As women, we enjoy flaunting short sleeves,
flirty skirts, bikinis and much more.
But donning these clothes comes with the price of
getting rid of or unwanted body hair.
There’s a good chance that you’ve been practicing
shaving for years now but have you ever wondered what
is truly the right way to shave?
in this video I’m going to tell you how to get a
smooth, clean shave every single time.
Before you take on the task of shaving, dampen your
your skin under a warm shower.
The steam from the warm water helps soften skin and hair
and which is why it is easier to shave them
as well as open up clogged pores.
The next step is exfoliating your skin with a mild scrub.
Exfoliating will get rid of all the dead skin build up
and unclog your hair follicles,
creating a clean and even canvas for a smooth shave.
Scrubbing your skin will also eliminate the possibility
of ingrown hair.
You can opt for a gentle scrub of your choice or
even exfoliate with a loofah which is just as effective.
You’ll need a good quality shaving gel, oil
or foam to begin with.
Conditioning your skin before you shave is crucial as
can be harsh on the skin and can easily
cause nicks or cuts.
Using a shaving gel prevents moisture loss and enables
the razor to glide over your skin saving you from
itchy bumps and ugly rashes.
If you don’t have shaving gel, a nifty tip is to use
conditioner or a rich lotion as a substitute.
When choosing a razor, you can opt for a disposable
or a reusable one which can last you for about
5 shaves. Make sure to use a sharp and clean
multi blade razor as it removes all the hair
hair in the first few strokes itself.
But remember to ditch the blade when it starts to feel
dull or starts pulling on your skin to avoid
any skin irritation or cuts.
Most women simply hop into the shower and get groovy
with a razor but to get a smooth and clean shave
you need to move in the right direction.
For your legs and arms, it's safer to go against the
direction of hair growth to get a closer and cleaner shave.
Start from the ankles or wrists and work your way
upwards. Bonier areas such as knees, ankles or elbows
can be a little tricky.
The easy way to shave these difficult spots is to bend
them, pull the skin taut and glide your razor over them.
For the underarms, shave upwards and then
downwards.
But if you have sensitive underarm skin, it’s better
to go along the direction of the hair to avoid
to avoid skin irritation or red bumps.
Now, rinse the area with warm water again to get rid
of any excess product and hair and then switch to
cold water to close open pores and
protect your skin from infection.
Give your skin a 30 minute breather before you apply
moisturiser, to avoid inflammation.
Opt for creams which are alcohol free and
and don’t have synthetic fragrances to avoid
irritation and redness.
Another amazing aftershave remedy is aloe vera
as its loaded with nutrients and vitamins which help
soothe and heal the area and is also cooling
cooling for sensitive skin. Diluted tea tree oil
or rose water can also be used to soothe the skin.
After a fresh shave, avoid wearing tight clothes that
don’t allow your skin to breathe. Loose fabrics
like cotton or linen allow airflow and
and don’t chafe the skin.
After every session, rinse and air dry
your razor before storing it in a clean and dry place.
Moist environment can rust the blade, increasing
the risk of infection and making the blade blunt.
Now that you’re well-versed with the right method of
shaving, you can keep your skin in top shape for
just about any occasion.
Until next time, stay tuned and stay Glamrs.