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.
Instructions
- Step 1: Splash skin Splash warm water on the areas that you will be shaving.
- TIP: Shaving while showering opens pores and hair follicles, lessening the chance of razor burn.
- 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.
- Step 3: Condition skin Condition your skin by wiping it with the prepared washcloth.
- Step 4: Apply shaving cream Apply shaving cream to your skin.
- TIP: Warm shaving cream can help reduce razor burn.
- 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.
- TIP: Try not to go over the area over and over.
- Step 6: Rinse Rinse oil and cream from your skin using cold water and then pat dry.
- Step 7: Soothe skin Soothe your shaved skin with aftershave cream or lotion, or aloe vera gel.
- FACT: Did you know? Archeologists have found solid gold and copper razors in Egyptian tombs from the fourth millennium B.C.E.
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)