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Say Goodbye to Stubble and Hello to a Perfect Shave
Introduction
It's clear that a quick shave with an electric shaver followed by a splash of aftershave is not going help you look your best for work or leisure or indeed help you to stay looking young for long. To help I've put together a procedure that busy men can follow to get a perfect shave everyday. The great thing about this shaving procedure is, its quick and gives great results every time.
Step 1 - Make sure your face is clean before you start to shave.
Firstly, before shaving, your face should be clean so, this means cleansing. Most men prefer to use soap to wash their face. The skincare company's have responded to this need with facial soap bars that won't dry out your skin but will clean those pores which will help to prevent infection if you cut yourself while shaving. If you don't have a separate facial soap then its best to wash your face with a little shaving soap and then rinse this off before you start your shave. Using a gentle exfoliating cream once a week is also a good way to remove dead skin cells and prepare the skin for shaving.
Ideally after cleaning, a face towel should be dampened in warm water, rung out and the applied to your face for 30 seconds before shaving, this will help soften and loosen the hair and skin. In the real World you won't have time for this. You can save time by showering before you shave because the warm water, heat and steam will help relax your face before you start to shave.
Step 2 - Preparing your badger shaving brush for action.
Before you get into the shower, fill a shaving bowl with hot water and leave your badger shaving brush in the bowl. While you are showing, the badger hair in the brush will soften and absorb the hot water and this will help you get a better lather later.
When you get out of the shower empty the shaving bowl and use a good quality shaving soap to work up a good lather. Add a few drops of hot water from the tap to raise the temperature and loosen the lather if necessary. Use the brush to apply this rich lather to your face. Use the brush to raise the hairs and relax the skin before shaving.
Step 3 - Using you shaving razor.
Make sure that you've got a nice sharp razor blade. Men who switch from using quick mass-market shaving foams to using a quality shaving soap and a badger shaving brush often report that they notice that their razor blades stay sharp for longer. When you think about it this makes sense, because the beard is being made softer before shaving so the razor has less work to do.
Always shave in the direction of the beard to prevent soreness of the skin. Use short strokes and don't apply too much pressure. After each stroke rinse the razor under the hot water tap to keep it fresh and clean.
When choosing a razor, throw out your cheap disposable razors and invest in a weighted razor that is compatible with the razor blades available in Chemists and Supermarkets. This again will provide a smoother shave and the razor itself will last for years. Edwin Jagger of Sheffield England has become the benchmark for quality craftsmanship in shaving razors and accessories, and their Diffusion range of razors Diffusion offer great value.
Step 4 - Shaving mirrors
You need a good mirror when shaving so that you can see what you're doing. If you are ever lucky enough to be able to design a new bathroom, I highly recommend that you invest in a heater pad for your mirror. Your electrician will be able to stick the heater pad behind the mirror and then wire it so that when the light is on the mirror is warmed just enough that it won't steam up.
Step 5 - Wash you face when you finish shaving.
Once you have finished shaving rinse you face first with plenty of warm water. This will remove any remaining soap and make sure your face is clean. Then rinse it again with cold water to close your pores - never rinse the soap off with cold water, as it will cause the pores to close quickly, trapping particles of soap.
Step 6 - Keeping you shaving kit in pristine condition.
Don't forget to rinse your shaving brush, razor and shaving bowl. I recommend that you dry any metal parts on a towel to keep your shaving set in pristine condition. The shaving brush should be left out to dry naturally and preferably you'll place it in a shaving stand with the bristles pointing downwards, so that water runs away from the handle. Don't be tempted to skip this step - you need to keep your razor and brush clean to avoid a build up of bacteria that could then cause a skin infection.
Step 7 - Don't forget to use a moisturising lotion
Leave it a little while until you're getting dressed and then apply a good quality moisturising lotion or cream depending upon your skin type. Do not apply aftershave to your face as the alcohol content will dry your skin and may even burn. You may need to try a few different moisturisers until you find the one that is perfect for your skin.
Step 8 - Staying organised when away from home for work or pleasure.
When travelling away from home overnight, I highly recommend that you obtain a hanging washbag (sometime known as a hanging toiletries bag). You can pack all your shaving kit into one of these bags and then hang it on the back of your hotel rooms bathroom door, to keep everything together and well organised. This will save you a lot of time when you need to pack everything up to checkout of your hotel in the morning.
About the Author
Linda runs iAdoreYour Gifts & Jewellery - and sells shaving accessories and razors including
Edwin Jagger
, D R Harris and Uchi washbags. See their range for great prices, and register for their newsletter to receive special offers and other helpful inform
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Naturopathica Soothing Shave Cream $25.7 Get delightfully smooth skin with Naturopathica Soothing Shave Cream. This ultra soothing and moisturizing cream will give you a close shave and leave your skin feeling more moisturized and better than ever.... |
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Whish Almond Shave Crave Shave Cream Pump $23.8 Pump up the moisture with this silky, delicious indulgence for your entire body. Whish Almond Shave Crave Shave Cream Pump makes shaving even easier and more enjoyable. You can measure out the exact amount you need without any waste.... |
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Edge Energy Shave Gel $3.49 With more aloe and more moisturizers, this shave gel will make you look and feel your best and its crisp woodsy scent will stimulate your senses and add some excitement to your shaving routine. Bold fragrance Contains no CFCs or other substances which deplete the ozone layer. Personal Care , Shaving & Grooming , Shave Creams & Gels , Shave Gels, Powders & Moisturizers |
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Men's Shave (2 oz.) $23 Do more than just shave, protect and rejuvenate your skin with nourishing and moisturizing ingredients. Gram Skincare Men’s Shave mix wheat germ, grapeseed oil and aloe to create a close and comfortable shave, each and every time. Salicylic acid gently non-abrasively exfoliates the skin, surfacing new healthy skin cells. This formula is even ideal for daily shaving, making it great for very sensitive skin. |
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Men's Shave (3.75 oz.) $32 Do more than just shave, protect and rejuvenate your skin with nourishing and moisturizing ingredients. Gram Skincare Men’s Shave mix wheat germ, grapeseed oil and aloe to create a close and comfortable shave, each and every time. Salicylic acid gently non-abrasively exfoliates the skin, surfacing new healthy skin cells. This formula is even ideal for daily shaving, making it great for very sensitive skin. |
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Vitaman Shave Oil 50ml/1.7oz $39.5 A 100% natural shave oil for men Formulated with special plant & herbal extracts to soften beard hair Warms skin & lifts hair follicles Minimizes friction & skin irritation to allow for a more comfortable shave Infused with a spicy woody aroma Great for those with tough stubble ingrown hairs or shaving rash Leaves skin supple & refreshed To use: Apply a moderate amount to cleansed areas of face & neck to be shaved. For normal beard growth use product alone. For heavy beard growth or sensitive skin use with Shave Crème or Shave Gel |
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Dermalogica Post-Shave Balm $26 Refresh. Recharge. Fight ingrown hairs! So much more than an after shave. Dermalogica Post-Shave Balm help reduce discomfort and redness brought on by shaving with this super cooling treatment balm. Shortens post-shave recovery time without leaving skin feeling heavy or shiny. A unique ingredient complex controls oily shine and helps prevent ingrown hairs and bumps. Contains no artificial fragrance or color. Clears accumulated dead skin cells to help prevent and correct ingrown hairs. Restores lost hydration to help accelerate post-shave recovery. Control oily shine for an all-day matte finish with a sebum-regulating complex. Licorice Root, Saw Palmetto and Horse Chestnut help reduce skin aggravation and post-shave discomfort. Suitable for those who shave with electric razors, and for head shavers. Directions: Apply Dermalogica Post-Shave Balm directly to freshly-shaven areas. Net Weight: 1.7 oz. |
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Shave Cream ( Aloe Vera Shave Cream ) $16.99 Men's 100ml/3.4oz . Softens beard for close & comfortable shave Allows razor to glide not drag along skin Keeps more moisture to beard to make skin feeling good Contains emollient & a healing agent to minimize razor nicks or cuts Helps calm skin during & after shaving |
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Whish Almond Shave Crave Shave Cream (Pump) $20 For Dry Skin Can your skin ever be soft enough? Whish Almond Shave Crave Shave Cream answers that question with a deeply moisturizing formula that smoothes and brightens dry skin. This thick whip of a cream blends deliciously soothing almond oil with gentle glycerin soap for an especially moisturizing shave that dry or irritated skin can’t help but fall in love over. Talk about your happy ending. Almond Shave Crave is hypoallergenic, not tested on animals, and made in the U.S.A. BENEFITS Moisturizing Almond oil – provides an especially moisturizing shave that dry or irritated skin can't help bu fall in low over. Directions: Run Whish Body Brush under warm water, dip it lightly into Whish Shave Crave Shave Cream and lather up directly onto your skin in an upward motion. If you need more lather, just run your brush under warm water and lather it up again, you don't need more cream. Whish Body Brush helps generate a rich lather, soften and raises the hair and exfoliates the skin in the most natural way. After use rinse with warm water, shake excess water and hang brush hair down to dry in an open space. Do not pull the hair or let your brush sit on your counter upright when wet. Net Weight: 5 oz. |
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Logistics For Men Pre-Shave Oil $26.99 Men's 60ml/2oz . A pre-shave oil for men Enriched with moisturizing essential oils of eucalyptus & peppermint Helps naturally lift beard or body hairs for easy cutting before growing inward Optimally shields skin while softening hairs Ensures a closer more comfortable shave Leaves skin calm & smooth |
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Whish Lemongrass Shave Crave Shave Cream (Pump) $17 For Oily Skin Need a stress free start to your day? Think lemongrass. With its clean calming scent, it will smooth and tone your skin while acting as a natural stress reliever.. By whipping lemongrass oil and gentle glycerin soap, we’ve created a gorgeously thick cream that not only makes shaving a delight, it can also be helpful in soothing muscle aches, easing stiff joints, and improving muscle tone. Try that with the canned stuff. Whish Lemongrass Shave Crave Shave Cream is hypoallergenic, not tested on animals, and made in the U.S.A. BENEFITS Toning Lemongrass Oil – helps sooth muscle aches, ease stiff joint, and improve muscle tone. Directions: Run Whish Body Brush under warm water, dip it lightly into Whish Shave Crave Shave Cream and lather up directly onto your skin in an upward motion. If you need more lather, just run your brush under warm water and lather it up again, you don't need more cream. Whish Body Brush helps generate a rich lather, soften and raises the hair and exfoliates the skin in the most natural way. After use rinse with warm water, shake excess water and hang brush hair down to dry in an open space. Do not pull the hair or let your brush sit on your counter upright when wet. Net Weight: 5 oz. |
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Shave Cream (8.4 fl oz.) $22.5 Shave Cream is a rich, calming formula, designed to soften tough facial hair and provide comfort the skin. It creates a slick barrier between your razor and your skin, thereby helping to eliminate razor drag, razor burn, nicks and other forms of shave-related irritation. Botanicals such as aloe vera, ginseng and seaweed extract nourish the skin while hydrating and softening coarse hair, resulting in a smoother, closer shave and a more comfortable complexion. |
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Shave Cream (3.4 fl oz.) $15 Shave Cream is a rich, calming formula, designed to soften tough facial hair and provide comfort the skin. It creates a slick barrier between your razor and your skin, thereby helping to eliminate razor drag, razor burn, nicks and other forms of shave-related irritation. Botanicals such as aloe vera, ginseng and seaweed extract nourish the skin while hydrating and softening coarse hair, resulting in a smoother, closer shave and a more comfortable complexion. |
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Whipped Cream Traditional Shave Lather $24.99 Men's 236ml/8oz . A hydrating foaming shave cream for men Helps supple & lift beard Gives a close comfortable shave & a superior razor glide Shields skin from razor burn razor bumps nicks & ingrown hairs Skin appears clean & sleek To use: Dampen face with warm water & apply over beard with fingertips or shaving brush. Foam up & shave as usual. Add more warm water when shaving to enhance lubrication. Rinse well with warm water |
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Azulene Moisturizing Shave Creme 4 Oz $5.95 Azulene Moisturizing Shave CremeAzulene Moisturizing Shave CremeUnlike aerosols, Earth Science Azulene Shave Creme is NOT an alkaline, soapy, air-filled foam that dries your skin. Azulene Shave Creme will super-lubricate any blade for a closer, more comfortable shave, without drying your skin. It's loaded with lubricants and conditioners like super-hydrating hyaluronic acid and rich silicones, to let your razor glide effortlessly without drag. Natural azulene (the blue extract of chamomile) soothes your face and prevents irritation.. |
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Jack Black Beard Lube Conditioning Shave $10.4 Is shaving your straggly beard leaving you dry, irritated, and uncomfortable? Jack Black Beard Lube Conditioning Shave uses hydrating oils to gently soften and refine beard hair for a closer, smoother, and more refined shave.... |
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Clarins Men Smooth Shave 150ml/5.25oz $17.5 An extra comfort shaving gel Helps ensure a close & smooth shave Remarkably adds extra glide & moisture Glides over skin more easily preventing tiny nicks Highly recommended for sensitive skin |
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Bald Guyz Clear Shave Gel $5.99 Our clear, low-foaming gel lets you see where to shave for a clean, close shave every time. We blend vitamins, herbal moisturizers, fruit extracts, antioxidants and skin soothers into our bump fighting gel to help lessen nicks, razor bumps and cuts. This gel lets your blade glide over the skin for a smooth close shave. In fact, you may even get more shaves from your blade than ever. Helps prevent irritation For head and face Made in USA Personal Care , Shaving & Grooming , Bald Head Care , Bald Head Care |
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Clinique Cream Shave - 4.2 oz. $13.5 Ultra-rich shaving cream softens hair so razor glides along skin, doesn't drag. Holds more moisture to beard, lifting hairs for a clean, comfortable shave. Soothes during and after shaving; helps minimize nicks and cuts. Use daily after cleansing skin. Dampen beard area. Dab a nickel-size amount into hands and work between palms. Massage over face against the direction hair grows, then shave in the direction hair grows. Rinse blade frequently under hot running tap water to avoid razor clogging. Rinse well and towel dry. Follow with your Post-Shave formula. |
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Zirh International Shave Cream (Aloe Vera Shave Cream) 100ml/3.4oz $13 Softens beard for close & comfortable shave Allows razor to glide not drag along skin Keeps more moisture to beard to make skin feeling good Contains emollient & a healing agent to minimize razor nicks or cuts Helps calm skin during & after shaving |
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Shave Cream ( Aloe Vera Shave Cream ) by Zirh International $16.99 Softens beard for close & comfortable shave Allows razor to glide not drag along skin Keeps more moisture to beard to make skin feeling good Contains emollient & a healing agent to minimize razor nicks or cuts Helps calm skin during & after shaving Scent: Original |
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Caswell-Massey Lime After Shave $32 Three varieties of lime have been combined to bring you a scent that is both robust and refreshing. A soothing Caswell-Massey Lime After Shave with a touch of citrus scent. Classic, fresh and cool with a leafy green color. The citrus notes are touched with more than a hint of herb. Net Weight: 3 oz. |
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Elemis Time For Men Skin Soothe Shave Gel $34 Achieve a closer, more comfortable shave using the Elemis Time for Men Skin Soothe Shave Gel. This soothing Aloebased gel softens the hair prior to shaving with microcapsules of Marine Extracts and Jojoba Oil, while cooling Menthol refreshes the skin.... |
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Elemis Time For Men - Skin Soothe Shave Gel $34 Achieve a closer, more comfortable shave using the Elemis Time for Men Skin Soothe Shave Gel. This soothing Aloebased gel softens the hair prior to shaving with microcapsules of Marine Extracts and Jojoba Oil, while cooling Menthol refreshes the skin.... |
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Lightning Bolt Electric Pre-Shave Solution $17.99 Men's 118ml/4oz . A pre-shave solution for men Features a razor non-blocking formula Helps nurture skin while minimizing irritation Lifts hairs for a sleeker more comfortable shave Optimizes electric razor glide To use: Apply a moderate amount over face & neck. Wait for a few seconds for penetrating before shaving |
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Anthony Logistics For Men Pre-Shave Oil 60ml/2oz $25.5 A pre-shave oil for men Enriched with moisturizing essential oils of eucalyptus & peppermint Helps naturally lift beard or body hairs for easy cutting before growing inward Optimally shields skin while softening hairs Ensures a closer more comfortable shave Leaves skin calm & smooth |
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Logistics For Men Pre-Shave Oil by Anthony $26.99 A pre-shave oil for men Enriched with moisturizing essential oils of eucalyptus & peppermint Helps naturally lift beard or body hairs for easy cutting before growing inward Optimally shields skin while softening hairs Ensures a closer more comfortable shave Leaves skin calm & smooth Scent: Original |
