One of the most frustrating grooming tasks for both men and women is shaving. Men who shave daily may suffer from uneasiness and scars. Same is the case with woman. They may not shave as often as men but cover a greater surface area. However, all is not lost. There are many products and techniques available in the market to prevent shaving irritation, razor burns, bumps and ingrown hairs.
A number of products are available in the market for men who want a daily, irritation free shave. The list is long. Products like special face washes, aftershave lotions and special creams are there to keep you free from any shaving irritation or issues. However, before you choose a lotion, cream or gel make sure that it suits your skin.
It is better for men to consult a dermatologist before starting on a shaving product. A dermatologist will advise you best on a product that suits your skin and prevents shaving irritation. Apart from this there are many prescription products that may save you from shaving uneasiness. You can buy these products only at the prescription of your dermatologist. Your dermatologist can also help you in properly understanding your shaving problem and to use proper shaving techniques if any.
Though aftershaves are used by many men they can be quite harmful in the sense they use alcohol which dries up the skin and causes further irritation. So, you should look for aftershaves that contain natural ingredients like Aloe Vera and have a minimum alcohol content to prevent your skin from becoming dry and fragile. Also, you can go in for lotions instead of aftershaves.
Women too are no different. They also face shaving related problems. This can vary from razor burn, painful bumps to ingrown hairs depending on the woman. All these problems can be solved by the use of proper techniques and products. A specific case is razor burn. It occurs when the skin is shaved dry without using any lubricating stuff like soap, shaving cream, or shaving gel. Proper lubrication using gels or creams can save you from razor burn as well as nicks and cuts. Few women prefer soap for lubrication. However, it ends up drying your skin and may cause more irritation.
Bumps and ingrown hairs are mostly concentrated around the bikini area and are very irritating and embarrassing. To save yourself from it you can opt for waxing instead of shaving. Waxing stops the growth of tiny stubbles of hair underneath the top layer of the skin by removing the complete shaft of hair. However, if you still prefer to shave, it is always better to use a lotion that contains some analgesic. It stops the growth of ingrown hairs.
Other options instead of waxing or shaving include laser hair removal. This is great for both men and women who are tired of constantly shaving and experiencing painful irritation. Laser hair removal has been around for years and zaps the hair follicle, stopping any hair production. The down side to this procedure is the high cost and the number of visits required for the procedure to be effective.
Finally, it’s important to stick to the method you use for preventing irritation from shaving to protect your skin and make sure your skin is healthy and properly hydrated.
