Practical Shaving Tips for Men
Whether it’s for the aftermath of “No Shave November” or a job interview, all men must shave. Some prefer a trimmed goatee whereas others prefer a full grown, grizzled beard. From a handlebar mustache to faded sideburns, whatever the style, shaving is an art form mastered and passed down by generations of men and rookie mistakes might lead to razor burns and cuts. To achieve the perfect stubble with the perfect shaving blades, here’s a compiled list of 5 tips for the gents. Dampening the hair A common step that most men overlook is to completely dampen facial hair before shaving. Washing your face with soap and some warm water will remove excess oils and dead cells from the hair and skin that could clog up the blades. Also, since facial hair can absorb moisture up to 30% of its volume, wet hair is weaker, fragile and prone to breakage and is hence, the easiest to cut. Shaving after a shower is ideal as the hair is saturated with moisture and the heat from the steam opens up the pores, further softening the hair. Never apply shaving products on a dry face; it will only result in rashes and razor burns.