How to Use aftershave in a Sentence

aftershave

noun
  • His reddish cheeks had the scent of aftershave.
    — Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026
  • On the lookout for an aftershave with a touch of extra class?
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 May 2022
  • On the lookout for an aftershave with a touch of extra class?
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 4 Oct. 2022
  • No aftershave lotion or cologne or even dryer-sheet scent on my clothes.
    — Mark Gauert, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
  • Up to that point, players would get licensing deals—but for aftershave, packets of crisps, beer.
    — Corey Seymour, Vogue, 15 June 2018
  • Things like smelly aftershave, essential oils, lotions and soaps would be verboten.
    — Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Then dry your face and apply an aftershave balm, preferably one without alcohol.
    — Scott Christian, Esquire, 28 July 2017
  • As a result, all employees have been told not to wear perfumes or aftershave or anything scented.
    — Karla Miller, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Shave, rinse with cold water to close the pores, and then apply a disinfecting aftershave to cleanse and nourish the skin.
    — Adam Na Hurly, Men's Health, 8 Mar. 2023
  • The company also sells aftershave, beard balm, pomade, lip balm and candles.
    — Sarah Hauer, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 19 June 2018
  • The 42-year-old mogul’s nine-piece men’s collection includes hair care as well as shaving cream, an aftershave balm and a beard oil.
    — Jamie Spain, PEOPLE.com, 27 Apr. 2018
  • Finish up with an aftershave moisturizer, then a beard oil to soften and condition your beard.
    — Scottie Andrew, CNN, 11 Apr. 2020
  • The best ones can replace your manual razor, shaving cream, and aftershave in one fell swoop, and cut down your daily shaving time.
    — Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 16 May 2023
  • And, no amount of Axe body spray (which is overpowering, as is any other cologne or aftershave) can mask the smell of dirty and unclean.
    — Ellen Warren, chicagotribune.com, 2 July 2018
  • Inside, a Drake song blasts over stand-up speakers, the smell of aftershave fills the air and scissors snap over men in antique barber chairs.
    — Phillip Molnar, Pacific San Diego Magazine, 24 July 2017
  • This aftershave has been especially made for people who suffer with sensitive skin.
    — The Salt Lake Tribune, 16 May 2022
  • Downey’s performance, equal parts subtly scented aftershave and snake oil, is a double-dealing marvel.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 19 July 2023
  • Two coppers in an unmarked car, cheery, burly, aftershave competing, picked me up from my home and drove me to a police station a hundred and fifty-odd miles away.
    — Sarah Beckwith, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
  • Most guys can get by without an aftershave, no shortage of which are fragrance conduits masquerading as moisturizers.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2026
  • And unless someone in the house is shaving daily, there’s really no reason for shaving cream, aftershave, or beard grooming tools to be kept out in the open.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2025
  • For best results, gently exfoliate your skin before shaving and use an aftershave to prevent ingrown hairs.
    — Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 10 Nov. 2022
  • Think of it as the super refined version of an aftershave—meant to infuse your skin with a little something extra to finish off your grooming routine.
    — Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 28 June 2023
  • According to the article, the cologne was $35 and the aftershave was $25 per bottle.
    — Slone Terranella, Detroit Free Press, 2 Mar. 2021
  • The fresh, subtle fragrance of this aftershave is thanks to the presence of aromatic bitter gum of myrrh and natural essential oils.
    — The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 May 2022
  • Men's aftershave, especially if strong cologne scents are not preferred, is a luscious addition to a simple get-ready-routine.
    — Gabriele Regalbuto, Fox News, 4 Dec. 2024
  • The aftershave – which is infused with chamomile, tea tree oil and willow bark – is designed to calm irritation, soothe razor burn and reduce redness.
    — Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Finally, make sure to apply moisturizer afterward to calm and soothe your skin, and an aftershave if that’s your preference.
    — The Salt Lake Tribune, 13 May 2022
  • The air was soft and fragrant, with a mixture of the garden, aftershave, Bain de Soleil, and possibility.
    — Lisa Birnbach, VanityFair.com, 19 June 2017
  • Understanding your needs before purchasing an aftershave is key.
    — Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
  • Casual clothes and comfortable shoes are recommended, but, please, no perfume or aftershave.
    — Daily News Staff, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2017

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