Anyone not get on with Bart's?

[sev-8]

Bart's balms seem to be universally loved, but I've tried the lotions samplers and now the Amber & Jasmine balm and they don't initially soothe at all. Do their products not work well for anyone else?

I get 30 minutes of burn with all products that I've tried, then with the lotion, more burn. If I use the balm, after the initial burn, it's pretty good. I know that someone will say it's the scent ingredients that cause it, however I'm not sensitive to any other scents. I really want to like their stuff, but Proraso White and Nivea Sensitive balm do the job a lot better for me

 

[Missoni]

I get burn from Bart's and it is far to oily for my skin; but that I think is just the way it goes rather than a reflection on the ethicacy of the product. Many skin products advise to immediately discontinue if irritation etc. is experienced. I have no problems with some products whilst others do - Sod's law, me thinks ...bin it...move on...

 

[SeanC]

I get burn from Bart's and it is far to oily for my skin; but that I think is just the way it goes rather than a reflection on the ethicacy of the product. Many skin products advise to immediately discontinue if irritation etc. is experienced. I have no problems with some products whilst others do - Sod's law, me thinks ...bin it...move on...

No issues here, however I keep balms for the colder months when my skin needs more nourishment. Splashes the rest of the year

 

[sev-8]

I get burn from Bart's and it is far to oily for my skin; but that I think is just the way it goes rather than a reflection on the ethicacy of the product. Many skin products advise to immediately discontinue if irritation etc. is experienced. I have no problems with some products whilst others do - Sod's law, me thinks ...bin it...move on...

Well, good to know that I'm not unique

 

[koenfucius]

Same for me. A pity because I really like the scents. I bought the sample set and it burns whatever the scent.

 

[sev-8]

Will need to find another not too expensive balm to replace it. Time to start shopping again...

 

[Burgundy]

I’ll preface by declaring that I’ve never used the stuff, but... are you applying to wet or dry skin? If you’re in the habit of toweling off before applying post-shave, most lotions and potions work best when applied to clean, damp skin.

 

[sev-8]

I’ll preface by declaring that I’ve never used the stuff, but... are you applying to wet or dry skin? If you’re in the habit of toweling off before applying post-shave, most lotions and potions work best when applied to clean, damp skin.

I rinse my face, then towel, then apply any post-shave, so my face isn't completely dry but a bit damp. I don't think that would affect the reaction I have though.

 

[Ventastic]

Will need to find another not too expensive balm to replace it. Time to start shopping again...

Per ml, Stirling and Zingari are actually cheaper.

 

[Deleted member 1881]

Will need to find another not too expensive balm to replace it. Time to start shopping again...

The Sudsy Soapery is an option Sev. A great option.

 

[Steve]

If the after shave balm I used has any citrus-derivatives, then they will burn for a minute or so. I've gone through Bart's sample collection without undue discomfort. All of them coat my skin -- lovely scents and price.

 

[sev-8]

Per ml, Stirling and Zingari are actually cheaper.

True, if I order from Maggards

The Sudsy Soapery is an option Sev. A great option.

Hadn't heard of their balms. Again, need to get it from Maggards which might take a while, but Uplift and Rain sound nice

 

[Deleted member 1881]

True, if I order from Maggards

Hadn't heard of their balms. Again, need to get it from Maggards which might take a while, but Uplift and Rain sound nice

I have the Rain, review tomorrow.

 

[sev-8]

I ended up ordering some Lea balm, plus a few other things from Connaughts that ended up costing more than the balm by itself. Oh well...

 

[Deleted member 1881]

I ended up ordering some Lea balm, plus a few other things from Connaughts that ended up costing more than the balm by itself. Oh well...

Good balm, nothing special though.