Thread: Use of alum block

I use my alum block for weepers and cuts, right after I am finished shaving, and rub my fingers on it to help in getting a better grip when stretching skin. I always dry it off when I am finished. My block has lasted over 2 years. So far, so good.

I have recently made a change to my post shave that has given me great results. Right after my last stroke with the razor, I set it down and splash on a generous amount of Thayers without having rinsed my face. Then, while that is still wet on my face, I run the alumn block over it. While that sits, I rinse my brush and shake it out. After that, a cold water rinse. Apply aftershave and or balm as you normally do. There is something about that sequence that has agreed with me.

That is exactly the way I do it too! I know the alum block us kinda redundant, but using the wet face from the witch hazel has provided a nice feeling after the shave, Tc