Need advice on Aftershave

[dlbarr]

I am brand new to straight razor shaving as I just started growing a goatee a few weeks back. Noticing that it is impossible to get close enough to the edges with my gillette fusion, it occurred to me that the old-fashioned way may help me remedy that. It did (after a bit of practice) and I decided to go all the way and use the straight razor only.

I enjoy this type of shaving but, when I use my old favs - Old Spice, Mennen Skin Bracer etc - it lights my face on fire. So I need some suggestions on appropriate aftershaves for use following a str raz shave. Thanks in advance for any input.

 

[YoungerThanMyRazor]

Are you interested in Balms? Splashes like Old Spice and Skin Bracer but with less burn? Aftershaves with Menthol?

 

[smalltank]

Alcohol seems like a no no for you..DR Harris Pink has no scent and no alcohol

 

[dlbarr]

"Are you interested in Balms? Splashes like Old Spice and Skin Bracer but with less burn? Aftershaves with Menthol?"

I am interested in what works - I have no idea what to use besides what I've been using for years. Apparently, as Smalltank says, I need something other than what has alcohol in it. I am open to any suggestions - thought maybe someone here had a similar experience and could tell me what they used. Thanks.

 

[ZackP]

Just curious, are you getting serious irritation? I just wonder if maybe you're experiencing a bad burn because of improper technique or something.

 

[YoungerThanMyRazor]

I would recommend Thayer's Witch Hazel or RazoRock La Famiglia Aftershave Balm

 

[dlbarr]

It is possible that my technique is improper as I'm still somewhat new at this. I don't have an ongoing irritation, just an extremely bad burn upon application of aftershave. After that, its gone. But the burn is WAYYYY worse than anything I've ever experienced with a modern cartridge razor.

 

[ZackP]

I'm still a beginner and sometimes when I shave too close that burn kills! But usually it only lasts a few seconds or so. Have you tried AquaVelva? I find that Skin Bracer during a bad shave burns then dries my skin in a way that you can not understand!

 

[dlbarr]

I'll try AV. Haven't noticed skin drying w/SB just the brutal burn.

 

[SuperChris]

Every Man Jack post shave lotion may work for you, its good stuff and only cost about $5

 

[ZackP]

It has glycerin which helps big time, plus it is SUPER cheap. If that doesn't work, a Nivea balm might work for you. I use their sensitive skin aftershave balm and it is really nice.

 

[ZackP]

Also, try diluting with water. Keep your face and hands wet a little with cold water (or if you want, warm) and then splash some on. That definitely helps.

 

[Kooze]

Speick aftershave lotion (splash) is excellent

Review starts at post 247

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/67307-Previous-Aftershaves-of-the-Week/page7

 

[deafficianado]

I like Avon Suade and Wild Country. I try to avoid alcohol in AS. It's like pouring alcohol into a cut.

 

[Littlemax]

I would recommend St. Charles Shave products. 2 of their splashes I like are Dagger and the Lime. Their Sandalwood Balm is great on a close shave, and you can't beat the scent and price.