6 Easy Tips for a Comfortable Wet Shave
It’s not always easy to get that smooth shave but follow the following very simple tips and get that perfect shave.
Having the Right Tools:
1 Choosing a Shaving ProductThere are many shaving products on the market and you will need to find the one that suits your skin best. Natural shaving products, which are alcohol free, are always recommended. You need to choose a product that will give that essential lather needed for an effective wet shave.
· Shaving creams are usually preferable for those who have normal to dry and sensitive skin as they help moisturize your skin. Crabtree & Evelyn have 3 perfumed shaving creams
available:
- Sandalwood
- Nomad
- Sienna
· Shaving soaps are better for oily skin types as they can help remove excess oil. Again try the popular Crabtree & Evelyn selection available:
- Sandalwood
- Nomad
- Sienna
2 Choosing a Shaving Brush & Shaving Bowl
. Edwin Jagger manufacturers the most exquisite and enormous range of excellent quality shaving brushes to choose from. The movements of the brush on your face helps lift your facial hairs, ensures complete coverage with the cream or soap and will give you a smoother shave. A good starting brush is the Best Badger Shaving Brush. The complementary shaving porcelain bowls are great to help with that all important lather process.
3 Choosing a Razor
The right razor will make the difference between and good and enjoyable shaving experience and a bad one. Using disposable razors may appear easy but the best shave comes only from using the best equipment. So just like the advice with your choice of Shaving Brush it is just as important to use the best quality Razor and blades available. Edwin Jagger has a great selection to suit all tastes from cut-throat razors for the experienced shaver to razors and blades suitable for those who regularly use the wet shave method.
4 Preparing Your Face
Always shave after a warm shower or bath. If not you can place a small warm towel on your face for about 30 seconds. With either method the warm water allows your facial hairs to expand, become softer and therefore easier to cut. It also allows your pores to open and gets rid of any impurities. A facial cleanser is also advisable to completely clean your face before shaving.
The Shave:
5 The Shaving Process
You can apply a shaving cream with your fingers but a very effective way to lather up is to use a good quality shaving brush and shaving bowl.Having the Right Tools:
1 Choosing a Shaving ProductThere are many shaving products on the market and you will need to find the one that suits your skin best. Natural shaving products, which are alcohol free, are always recommended. You need to choose a product that will give that essential lather needed for an effective wet shave.
· Shaving creams are usually preferable for those who have normal to dry and sensitive skin as they help moisturize your skin. Crabtree & Evelyn have 3 perfumed shaving creams
available:- Sandalwood
- Nomad
- Sienna
· Shaving soaps are better for oily skin types as they can help remove excess oil. Again try the popular Crabtree & Evelyn selection available:
- Sandalwood
- Nomad
- Sienna
2 Choosing a Shaving Brush & Shaving Bowl
. Edwin Jagger manufacturers the most exquisite and enormous range of excellent quality shaving brushes to choose from. The movements of the brush on your face helps lift your facial hairs, ensures complete coverage with the cream or soap and will give you a smoother shave. A good starting brush is the Best Badger Shaving Brush. The complementary shaving porcelain bowls are great to help with that all important lather process.
3 Choosing a Razor
The right razor will make the difference between and good and enjoyable shaving experience and a bad one. Using disposable razors may appear easy but the best shave comes only from using the best equipment. So just like the advice with your choice of Shaving Brush it is just as important to use the best quality Razor and blades available. Edwin Jagger has a great selection to suit all tastes from cut-throat razors for the experienced shaver to razors and blades suitable for those who regularly use the wet shave method.
4 Preparing Your Face
Always shave after a warm shower or bath. If not you can place a small warm towel on your face for about 30 seconds. With either method the warm water allows your facial hairs to expand, become softer and therefore easier to cut. It also allows your pores to open and gets rid of any impurities. A facial cleanser is also advisable to completely clean your face before shaving.
The Shave:
5 The Shaving Process
- Always warm your sharp blade with hot water.
- Shave in the same direction as your beard to avoid cuts and possible razor burn or ‘redneck’. This is particularly important around the neck area where it is difficult to shave and going against the grain can cause the problem of in-growing hairs. Do rinse your razor as you shave to clean it of any hairs and lather.
- Once finished rinse your face thoroughly with cool water and pat dry. This will help close your pores.
- If you have made small cuts or nicks apply L’Occitane’s anti-septic stick or an Aluminum block.
After-care:
6 Protecting your face and equipment
To protect your shaven skin you should apply alcohol free after-shaving balm, lotion or moisturizer.
To protect your razor and ensure an effective shave every time make sure that after every shave you rinse it thoroughly with hot water, shake it dry and then carefully dry the razor blades with a clean towel.
If you follow these few very simple tips you will always enjoy shaving your beard and your face will be clean, refreshed and glow with a healthy complexion.
