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Ah, shaving....NOT one of my favorite pastimes by any stretch of the imagination. I think most women could do without this dreaded beauty ritual. Where and when did this nonsense begin? Will it ever go out of fashion?
It so happens that the practice of removing unwanted body hair has been around since the Stone Age! Can you believe it? Not only that, but almost all cultures practiced some form of this ritual over the years, although methods have obviously evolved. The Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians (just to name a few) all practiced some method of hair removal.
I guess my point is, the practice of removing body hair is here to stay. And although there are more and more options available for ridding one's self of unwanted hair, shaving remains the most convenient and cost-effective. So let's get good at it! Read on for tips on getting the perfect shave, every time.
It so happens that the practice of removing unwanted body hair has been around since the Stone Age! Can you believe it? Not only that, but almost all cultures practiced some form of this ritual over the years, although methods have obviously evolved. The Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians (just to name a few) all practiced some method of hair removal.
I guess my point is, the practice of removing body hair is here to stay. And although there are more and more options available for ridding one's self of unwanted hair, shaving remains the most convenient and cost-effective. So let's get good at it! Read on for tips on getting the perfect shave, every time.
-Thoroughly exfoliate your legs with a good body scrub before shaving. This gets rid of dead skin cells which can clog your razor, preventing a close shave. A great scrub to try? H20 Plus Sea Pure Reviving Body Buffer.
-Use a high-quality hair conditioner as your "shaving cream." This is my favorite trick! A good conditioner will moisturize and protect your skin while providing slip so the razor will glide easily over your legs. For some reason, conditioner works even BETTER than shaving cream and it saves you having to buy a separate product. Try Garden Botanika Pomegranate Wine Conditioner for a total sensory experience. This stuff smells and feels great!
-Invest in a good razor made specifically for women. It may take some time to narrow in on the perfect one for you but generally, the more blades, the better. Some other things to look for: a pivoting head and spring mounted blades. Using a good razor makes all the difference in getting a close shave as well as avoiding nicks and cuts.
-Make sure to wet legs thoroughly with warm water before shaving. Ideally, you'll be in the tub or shower where you can give the warm water a few minutes to soften the hair and open your pores. This will aid in getting the closest, most comfortable shave possible.
-Be sure to change razors or blades regularly as dull blades can lead to nicks and cuts.
-Rinse your razor frequently during shaving sessions to keep it free of excess hair which can clog the razor and affect your results.
-For the smoothest results, shave in the opposite direction of the hair growth. Going "against the grain" like this ensures the closest possible shave. For more sensitive areas, shave in the direction of the hair growth to avoid irritation.
-Exfoliate regularly to avoid ingrown hairs.
-When you're done shaving, be sure to apply a lotion, cream or oil to help lock in moisture from your shower or bath. This also helps to protect your skin from external irritants. I like Jean-Michelle Luxuriance Replenishing Body Lotion.
Lucky for us, shaving's come a long way since the Stone Age. With the right tools and the right technique, you can get the perfect shave every time!
