Shaving – 4 Tips to the Best Shave
When it comes to hair removal, shaving is one of the most popular and quickest forms of removing hair. Although shaving can be quick and convenient, for some it can leave irritation, ingrown hairs and razor burn. Knowing a few important tips before shaving can help you get smoother, less irritating results.
1. Use a shaving cream or shave gel when shaving. A shaving gel is formulated with ingredients to help prevent razor burn as well as sooth the skin while shaving.
2. Many men use an after shave to help soothe the skin after shaving which is a great way to help prevent irritation and ingrown hairs. There are also solutions for ingrown hair and razor burn that specifically work to heal irritated skin and prevent scaring.
What most women don’t know is there are creams available for them as well to use after shaving to also help prevent irritation and razor burn. An after shave lotion is a great thing to have on hand, especially for those prone to ingrown hairs or with sensitive skin.
3. Never use a dull razor! This is probably one of the most important tips when shaving. A dull blade will only cause more irritation to your skin so be sure to toss your blade after every few shaves.
4. In order to get a super close and incredibly smooth shave it is important to exfoliate the skin first. For men, using an exfoliating face scrub is the best choice. As for women, exfoliating products are endless, an exfoliating body scrub, exfoliating mitts or a cloth does a great job. Exfoliate the skin gently before shaving to help rid of dead skin and prepare the skin for a much closer shave.
