aftershave

noun

af·​ter·​shave ˈaf-tər-ˌshāv 

: a usually scented lotion for use on the face after shaving

Examples of aftershave in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Perfumer Michael Nordstrand lauds Hermès H24 as a unique spin on a fougère, a classically masculine fragrance profile that often gets compared to the smell of aftershave in a barbershop. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 Aug. 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 June 2026

What was once largely limited to shaving creams and basic aftershave now includes moisturizers, serums, cleansers and multi-step streamlined routines designed specifically for men. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 23 Mar. 2026

His reddish cheeks had the scent of aftershave. — Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

after- + shave entry 2

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for aftershave

• architrave
• autoclave
• microwave
• misbehave
• agave
• behave
• concave
• conclave
• enclave
• engrave
• enslave
• forgave

Kids Definition

aftershave

noun

af·​ter·​shave ˈaf-tər-ˌshāv 

: a lotion for use on the face after shaving