Post-Shave Fixes That Actually Work

Shaving shouldn’t feel like punishment. Ditch the drugstore burn and level up with post-shave products that actually do something. These aren’t your daddy’s splash-n-go aftershaves—they calm, hydrate, and keep your skin from turning into a bumpy, irritated mess. Because red and raw was never the look.

Ice bath for your face

Red, angry skin? Cool it down with Jack Black Post Shave Cooling Gel, the aloe-based, alcohol-free gel that chills your skin on contact. Witch hazel tones, sage and chamomile calm, and the finish is clean—not sticky. It even works on bald heads. Think of it as your fast-pass to zero inflammation.

$21 – Amazon
Available at: Amazon, Ulta, and Nordstrom

Bevel Post-Shave Balm goes beyond basic. It’s loaded with soothing ingredients like tea tree oil and vitamin E to calm irritation, plus lactic acid to gently exfoliate and help fade dark spots. No alcohol. No sting. Just a smooth comeback for your skin barrier.

$12.95 
Available at: Amazon, and getbevel.com

The fancy one that actually hits

Dior Homme After Shave Balm goes beyond the bougie branding. This shea butter-packed hydrator smooths skin like silk and leaves behind just enough of Dior’s signature scent to flex without trying too hard. Lightweight, non-greasy, and fully grown-man approved.

$65 – Dior.com
Available at: Dior, Saks, Nordstrom, and Amazon