All You Need To Know About Shaving Your Face!
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At present, the Internet is bursting with videos of women shaving their faces to get rid of their facial hair. Earlier, women considered shaving to be only a man’s game and when it came to getting rid of their unwanted facial hair, they resorted to waxing or threading. But, you’ll be shocked to know that the some of the most beautiful women in the world such as Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe used to shave their faces.
And all those women who already practice shaving their facial hair acknowledge that doing so makes their skin glow, feels rejuvenating, and of course, helps them save a few bucks as it’s one of the most efficient and quick hair removal techniques.
So if you are planning to take up a razor to get rid of your facial peach fuzz and are still unsure about it, here’s a quick cheat-sheet with all that you ought to know about shaving your face.
How To Do It
For this, we would suggest you pick up women’s shaving razors and blades (the ones with disposable tips are even better and considered to be more hygienic). Though this choice would be influenced by the thickness of your hair and where it’s growing on your face. If you think you won’t be able to get rid of it with a woman’s razor, then go for a men’s because they are curvy and comes with movable blades, which will allow you to maneuver easily, preventing any nicks.
Make sure you use a sharp blade. And remember to shave in the direction of hair growth. Doing so will prevent the growth of hair. And shave with short strokes.
Shaving Tips
- Never Overdo It
Shave only the region where the hair is growing. You don’t have to shave your entire face. There are chances that because of hormonal imbalance, a certain area on your face is bound to have faster hair growth. In such cases, just shave that particular area only. We suggest that you don’t shave more than twice a week or else it’s going to cause a lot of irritation on your skin, making it very sensitive.
- Pre-Care Is A Must
Shaving has got to do with skincare, right? Therefore, it’s important to do it in a disciplined manner. For that, you need to remember that it’s absolutely necessary that you apply a moisturizer or a cooling gel before and after shaving to keep any skin irritation at bay. Never use any shaving products which have alcohol or chemicals in them as they can peel off your skin after the shave. They can even clog your pores and increase your chances of getting ingrown hair.
- Take Care Of The Hygiene
You can’t use the razor you use to shave your leg to shave your face as well. Maintain separate razors for both. This will help you avoid contracting infections. And if you aren’t using a disposable razor, then make it a point to wash the razors thoroughly after every use. You can use rubbing alcohol for cleaning it.
Shaving Myths Busted
1. Shaving Leads To The Hair Growing Back Faster And Thicker
This is just a myth, trust us! It’s the hormones and genetics that impact the characteristics of body hair. All a razor does is cut the hair present at the skin’s surface which only makes the hair to appear thick and dark. How quickly the hair grows back varies from person to person, depending on their hormones and genes.
2. Using A New Razor Blade Can Cause Denser Nicks Than A Dull Blade
The fact is that it’s a dull blade that can cause more nicks. Older, dull blades are not able to glide smoothly over your skin which can lead to cuts and inflame your skin further.
3. Pressing A Little Hard On The Razor Can Give You A Cleaner Shave
Don’t ever try doing this. Applying more than the required pressure will increase your chances of ending up with cuts and nicks.
4. Shaving Without Water Is Okay
Nope! It’s definitely not okay. Shaving dry skin can cause your skin to peel off while shaving. It can also cause razor burns, skin irritation, and ingrown hairs. It’s always a good idea to wet the surface, at least with water, if not shaving gel, and then shave.
Shaving your face can have a lot of benefits too. It exfoliates your skin by getting rid of the dead skin cells. And every time you apply makeup after you’ve shaved, you’ll notice that the makeup just glides on smoothly and sits on your skin for longer. With so many advantages, which woman wouldn’t opt for shaving for removing her facial hair, right? Follow the above precautions and shave your face the right way. Have you tried shaving off your facial hair? Let us know in the comments section below.
