Proraso Post-Shave Stone, Natural Alum Block, 1 Count (Pack of 1)

I'd read about Potassium Alum before purchasing, basically to find out what that Gag in the Warner Bros cartoons was about [wherein someone ingests Alum and it shrinks their heads and makes their Voices high-pitched]. As an Aftershave Stone, it's unmatched, almost magically removing razor irritation throughout one's face, just slide the wet stone all over your freshly-shaven skin: the relief is instant and its styptic properties are immediate. I like it so much that I purchased 5 more Alum stones from separate manufacturers as Christmas gifts. I never knew about Alum before but it's perfect if one shaves, so I'm highly recommending it.

This alum stone works great. When I tried a new (to me) blade, I cut myself and had irritation on my neck. This stone plugged my bleeder and soothed my irritated neck. I have tried other alum blocks, but this one seems to work best for me. It comes in a cardboard box, so I bought a travel size soap carrier to keep it in, to let it dry for re-use. I look forward to seeing how long this one stone last.

Good face rock. Rock make face no bleed after ouch. Use thing under rock for no stain. Rock last very long time.

Very nice and soothing, although it will hurt a tiny bit initially. Smaller than expected but still gets the job done. I would recommend.

Very good quality,

I bought this 4 years ago and I still use it regularly for both nick relief and for general aftershave care. Works well in both regards, stopping small bleeds quickly, disinfecting more serious nicks prior to the old toilet paper trick, and keeping my face clean, bump free, and less irritated after a close shave. The original box is starting to show signs of degradation (alum buildup, loss of structural integrity, etc.) but it's made of cardstock and has travelled a lot, so that's to be expected. The stone has shrunk and smoothed out, but again, expected after 4 years of use. An essential part of any home wet shaving kit with a permanent place in my medicine cabinet and toiletry travel bag.

It stings like alcohol and it is supposed to. But you’ll get used to it. Works fairly well and most nicks stop on one or two touches. Adding this after cold water splash also helps. I tend to leave it on and do not notice any issues with drying. It doesn’t do much to “soothe” your face. Bar is a good size and I think will last me years. Cardboard box it comes in has held up so far- don’t put bar away wet and should be ok but eventually I’ll probably need something else. No issues with cracking or bar holding up. Edges may come a little “sharp” at first but these will soften with use, similar to a bar of soap. As long as you don’t butcher your face with your razor this will do the job.

Use this Proraso alum block after EVERY shave, and stop those nicks and weepers right in their tracks. A quality astringent after shaving will help keep your skin healthy, and clear. Changed your razor or blade? Wondering how close and comfortable or baby-butt-smooth of a shave you just got? Rinse off your leftover shaving soap/cream, and glide this alum block over your freshly shaved skin; a uniform and nick/burn free shave will deliver a fresh, cool feeling. Areas that you may have been too aggressive with, or caught a nick, will sting for a moment...but that's OK, the alum is doing its astringent job! Liken this to a styptic pencil, but for larger areas, if you're not familiar. There's other blocks and bars, and even offerings out there. I suggest you choose carefully, because you're applying this directly onto freshly shaved skin; you want QUALITY here, and you have to trust the manufacturer. Those reasons are why I chose the Proraso alum block. It's made in Italy by Proraso: It's got that famous Proraso quality, and I trust that it's alum, not a shady alum substitute, made in a country renowned for questionable business practices and ethics.

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El producto es bueno y cumple con su propósito. Es un precio accesible y buena marca. Lo calificó con dos estrellas porque venía ROTO el producto. Quizá no lo manejaron de la manera correcta.

Highly recommended

Gerçekten kaliteli bir ürün, tıraş sonrası cildi yatıştırıyor ve rahatlıyor. Eskiden tıraş olduğumda, tıraş sonrası özellikle çene bölgemde kızarıklık ve döküntü oluşuyordu. Şimdi ise bu şikayetlerimin hiçbiri mevcut değil. O yüzden gerçekten parasının hakkını veren bir ürün. Tavsiye ederim.

Ein Traum, wenn man sich den Rasierhobel mal wieder quer durch die Backe gezogen hat und man saftet wie ein angestochenes Schwein hilft auch der Allaunstein nicht mehr viel. Aber dann solltest du auch überlegen den Hobel oder das Messer wegzulegen und dir nen elektrischen Rssierer zu besorgen. Für alle anderen kleinen Schnitte oder zur generellen Nachbehandlung absolut empfehlenswert. Mit dem Stein kann man das Aftershavegel liquid Peeling Creme what ever sogar weglassen. Schön feucht halten den Stein und langsam ohne Druck über die rasierte Stelle drüberfahren keine pickel, keine hautirritation Spitze! Hilft sogar wenn mals das Deo ausgeht Achseln schön waschen Stein feucht machen und paar mal durch die Achsel schieben tiptop