Alum after every shave.
+1, feels refreshing too!
Alum after every shave.
Cold water splash. Alum. Let dry. Cold water splash. ASB.
Cold water splash. Alum. Let dry. Cold water splash. ASB.
I use it after every shave. Kind of tightens everything back up. Then rinse and apply witch hazel and aftershave
I use a styptic pencil only as needed.
+1, can usually find them at Wallyworld and Bed Bath and Beyond for under a buck.
To Alum or not to Alum?
That is the question.
I used alum for years but then stopped when I ran out/moved/lost it/whatever. Only after beginning with the DE did I try it again. I realize I actually kind of missed it.
I don't NEED it every shave, and occasionally I don't use it. But I use it on most shaves and occasionally I am reminded why I have it. I can feel it help heal my face after a particularly aggressive shave.
Other than the very minimal cost, I can't really think of a downside.
only con I can think of. or if you had a rough shave with some irritation it will burn. burns like an AS would, nothing greater, and eases up just as fast.
it will teach you how to develop a technique that leaves less irritation.