Which aftershaves do you recommend that contain menthol? High quality ones that also contain essential oils, witch hazel, etc. Thanks.
Menthol Aftershaves?
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Proraso Green works for me.
Mennen Skin Bracer and Fine American Blend
+1 on the American Blend. You won't regret it if you try it
If you REALLY like menthol, try Cryogen or Snakebite.
Aqua Velva, Skin Bracer, Speick and I think all the Fine products have menthol.
There is a pretty big difference between Speick and fine accoutrements in terms of menthol level. I can barely detect the menthol in Speick, but it is extremely healing. Fine has a much higher alcohol & menthol content which I love, but lacks the skin conditioning ingredients that help after a rough shave.
I personally think you should have a bottle of each, as they are great in different ways.
I personally think you should have a bottle of each, as they are great in different ways.
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i don't know about essential oils and witch hazel but, if you want menthol, Osage Rub won't let you down... guaranteed
You can mix it with Skin Bracer though, for a milder bite..
You can mix it with Skin Bracer though, for a milder bite..
You can always add menthol concentrate to an aftershave that you already like.
When I shave, I usually add 10 very small drops to a shotglass and then add some Witch Hazel, mix and apply to my face.
When I shave, I usually add 10 very small drops to a shotglass and then add some Witch Hazel, mix and apply to my face.
Barbasol, either Brisk or Pacific Rush, both have menthol for cheap, available at Dollar General or online.
DRH Arlington splash: though its menthol won't freeze you, it will let you know it's there. This AS also contains emollients and antiseptics.
Everyone has mentioned great aftershaves. I haven't tried Osage rub, but I've heard great things about it. Kramperts frostbite is good. I love that stuff. It'll freeze your face and when it dies down, feels amazing and moisturizing. I love all of Stirling soap companies aftershaves I've tried so far and you can add menthol to any of them you want. You could buy a menthol aftershave from them, then add more menthol if you wanted. Or like someone also stated, just buy menthol crystals and turn your already favorite aftershaves into a freezing experience.
I normally don't pitch D R Harris due to the slightly higher price, but they are excellent. I have Arlington & Windsor - both fantastic!
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Thanks.
I love Menthol AF I own alot and even make my own. but i bought one at wallmart last month that surprised me at the coldness level it was Aqua velva SPORT its blue and cost $4, a very pleasant surprise.
(1) Fine Snake Bite is a good intense 'freeze' and has a clean ingredients list
(2) Osage Rub is cheap and gets the job done. The scent is a bit 'ordinary' though
(3) Reef Point do a really nice AS with a good menthol 'kick'
(4) Alt Innsbruck is incredible. A really nice menthol that gradually comes in and hangs around a while. It smells totally classy with it's tobacco flower scent (totally different to, say, green tobacco leave). downside might be cost though. It's not cheap. I use this as a treat. It leaves the skin feeling quite tones as well.
(2) Osage Rub is cheap and gets the job done. The scent is a bit 'ordinary' though
(3) Reef Point do a really nice AS with a good menthol 'kick'
(4) Alt Innsbruck is incredible. A really nice menthol that gradually comes in and hangs around a while. It smells totally classy with it's tobacco flower scent (totally different to, say, green tobacco leave). downside might be cost though. It's not cheap. I use this as a treat. It leaves the skin feeling quite tones as well.
I'd also mention Wm Neumann Absolute Zero and PAA Al Fin, which is modeled after Alt Innsbruck (also a fine choice).
+1 WM. Neumann & Co. Absolute Zero. Barrister & Mann's Arctique will be available June/July. Menthol content is extremely high.
