The alcohol also helps in the hinderance of irritation and blocks the pores after shaving. The market, when it comes to men's aftershave, supplies you with varied choices, cutting across various brands, and price range. An Aftershave is also known as Eau De Cologne.

The Choice of Aftershave

All in all mens aftershave has a refreshing effect. Most alcohol based aftershaves have a stinging effect on the skin of a person, when they block up the pores. If you cannot bear such a sense then it's advisable that you go for an aftershave that has very little alcohol capacity. Moreover, you could also choose an aftershave balm that does not sting after application.

One of the considerations for selection of an aftershave lotion is the fragrance emanated. You can either select an aftershave lotion or balm that has a strong fragrance or something that gives out a mild scent. All alcohol based aftershave, usually provide a mild scent that usually disappears after a period of time owing to the process of evaporation.

Men's Cologne

People sometimes use the words cologne and aftershave synonymously. There is very little difference between the two and even marketers sometimes promote an aftershave like cologne. However, the fact of the matter is that cologne is applied after the aftershave. This is because cologne has lesser alcoholic content then an aftershave lotion and thus its strong fragrance can last for a long period of time.

While choosing an aftershave lotion and cologne you must take care that they either belong to the same range or the aftershave lotion has a neutral scent. When it comes to aftershave or cologne, it is the individual taste and personality of the user that decides the choice. Light, fresh scented cologne is great when it comes to daytime wear or summer wear. You can go for a muskier scent for the evening or even woody earthy cologne.

Designer Mens Aftershave Brands

If you take some time out to search the market for various brands of men's aftershave you will come to realize that there are an infinite number of aftershave and colognes available in the market. The choices have seen a considerable expansion, and famous designers have lent their names to popular aftershaves. Some of the luxury brands available in the market include Boucheron, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chanel, Creed, Gucci, Guerlain, Hermes, Ralph Lauren, Thierry Mugler and Yves Saint Laurent amongst others.

As can be imagined, luxury men's aftershave lotions are pretty expensive, but there are a host of cheaper options available in the market that cater to all your expectations. If you can afford it go for the expensive variety, but if you can’t then don't fret. There are many popular brands like old spice, Adidas, Gillette etc that you can opt for that are good, yet affordable.

The Appeal

An aftershave lotion is something that is very personal yet, you share it with the people around you, in terms of the fragrance. However, the factor that you must take care of is that you are buying the aftershave lotion for yourself and not the people around you. More importantly it must be something you like, and not what the people around you would appreciate.

It can be said without a doubt that the choice of the right aftershave reflects the personality of the wearer, much like his clothes or watch. So select your aftershave with due care and thought.