I started straight shaving in Oct. 2010. I purchased an alum block as part of my start up kit. I use it from time to time if I get a few knicks. Otherwise I tend not to use it. As a matter of fact I used it tonight; I got two knicks. What I'd like to know is should I wash it off with cold water after treating my face with it or just leave it on and then apply a balm before my face dries thoroughly; which is what I did tonight?
_Larry