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Why would anyone want to know what aftershave is when we all know it is what a man splashes onto his face after shaving. However this question is asked regularly so let us answer in detail. Aftershave is a manly product. In addition to smelling good, aftershave helps keep the skin smooth and in good condition
Aftershave has many purposes, it acts as an astringent. Simply explained means it raises the pH of the face after the use of alkaline soaps used by men when they shave. Healthy skin is naturally somewhat acidic: astringents and toners are used by both sexes to keep their skin smooth leaving a clear complexion. Not many men are aware at the time of splashing aftershave on, is that it closes facial pores which have opened by the warm water used while shaving; Aftershave cleanses the surface of the skin, it helps prevent potential infection setting into minor nicks and cuts caused by the razor. Aftershave is a cosmetic product for men and the plus side to using aftershave is that it actually acts as a moisturizer. Males that suffer from really very dry skin should implement a session of moistening the skin with moisturiser after applying aftershave; Just because you use moisturiser does not make you any less macho or less of man because you treat your skin in this manner, as a matter of fact it is a sensible thing to do, skin is skin at the end of the day regardless of it being on man or woman so it needs protecting.
Most aftershaves contain alcohol, which is a natural astringent and disinfectant. Alcohol free products are available, and usually contain astringents like witch hazel mixed with soothing plant ingredients such as aloe and seaweed extracts These may all sound familiar ingredients and that is, because they are, they are created in not only men’s but women’s cosmetics too. Never use any unfamiliar products on the face for fear of an allergy reaction. Alcohol free aftershaves are more likely to come in gel form and creams, although they are produced in a liquid form as well. What ever suits your needs the best will decipher which product you are going to be more comfortable with using
Just like women many men suffer too from different skin types and conditions i.e. Oily greasy or dry skin so therefore the need for men to treat problem areas with specially created products which serves the purpose of keeping the skin healthy |
