Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Cooling, yet spicy and decidedly masculine. This is what you use when you want that brisk, mentholated feeling on your face after a shave. Still a big seller, and still smells amazing, but unfortunately like most aftershaves it doesn't last. You'll be able to detect it on your hands for about an hour, but that's about it. Edit: I've been using this stuff for a while, and it lasts a little bit longer than I thought it did. It's very light, but it lasts a good 2 hours, it's okay and better than most aftershaves that you can find at drugstores. I own a 50ml of the vintage as well, and that one lasts substantially longer, closer to about 4 hours with a little bit better projection and it's just nicer all around, less synthetic smelling, but the same overall scent profile. PAA's Sacre Bleu, though, that's the one you really want if you want one that lasts. If you're in love with the Aqua Velva scent, but you're wanting something that lasts all day and projects and you're willing to invest in something like that, then get the aftershave AND the EDP, which together last a full work day for me easily with 4 sprays, and 6 sprays will give you a little extra oomph.

This is a classic aftershave used by men since 1917, so basically over a hundred years. Unfortunately it is now only sold in plastic bottles rather than in glass as it used to be (and in my opinion everything smells better in glass than in plastic). Luckily I still own the original glass bottle of Aqua Velva that my dad used to use (he gave it to me); when it runs out I will keep the glass bottle and just refill it with modern Aqua Velva. This is a really refreshing and cooling aftershave due to the intense menthol and mint in it. It really cools the face, while also providing a slight burn if used after shaving. As for the scent, I detect mainly mint, lavender, oakmoss, and leather - these notes are very noticeable. It's an odd combination but somehow works really well. Sillage from it is actually pretty good (although it's an aftershave) while longevity is weak as it's an aftershave. Still, it's the best "minty" aftershave out there in my opinion and will forever be a staple for me. 5/5

This is the original Aqua Velva fragrance, and it's a classic for a reason. This is a fresh, bracing, slightly sweet and mossy barbershop aftershave, which is amazingly long-lasting (especially for an "aquatic"). My Dad used it on occasion (although he was more of an Old Spice guy), and I borrowed it for my own use. It works as a unisex, especially in warmer weather. Applied lightly, this is suitable for office wear. When I was a teen, there was an amusing TV commercial with a tough American football player (I think it was Dick Butkus)who mocked a teammate's locker which contained designer men's cologne. "Must be the quarterback's locker!", he declared, then said "Real guys who get mud on their uniforms use Ice Blue Aqua Velva!". Then he walked off, flanked by two shapely cheerleaders, to the tune of the jingle "There's something about an Aqua Velva Man!".

Epic Journey Into the Bottled Yonder, 066 ------------------------------------------------------- Purchased August 2017 For a while this reminded me of Halston 1-12, but perhaps 1-12 copied around half of the Aqua Velva scent because it obviously pre-dates it. Almost the same thing except it has a dirty, raw edge that gives it the name Aqua Velva. Honestly I don't wear it because I'd rather smell like something else after a nice wet shave. I no longer use soap and brush, just a foam (not a gel, those instantly clog up all types of razors), and switched to cold water many years ago.

This is a no-brainer pick for a drugstore aftershave. The menthol is stimulating, the fragrance itself transcends it’s 1930’s heritage and is completely appropriate for the modern man. In my opinion, this is not a unisex fragrance, rather it is the fragrance of masculine ambition, experience and confidence. Aqua Velva Ice Blue lasts for several hours on my skin and seems to project at about half an arms length with light to moderate sillage. All things considered this may very well be one of the best inexpensive fragrances on the American market today.

I buy a bottle of this about every other year, and I decant it into the original glass bottle that I have kept since I was teenager. The label is long gone. I crave this stuff, and often put it on in the evening, for some reason. Anyway, my 15 old son is shaving now, so tonight I handed him his first bottle of Aqua Velva after shave. I poured a little into the palm of his hand and he immediately rubbed it on his forehead. He looked at my expression, and said, “what?”. I shook my head, and said, “Whatever. Just don’t shave your forehead”. Kids!

If you want an affordable old school classic, then you can't go wrong with this!! It smells great and won't break the bank. It's an aftershave but if you put some on your clothing it will linger a bit longer and the scent won't offend anybody. I'd say it's intended for "older" men but try it for yourself and if you like it you like it!! I'm not a huge fan of menthol type scents but this one is an exception, it smells really good.

One of my fresh fragrances as a teen. Back then it was all to me as I was just a beginner. A fresh peppermint with a hint of lavendar and musk. I also sensed a bit of dirty but in a good way. That being said it could turn someone away from wearing this but don't. It's truly comfort in a bottle for me..

I couldn't begin to pick out the notes from this juice. It's one of the best aftershaves on the market. Alcohol, Menthol and Glycerin. That's the important stuff. Other than that, Fragrance. It smells like Aqua Velva Ice Blue. And it's awesome. (and goes very well with anything Sandalwood or Musk)

In Europe this product is manufactured by UNILEVER ESPAÑA, S.A., and the bottles (200 ml and 400 ml) continue to be made of glass. The European "option" is somewhat lighter. Excellent after-shave lotion, very discreet, which can be used with any other perfume of choice without interfering with it.

This was the aftershave and scent of my grandfather. I miss the glass bottles, but the electric blue liquid inside seems to have changed little since I was young. Ever since I started shaving, I've had a bottle of this in my cabinet. That will never change. The perfect, crisp, "man's" scent.

Love it, my favorite aftershave. Cheap but smells great and makes your skin feel good. People hate it because it has been around forever, but it is a classic in my book. Just wish the scent lasted longer.

Nice fresh classic barbershop mainly lavender-menthol-sandalwood aftershave for more mature men which can shave. Those who are lazy to shave can use Acqua di Gio or other females' fragrances.

Exactly what an aftershave should smell like! A very nice balanced classic aftershave, and that's about it! Beats modern Old Spice any day.

If you love the smell of this PAA makes an EDP version called Sacre blue that smells pretty much identical but has way way better longevity

There’s something about an Aqua Velva man! Notes are stability, tradition, stature and truthfulness. Only Renaissance men need apply.

I love this, to my surprise the scent lingers almost all day. Its nice and Masculine.. I just love it 👊👊

I love this stuff. I use it all the time. sometimes for weeks on end.

I love the smell of aqua velva. It smells so clean and fresh.

The Gent is back with a classic aftershave review! Today I will be reviewing the BLUE collar legend Aqua Velva Ice Blue. When I first opened the bottle I really enjoyed the scent. It smells like an American. Think Pete Rose slapping this on before a game. The Scent is 100 percent mint. After putting this on I could not really smell the scent due to the ice cold feeling this after shave gives you after applying. In fact, I was rather dissapointed that I was unable to enjoy the scent like you smell from the bottle. However, I did enjoy that ICE COOL felling this gives you after a nice shave. As for the bottle, another reviewer mentioned that you will waste 20 percent of the product from the cap on the top of the bottle. I am sad to say that this is still the case and you will lose some of the product when applying. However, the cost of this is so cheap $3 so I really did not mind. In the end this is a gentlemens classic that should be tried if you are into classic scents. Would I buy this again? Yea probably but it is not one that I love like Clubman or Old Spice. The Gents Score: 7.5/10 (A BLUE collar icon) The Gents Aftershave Rankings: 1:Original Clubman 2:Vi-Jon Spice Scent 3:Old Spice 4:Clubman Bay Rum 5:Ogallala Bay Rum 6:Clubman Special Reserve 7:Clubman Vanilla 8:Clubman Musk 9: Aqua Velva Ice Blue 10:Clubman Lime Sec 11:Clubman Lilac Vegetal