thePULSEHalloween season or not ~ if your morning shave leaves your bathroom looking like a scene from the movie Psycho, chances are you need some guidance. Common shaving missteps can lead to some ghastly results ~ including nicks, cuts, ingrown hairs, razor burn and missed patches of hair.
Save face with foolproof tips and barber tested and approved products from Grooming Lounge, the country’s premiere destination for upscale men’s grooming product, services and advice. These guidelines guarantee a horror-free shave for even the most sensitive skin and unruly stubble.
Shaving Tips and Tricks
Perhaps the single most important step for a smooth shave is proper prepping. The best shaves start before the actual shave. Use hot water from the shower to moisten the cheeks and neck.- If shaving in the shower, make sure to use a fog-free shower mirror. Guessing is not a good strategy
- Use a facial cleanser and/or scrub to remove dead skin and uproot ingrown hairs to ensure a smooth, healthy shave
- Make sure to use shave oil to lift up whiskers. This will prevent the razor getting stuck along the way, resulting in cuts and ingrown hairs
- Fresh blades make for great shaves. Change out your cartridge every two to three shaves for the closest and most comfortable shave possible
- Always shave with the direction of the growth of your beard. It might not get quite as close, but the difference in comfort will more than make up for it
- You don’t need a huge amount of lather for a great shave. In fact, a thin layer of a lubricating lotion will get you much closer
- After the shave, splash on cold water to close up pores and stop any bleeding. Then, seal nicks with a styptic pencil and slather on the aftershave
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