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Some common scents used in men’s aftershave are musk, amber, citrus, and woodsy scents.
Aftershave is weak due to the low concentration of aromatic compounds. Alcohol is used to kill surface germs on freshly shaved skin. Some common scents used in men’s aftershave are musk, amber, citrus, and woodsy scents.
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What Is After Shave Smell?
The scent of aftershave is weak due to the low concentration of aromatic compounds. Alcohol is used to kill surface germs on freshly shaved skin. [2]
What Are The Main Ingredients In Aftershave?
Isopropanol and ethyl alcohol are ingredients that are similar to what’s used in hand sanitizer or household cleaners. The ingredients killbacteria or toxins on your face after a shave. [3]
What Scents Are Common In Men’S Cologne?
These are the notes that come to mind. Plum, apple, pear, berry and even tomato are some of the non-citrus fruits used in these fragrances. They add masculine notes to balance the fruits. The top-note evokes fresh-cut grass and tea leaves. [4]
What Scents Are Considered Masculine?
A masculine fragrance is usually a scent with a heavy emphasis on the base notes of the scent. [5]
Sources:
- https://www.executive-shaving.co.uk/aftershaves-cologne-and-eau-de-toilette-explained
- https://www.healthline.com/health/what-does-aftershave-do
- https://www.brunet.ca/en/beauty/beauty-tips/guide-to-mens-fragrance/
- https://www.shayandblue.com/blogs/journal/what-it-means-to-be-a-masculine-fragrance
Frank Harmenstein is the lead editor of the grooming website Cut Throat Straight Razor, and has over 15 years of experience in the industry. He’s personally tested and reviewed over 200 different straight razors, and has written countless articles on the subject.