#21

Member
Toronto, Ont. Canada
I tried Proraso pre and after shave cream (one and the same) about eight months ago and again today to be fair to them.
Same results both times.
I don't like grease on my face and that is what it felt like.
It also succeeded in constantly clogging up my Rolls Razor. Something that has never happened before.
I am very fond of Proraso Shaving Soaps but this cream does nothing for me.
I don't really need any creams or medications as I have no problems.
So I will continue with my preferred simpleton's shaving protocol, shaving soap or croap or cream and an aftershave lotion.
Thththat's all fffolks. Nothing more.

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#22
I've also heard good things about Stirling Post-shave balms-They also have an unscented version that doesn't have any fragrance or essential oils that might set you off. I haven't used them so I can't say specifically but it's another option you can google up if you want.

Here are the ingredients: Distilled Water, Witch Hazel, Aloe, Meadowfoam Seed Oil, Glycerin, Grapeseed Oil, Myristyl Myristate (Co-Emulsifier), Unrefined Shea Butter, Emulsifying Wax, Coconut Oil, Stearic Acid, Vitamine E, Optiphen, Allantoin.
#23
(01-25-2016, 09:55 PM)Porter Wrote: I've also heard good things about Stirling Post-shave balms-They also have an unscented version that doesn't have any fragrance or essential oils that might set you off. I haven't used them so I can't say specifically but it's another option you can google up if you want.

Here are the ingredients: Distilled Water, Witch Hazel, Aloe, Meadowfoam Seed Oil, Glycerin, Grapeseed Oil, Myristyl Myristate (Co-Emulsifier), Unrefined Shea Butter, Emulsifying Wax, Coconut Oil, Stearic Acid, Vitamine E, Optiphen, Allantoin.

Stirling post-shave balms are excellent, just like every other Stirling product I've used. I like the ingredients Stirling uses and the price which can't really be beat as far as I know, at least not for the quality you get. If you like Soap Commander balms then I'd say you'll like Stirling.

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#24

Member
Los Angeles
(08-26-2015, 12:35 PM)Walter Wrote: Nivea for sensitive skin is the most often recommend affordable balm. If you still have an allergic reaction to it, then it might be helpful to consult a dermatologist.

I have been using Nivea for years it great. I find that Target is the cheapest about $5.50.

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#25
(04-29-2016, 04:40 AM)Tidepool Wrote:
(08-26-2015, 12:35 PM)Walter Wrote: Nivea for sensitive skin is the most often recommend affordable balm. If you still have an allergic reaction to it, then it might be helpful to consult a dermatologist.

I have been using Nivea for years it great.  I find that Target is the cheapest about $5.50.

I have Nivea Sensitive and it is a nice balm. I think I paid around $4 or $5 locally.
#26

Scentsless Shaver
Oakland, ME
Another vote for trying Soap Commander's Integrity balm. I use it exclusively, in the menthol-free version. Great stuff!
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#27

Member
Indiana
Another +1 for Nivea.
#28
I too have sensitive skin that react to a lot of soaps and balms. I have been using Nivea Sensitive ASB pretty much exclusively without any problems. One of the last areas for me to expand upon are after shaves and balms, and I have been pondering alternatives of late, so I thank you all for an informative thread with lots of interesting suggestions.
#29
(This post was last modified: 06-17-2016, 07:12 AM by AAron Imber.)
I love Stirling, but I also really like PAA Daily Driver.
For me, it is excellent.
#30

Administrator
Philadelphia, PA
Stirling is the balm I use the most out of any products I have.
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