You’ve prepped your face, and your shave has left your face feeling smooth and refreshed. You’re now ready to take on the day, right? Not quite. A post-shave balm is the crucial last step in your shaving routine and will give you that barber shop finish feeling, and here’s why it’s so important.
We’re passionate about getting the best shave into the hands of our customers and, and that means carrying out the three step routine: prep, shave and post-shave. But why even bother with a post-shave balm? Here’s why.
First things first, don’t get post-shave balm confused with aftershave of the perfume kind. That sort of after-shave is alcohol-based and scented, whereas balms are more akin to a moisturiser. The difference is that they are specifically formulated for skin which has had to deal with a super sharp razor so the moisturising qualities target specific post-shave concerns. The number one reason why you should be using a post-shave balm every time you shave is to restore your skin’s natural moisture balance. Without a good quality post-shave balm you’re further drying out your skin which will only lead to skin irritation and if you suffer from problematic acne-prone skin you could risk the chance of aggravating this further. The dryer your skin, the more sebum it will think it needs to produce to keep it moisturised- risking a very oily and shiny face! Our top tip would be to look for a balm that doesn’t include alcohol as ironically this will irritate and dry out your skin further.
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The other reason you should be using a post-shave balm is that it helps to soothe , refresh and repair irritated skin so you’re not left with dreaded razor burn. Our balm is specifically formulated for sensitive skin with natural ingredients such as mint and honey in order to cool and condition your skin after shaving.
So remember, if you’re after a smooth, comfortable and want to get your day off to a good start, make sure you use a good quality post-shave balm.