Ogallala Bay Rum Special Reserve Double Strength Cologne -- PAIN!

[beardybrewer]

I picked up a bottle of this at great expense from a UK barber. While I like the scent I was really surprised at the sting (more a prolonged burn). I've always used a splash and like a good sting but this was crazy. Maybe I need to wait 30 minutes post-shave before I apply this, as it is cologne not AS. I saw that it had witch hazel in it but really can't believe it should be this painful. The first time I was staring at myself in the mirror for over a minute as the burn intensified trying to decide if I should panic and wash it off. After 2-3 minutes it subsided and unfortunately so does the scent before too long. Doesn't seem worth it.

What's up with the burn? Is it the witch hazel? Wait X minutes post shave before applying? Or an allergic reaction or something?

 

[cryhavoc]

Did you shake it up really well? If not it burns like hell as you found out.

 

[brucea]

As you said it is the cologne not the A.S..I wouldn't worry. The aftershave feels really nice on the face. As a matter of fact I have found nothing else that compares to the way my face feels after I use their aftershave. But I find even the double strength does not last as last as long as I would like a scent to last.

 

[Dave in the basement]

No idea what it is, but that stuff even burns me on the days I don't shave. My skin clearly disagrees with one of the components.

 

[brucea]

I get the initial burn but then I am fine.

 

[Klopstick]

Yep. It's well known for the burn. I think it's the cloves that do it. Powerful stuff. I love the burn and the smell both. But yes, do be sure to shake well unless you want too much of a good thing!

 

[beardybrewer]

Hey guys, I have been shaking it. Does anyone who has the cologne care to comment on how long they wait post-shave to apply it?

 

[Gam]

I give my face and head a shot of Witch Hazel wait a few minutes then what ever splash I'm using.Personally I love the burn the Special Reserve Bay Rum produces,shame the scent is fleeting.I've also used it as a cologne and still get a slight burn even hours after I've shaved.

 

[christhach]

Newkie - I tried that once..using the double strength cologne as an aftershave...I think it did wonders for my complexion!

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[Sully2]

I picked up a bottle of this at great expense from a UK barber. While I like the scent I was really surprised at the sting (more a prolonged burn). I've always used a splash and like a good sting but this was crazy. Maybe I need to wait 30 minutes post-shave before I apply this, as it is cologne not AS. I saw that it had witch hazel in it but really can't believe it should be this painful. The first time I was staring at myself in the mirror for over a minute as the burn intensified trying to decide if I should panic and wash it off. After 2-3 minutes it subsided and unfortunately so does the scent before too long. Doesn't seem worth it.

What's up with the burn? Is it the witch hazel? Wait X minutes post shave before applying? Or an allergic reaction or something?

Ive NEVER had a COLOGNE that DIDNT sting me like all H*** if I applied it Immediately after a shave. Thats what AFTER SHAVE is for. As far as the scent wearing off..??...that double strength stuff stays on me for days if I dont shower the very next morning...??

As far as Im concerned it does exactly what its suppose to do and Im glad of it

 

[beardybrewer]

Thanks for the further insights. After spending £22 I don't want to dump it on BST just yet. I'll try leaving more time between shave and application.. or actually give it a go Saturday as that's my shave day off.

As for it lasting, maybe I'm being too conservative and will try to really splash on a load and see if it lasts longer.