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. Make sure that the blade of the razor meets your skin at ~45 degrees or less. Nicks and cuts happen when the blade is held at too large of an angle against your skin. It should glide over your skin and you shouldn’t be able to feel it.
. The path of the blade should be straight, with the the edge of the blade kept perpendicular to its path. Because the blade is sharp, moving the blade with the edge parallel to the skin [even slightly] will allow the edge to get under the skin and slice or nick it.
. Some men prefer washing their faces and even shaving while in the shower. The steam from the shower helps prepare the face and beard, and the force of the shower rinsing your face after shaving soothes any minor nicks that might happen. Experiment with this to see if it results in a closer shave, although not having a mirror available may be a handicap.
. Razor burn can be easily prevented if the very last strokes on your face with the razor are with the grain, not against it. The strokes of the razor blade actually change the way your pores will grow the new hair. As such, you want to be sure to “reset” the grain of your beard by ensuring the last strokes are with the grain, or top to bottom.
. For many with sensitive skin, an electric razor is the best option.
. If you have acne and need to shave an area, try both an electric and a safety razor to see which is more comfortable. When using a safety razor, soften the hair with warm soap and water and then shave as lightly as possible. Always start with a sharp blade.
. For an extra thick beard you can use a warm face cloth compress to soften it in addition to a warm shower prior to shaving. Change blades as necessary, as they will dull much quicker than with a thin beard.
. A blade that has been used a couple of times is a little more gentle on the face than a brand new one. It’s easy to apply too much pressure and a sharper blade will cut the skin more readily than one that is slightly used. If you are breaking in a new razor, be especially careful.
. Shave often, perhaps once every couple days to keep your hairs from thickening and establishing. The more consistently you shave, the better the quality of your shaves will be, and the better your complexion: Shaving removes dead skin and keeps pores from clogging, especially if you practice good hygiene after shaving.
. Individuals who get shaving bumps can use specially designed razors, typically marketed to men with African texture hair. The key is for the razor not to cut too closely, such that the hair does not fail to emerge from the skin as it grows. Use of a pre-shave, liquid or talc, and a post-shave treatment for shaving bumps also can help.
. Some individuals will find that a sharp straight razor (standard issue) and just hot water running over the face, i.e. in a shower, can get a significantly better shave using no soap, oil or shaving creams.
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