Sandalwood Aftershave Balm

I decided to upgrade my morning routine and give myself something to look forward to when I'm feeling lazy and thinking about sleeping in. I also felt like it was time to stop using an electric razor since it was leaving me with a very amateur-looking shave (lots of stray hairs that I couldn't get no matter how much I tried). I wanted to get the most out of the safety razor experience, so I did a lot of research into which products are needed and how to use them. I made all of the purchases together on Amazon and tried them out as a set. After using an electric for the past 10 years, I was pretty worried that I would get some serious razor burn, but to my surprise I had none whatsoever! I was pretty careful to not get too aggressive with the shaving, so I went WITH the grain and only made one or two passes on each area. The result was a shave that was 100X closer than an electric with no discomfort, nicks, cuts, or razor burn! Here's what I bought and why: Safety Razor: Parker 96R – Long Handle Butterfly Safety Razor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002IFFSOS/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_2 This safety razor has a great weight to it, a long handle for a comfortable grip, and a black and chrome coloring that looks great with the other items on the list. The butterfly razors seem to be the easiest to open and close for changing blades. Razor Blades: Astra Superior Premium Platinum blades https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EXPTR0W/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_4 One of the great things about safety razors is that the blades are SUPER cheap. These Astra blades are some of the most popular and highest quality blades I could find. At $0.10 each, you can clearly see the cost advantage to regular razors. I have been told that one blade should last about a week. That means that 100 is nearly 2 years’ worth! Do yourself a favor and buy the best blades you can get. There’s no reason to save a few cents to get blades that dull quickly and give you razorburn. Brush: Perfecto 100% Badger Shaving Brush - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VF1NI5M/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_40 This brush is a fraction of the cost of the higher end brushes and it felt GREAT and worked up a nice, foamy lather very quickly. I don’t see any reason to buy a more expensive brush, especially if you are just starting out and want to see if you enjoy this process before you commit to a high-dollar brush. Personally, I still wouldn’t get anything more expensive. Bowl: Schöne Stainless Steel Shaving Bowl with Lid https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OQDEL8Y/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_37 I think this is a matter of preference and taste in aesthetics. This bowl matches the other items that I bought and has a lid, which I am hoping will allow me to make my soap last longer. It seems to be well made and is a great size for working up a lather with the brush and is shaped well for holding it in your hand while you apply the lather. I think there are a lot of options for you to choose from, so pick something that matches your style if this one isn’t for you. Razor and Brush Stand: SimplyBeautiful Deluxe Razor and Brush Stand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AG92BXY/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_35 This stand looks great and is balanced well so that it holds my brush and razor without falling over. I chose black for two reasons. One: It matches the other things that I bought (razor and brush). Two: It should resist rusting better since it is coated. Pre-shave Oil: The Art of Shaving Pre-Shave Oil, Sandalwood https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FGTTTM/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_3 The Art of Shaving makes some great products, but some of them have changes in recent years, so you can’t rely on the ratings alone. I read through them and found that the pre-shave oil is still a very popular product and from my experience, it definitely helps prep your beard and skin for the shave. Applying the oil is step 1 in safety razor shaving. Shaving Soap: Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007MW2ZW/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_1 TOBS shaving soaps are the highest quality soaps I could find based off of smell, quality of lather, and consistency of the product quality. This soap is more like a cream. I scooped out some with my fingers, put it in the bowl, added some hot water, and then worked up a lather. It felt and smelled amazing! In reality, I didn’t want to wash it off because it just felt so good! After-shave Balm: Truefitt & Hill Sandalwood Aftershave Balm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OWPW0I/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_29 This was my biggest splurge of the whole set-up and I did so for several reasons: First, using after-shave balm is said to be gentler on your skin than alcohol-based after-shaves. As I mentioned before, I switched from an electric to a safety razor with no skin irritation at all. This cream soothes the skin and makes it soft. It was the perfect way to finish my shave. Second, this stuff is rated as the absolutely best smelling after-shave balm out there and I can attest to that. It smells so great that I stopped using my cologne. Based on the small amount that is needed, this bottle should easily last for a year or more. Three, there are other “luxury” brand shaving balms that have been bought out by big brand companies and their formulas have changed significantly as a result. That means that some of the products out there have great ratings, but only because of the number ratings BEFORE they recently changed. If you look into other luxury shaving brands, then you will see what I mean. Razor Disposal Case: Feather Styling Razor Disposal Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DWGEY1K/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_36 Even used razors are sharp, so I bought this little case to keep stray razors off of the counter, or better yet, off of the floor. Just drop in the used razor when it’s too dull for shaving. It holds over a hundred, so you can go without emptying it for a few years. It’s pretty cheap, so maybe you can just throw it away when it’s full? Your choice. That’s my whole set up. If you want to get into safety razor shaving, then I highly recommend the products on this list. All-in-all, you will spend about the same on this list than you would on a TAOS starter kit that only has the oil, brush, soap, and balm. I’m a morning shaver, so the sandalwood scent works great for me, but evening shavers may consider the same products in lavender scent if you want a relaxing experience to help you sleep.

Very soothing And smells great

You don't need much of this and if used right, can last you quite a while. This product has a very refreshing feel and it smells is wonderful. I have very sensitive skin and it can get irritated easily. So, when I use this product, I find it seals in moisture and protects me against razor burn and inflammation. Most importantly, it leaves me with a pleasing scent. I was hesitant about this purchase but I am so glad I made the leap.

I have used many Sandalwood balms in the past from different manufacturers All have had a similar scent that I describe as what a pencil smells like right after sharpening. The scent of this Truefitt & Hill balm is nothing like that. Its scent is more like a sweet perfume with no clean woodsy scent. Overall the product is smooth, non burn and does the job on my skin. 4 stars simply because it does not smell like Sandalwood to me.

I absolutely love nearly everything about this product. The scent is wonderful and its a great aftershave. My wife loves when I wear it. However, this is the second bottle in a row that stops working well before I'm even halfway through it - making it unusable. I thought I just had bad luck with the first, but now two in a row. I see others have the same problem. Its a pressed on dispenser, not screwed, so you can't just move the contents to another container. I broke the first bottle trying to get the top off. I shouldn't have to deal with this kind of nonsense at this price point. Very disappointed.

This is my new favorite brand and I will be buying more products from them, here is why: - The smell is wonderful - The smell lasts for quite some time after the shave, at least 3 hours. - I have very sensitive skin and it never reacted negatively - Perfect thickness - Excellent moisturizer - Easy to apply - Tackiness doesn't last long - Fantastic packaging that looks good sitting on your bathroom counter - Sharp looking container - Excellent company with great customer service

My son first used this product overseas and fell in love with it. It is a nice product for all purpose facial needs. He initially wanted it for his razor bumps but decided to use it all over his face and neck. Very good product. A bit pricey, but wort it.

Despite the price of this balm, I decided to give it a try and I’m glad I did. The scent is wonderful and the balm is very soothing and not really greasy like others I’ve tried. A little goes a long way. I have sensitive skin so it was very worth it to me.

Muy decepcionado, el bálsamo no tiene nada que ver con el producto original. Decepción nivel Esencia de Loewe

Super Duft

Ottimo profumo. Liquido ma non acquoso. Facilmente spalmabile sula pelle

Very good stuff...

A nice post shave balm well worth the money. This is probably the best after shave balm I have ever used I have been using this for some weeks now and this has made shaving more enjoyable. The balm feels nice when it is applied and absorbs into the skin well leaving the skin feeling smooth and imparting a nice gentle aroma