Close your pores. The warm water of a shower or bath opens skin pores. After you shave, rinse thoroughly with warm water to remove all traces of foam. Then rinse with cold water to close the pores. You may want to apply a hydrating moisturizer immediately after drying off to prevent flakiness and drying.
If you use self-tanning lotion, this is the time to apply it. The process of wax hair removal leaves pores open. If you then apply self-tanning lotion, the product can enter the pores and give you a freckled look rather than a smooth tan. Ignore myths about thicker hair regrowth. Stories abound that shaving stimulates hair growth and makes it return thicker and faster than ever before.
New growth of about an inch per month is normal. Hair growth rate and volume is controlled from inside your body and has nothing to do with the external act of shaving. Protect skin from the sun. Use sunscreen at all times, not just when lounging at the pool or beach.
Replace razors regularly. Even if it still cuts well, a razor with impacted waste can introduce bacteria into open pores or cuts and cause an infection. Following these tips every time you shave can help you keep your skin in tip-top shape for summer or any weather.
It is important to choose one that's properly equipped for the job. Venus offers something for every need. Shave with a fresh blade; they provide a closer, smoother, more comfortable shave and can help prevent cuts and irritation. You should replace blades at the first sign of dullness or discomfort, and because hair growth can vary dramatically depending on the person, you are the best judge.
On average, women replace blades after about 10 shaves. Use a light touch , exerting as little pressure as possible, and shave in the direction that feels most comfortable. Re-lather before shaving the bikini and other sensitive areas.
Leave hard-to-shave spots for last. The backs of knees and thighs, and areas like ankles, where the bone is close to the skin surface, are often difficult to shave. However, all Venus razors feature an oval-shaped cartridge that maximises manoeuvrability in and around these hard to shave areas. Rinse skin thoroughly after shaving , and then pat skin dry. Don't rub skin harshly and don't dry off completely. The extra water on your body will be sealed in as you apply moisturiser, helping to eliminate dry, flaky skin, especially on freshly shaved legs so you can achieve a healthy glow.
But here's why it's important to soak your legs in the bathtub or shower for a few minutes before a razor hits your skin: It's easier to miss spots or get nicks when your legs aren't thoroughly wet. Softer hair and opened-up follicles from the steam make it easier to get a close, comfortable shave, so you're less likely to feel new stubble later that day. In addition to soaking your legs, you also want to use a loofah or body scrub to slough off dead skin before you shave.
But she notes it isn't going to give you as clean of a shave if don't you prep the area beforehand, especially if you're prone to razor bumps and irritation. How come? If you don't exfoliate, those dead skin cells can clog up the razor blade, which is what causes razor burn, says Bowe. Exfoliating first essentially creates a clean, even canvas for you to then remove hair. If you're traveling or really in a pinch, you can use hair conditioner, which makes the best alternate to shaving cream because of its emollient and conditioning properties.
Beginning at your ankle, slowly and carefully shave upward. An upward leg shave ensures you're shaving against the direction of hair growth, which provides a closer shave. While it's inadvisable on the bikini line due to potential razor burn , it's perfectly safe on your legs. There's no need to press hard—in fact, doing so can cause dimples or divots in your skin, which can lead to nicks or missed spots.
The one exception to the "shave against the grain" rule is if you're shaving with the new Schick Intuition F. After a few strokes your razor will be filled with both shaving cream and stubble.
Rinse it off with clean, warm water and continue shaving. If you notice hairs are stuck it happens , try holding it directly under the shower head or faucet to let the water pressure push them out. If they're still stuck, you can gently pat the blade on a towel or use toilet paper on a dry razor to finagle them out.
Never try to use your fingers to clean the blade. Once you've shaved all the hair on your legs, rinse off and run your hands over them to make sure you didn't miss any spots.
The backs of ankles and tops of knees are often easy to miss.
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