There are a few factors that can lead to a rough, tug-and-pull shave that can make even the most meticulous of guys avoid the chore. Whether it is discomfort or visible razor burn, tug-and-pull shaving is never fun.
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The skin on your face is the most delicate and sensitive, so it requires extra care, especially when shaving. If you haven’t done so already, be sure to invest in a good razor and let Game Day handle the rest.
Step 1:
Exfoliate with Pre-Shave: Invigorating Scrub (Light Exfoliator). This step is crucial for a smooth shave, especially if you have tough hairs(?) Scrubbing away the dead skin cells helps to thoroughly cleanse your skin, prevent ingrown hairs, and protect the skin from razor burns and bumps.
Step 2:
Lather up with Shave Cream: Brushless Hydrating Protection. Our Shave Cream is brushless, but still lathers up to create a nice, thick barrier between the razor and skin. Shaving cream helps to ease tug-and-pull for a smooth, close shave while hydrating with aloe and shea butter.
Step 3:
Finish off with Aftershave: Soothing Balm. Unlike most alcohol-based aftershaves, our aftershave hydrates skin with pear cactus extract and is a natural antiseptic, just in case you get nicked while shaving. This anti-aging serum has a cooling and soothing effect on skin that both pampers and protects.
Why do you NEED our Pre-Shave?
Most guys stiffen up when they hear the word pre-shave. What is it? Why do I need to use one? Is it really that important? Guys are just lost when it comes to proper skincare, but the easy answer is YES, you should use a pre-shave. It will help to prevent razor-burn, make your shave more comfortable and ours evens help keeps your skin clear. Need any more reasons to consider adding one to your daily skincare arsenal?
Much razor burn and irritation due to shaving comes from the lack of proper preparation of the hairs and skin. When you shave with a razor blade, you are not only cutting the hairs, but also also shaving off the top layer of skin. Not prepping the skin properly can lead to tug-and-pull, ingrown hairs and cuts. All of these factors are major contributors to razor burn. A pre-shave such as our Invigorating Scrub will help soften and stand the hairs, to make it easier for the blade to cut through them cleanly. It will also help to prevent and eliminate ingrown hairs which lead to infection and scrub away dead skin that clogs the razor and can lead to further shaving discomfort.
Our Pre-Shave: Invigorating Scrub is a complete face-wash with exfoliation properties. The scrub works to clear away dirt and grime from deep inside the pores to keep skin clean, clear and healthy. It is packed with Alpine Willowherb Extract to help regulate the skin's oil production which will help clear away and prevent breakouts and acne.
There is just no reason that you should not use a pre-shave. If you are serious about keeping your skin strong, clear and healthy, look no further than our Pre-Shave: Invigorating Scrub!
What is Razor Burn and How to Deal with It
Everyone gets it at one point. You have a nice hot shave, only to feel a burning and see red everywhere on your neck or face. Razor burn makes shaving no fun, and a chore. What is razor burn exactly though?
Razor burn is technically known as Folliculitis, which describes when the hair follicles become infected by a bacteria or fungus. This results in the irritated bumps and pimples that appear around the shaving area. The infections are caused by friction that comes from shaving, damaging the hair follicles. An unclean razor pulling over an area is also a way to cause Folliculitis as all of the tug and pull will irritate the hair follicles. Folliculitis can also be caused and made worse through clothing rubbing along an area that has hair and can be exposed to the burn. This is especially prevalent along the neckline in the fall and winter when jackets come into play. Keep an eye out for suspected infection before it starts and you should be in the clear.
Ways to prevent Razor burn come from having a well thought-out, clean, hygienic shaving regiment. First, start by opening the pores with some warm water on the face. Next, use a pre-shave to prepare and stand the hairs for shaving. After rinsing with warm water, apply your shaving cream. Shave with a clean blade with the grain so as to cause any tug and pull, which can damage the hairs and infect the shaving area. Be sure to rinse the blade with hot water every few strokes. Follow by rinsing and applying a soothing aftershave that will firm and tighten the skin without burning. Making sure that everything is clean and that you stick to your routine is a key in preventing razor burn from ruining your day.
If you already have razor burn, don’t fret, many people go through the same ordeal and there are a few steps that you can take to soothe the pain. Cortisone is a great ointment that you can put on to help heal the skin and relieve the itch. Apply a small amount to the infected areas twice per day and your razor burn should be gone in no time. Be sure to keep the area well moisturized as well with a high-quality moisturizer. If you do not want to go the cortisone route, the more traditional method is to take a warm, damp cloth and hold it over the infected area.
This will open the pores and help clean out the infected area. Try to avoid shaving for a short period of time to let the rash subside if possible. A way around that may be to use an electric razor if necessary. Making sure that the rash heals properly and quickly is your best bet if you want to eliminate your Folliculitis.