Irritation after shaving – how to shave without skin irritation

In this article we will talk about the most serious problem among men who shave – irritation. Skin irritation is one of the most common problems for those who shave. Bristle for a week, unkempt and scattered in different directions of the beard and also formations on the skin — all this instantly distracts attention from your appearance. In this article, the specialists of Barbershop TsirulniK Barbershop will tell you how to shave without further skin irritation.

Causes of irritation in men

1. After shaving, irritation can occur due to various reasons:
2. Wrong shaving technique.
3. Tools of poor quality material.
4. Dull blades.
5. Dry skin. 

One ​​of the main mistakes that leads to frequent skin irritation is shaving hair against its growth, which is wrong! The idea that this will cut off the root of the bristles is wrong. Everything is quite the opposite, because you damage the superficial protective layer of the skin, even deeper absorbing hairs inside the skin.

It is also worth paying attention to , that you may have a dull blade in your razor. It is important to emphasize the advantage of the machine. Your blade should fit snugly against the skin and move under the weight of your hand. Therefore, many people prefer to shave with a classic metal razor. 

Well, if you overdo it with the force of pressure on the machine, you will get traumatized skin, which is not very pleasant. Therefore, you need to carefully monitor the condition of your blade: as soon as it starts to dull, you need to change it to avoid unpleasant sensations.

Lastly, it is not enough moisturized skin. It is very important to steam the skin well before shaving. I use care products together: shaving foam and cream.

Read also: How to shave properly. 

Electric razors and irritation after shaving

Electric razors are also walking tools in the hands of bearded men. Unlike a standard machine, an electric shaver is best suited for dry shaving. But even men with a normal skin type can get irritation after shaving.

The main reason is, again, insufficiently moisturized skin. Tip: if you have never used an electric shaver and want to buy one, it is better to buy one with a double mechanism. That is, for both dry and wet shaving.

Don’t forget your skin type. There are two types of machines: mesh machines and rotary machines. Rotary ones are most suitable for men with thick skin and stiff bristles, and mesh ones for more sensitive skin with soft bristles.

5 Rules for a smooth shave without irritation

In order to minimize injury to your skin during shaving, you should follow a number of important rules.

1. Rule #1: It is best to shave in the evening. What is it for? First, you won’t be in a hurry this way. Secondly, your skin will be able to recover overnight, which is extremely important if you have an important meeting in the morning. In any schedule, your skin should have time to recover and rest.
2. Rule #2: Steam the skin before shaving. This effect can best be achieved with the help of a shower. This is necessary in order for the hair follicles to expand, thus during shaving the hairs become soft and docile.
3. Rule #3: Before you start shaving, you should prepare a base of shaving foam or gel if it is a wet type of shaving. The razor will slide well and safely over the face. By the way, if you use shaving oil, you will have the best visibility of hair growth in your beard.
4. Rule #4: Razor with very smooth and gentle movements, exclusively in the area of ​​hair growth.
5. Rule No. 5: Finish shaving by washing with cold water and using a special product (gel or cream after shaving). The most important thing is that the product you choose does not contain alcohol.

How to quickly get rid of irritation after shaving

If after shaving you find irritation on your skin, you should do the following trick: you need to prepare a compress consisting of cold water. You need to take a towel and wet it in cold water, and then leave it on your face for 10-15 minutes. Thanks to which the pores are narrowed and the skin begins to calm down.

Sometimes irritation can manifest itself in the form of peeling and itching, what to do in this case? During morning and evening washing, it is necessary to use either peeling or scrubs. The best cosmetic companies are those approved by dermatologists.

If the situation is as follows: you have acne, then you can use tea aftershave oil. To prepare it, you need to dilute 3-5 drops of tea tree oil in 2 tablespoons of water. After that, apply to the area of ​​irritation, after 15 minutes, wash off with water. In addition to oil, you can also use aspirin, which should be pounded and diluted with water. Contraindications: hemophilia and allergic reaction.

In addition, you can visit one of our barbershops, where masters perform a shaving procedure using a dangerous razor. During the procedure, professional cosmetics will be used, which will reduce the likelihood of irritation after shaving to a minimum.