Thread: Really Basic Question

I would say that it depends on what kind of AS and what effect you are looking for. I use balms for the most part. If I am in a hurry and I want my face to soak it in quickly, then I will leave some water on my face to thin it out a little bit. I usually use oil free balms, so they mix well with water.

For a regular shave, though, I will pat dry and then apply some witch hazel. When that's done air drying, I will slather on a coat of balm or moisturizer.

I don't use aftershave, unless you count witch hazel as aftershave.

Here is how I do it:

Splash with cold water
Pat dry
AS Lotion/Skin Food/that kind of thing
Drink coffee get dressed while that dries
Splash with pinaud/booster/etc before walking out the door for a scent.

warm water to get the soap off
pat dry
marvel at my stunning looks in the mirror
apply AS
wink at myself

Pat dry, Witch Hazel, then aftershave works for me.

lightly dry then apply clubman like it was coming out of a fire hose