Winter weather and desert climate also dry out the skin. Alcohol is an astringent that tightens the skin. You could use ASB or if using a splash, count to 5 and let most of the alcohol evaporate before applying.
I see you're not new to shaving, unless you have a 45 year old beard What have you been using post shave?
I like to use aftershave everyday, even if I don't shave. I use it for scent more than anything, but it does feel nice on the skin. Balms are even more moisturizing IMO.
I used alcohol based aftershave for 40 years until I recently read about it drying the oils from the skin. I've switched to aftershave balm now, with aftershave behind the ears or on the back of the neck if I feel I want scent. I might try to find non-alcohol based AS in future. Mind you, I think 60 years of British weather have also taken their toll! That and being "too manly to moisturize". Regards, Chris
I have used all kinds of 'Shaving Lotion & Colognes' for, maybe...uhmmm..., 56/57 years; and (although I don't think I'm handsome) I've never suffered from a 'Dry-Facial-Skin-Condition.' Is that called "Derma-Dried-Face;" or something like that? I used to get what we called "Dried-Pipes" after I drank too much in my "Navy Day's," though? But; I've never drank the "Shaving-Lotion," either! (Does Cognac count?)
Thats the only way I shave, too! No Problems! Maybe you might prefer a "Sensitive Skin" After Shave Gel, product; & even a "Sensitive Skin" Shaving Cream/Gel? Best of wishes, though!
With oily skin in a humid climate I don't have much problem with my skin drying out, but if I take a trip in the winter to a cold, dry climate I take aftershave balm.
It depends on your skin type, and the type of aftershave used. Some aftershaves are nothing but water, alcohol and fragrance (Trumper aftershave splashes, for example). I find those types to be pretty drying, and can't use them; other people tolerate them pretty well. Other alcohol-based splashes contain moisturizing ingredients like glycerin or hydrogenated castor oil (or some other combination). Those ingredients help offset the drying effects of the alcohol. There are so many different types of aftershaves, to say nothing of the variations in the men who use them, that it's hard to apply a blanket rule. Your best bet is to try some out and see how they work for you. Or, just go with a balm that works well for you, and don't worry about it.
I was using TOBS Jermyn ST aftershave, but now I switched to Proraso Blue which has Vitamin E and Aloe, much better.
I use aftershave "after" all my "shaves". I wouldn't use the same one all year though-humidity and dryness asks for different types.
I am fortunate that alcohol based after shaves have no negative impact on my skin. I love them so. Experiment or use a balm. Good Luck!
You can try adding a few drops of glycerin to aftershaves that do not have any other moisturizing ingredients. This has worked well for me.
