If you can’t shave in the shower, or shower immediately beforehand, soak a towel in warm water and place it over the area you’re shaving for 1-2 minutes.
Create as much foam as possible to protect your skin.
Razors will say on the packaging whether they come with a moisture bar. You can also look at the razor itself; the moisture bar will be a thin strip right above the razor blades.
Always shave with the grain for your facial and pubic area. If you’ve gotten razor burn or irritation in other areas in the past, shave with the grain there as well.
If you shaved your face, apply an aftershave product. Rub a small amount together in your palms, then rub it onto your cheeks and neck with gentle downward motions. If you shaved your body, rub on a simple moisturizing lotion or oil.
If you’re shopping in a store, look in the men’s grooming aisles. You can also go to specialty shaving stores for a wider selection.
Soaking your soap makes it easier to lather, while soaking the brush will soften and hydrate the bristles to make for a more comfortable shave.
If you can’t take a shower, splash your face with warm water and wash it with a cleanser, or place a warm, damp towel on it for 1-2 minutes.
When the bristles of your brush start to clump together with soap, you’re ready to apply the lather to your face.
If your brush starts to dry out, dip the bristle tips in a bowl of clean water. Be patient as you lather! You want to work the soap in between each hair for the highest-quality shave.
A straight razor is an old-fashioned razor that’s shaped like a V. You’ll use the sharp leg, which looks like a knife, to carefully shave your cheeks, neck, and chin. A safety razor is more similar to the modern razor, but uses a curved blade. You can buy both types of razors online or in shaving stores.
To clean your brush, swish it in a bowl of clean water, then run the bristles under run warm water. Shake out the brush, rub it back and forth on a towel, then set it out on the counter to dry. [9] X Research source
