Most men shave on a daily basis so getting it right is vital to achieving the look you want. Some men prefer the results of wet shaving, while others like the convenience of electric shavers, both of which have very different results.
Shaving not only removes unwanted facial hair and stubble, but it also encourages exfoliation by removing dead skin cells to keep the skin looking and feeling healthy. Whichever method of shaving you choose there will always be some problems you encounter with shaving like razor rashes, burns and dry skin, so follow these top shaving tips for a better shave.
- Avoid shaving first thing in the morning to allow your skin to wake up, allowing the fluids collected in your skin during the night to disperse to give a closer shave
- For a close shave you should exfoliate using a facial cleanser or scrub to remove dead skin cells and open up the pores
- Wet stubble with warm or hot water before shaving, as this swells the hair shaft so you cut the hair and not the skin
- Apply shaving foam to stubble to ensure a close shave and protect the skin against razor rashes and burns
- Always use a sharp blade, as a dull blade will drag over your face catching your skin
- When shaving, rinse the blade often in hot water and use short slow strokes
- Avoid shaving against the grain, as this will cause redness, rashes and ingrown hairs, shave with the grain (in the direction the hair grows)
- After shaving, apply a moisturiser to protect the face but dont use one with alcohol or menthol because they have a stinging sensation and irritate the skin
Wet shaving
If you want a clean and smooth finish then a wet shave is your best option; it provides you with a close shave that cannot be achieved with an electric shaver. It also allows you to have a more precise shave if you like shape to your facial hair. However, you need to look after your skin more with wet shaving, as there is potential to irritate the skin. Ensure you exfoliate, use shaving foam and moisturise after to prevent rashes and burns.
Electric shavers
A more convenient and practical choice of shaving, a lot of men like to use electric razors as a quick fix to avoid taking the time to wet shave. Many men also prefer the results of an electric shaver; especially those who like to have some facial hair, as it doesnt give as close a shave as wet shaving does.
Shaving not only removes unwanted facial hair and stubble, but it also encourages exfoliation by removing dead skin cells to keep the skin looking and feeling healthy. Whichever method of shaving you choose there will always be some problems you encounter with shaving like razor rashes, burns and dry skin, so follow these top shaving tips for a better shave.
- Avoid shaving first thing in the morning to allow your skin to wake up, allowing the fluids collected in your skin during the night to disperse to give a closer shave
- For a close shave you should exfoliate using a facial cleanser or scrub to remove dead skin cells and open up the pores
- Wet stubble with warm or hot water before shaving, as this swells the hair shaft so you cut the hair and not the skin
- Apply shaving foam to stubble to ensure a close shave and protect the skin against razor rashes and burns
- Always use a sharp blade, as a dull blade will drag over your face catching your skin
- When shaving, rinse the blade often in hot water and use short slow strokes
- Avoid shaving against the grain, as this will cause redness, rashes and ingrown hairs, shave with the grain (in the direction the hair grows)
- After shaving, apply a moisturiser to protect the face but dont use one with alcohol or menthol because they have a stinging sensation and irritate the skin
Wet shaving
If you want a clean and smooth finish then a wet shave is your best option; it provides you with a close shave that cannot be achieved with an electric shaver. It also allows you to have a more precise shave if you like shape to your facial hair. However, you need to look after your skin more with wet shaving, as there is potential to irritate the skin. Ensure you exfoliate, use shaving foam and moisturise after to prevent rashes and burns.
Electric shavers
A more convenient and practical choice of shaving, a lot of men like to use electric razors as a quick fix to avoid taking the time to wet shave. Many men also prefer the results of an electric shaver; especially those who like to have some facial hair, as it doesnt give as close a shave as wet shaving does.
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