I've tried many, and have the same problem. The skin food will go bad probably before I use the all, I have The Rose, Lime and Sandalwood. Sandalwood is the worst btw. There are some good ones by Neutrogena, and Nivea available at Wal Mart, Target, and some supermarkets. Target has their own brand (Every Man Jack) which isn't too bad...I think my favorite is TOBS Sandalwood Luxury Aftershave Gel, This stuff is awesome, Thick, soothing, and smells great, and it lasts a long time, better than most After Shaves. If you've irritated yourself shaving, This is the stuff to use...Other than that one, SPEICK, Great stuff, The balm is good, The Intensiv balm better, much thicker and soothing, also good for irritation. The Speick Lotion is basically witch hazel scented with Speick, so if you buy the lotion, don't be surprised when you get it, and it's a clear liquid...Good stuff, but glorified Witch Hazel....

Now, me, I normally use an Alum Block, rinse, then Witch Hazel...and then my choice of After Shave or maybe a Balm, depending on if I irritated my skin which is rare, but happens, I'll admit it....

If I had to pick just one After Shave Balm, Speick Balm...Smells great, works great...I like the smell so much, I bought the bath soap too....