" What Is Best Menthol A/S Balm "

rgarr · Post by **rgarr** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:24 pm

I'm looking for ' The Best ' or ' Most Powerful ' menthol A/S Balms only out there that can be purchased in the U.S. at stores or on line.

It needs to be light...not something that forms a sticky residue on your face after you put it on... when you squeeze it into your hand it should be light and of a thin consistency...not a thick glob that goes on thick where you feel you have a mask on your face and you should only need a small amount about the size of a dime.

Also, I want a lasting cooling and moisturizing effect versus a drying effect. The more cooling and lasting effect the better. The smell would be masculine along the lines of Musgo Real A/S Splash or Proraso A/S Splash.

I'm looking to add to my collection and I appreciate any and all your suggestions. I currently use the following:

Tryphon Mentolo A/S Balm-My favorite so far...very cooling...dries fast...absorbs well...but doesn't moisture as well as I'd like.

Proraso Crema Liquida Dopobarba-Good in all above respects but could be more cooling.

Nivea Energy After Shave Cooling Balm-Good but a little too thick
Nancy Boy Cooling A/s Gel-Too thick for my taste

Aqua Velva Ice Balm-Good thin cosistency but lacks cooling as the name implies.

These are the ones that I have been using and maybe I'm just too particular?

I really want them to be light and fast absorbing. So many Balms, as you all know are heavy and leave a sticky residue on your face and don't ever seem to absorb. Thanks in advance for your help and suggestions.

notthesharpest · Post by **notthesharpest** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:46 pm

For an obscure possibility, how about Alt-Innsbruck?

rgarr · Post by **rgarr** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:53 pm

notthesharpest wrote:For an obscure possibility, how about Alt-Innsbruck?

Hi notthesharpest,

I'll try some...thanks!

dada · Post by **dada** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 2:10 pm

I didn't know AI has a balm version

The strongest menthol kick I hear comes from Osage rub, but it's not a balm. The good news is that you can probably sample it at Sally BS

Cheers
Ivo

notthesharpest · Post by **notthesharpest** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 2:42 pm

No, Alt-Innsbruck is not a balm. Am I missing the point? Sorry.

billyboy · Post by **billyboy** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 4:55 pm

I love the Anthonly Logistics for Men Shave Balm - it's got a great great scent and is not at all greasy.
I love Mentolo too! Find it okay for moisturizing.
For the best results take a little bit of Osage Rub and mix it in your hand with an unscented balm that you like and you've got what you're looking for.

rgarr · Post by **rgarr** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 6:15 pm

billyboy wrote:I love the Anthonly Logistics for Men Shave Balm - it's got a great great scent and is not at all greasy.
I love Mentolo too! Find it okay for moisturizing.
For the best results take a little bit of Osage Rub and mix it in your hand with an unscented balm that you like and you've got what you're looking for.

Thanks Guys!

Bertie Wooster · Post by **Bertie Wooster** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 8:08 pm

Bath and Body Works carries the C.O. Bigelow line and they have one called Dr. Galen After-Shave Lotion that is very strong. Mostly just eucalyptus oil and grape seed extract. It's great to put on a hand towel and just breath in if you have a cold. It's like liquid Vicks Vaporub.

collinarose · Post by **collinarose** » Tue Jan 08, 2008 3:09 pm

Hydrolast Peppermint A/S Conditioner
www.enchanteonline.com

alabamalawyer · Post by **alabamalawyer** » Thu Jan 10, 2008 7:18 pm

Another option is Baxter of California's ASB. It has menthol -- not nearly as much as some of the alcohol based splashes but it gives a nice, cooling effect after the shave.

never2close · Post by **never2close** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 3:57 pm

Mama Bear's Lime Ice has it all. You can find it at: http://www.bear-haven.com/Aftershave.html

sebell · Post by **sebell** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 6:05 pm

You could always use Proraso Pre/Post cream. A
very small amount on a slightly damp face works
absolutely wonderfully.

- Scott

Esoteric83 · Post by **Esoteric83** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 7:00 pm

Baxter has a nice kick to it but the scent is more of a zest citrus nature. Still, a nice subtle cooling feeling. Just enough, but not overpowering. It's very refreshing in the summer months, but I find despite the light/fluid texture it leaves my skin shiny.

AlbertAnthrax · Post by **AlbertAnthrax** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 9:33 pm

The Body shop has a product "Razor Relief" I think... and it is very moisturizing with a menthol touch. I have been very happy with their nicely priced products