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Great product!

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012

I'd never heard of an alum block until last year and decided to try this as I frequently have irritated skin and small nicks after shaving. It works wonders as long as you leave it on long enough to work. You can't be in a hurry and rush it or you are wasting your time. I leave it on for about 5-7 minutes before rinsing it off my face and neck. As it drys on your face, you'll notice how it cools the skin. It reduces irritation better than after shave and helps to stop bleeding. It stings a little, but nothing horrible. I've had my current block for almost 12 months and it isn't even close to needing replaced. (Just make sure you keep it dry between uses. I keep mine wrapped in a cloth.).

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Jeff

It works just like it should

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2015

Here's the thing: Alum is alum. What matters is the presentation. While TOBS Alum Block is a solid product, it's expensive for what it is and it comes in a cheap box, which means you'll have to find a case. It works just like it should, but you can find something that works just as well for less money and that comes in a case.

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J. Farley

Great product!

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012

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Gavin M.

Great

Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2014

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This product will make your pores look better after a week of use. I shave with a mechanical safety razor (i.e., one razor blade) and this has done wonders. I slap on hot water, apply Aveda Composition Pure-formance Oil on the shaving area, apply shaving cream, shave, rinse with warm water and get the block wet with warm water, rub it all over the face, and both sides of the neck (wetting as necessary), brush my teeth and let the water get cold, and then rinse it off with ice cold water. Finish with a light coating of L'Occitane Cade After-Shave Balm. Great way to start your morning. I usually split the shave and the alum block with a shower.

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Jeff

It works just like it should

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2015

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Christopher Stephens

A must have for the perfect shave.

Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2016

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Every man that shaves, no matter how its done, should use this after every time. This is the tool that a man needs to complete the shave and protect the skin. The previous one I had was smaller and when I accidentally dropped it in the sink it shattered. This one has survived the drop test with a tiny piece of a corner and nothing else. This will last a long, long time. Stop using pieces of tissue and such to stop the little bleeders. Get this instead and it will soon become your best friend after you shave.

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Kevin

Block came in pieces.

Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2014

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Very disappointed product was in pieces upon opening the small box it came in. Totally unusable with on large piece that would likely impale something upon using. Furthermore, at this price it would be nice if there was a small case to keep it in after using.

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Stephen712

It works

Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2014

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Being new to DE shaving I did not find out about Alum blocks until after a few months in. I use it after every shave and I have to say it has really helped heal my face, especially the sensitive parts of my neck. It gets 4 stars because the price is almost twice what it should be and it came in a cheap piece of cardboard. Razorock has one for a little more than half that comes with a travel case.

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pekingduck

Best Potassium Alum I have ever purchased!

Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2017

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Cool and soothing after your shave (also has good anti-slip properties if you run on your fingers prior to to handling a metal razor handle, like my Merkur Progress). Also has very decent astringent properties. So it will stop light nicks/scratches from bleeding, but a full-on cut would still need a styptic, but I believe this is well within the scope of the product, so it does a little better than expected for alum vs, styptic. Great product; if I could, I would rate 6/5!

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Gruvin

Skeptical at first...

Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2015

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This is an excellent product. Being new to wet shaving, I was unsure of the necessity of this little bar, but after the first shave I was sold on its value. It does sting a little on application, however it is more of a refreshing feeling than pain. It does an excellent job at stopping any irritation and bleeds of any nicks from the shave itself. This is a must have for anyone who uses a razor. It did not dry my skin or leave any smell. Would buy again and recommend to anyone!

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D Clark

Works well, lasts long time

Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2009

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This works great on irritated skin and the block has lasted me 6 months, and will last much longer.
It is soothing, though leaves a slight film. While not visible, it does remain. Effective for nicks and cuts.

UPDATE (4/2011):
I still have the block. As I continued with wet shaving, I needed to use this less frequently. However, the block has started to crumble on the edges. I do believe it will continue to be useful for another 2 years though.

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Stan57

Indispensable

Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2014

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I use this as a post shave astringent and antiseptic. It's easy to just wet the block and rub the block over the face. It actually gives you feedback on your shaving technique and quality of your blade, since any areas where scraping took place will sting slightly. It's also replaced my antiperspirant. Same technique for application does the job and doesn't stain my shirts the way regular deodorant does.

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