SMF

Alum is used in alot of developing countries (both for shaving, and as a deodorant) and was traditional in barbering. It's cheap, for one thing. It also does stop bleeding and does draw moisture of the skin- good for razor burn. Alcohol does much the same thing but also tends to be very painful on ...

How transient is the smell?

bernards66 wrote:Chris, Yes, that's it.....'laundry soap'......THE classic for threatening to wash kid's mouths out with. Anything else was a second rate substitute.
Regards,
Gordon

It was supposed to be the best stuff for Poison Ivy or Poison Oak also. I had to take it to Boy Scout camp.

Sounds like the "wining jug" from Steinbeck.

About a week ago, I bought a mirror at Bed Bath and Beyond. It mounts to the wall with an articulating arm, bringing the mirror eye level and as close as I need. It also has a magnifying side. Great purchase, I no longer have to lean into the sink to shave.