1. Choose an appropriate razor. You should take into account the coarseness of your beard hairs, the texture of your skin, your preferred shaving method, and other details when choosing a razor. Generally speaking, for heavy-bearded men with more sensitive skin, it is generally good to use a traditional multi-blade razor.
2. Keep your shaving kit ready and clean and sharp. Shaving with a dull razor is how cuts happen, and it makes the skin very irritated. Only shave with sharp, clean razor blades
3. Trim your beard down first. If you've got a beard, it's important to use clippers or scissors to trim the hair as short as possible before going using the razor. Electric clippers are best for this purpose. Take the guard off and trim your beard away completely.
4. Wash your face with an exfoliant facial wash. To prepare the skin for shaving, it's a good idea to start with as clean a skin as possible to avoid infections and irritation while you're shaving. Use a good, natural exfoliant face wash and wash your face with warm soapy water. Blot dry.
5. Apply shaving oil. Shaving oil is used to nourish the skin and lubricate the razor as it glides across your face. It's a different product than shaving cream. Put a few drops of shaving oil in the palm of your hand and rub it into your beard before applying a hot towel and shaving cream, allowing the razor to glide across your skin evenly and comfortably. This will help to reduce razor burn.
6. Heat your pores. Traditionally, barbers would heat mens' faces with hot towels to open the pores and soften the beard hairs for a closer and more comfortable shave. Today, some people like to use a hot flannel at home to simulate the same effect. The heat and moisture will help to soften your beard (if you have one) and lift up the hairs, as well as open your pores.
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