You’ve had your morning shave, you’re feeling super pumped and ready for the day ahead. But there’s one thing missing, you don’t know how to finish your routine, what’s the next step? Do you hydrate your skin, use a post-shave balm, moisturise, add an essential oil? So many options to pick from but in this article, we’re here to help you with a simple routine so that you leave your skin silky smooth and ready for any elements the day throws at you.
Daily Moisturiser
It may sound pretty standard, however, moisturiser is generally superior to a post-shave balm when it comes to moisturising your skin. This is because moisturising is the main purpose of the product and other purposes are secondary, a post-shave balm is the other way round. If you shave and have dry skin issues, we would recommend using a moisturiser as part of your aftershave routine, this is because the ingredients in a moisturiser are designed to hydrate and last longer on your skin throughout the day, whereas a post-shave balm generally dries up quicker.
Our very own Cornerstone Daily Moisturiser is blended with mint and aloe vera to refresh and hydrate your skin leaving it ready for any weather condition. It’s a lightweight and non-greasy daily moisturiser that is a perfect final step to your morning shaving routine.
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Post-Shave Balm
It’s funny to put these products up against each other as they’re both designed for different purposes, however, it’s worth knowing exactly what they do so that you don’t find yourself confused just after rinsing your face in the morning. The job of a post-shave balm is to cool, refresh and hydrate, reducing the irritation caused by a super-close shave. Cornerstone’s Post-Shave Balm helps to restore your skin’s natural moisture balance and reducing irritation. It’s blended with mint and honey extracts to soothe and condition the skin leaving it perfect and raring to go for your day ahead.
So, which is better?
There is a common misconception when it comes to moisturiser and post-shave balm products, and it’s that many men believe they combat the same issue, when in reality, they couldn’t be more different. A moisturiser helps with dry skin whereas a post-shave balm soothes irritation after your shave. Following your shave with a post-shave balm will help combat razor bumps, and leave your skin cool and refreshed, then adding a dab of moisture over your skin will leave you prepped and ready for your day ahead!