Skincare was once a taboo word for men because men always wanted to look rough and tough. As the days passed, skincare became inevitable for men as well, due to today’s climate, pollution, and changing style. A few years back, there were no skincare products available for men. Many of them relied on the women skincare products. But nowadays there are many skin care product available in the market for men. Aftershave cream is one of the most widely used skin care product by men.
Shaving involves the process of removal of hair from the face or any part of the body using razors or other bladed instruments. As a bladed instrument is involved, there is a risk of being cut by the blades and which may cause infection due to germs. So, after shave cream is used to protect the skin from germ infection. It is applied to the face after the shaving has been done. It is a product used only by men. Most of the aftershave cream consists of antiseptic or mild alcohols which kills the germs before entering the skin. Others close the pores of the skin thus stopping further infection of germs.
Some of the brands contain different kinds of oil which moisturize the skin and makes them soft. Most of them give the skin relief from the burning sensation caused due to shaving. Brands having Menthol in their aftershave cream are very widely used across the globe especially in the tropical countries due to the hot and humid climate prevailing there.
Looking good and handsome is very vital in today’s world, but one must know what to use and how to use to get the perfect results. Some of the brands of aftershave cream use mild but denatured alcohol as an antiseptic, but it may cause skin irritation or razor burn. They can cause burning sensation in the skin lasting up to 2-3 hours. Some of the brands also contain radioactive elements in their product for keeping the skin cooler for the longest time, but this may be harmful to the skin.
Aftershave cream was one of the first launched, skin care product for men. Until date, a wide variety of these creams are used all over the world. It not only keeps the skin cool but also keeps it smooth and protects against germs. But one must keep in mind the skin type and requirement before selecting a certain cream.
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