How to Avoid Razor Burn
Razor burn is very painful, but you can follow these simple steps to get a smooth shave without the irritating bumps and burn.
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You Will Need
- Warm water
- A washcloth
- Baby oil
- Shaving cream
- A razor with multiple blades
- A towel
- Aftershave cream or lotion or aloe vera gel
- A shaving cream warmer (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Splash skin
Splash warm water on the areas that you will be shaving.
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Shaving while showering opens pores and hair follicles, lessening the chance of razor burn.
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Step 2
Soak washcloth
Soak the washcloth in warm water, wring out any excess, and then add a few drops of baby oil to the center of the cloth.
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Step 3
Condition skin
Condition your skin by wiping it with the prepared washcloth.
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Step 4
Apply shaving cream
Apply shaving cream to your skin.
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Warm shaving cream can help reduce razor burn.
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Step 5
Shave
Shave with a fresh razor blade to reduce abrasions and nicks. Use short strokes with minimal pressure, shave in the direction of hair growth, and rinse the blade between each stroke.
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Try not to go over the area over and over.
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Step 6
Rinse
Rinse oil and cream from your skin using cold water and then pat dry.
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Step 7
Soothe skin
Soothe your shaved skin with aftershave cream or lotion, or aloe vera gel.
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Did you know? Archeologists have found solid gold and copper razors in Egyptian tombs from the fourth millennium B.C.E.
