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HOW TO ACHIEVE A PERFECT RASH FREE SHAVE AT HOME

April 2, 2022

For many men, shaving often leads to rashes, razor burn and discomfort, so much so that they avoid shaving all together. Achieving a comfortable shave at home doesn’t need to be difficult, it’s just about following the right process. With the right steps every man can achieve a perfect, rash free shave at home, let’s take a look at how.

Man Performing Shave At Home

Prepare Your Face Accordingly:

For those men who are prone to razor rash, preparing your skin before shaving is more important than the actual act of shaving itself. Preparing both face and beard for the razor is vital and lays the foundation for the entire process. 
  • To soften the the beard and relax the skin, start with a hot towel on the face or take a hot shower.
  • Use a quality pre-shave cream to further soften the stubble and improve the skin's elasticity. If you're looking for the best on the market, choose Proraso pre and after shave cream sensitive. It’s lightly fragranced for even the most sensitive skin. Includes oatmeal and green tea extracts to moisturise, soften and protect. 
  • Now for a shaving soap that will act as a lubricant between your skin and the blade. Use a damp shaving brush to lather and apply to the face. Using a shaving brush to apply will lift the hairs and help the soap to penetrate into the follicle. Remember to choose a soap according to your skin type!


Technique:

Whichever razor type you choose as your weaponry, be sure to use a sharp blade and never, ever a dull blade. A single blade has the least contact area with the skin and is recommended. To minimise friction, shave with the direction of your hair growth.


After Shave Care:

To ensure the perfect finishing touch, use a gentle after shave balm to prevent against razor burn after shaving. Avoid strong colognes and alcohol based after shaves. Instead look for natural antiseptics like eucalyptus oil and natural anti-inflammatories like aloe vera. For further advise or to purchase the very finest shaving tools and products, come in and see the team at Barber Industries Cessnock Village, we’re ready to help seven days a week. 

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