Why is talcum powder nice after shaving?
I hear you thinking: "Huh, using talcum powder after shaving?" Yes, indeed. Talcum powder is not just meant for baby bottoms. The use of talcum powder after shaving has been a fixed part of the classic wet shaving routine at barbers for centuries. Fortunately, there are still some traditional barbers who use talcum powder as the final care product after shaving. If your barber applies a bit of talcum powder to your face after shaving, then you know you are dealing with a real barber.
Talcum powder, what is that?
Talcum powder is made from talc. Talc comes from the clay mineral magnesium silicate. It is mined in various places around the world. Talcum powder is widely used in baby care products, deodorants, foot care, skin soothing products, and cosmetics. It has a strong moisture-absorbing effect and reduces friction. It also has a slight cooling effect.
Why use talcum powder after shaving?
Gentlemen, as you know, you don't have to do anything at all. If you are happy with an alcohol splash or a nourishing balm after shaving, that is perfectly fine. Talcum powder can be that little extra care after shaving. It provides a soft and comfortable feeling throughout the day. It soothes the skin and may reduce any raw, burning sensation after shaving. Talcum powder also creates a protective layer. Very pleasant for reducing the raw feeling in the neck area when wearing a collared shirt and tie. Or use talcum powder on your face if you have to ride your motorcycle to work in the morning with a helmet on. In the summer, if you sweat a lot, you can apply some talcum powder to your face or under your arms. In the Antilles and Suriname, many men use talcum powder after shaving. It absorbs sweat and provides a pleasant feeling on the skin throughout the day under the hot tropical sun.
Many men have oily skin. As a result, you often end up with a shiny, greasy face at the end of the day. Talcum powder provides a matte complexion.
In short, talcum powder is actually a miracle product for very little money. Many of our customers apply a small amount of talcum powder after the aftershave splash or aftershave balm. Put a little talcum powder in your palm, rub it between your hands, and then apply it to the freshly shaved area. You can also apply it using a soft makeup brush.
Which shaving brands sell talcum powder?
Some classic brands, such as the American barbershop brand Clubman Pinaud, DR Harris and Taylor of Old Bond Street from London sell various talcum powders. These products are all lightly scented.
Very popular is the well-known talcum powder from Clubman Pinaud. It has a light rose scent and comes in a large plastic bottle. Very loved by many traditional barbers or barbershops. The English talcum powders come in a metal can and are also lightly scented. The fragrances align with the well-known scent lines of these brands, such as Sandalwood, Mr Taylor, Arlington, and Windsor.
DR Harris talcum powder Arlington
Taylor of Old Bond Street talcum powder Sandalwood
