Thread: Is post-shave cream/balm really necessary when you have an alum block?

Was just wondering if anyone who shaves and just uses an alum block feels after their shave. Strictly for post-shave treatment.

By the way has anyone ever heard of Real Shaving Company Post Shave Soothing Balm?

Link here: Real Shaving Company Post Shave Balm -BullGoose Shaving Supplies



Any recommendations for cheap post shave balms/creams/splashes are appreciated.

The best balm I've used (and I've tried damn near everything) is Em's balm. I suggest the unscented version.

Men's After Shave Soother Balm | Em's Place Shaving Products

I use alum, but I follow it with some type of aftershave splash or lotion.

Aside from water, regular witch hazel is the cheapest aftershave splash I can think of. It works well too. You can also add essential oils to it for fragrance.

The "Every Man Jack" line sold at Target has good & cheap aftershave lotion.

You need to spend some time reading the reviews throughout the "Preshave, Aftershave,,," section as there are so many choices that you cheat yourself by waiting for replies in one thread.

I went the cheap route for 2 years until OCDshaver sent me some top end products that he did not care for; fortunately for me , I liked them all. I'm still using them & ordered more. Many last quite a while & the expense is not as bad as I thought.

The goal here is to enjoy the journey as best as you can, without taking away (expense wise) from more important family expenditures.

On aftershave balm I generally use Nivea for sensitive skin or Gold Bond Ultimate for Diabetic Dry Skin Relief (& you don't have to be diabetic to use it - especially good in the winter when my skin dries out more than usual).

Speaking strictly for myself, alum makes my face feel nice and toned but it's far too drying to be used on its own.

Tons of cheap products out there to consider. One of the best inexpensive balms is Nivea, in my opinion at least.

Yes, Nivea is a great balm.

Personally, I rarely use an after shave balm. After using an alum block and a water rinse I splash on some after shave. The few times I have used an after shave balm it has been the Nivea with aloe variety.

If you are finding your face is too dry or you have some razor burn then a balm would help.

Bob

So based on the feedback I've been getting its more practical to use an Alum block for nicks and cuts. Thanks for the info guys! Going to my local target to buy some after shave lotion.

Originally Posted by Ryan82

Speaking strictly for myself, alum makes my face feel nice and toned but it's far too drying to be used on its own.

I have the same experience with alum. I generally let the alum sit for a minute or two then rinse it off and apply Burt's Bees Aftershave Lotion. It hydrates without being greasy and there isn't much fragrance so the scented shaving cream shines through.