Pasha's Pride After Shave Splash
Pasha's Pride After Shave Splash — companion to the Pasha's Pride shaving soap. The bracing alcohol-based finishing step. Made in our New Jersey workshop.
Pasha's Pride After Shave Splash is the bracing alcohol-based finishing step in the Pasha's Pride shaving routine. Same fragrance compound as the Pasha's Pride shaving soap; this splash carries the scent through the rest of the day.
The same scent in the WhollyKaw Pasha's Pride shaving soap in an after shave splash with Dragon's Blood and pheromones from botanical sources. Botanical extracts are soothing to the skin. Splash is in our Feromone formulation.
Quick facts
| Detail | What it is |
|---|---|
| Type | After Shave Splash — the bracing alcohol-based finishing step |
| Companion to | Pasha's Pride shaving soap |
| Format | 118 ml bottle |
| Where it’s made | Our New Jersey workshop. Small batches. |
| Price | $21.99 per bottle |
What an after-shave splash does
An after-shave splash is the alcohol-based finishing step in a wet-shave routine. Three things it’s built to do:
- Antiseptic / antimicrobial. The alcohol kills the surface bacteria a shave can introduce through micro-cuts — particularly important for shavers prone to ingrown hairs or razor bumps.
- Astringent close. Alcohol contracts skin pores and the small surface vessels just opened by the warm lather, reducing the immediate post-shave redness window.
- Scent throughline. The same fragrance compound from the shaving soap continues into the splash, so the scent doesn’t disappear at the rinse. Wears 2–4 hours typically.
If your skin doesn’t tolerate alcohol after shaving (eczema, rosacea, very dry skin types), the alcohol-free toner is the alternative finishing step. Some shavers layer splash THEN balm for both the antiseptic close AND the all-day conditioning.
How to use
After rinsing the lather, pat skin mostly dry. Cup 5–8 ml of splash in your palm, rub palms together briefly to break the alcohol bite, then press onto skin (don’t rub aggressively). Some shavers prefer slap-application for the bracing effect; others prefer the gentler press. The alcohol stings briefly, then evaporates within 30 seconds, leaving the fragrance behind.
The full Pasha's Pride routine
Pasha's Pride is built to layer. Each step continues the same fragrance compound through the day:
- Pasha's Pride shaving soap — the lather (the start of the routine)
- Pasha's Pride splash — alcohol-based, bracing, antiseptic close
- Pasha's Pride toner — alcohol-free finishing for sensitive skin
- Pasha's Pride balm — final conditioning step, longest scent throughline
For all-day skin support without competing scents, our grass-fed tallow zinc oxide cream is unscented — an unscented daily moisturizer that won’t fight the Pasha's Pride throughline.
Who Pasha's Pride After Shave Splash is not for
Honest limitations:
- Sensitive / very dry skin. Alcohol-based splashes can sting and dehydrate. The Pasha's Pride toner is the alcohol-free alternative for sensitive types.
- Fragrance-sensitive skin. Pasha's Pride carries a real fragrance load. Our unscented Bare Naked line (splash included) is the alternative.
- Strict ingredient minimalists. Each post-shave product has its own preservative system; if you want the shortest possible ingredient deck, balms are the simplest.
Cost per use
A bottle lasts roughly 60 applications at typical use:
- $21.99 / ~60 uses ≈ $0.37 per use
Frequently asked questions
When should I use Pasha's Pride splash vs the toner?
Use the splash if your skin tolerates alcohol post-shave — the bracing antiseptic close + the small astringent benefit. Use the Pasha's Pride toner if your skin is sensitive (eczema, rosacea, very dry types), or in summer when alcohol-based products feel too drying. Many shavers keep both for different days.
Will Pasha's Pride splash sting?
Yes briefly — that's the alcohol evaporating. The sting fades within 30 seconds and leaves the fragrance behind. If sting is the problem, switch to the alcohol-free toner.
Can I use Pasha's Pride splash AND balm?
Yes — many shavers layer splash (for the antiseptic close) followed by balm (for all-day conditioning). The splash evaporates first; then the balm seals in moisture.
Does Pasha's Pride splash carry the same scent as the soap?
Yes — same fragrance compound. The splash is the second step in the Pasha's Pride routine where the scent continues from the lather phase. Wear time on skin is typically 2-4 hours.
Where is Pasha's Pride splash made?
In our New Jersey workshop. Small batches. The fragrance compound is mixed by an American perfumer.