug from an Osage Rub bottle fit in the AV bottle?

 

[Topgumby]

I don't know if this is new or old or your own creation...

I just put down what the voices in my head tell me to. If I plagiarized someone, it's probably me, 'cause I'm pretty sure that's not my first shaving related "My Way" but I forget 'em after a few days.

BTW, I think they call it an aftershave splash because you splash it on. Finger over hole for flow control, tilt bottle to decant generous amount to the palm of off hand, put down bottle, bring hands together and distribute liquid with a brisk rub, splash on face and enjoy. Any extra patting of cheeks is gilding the lilly, but it's your Ice Blue and your face so take as long as you want.

Oh, and for those newer members not getting my obscure references, Phil is mod Luvmysuper, passionate advocate of liberal Veg splashing and the Chuck Bronson clothes twirling has to be seen to be believed. You think you over apply? You and I are just over application pikers compared to Mr. Deathwish....