Collection: Post-Shave
Shop post-shave care for the final step after shaving, including post shave balm, after shave balm, alum blocks, styptic pencils, after shave lotion and traditional splashes. The right finish can help the skin feel calmer, reduce the look of irritation and add a clean scented or unscented ending to the shave.
Choose alum blocks and styptic products for a traditional mineral finish, men's aftershaves when fragrance is the priority, or a balm when the skin feels dry or tight. For the full routine, pair post-shave products with pre-shave, shaving cream or shaving soap.
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Alexander Simpson Est. 1919 Bay Rum Post Shave Balm 100ml
5.0 / 5.0
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Special OfferAlexander Simpson Est. 1919 Lime Post Shave Balm 100ml
3.0 / 5.0
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Alexander Simpson Est. 1919 Sandalwood Post Shave Balm 100ml
3.0 / 5.0
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Captain Fawcett's Post Shave Balm 125ml
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Captain Fawcett's Traditional Alum Bar 90g
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Castle Forbes 1445 Aftershave Balm 150ml
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Castle Forbes Cedarwood and Sandalwood Aftershave Balm 150ml
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Castle Forbes Lavender Aftershave Balm 150ml
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Castle Forbes Lime Aftershave Balm 150ml
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Sold outCella After Shave Balm 100ml
5.0 / 5.0
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Cella After Shave Spray Cologne 100ml
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Cella Aftershave Lotion 100ml
5.0 / 5.0
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Cella Organic After Shave Balm 100ml
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Cella Organic After Shave Spray Cologne 100ml
5.0 / 5.0
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Cella Organic Aftershave Lotion 100ml
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Colonel Conk’s Natural After Shave Lotion - Unscented 180ml
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Cyril R. Salter Styptic Pencil
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D.R. Harris Aftershave Milk
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Special OfferD.R. Harris Arlington Aftershave
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D.R. Harris Arlington Aftershave Milk
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D.R. Harris Bay Rum Aftershave
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D.R. Harris Pink Aftershave
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D.R. Harris Sandalwood Aftershave
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D.R. Harris Sandalwood Aftershave Milk
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About Post-Shave
Balms, Alum and Lotions
After shaving, rinse the skin and choose the finish that suits it. Balm gives comfort and moisture, alum gives a traditional mineral feel and helps highlight pressure, while after shave lotion or splash adds a cleaner scented finish.
For Nicks and Irritation
Use an alum block across larger shaved areas or a styptic pencil for a small nick. If the skin feels tight afterwards, follow with a light post-shave balm. For sensitive skin, keep fragrance and alcohol level in mind when choosing.
Matching the Routine
A comfortable finish starts before the last step. If shaving feels harsh, review your pre-shave preparation, lather from shaving cream or shaving soap, and blade choice before relying only on balm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use aftershave balm or lotion?
Use aftershave balm when comfort and moisture matter most. Use after shave lotion or splash when you want a classic scented finish and your skin tolerates it well.
What is an alum block used for after shaving?
An alum block is dampened and passed lightly over shaved skin. It gives a traditional mineral finish, helps show where pressure was too heavy and can be useful before applying balm.
What helps with small shaving cuts?
Use a styptic pencil for small nicks, applying it directly to the area after rinsing. For general post-shave feel, use alum or balm depending on the skin.
Can I use post-shave care with a safety razor?
Yes. Post-shave balm, alum, styptic pencils and aftershave can be used after shaving with a safety razor, straight razor, shavette or cartridge razor.
Let customers speak for us
from 413 reviewsGreat service and quick delivery. Would highly recommend!
The 180 ml Alexander Simpson Ultraglide Sandlewood shaving cream is the best shaving cream I have used in over 60 years of shaving. It comes to a rich, creamy lather on the brush, feels great on the skin and provides a smooth comfortable and close shave. The best available in my view and it lasts well too.
Truth be told, I bought this for a relative, so I have no personal thoughts to give. However, I am told that the gift went down a treat - exactly what was wanted! So, on that basis I reckon it deserves top marks.
What I can speak personally about is the brilliant service I received from MGS - again. Well packed, and delivered the very next day. Thank you, all!
Included in the parcel was an unexpected surprise: a 70gm puck of Cyril Salter lavender shaving soap! Now, I have quite a lot of soaps and creams to get through before I get round to this one; but get round to it I will - and then I can leave an honest review. Meanwhile, I must say that was a very kind gesture and much appreciated! Thank you, again.
This is my second of the Semogue SOC C5 brushes, the first having been the cherry wood handle example bought some time ago. Why I like them is because I find them - for my medium/large hand - ergonomically sound and comfortable to hold. Being a modern synthetic the bristles are soft but with plenty backbone. The loft may seem quite tall at 59mm but it is an excellent latherer both for swirling or using in a 'painterly' fashion. Recommended!
The good folk at MGS also deserve honourable mention for their brilliant service: I placed my order in the morning of one day and received the goods the next, well wrapped and protected in a substantial cardboard box. Thank you!
Excellent all round, many thanks
Muhle Closed Comb Black Safety Razor R106
Anyone familiar with Parker razors will know that, in general, they tend to be more on the aggressive side. The 78R is an exception. This is a mild/medium razor with barely any blade feel which, for a daily shaver (especially with sensitive skin) is a joy to use! Paired with a sharp blade (aren't they all??), (e.g. I used a Nacet blade, but, as always, YMMV) and a good-quality soap or cream, a smooth, comfortable, irritation-free shave is pretty much in the bag. Maybe not quite as ''autopilot'' as the Parker Aeroshave razor, but very close. For me, this razor is a 'keeper', and I'm so glad I bought it. If I had a 'gripe' it would be about the long, skinny handle; but when I consider all the positive things about this razor, the handle is hardly worth a mention. In any case, because it uses the standard M5 thread, it could always be swapped out for a different handle.
Many thanks, as usual, go to the good folk at MGS who, despite my ordering after the 3.00pm deadline, managed to get my well-wrapped parcel into the post for delivery the day after. Brilliant! Thank you!
For sure a mild razor - but that's what I like. For a daily shaver with sensitive skin this razor is pretty ideal. Paired with a decent blade (I used a Nacet blade, but others would be just as good), and a quality shaving soap or cream this is one of those 'autopilot' razors that doesn't demand 100% attention for every second of the shave; and being lightweight allows you to factor in your own level of pressure that is comfortable for you. It's nimble and manoeuvrable and getting those whiskers under the nose is a doddle. I don't chase BBS but the Aeroshave provides me with a DFS+ shave that lasts the day; and that I'm more than happy with.
With a blade gap of .59mm and a small amount of blade exposure this is definitely NOT a razor for mowing down several days' growth of beard, and nor should it be expected to; but if you shave on a daily basis - and have sensitive skin to boot - the Aeroshave is worth serious consideration. Horses for courses, and all that.
Service from the gentlefolk at MGS is excellent. I ordered this razor (along with another item) after the 3.00pm cut-off time and yet it still arrived, well packed and in good order, the following day! Thank you!
Many folks start their wet shaving addiction with the gateway drug that is the Merkur 34C. Now it’s back in satin finish stainless steel in a presentation box with a leather travel case. It’s also a little more efficient but not aggressive and the blade is now completely covered by the top cap. A genuine upgrade.
Super easy to use, ideal for new DE razor users, great quality, SO much better than multi blade cartridge razors, and much more economical. Highly recommended.
Seen the Henson AL13 reviewed quite a few times on YouTube and I thought I'd give it a try.Ive been shaving with a Rockwell T2 which is a excellent razor,but the AL13 is in a different league,lightweight easy to use,not got to worry about finding the correct angle to shave,the Henson does it for you,basically if you don't get the angle right,it won't shave...
Must add, first class service from Male grooming,Thank-you....
Does what it says, works for after shaving and for deodorant
Excellent just what I required. Male grooming great all round, many thanks

















