Alum blocks

I have some questions about alum blocks. Right now I use Osma Block in the box http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NEHR28/?tag=thshde-20. After I use is it I dry the block on a towel and then store it in the box. Should I use a separate plastic container for the block? Should I leave it out to air dry?

 

I pretty much do what you do, I do have a plastic box that it came with, I use a towel to dry, put back in box.

 

I just keep one standing on the small side open. I don't use it everyday and I don't dry it. Seems fine. If it gets bumpy I rub it on my hands under running water.

 

This is what I do. A bit of residue builds up on the shelf underneath it, which is easily washed away.

 

If you look closely, you can see my alum block on the right front of the green bowl. I just set it in there and let it air dry.

 

I just leave it sideways in the plastic case it came in so it air dries. Always ready the next day.

 

I also use Osma, the best IMO

I use the same procedure, but I got a small plastic soap container. I don't think the cardboard is a problem, I just had a container laying around. Otherwise, I would probably would have used the box.

 

I just dry mine with a towel and let it air dry the rest of the way in its plastic container open with no problems

 

Razo rock make one that is like a shave stick, in a case. You just take off the top, apply and put the top back on. Perfect for storage and travel.

 

SAL makes a similar product, which costs less than the RazoRock.

 

I have a RazoRock Alum Block it's in it's own container I just let it air dry, then put the cap back on it.

 

I tried RR alum, but their active ingredient didn't agree with my face. Natural Potassium Alum works best for me. I believe RR has Ammonium Alum. I'm not saying is bad, but it was not nice to my face.

 

I leave mine in the open in a ceramic bowl. Quick pat dry and that's it.

Just keep it away from close contact with stainless steel and you should be okay.

 

What why?

 

i just dry it off with a towel and put it back in the case. this is all a matter of preference. everyone has a different shaving ritual

 

Something about the alum, water and air that make an acidic "fog" that can corrode steel over time.

I've read about it, but not looked it up any further, so I don't know if it's valid.

 

Sounds interesting. People should use that to break out of prison =P

 

I have an ancient chunk of alum that sits exposed on my plastic toothbrush/razor holder. No issues at all.

 

I put the slightly damp chunk of alum in a plastic soap container and store it under the sink between shaves. No problems at all.

 

I keep it in the plastic case it came in. I folded a paper towel on the bottom of the case to absorb any moisture.