Shaving Tips For Men

Remember when you were a little boy and couldn’t wait to grow up and start shaving? That was before you discovered the joys of razor burn. Fortunately, getting a great, close shaving doesn’t have to leave your face feeling as if you just scrubbed it with sandpaper. The following shaving tips for men will help you not only get the shaving you, um, crave, but also leave your skin looking and feeling its best.

The wetter, the better

This is on of the most understated shaving tips for men. Wet your beard thoroughly. The wetter, the better. Why? Well-soaked hair is much weaker and that makes it much easier to cut. So no more splashing a little water on your face in the morning and going for it. Showering first is ideal because it allows time for the hair to become drenched. After showering, gently pat your beard to remove excess water, but don’t rub it dry. And never, ever put any sort of shaving product on a dry face. That’s just asking for trouble.

Top cream

Another priceless shaving tip. Use only the best shaving cream. Now your dad may have used that cool, foamy stuff in a can that he bought at the corner drugstore, but actually, the best shaving cream doesn’t have a lot of foam. Instead, you want a rich, creamy lather from a shaving cream that’s loaded with moisturizers and lubricants. And it’s a good idea to put the shaving cream on your face for one-two minutes before beginning to shave. This allows the cream to lubricate your skin, which makes it easier for the razor to glide smoothly.

Top razor

Invest in a high-quality razor. It may seam that these shaving tips will empty your pocket. Well, your skin is worth it. Always, always use the best razor possible. And change the blades often. Because when you shave you’re not only removing hair—you’re also removing about two layers of skin. Shaving with a dull blade is more likely to make your skin feel scratched and look blotchy. Some quality razors you may want to look into are the Gillette Mach series. Unless it’s an emergency, don’t use disposable razors - and never use a disposable razor more than once. Ever. Okay?

Please, be gentle

Shave properly. Ever heard the old expression, going against the grain? You know how it basically means to rub the wrong way? And how that’s a bad thing to do? Well, it’s true when it comes to shaving. Shaving against the direction the hair grows is a great way to draw blood. You also run the risk of causing an ingrown hair, which is what causes those unsightly razor bumps. So always shave in the direction of your whiskers growth. Use steady, firm, but gentle strokes. Rinse the razor blade with hot water before starting to shave and after every three-four strokes. If you want to go over an area twice, be sure to moisturize it again first. Don’t just swipe it again. When you’re finished shaving, rinse your face thoroughly and pat - DO NOT RUB - your face dry.

Moisturize

Apply aftershave moisturizer. Um hum. You definitely want to use an extra high-quality moisturizer after shaving. You just shaved off two layers of skin, remember? So you want to soothe that skin and make sure it’s fully moisturized. Many products contain a combination of an aftershave balm and moisturizer. These products are great because they accomplish two things at once without having to use two different products. And you also want to make sure your aftershave moisturizer is for men. Women’s products tend to be too greasy and they also aren’t as quickly absorbed. Your best choice in aftershave moisturizers will not only add moisture, but will also provide ingredients that cool and refresh just-shaved-skin.

Follow these few simple shaving tips for men - and believe me, your skin will thank you!

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