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So I got some Thayers because I had heard so much good stuff about it and to day I had they question of if using both an alum block and Thayers (or whichever WH you may use) is redundant. I usually do a cool water rinse, alum block let it dry while I clean, cold water splash, Thayers, Scent on the Day.
So is the alum block and Thayers redundant?
Maybe, but if it feels nice, who cares? :)
I use my alum block after a warm rinse, clean up the brush and mug, then follow that with a cold rinse and apply witch hazel. While that is drying I clean up the razor and finish off with my balm then fragrance. I don't know if they do the same thing but I like using both and it doesn't hurt anything either.
I also use both , i think they go well together. I do like the cucumber Thayers very subtle.
I use both.
Every single day I do a cold water rinse, then Alum that is left to dry.
Another cold rinse followed by a healthy portion of Thayer's medicated super hazel.
Good stuff:)
You can add me to the both category...regardless of whether or not its redundant, I like it :)
They are both astringents, but hey! If you like it go for both, it isn't going to hurt anything.
Will N.
Gentlemen,
Somehow I cannot envision a lovely wet shave without alum and witch hazel. It just doesn't feel natural to me. So this is my routine: tepid water rinse, alum, cold water rinse, Thayer's Super Medicated Witch Hazel with Aloe vera, and aftershave balm. The final splash of Spanish Leather aftershave paints an infectious smile on life.
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Originally Posted by BenjamanBarker
I use both every time. Put the alum on a little heavy, allow to dry 7 -8 minutes, then "pat" the face with a cold wet towel, leaving most of the alum still there, then Thayers, dry for five minutes , then aftershave.
I'm in the "both" camp too, and like you I wondered if it was redundant and then decided it didn't really matter. It makes me happy, my face feels good and I see no ill effects.
It may be considered a routine, but for me it goes: warm water rinse, alum, clean scuttle and brush, stop on canvas, put away razor, cold water, CVS Witch Hazel, smile, face the world. Repeat as often as possible.
Marcos
Just bought a bottle of Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel at GNC and was very happy that I found it. Living in Puerto Rico can make it very difficult to find things that I would take for granted in the USA. The cucumber scent is pretty subdued and smells nice. Today I splashed it on after a warm rinse, applying styptic and patting dry. I splashed on plenty to my just-shaved face and neck and had enough left over to wipe across the rest of my face, which I did. No stinging anywhere. I'm new to straight shaving and seem to have less irritation after this shave after applying the witch hazel.
I don't have an alum block yet to compare.
Look here for a good alum block...RazoRock Alum in CaseQuote:
Originally Posted by qwkdtsn
It does a fantastic job of stopping any weepers and settling down any razor burn.
My usual post shave: Cold rinse/Alum/Cold rinse/Witch Hazel/ASB/AS of the day.
Like most of these guys said, if it works for you, it works. I certainly see no harm in using both. I tried not using both and didn't see much difference, so I cut the alum block out just to save time. But if you like it, go with it.
I have sensitive skin, and when i only used the WH i didnt seem to get as much relief from the occasional redness, as when i use both, plus it feels nice to use both.
Thayer's has some Aloe in it and Witch Hazel has other properties beside the astringent. I use both, the aluminum before cold water, the Thayer's after.
They both feel great, and alum lasts a lifetime. Also works great as a deodorant. But I wouldn't use the same block on your armpits and face!
That is exactly my routine! Works like a charm leaving my face reinvigorated.