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Hey, I just noticed this, though I guess it's pretty obvious.

I'm someone who only shaves every two or three days, because it's too brutal on my skin. I've definitely noticed a pattern in scent longevity and diffusion. Clean shaven days get the most longevity and diffusion, and the most stubbly days get the least. I guess it's because alot of the stuff goes on to the hairs, where it doesn't get absorbed or heated up in order to project.

Anyone else notice this, or am I just imagining things?

I haven't had a beard for years, but does anyone here have one? how does it affect your fragrance habit?

I spray mostly on my neck and cheeks so it's right where the stubble is.

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Quote: Originally Posted by GAIVS IVLIVS CAESAR I guess it's because alot of the stuff goes on to the hairs, where it doesn't get absorbed. Actually..I think hair is suppose to absorb the perfume oils...and should last longer though bread stubble is rather short....it probably won't work. Also, try not to spray perfume on your cheeks....it's not so good for the skin on your face.

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Quote: Originally Posted by nsamadi Actually..I think hair is suppose to absorb the perfume oils...and should last longer though bread stubble is rather short....it probably won't work. Also, try not to spray perfume on your cheeks....it's not so good for the skin on your face. How is it bad for the skin of the face? I like to have it there so I can smell it more.

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Quote: Originally Posted by GAIVS IVLIVS CAESAR How is it bad for the skin of the face? I like to have it there so I can smell it more. Fragrance is really harsh for the facial skin, I wouldn't recommend it either. Most perfumes, especially mainstream ones, have ingredients that are very irritating over time for sensitive skin (like on the face). Infact, it could even cause almost permanent blotching on your face over time if a perfume has photosensitizing oils in it (oils that make the skin more susceptible to the sun, like citrus oils and cedar).

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Ooh! Thanks for the warning then. That's too bad, I love to have Xeryus Rouge, The Vert or Jardin en Mediterrannee on my face.

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Quote: Originally Posted by GAIVS IVLIVS CAESAR Ooh! Thanks for the warning then. That's too bad, I love to have Xeryus Rouge, The Vert or Jardin en Mediterrannee on my face. I know, I love a good smelling aftershave (all-natural kind) and wish the scent lingered longer. I suppose it wouldn't be too bad to wear a little fragrance on the face every so often, and as long as you're sure you won't be exposed to the sun.

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I don't wanna get too much in the details of it right now..I'm kinda busy but in general it isn't good to use alcohol based products on your face.
It dries the skin and it can cause irritation on a clean shaven face. After extensive usage your facial skin can look like a dried up prune.
But lately there has been some debate whether or not alcohol based facial products actually can be really harmful to your skin...because it depends on the type of alcohol (there are so many). Supposedly it has to be "pure" alcohol to be very harmful to the skin on your face. Thought it's being debated and might be a myth...who knows. They say most forms of alcohol in facial products shouldn't cause harm to your skin..but I'd still use non-alcohol products.
Whatever...do what you like...it behinds on your skin type...check out your skin...is it dry? or are you young and already getting wrinkles?....it might be okay with your skin type...it really depends.

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Quote: Originally Posted by GAIVS IVLIVS CAESAR I'm someone who only shaves every two or three days, because it's too brutal on my skin. Just a thought, you might want to cruise and dig through the forums at Badger & Blade - I'm sure the guys over there would be happy to help you figure out a way to avoid tearing up your face while shaving.
Oh, and not all alcohol products are bad for the face on your skin. Case in point: Aqua Velva may still be one of the best aftershaves on the market.

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Heh. I was just noting something the other day. My roommate, who is a 29 year old Saudi man, sprays about 10 shots of Le Prince (an AdG ripoff) into his hand, then rubs it onto his face, cheeks, and neck. I don't have the heart to tell him that this isn't the most effective, nor hypoallergenic method of application.
Essential oils clog up pores, causing a bevy of problems, so it's best to avoid them on or around your face. Hypoallergenic products are almost always free of fragrances for this reason.
- Rich

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I tend to find fragrances last longer when I have a bit of stubble.
Is it not the same principle as women spraying perfume on their hair for improved longevity?