Whether you're panic buying dad a gift this Father's Day or you want to find a scent that you love for yourself, we've collated our favourite aftershaves below. Best Aftershaves At a Glance: Winter is a chance to embrace richer and bolder scents compared to the light and fresh fragrances you'd traditionally associate with summer.

Unexpectedly, aftershave can actually expire. You can tell if the colour changes or if it smells slightly different, while some perfumes actually note an expiry date. Fast-forward to today and the world of men's fragrances is vast: there are aftershaves, eau de toilettes, perfumes and colognes, including endless combinations of smelling notes. As we mentioned earlier, aftershave is traditionally the post-shaving ointment that looks after your vulnerable post-shaven skin whilst making it smell lovely in the process.THERE'S nothing better than having a signature scent — so that if someone were to walk past a stranger and smell it, they'd immediately think of you. Aftershave originally referred to the scented ointment men would pat on after shaving to soothe their skin, but today, it basically refers to any male perfume. Around three sprays work best – you don't want to suffocate everyone you encounter, and you can always apply more to freshen up later. What's the difference between aftershave and eau de toilette? Don't worry, though. It usually lasts about 10 years, and when an aftershave's good, your bottle definitely won't last that long. How long does aftershave last?

If we're going to get technical, cologne or eau de toilette is specifically for smelling good, whereas when a product is labelled as aftershave, it is usually formulated to reduce any post-shave irritation. Does aftershave go off? There are so many options out there when it comes to aftershaves all with a unique and distinct fragrance, so shopping around is definitely a must.

Maison Francis Kurdjian Amyris Homme Extrait de Parfum

Think cedar, sandalwood and patchouli for woody/earthy notes, and frankincense, saffron and cinnamon for the spicy and more eastern-inspired notes. Described as a woody and aromatic scent, the base notes of wood, frankincense and warm tonka bean create an unmistakable smokiness, while floral notes like geranium absolute and the fresher scents of bergamot and ginger add lift and contrast.

Eau de Toilette is specifically made for a longer-lasting aroma, so you should shop according to what you're trying to achieve. What should I look for in a winter scent? Look out for spicy or woody base notes: these are the strongest part of the fragrance that helps it last and are very evocative of cosier months.After all, in the words of designer Tom Ford: 'Good manners and good cologne is what transforms the man into a gentleman.' That's why we've rounded up the best aftershave for men. The trophy bottle design represents all aspects of this fragrance; the champions, the sporty victorious ones, gods and gladiators of the arena.