Aftershave isn’t the staple it once was in men’s bathrooms and frankly, we blame Kevin McAllister. The famous face-grabbing scene from Home Alone gave Aftershave a bad rap, but where 8-year-old Macaulay Culkin went wrong was his application. When used correctly, aftershave is a great way to treat skin that has been cut during shaving, or anytime you want your face to smell good. And who doesn’t want that?
When it comes to aftershave, it’s all about the process. After shaving, splash cold water on your face to help close your pores. Lightly towel dry your face and add your daily moisturizer, which will not only hydrate your skin, but act as a primer for your aftershave, helping it stay on all day.
Once your face is ready, pour two to three small drops of aftershave into one hand and then rub both hands together. Give your hands a few seconds to “breathe,” which allows some of the alcohol in aftershave to evaporate, which will help avoid drying out your skin. Then massage your cheeks, chin and neck, evenly distributing the aftershave. No need to slap it on like you see in the movies. A couple light pats and massaging it in a circular motion will do the trick.
Now that you know how to apply aftershave, it’s time to pick out a scent and product that is right for you. Here’s what to get.
1. Pacific Shaving Company Caffeinated Aftershave
If you’re looking for an extra jolt to help kick start your day, try Pacific Shaving Company Caffeinated Aftershave. Organic ingredients like naturally-derived caffeine additives, aloe and spearmint essential oils leave skin looking and feeling smoother while also helping to decrease razor burn.
2. Era Organics Aftershave Serum
Not only does Era Organics Aftershave Serum for Razor Bumps And Ingrown Hairs make your skin smell great, it also helps treat razor burn, fight ingrown hairs, and act as a moisturizer for your face and neck. A do-it-all aftershave, organic ingredients like ginger, burdock root, black walnut and white oak bark extract help to fight blemishes while nourishing skin. A great product for men’s faces, many female customers use Era Organics Aftershave for bikini lines as well.
3. Chamuel Anti-Aging Daily Aftershave for Men
Using argan oil, shea butter and aloe, the Chamuel Anti Aging Daily Aftershave for Men is a multi-purpose cream that soothes razor-burned skin while also moisturizing and treating blemishes. With the added benefit of SPF 10 and an ingredient list that is free from preservatives, additives, and parabens, Chamuel will protect even with the most sensitive of manly faces.
4. Fine Snake Bite Men’s Aftershave
If you’re looking for a more traditional aftershave, try Fine Snake Bite Men’s Aftershave. Made for wet shavers, Fine uses menthol, alcohol and water for a finish that may give a bit of the traditional sting of aftershave (see: Snake Bite name). Customers love that Fine is a non-scented aftershave that gives their face a cooling tingle when applied.