Mens Aftershave Recommendations

The skin of the face is one of the most sensitive regions of the human body. Shaving results in dryness, itching and general irritation of the skin on the face. Needless to say, the harsh friction between the sharp edge of the shaving blade and the skin usually does result in superficial cuts and scratches which results in a burning sensation and often infection. The aftermath of doing away with unwanted facial hair needs immediate attention. This is why men use aftershave.

So, we need a substance that can work as an antiseptic, soothe the skin and make a man feel fresh and appealing. Hence the substance needs to have medicinal value to heal the cuts and scratches, have the moisturizing elements to soothe the skin and make it feel soft. It needs a fragrance that can work as an aphrodisiac and attract the opposite sex. Besides this it should not be cumbersome and it should be easy to apply.

Three forms of aftershave are generally available in the market:

a) The lotion which is alcohol based

b) The balm which is cream based

c) The gel.

While the balm and gel are very soothing and serve all the purposes that an aftershave should, It is the alcohol based lotion which is most preferred among men these days. For one, it has no sticky residue and secondly it is much stronger in fragrance compared to the balm and gel. It has a wide variety of scents. It is cumbersome to apply as it sticks to the hands and becomes a film on the face. It covers up the pores of the skin, restricting its breathing process. The major draw back to the alcohol based lotion is that it stings on the cuts. Most men don't mind a little pain to achieve that appeal which would make the opposite sex go weak in the knees.

Here are some of those magic lotions that will not only make man feel good, but would also appeal to the ladies and attract them to the man wearing it:

DKNY Men 2009

From the house of DKNY comes this spicy and woody fragrance that recreates the wild side of the city man. An urban perfume, the notes of woody fragrance with light mesmerizing scents of flora makes for a lasting impression about the city man. Adding to this spices like cardamom and white pepper and you have the women drooling over the man who wears such a bold scent.

Mandate Aftershave

A classic retro fragrance is the hallmark of this aftershave. It hails from the well known house of Dana Mandate. The blend of woody tones and notes of mild tobacco and citrus fruit on this aftershave marks the masculine fragrance of the 80’s . Alluring, refreshing, subtle and long lasting is what makes women go crazy for this scent.

Aramis 900

Aramis 900 is but another classic aftershave. First introduced in 1973 by Aramis as an herbal concoction to be used as an aftershave, Aramis 900 is still one of the best. Yes, its is still made as an herbal aftershave lotion, made from crunchy herbs to act as a remedy to sooth burning razor cuts and scratches. Its pure and healthy herbal contents are suitable for any skin type and do not create roughness or sensitivity. Aramis 900 is the most healthy and suitable way to attract the opposite sex. This is why it is still on of the most popular brands on the market.

Cool Water

From the house of designer Davidoff comes this very moderate, delicate, yet sexy aftershave. A blend of sandalwood, lavender and musk makes this aftershave masculine, which also makes it attractive to women. For the man its an energy booster, it makes him feel healthy and energetic. It is an antiseptic and acts as a healer for all those shaving wounds which would otherwise cause infection. It has a magnetic effect on woman who just can’t help coming close to the man who wears it.

Bvlgari Black Cologne

This is another retro classic. Bvlgari Black Cologne, from the design house Bvlgari, was first created in 1994 and still remains to be a strong contender amongst the best aftershaves. Notes of black tea with traces of rosewood and bergamot highlight the fragrance. Then you have cedar, oak moss and vanilla giving the distinct middle tones as amber, sandalwood and musk form the base. The base concoction is probably what makes this cologne so sexy. The cedar, oak moss and black tea is what gives it the all powerful masculinity. Nevertheless, it is one more of those aftershaves that attracts women.

Tommy Hilfiger

For men who feel strong about their personality and everyday life, this is the one. Pure essence of juniper and rosemary fused with a tinge of papaya produces a sexy scent that is nearly a perfect aphrodisiac. The combination causes no effect on the skin, but the papaya extract benefits the skin by making it smooth and soft. While the scent generated by this combination does cause an effect, it makes the man attractive to the ladies. This after shave lotion from the Tommy Hilfiger signature series can also be found in aftershave balm and aftershave gel in the same scent of juniper, rosemary and papaya.

Boss No. 6 Cologne

Boss No. 6 Cologne was first released by the designer house Hugo Boss in 1999. It has been a decade and it is still one of the most popular after shaves. Masculine in nature, Boss No. 6 Cologne captures the natural fragrance of fern, bergamot and pineapple which is then blended with notes of lavender, juniper and geranium. This combination gives it a very casual feature, yet it gives it a distinctly strong and predominantly masculine attitude that women just can't resist.

There are many more aftershaves from various designers and perfume manufacturers. We've covered a few of the most popular brands here. What matters most is its usage as an antiseptic, soother and skin care element and its ability to attract the opposite sex.