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Basically, shaving is relatively easy and fast. Just move the razor across the face until the fine hair on the face disappears.
A well-groomed face gives the impression that you are a responsible person - the reason why you shouldn't miss a shave, especially at important moments, like a job interview or attending a wedding.
Learn how to shave safely and effectively to avoid uneven results, as well as from injuring you.
Step 1: Preparation
Many people tend to skip this step and choose to shave right away. In fact, shaving when the skin is dry can cause redness, rash, or ingrown hairs.
Preparation for shaving includes rinsing your face with warm water to remove dirt, open pores, and soften fine hair.
Shave after showering or facial scrub, or apply pre-shave oil before you start shaving. For those of you who have thick beards or sensitive skin, pre-shave oil helps you to loosen the hair strands and moisturize your skin so that the razor drag runs smoothly.
Always use quality shaving cream. Choose a glycerin-based shaving cream product and don't use any shaving product that contains menthol, which can clog pores and harden the hair shaft.
When applying shaving cream, let it sit for 2-3 minutes to soften hair. Also, instead of using your hands to apply the cream, use a kabuki brush with natural bristles. The kabuki brush works to push the cream between the hairs to allow them to absorb more quickly, making your shave easier.
Step 2: Shave
The key to a clean, smooth shave is the quality of your razor.
Quoted from webMD.com, it doesn't matter whether your razor has one or two pairs of blades. The two work equally well, but what matters most is the sharpness of the knife.
Start shaving from the earlobes, then work your way down to the cheeks, mouth and chin.
Using your free hand, hold and stretch the area of the face to be shaved. Start shaving in short shaving strokes in the direction of the hair growth path. Rinse the razor and repeat shaving cream each time you repeat shaving.
If you want a really smooth shave, apply the shaving cream again and this time, slowly move the razor in the opposite direction of the hair growth path. But understand the risks: You'll be more susceptible to cuts, infections, or new ingrown hairs
Do not press too hard on the razor while shaving. Tip: if you feel that the razor is dragging the skin too hard, this is a sign that you have to replace a new razor.
Step 3: Protection
After shaving, always rinse your face with clean water to close open pores again. In addition, cold water acts like a compress that helps reduce inflammation.
Then, apply a special shaving moisturizer (post-shave balm). However, choose products that do not contain alcohol. Alcohol will actually dry out your skin. A good shaving moisturizer is supposed to promote a faster healing process and moisturize your skin.
