chime in with your favorite aftershave
Well as expected, a wide range of taste. Which is good because I was planning on purchasing at least 3. So to go along with my witch hazel, I'll go with Harris pink. I love Taylor's cream and soap, so I think it would only be fair to give their a/s a try. As for the third, haven't decided yet. Maybe skin food. Thank you all once again for your input.
Make.
Make.
The difference between genius and stupidity is that
genius has it's limits. ---Albert Einstein
genius has it's limits. ---Albert Einstein
I can't recommend the Harris Pink highly enough. It's simply superb. And, I've like the Taylor's colognes/aftershaves I've tried, as well.
For the third, I'll put in a recommendation for Caswell-Massey's No. 6. It's relatively inexpensive, works well, and has very pleasant fragrance with some citrus. It's great for summer wear, in my opinion.
For the third, I'll put in a recommendation for Caswell-Massey's No. 6. It's relatively inexpensive, works well, and has very pleasant fragrance with some citrus. It's great for summer wear, in my opinion.
--Bob--
No aftershave for me, since I don't like the drying effect of alcohol. I apply Nivea Sensitive Balm. This is followed by rosehip seed oil as prescribed by The Fisher King of SMF lore.
Rosehip is great stuff, moisturizing without being oily at all.
Regards,
Rosehip is great stuff, moisturizing without being oily at all.
Regards,
Chuck
“Hundido en horizontes
soy polvareda que al viento va.
Zamba, ya no me dejes,
yo sin tu canto no vivo más…….”
“Hundido en horizontes
soy polvareda que al viento va.
Zamba, ya no me dejes,
yo sin tu canto no vivo más…….”
I use one of the Thayer's Witch Hazel astringents (Original, Peach, or Lemon), mixed with a tiny bit of lather and massaged into the skin. This works as well as a balm for me.
The Thayer's astringents have 10% alcohol, but no noticeable alcohol effect. With aloe vera in the formula, they aren't drying, either.
I don't use typical aftershave products because of my sensitivity to perfumery.
- Murray
The Thayer's astringents have 10% alcohol, but no noticeable alcohol effect. With aloe vera in the formula, they aren't drying, either.
I don't use typical aftershave products because of my sensitivity to perfumery.
- Murray
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Ron
Without testing, knowing WHAT exactly is causing a reaction is voodoo science. But I can almost promise whatever caused you discomfort before will cause it again.
A classic case in point is ALOE VERA. Do a websearch and pages proclaim it as miracle and organic cure for everything. Now do a websearch for Aloe Vera AS allergic causative agent. The literature is almost nil, but for a few anecdotal instances. But the truth is it can cause severe reaction in some people. The 'organic industry' has as much economic stake in it as a major pharamaceutical company pushing a ill tested drug that proves dangerous.
Until you know for sure, I would tell Burt's Bees to buzz off!
Without testing, knowing WHAT exactly is causing a reaction is voodoo science. But I can almost promise whatever caused you discomfort before will cause it again.
A classic case in point is ALOE VERA. Do a websearch and pages proclaim it as miracle and organic cure for everything. Now do a websearch for Aloe Vera AS allergic causative agent. The literature is almost nil, but for a few anecdotal instances. But the truth is it can cause severe reaction in some people. The 'organic industry' has as much economic stake in it as a major pharamaceutical company pushing a ill tested drug that proves dangerous.
Until you know for sure, I would tell Burt's Bees to buzz off!
With aftershaves, I'm particular and don't use them every day. My current preferences are:
1. Trumper's Limes for summer/warmer weather.
2. D.R. Harris Arlington for cooler weather.
3. Lucky Tiger aftershave for any time (no alcohol).
4. Kiehl's Blue Astringent for very hot weather.
One's I don't use often (but still appreciate in their own way):
1. Aqua Velva Blue Ice (scent is too strong).
2. D.R. Harris Arlington Milk (scent is too strong and lingers).
For a while, Crabtree & Evelyn made a natural aftershave balm that was actually very nice - no sticky/tacky residue or feeling of something on the skin with a very mild scent.
1. Trumper's Limes for summer/warmer weather.
2. D.R. Harris Arlington for cooler weather.
3. Lucky Tiger aftershave for any time (no alcohol).
4. Kiehl's Blue Astringent for very hot weather.
One's I don't use often (but still appreciate in their own way):
1. Aqua Velva Blue Ice (scent is too strong).
2. D.R. Harris Arlington Milk (scent is too strong and lingers).
For a while, Crabtree & Evelyn made a natural aftershave balm that was actually very nice - no sticky/tacky residue or feeling of something on the skin with a very mild scent.
Brent
Tondeo ergo sum.
Tondeo ergo sum.
For the money it is Aqua Velva Classic Ice Blue. Daily of late. I have some Nivea that is liqud like the AV but can't find it now. It is really woncerful stuff!
But I do want to get something in the limes, one that I could use a lot and not get tired of quickly. Maybe TOBS No. 74?
But I do want to get something in the limes, one that I could use a lot and not get tired of quickly. Maybe TOBS No. 74?
Roger
I've been a wet shaver for 56 years!
I've been a wet shaver for 56 years!
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Thanks for reminding me about the aloe, KAV. And to Brent and others who've posted about Lucky Tiger products, which I'm now interested in trying.KAV wrote:Ron
Without testing, knowing WHAT exactly is causing a reaction is voodoo science. But I can almost promise whatever caused you discomfort before will cause it again.
A classic case in point is ALOE VERA. Do a websearch and pages proclaim it as miracle and organic cure for everything. Now do a websearch for Aloe Vera AS allergic causative agent. The literature is almost nil, but for a few anecdotal instances. But the truth is it can cause severe reaction in some people. The 'organic industry' has as much economic stake in it as a major pharamaceutical company pushing a ill tested drug that proves dangerous.
Until you know for sure, I would tell Burt's Bees to buzz off!
Ron
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I'm going to promote ALT INNSBRUK a second time. People in public will have some awareness of the classics ie Bay Rum. I was out early today; a job interview and on to the recycling center for gas, milk and catfood money.
So I'm lugging beer bottles from the car trunk and the attendant, Tony from Tuscany stops me, peers at my tie and says ' Fialle silk!' that's a nice tie. Lady behind me is sniffing my midden to I.D. my aftershave until I identified it.
I'm in the store line and this jaw dropping blonde walks over with her husband and announces ' Liebshin, that is Alt Innsbruk!' And I gave them Phil's website.
I walked in for the third positive reaction. After Piewacket dragged his catfood from the sack he jumped into my arms. Now, Pie will turn his back like a dishonouring Klingon with some of my scents. But he gave me a kiss and licked my cheek before starting to Purr in contentment!
Alt Innsbruk- it's great smelling and unique!
So I'm lugging beer bottles from the car trunk and the attendant, Tony from Tuscany stops me, peers at my tie and says ' Fialle silk!' that's a nice tie. Lady behind me is sniffing my midden to I.D. my aftershave until I identified it.
I'm in the store line and this jaw dropping blonde walks over with her husband and announces ' Liebshin, that is Alt Innsbruk!' And I gave them Phil's website.
I walked in for the third positive reaction. After Piewacket dragged his catfood from the sack he jumped into my arms. Now, Pie will turn his back like a dishonouring Klingon with some of my scents. But he gave me a kiss and licked my cheek before starting to Purr in contentment!
Alt Innsbruk- it's great smelling and unique!
Nothing short of Poetry in Motion KAV!!!KAV wrote:I'm going to promote ALT INNSBRUK a second time. People in public will have some awareness of the classics ie Bay Rum. I was out early today; a job interview and on to the recycling center for gas, milk and catfood money.
So I'm lugging beer bottles from the car trunk and the attendant, Tony from Tuscany stops me, peers at my tie and says ' Fialle silk!' that's a nice tie. Lady behind me is sniffing my midden to I.D. my aftershave until I identified it.
I'm in the store line and this jaw dropping blonde walks over with her husband and announces ' Liebshin, that is Alt Innsbruk!' And I gave them Phil's website.
I walked in for the third positive reaction. After Piewacket dragged his catfood from the sack he jumped into my arms. Now, Pie will turn his back like a dishonouring Klingon with some of my scents. But he gave me a kiss and licked my cheek before starting to Purr in contentment!
Alt Innsbruk- it's great smelling and unique!
We could all dream of such a morning. I wish you the best of luck with the interview result.
NB I have just ordered a bottle of Alt Insbruk and wonder if it will deviate me from my standard Bay Rum fix???
Jason
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There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know. - Truman
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Not at all. I have; Alt Innsbruk- Ogallala bay rum- Woods of Windsor and Geurlain Imperiale in my cabinet. Oh yes, I am going to save so much money and my face dumping disposables.
No, what happens is like Star Wars. You close your eyes like Yoda and one bottle will start to shake and fly into your hand. And it will be JUST RIGHT for that paricular day.
No, what happens is like Star Wars. You close your eyes like Yoda and one bottle will start to shake and fly into your hand. And it will be JUST RIGHT for that paricular day.
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