Do you use aftershave and astringent?
I'm new to straightrazor shaving and was curious if there is actually a need to use aftershave?
I currently finish my shaves with a splash of Sea Breeze Sensitve Skin Astringent. I do not get any irritation.
It contains alcohol, camphor and glycerin which seem to be the main things in most aftershaves.
So, I was wondering if there is a point (other than nice smell) to use a seperate aftershave?
(Prior to wetshaving I used neither but would just wipe my face with a stridex pad, which I still do, because I have oily skin.)
FWIW:
I remember my father always splashed on witch hazel then some cold water and never used a second aftershave.
My grandpa always used Old Spice aftershave and no other astringent
Thanks in advance for the feedback.
Do you use aftershave and astringent?
Its all personal choice mine really changes depending on mood and season. Though for the most part if I use an as I won't use an astringent. But have followed that with ASB or lotion or talc. So just really depends on what you like and what works for you
Do you use aftershave and astringent?
Oddly, I do what your father and grandfather did. I use witch hazel and let it dry. I follow up with Old Spice AS. I don't know if this allows any real change to occur, but I love the way my skin feels afterwards.