What is aftershave?
For a fair chunk of men out there, applying aftershave is an essential part of their morning routine, and one which may even help provide the confidence to face up to the challenges of the day ahead.
For countless others, however, a very simple question looms large: just what is aftershave? What does it do?
Let’s start with the first of those questions, what is aftershave? The term ‘aftershave’ covers a wide range of products that are applied to the skin, as one might expect, after shaving. These products come in either the traditional, alcohol-based liquid form, often referred to as a ‘splash’, or in the form of lotions and balms.
Aftershaves are distinct from cologne. Whilst aftershaves are designed primarily to disinfect freshly-shaved skin and contain a low dosage, typically 1-3%, of essential oils, Eau de Cologne, on the other hand, is designed with the sole aim of making you smell nice; it also contains a higher concentration - sometimes as much as 7% - of aromatic compounds, which is why colognes have a stronger scent than your standard aftershave.
Share
Further information about social media buttons can be found in our Privacy Policy.