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It’s been a few years since I last shaved my beard. If I don’t get irritated skin after shaving should I still use an aftershave? If so, what do you recommend?

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[-] scrubbles@poptalk.scrubbles.tech 32 points 1 week ago

Personally I don't recommend after shave even if you get razer burn. I use shave balm, which helps heal the skin and protect against ingrown hairs after shaving, and rehydrates it. Nivea makes a good one

[-] governorkeagan@lemdro.id 5 points 1 week ago

Looks a bit different on my side of the pond but I believe that's the same thing, yes

[-] LowtierComputer@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

I use a Nivea version of this. I've been very happy. Really you just want an antiseptic and lotion.

[-] theshatterstone54@feddit.uk 5 points 1 week ago

Can confirm. Been using them for a few years and I have no complaints, only praise for it. I've specifically used the Nivea ones.

[-] southsamurai@sh.itjust.works 16 points 1 week ago

Nope, go for a decent moisturizing lotion designed for facial use.

[-] 200ok@lemmy.world 5 points 1 week ago

And one with salicylic acid will help with ingrowns

[-] tilefan@lemm.ee 10 points 1 week ago
[-] tetris11@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 week ago

He's a witch! Burn him!

[-] DScratch@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 week ago

I just use a good quality moisturiser, but I do get a little irritation.

[-] minibyte@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 week ago

I use an alum block after I shave. That’s it.

[-] PresidentCamacho@lemm.ee 5 points 1 week ago

As someone who shaves regularly, my skin finally cleared when I began using alcohol and fragrance free aftershave lotion.

[-] InputZero@lemmy.ml 4 points 1 week ago

Not really, but sort of? So it is wise to use a mild antiseptic after you shave, even if you don't get irritated skin. Realistically if you're wallet isn't packed it can be one of the first things to go, easy.

[-] geneva_convenience@lemmy.ml 4 points 1 week ago

Really depends on your skin.

[-] cfi@lemmy.world 3 points 1 week ago

Eh biggest thing is the scent, which can be replaced by cologne/EDT, and the antiseptic properties, sterilizing any cuts or gashes. Even for the antiseptic stuff, alum should be enough.

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