Shaving, shaving tips and much more information about shaving

Try a pre-shave oil or cream in combination with a shaving cream or shaving soap for sensitive skin. After shaving you can use after shave balm against skin irritations.

• If necessary, use unscented shaving products and avoid alcohol-based care products.
• After shaving, use a neutral (unscented) after shave balm and/or talcum powder.
• Are you currently using a cartridge razor with 3 or 5 blades (3- or 5-blade)? Switch to the safety razor. This razor contains only 1 blade.
• Only shave in the direction of beard growth. Do not shave against the direction of hair growth again. Shave with gentle, light movements. Do not shave every day, but for example every other day.
• Another tip! Only use a razor-sharp razor. Dull razor blades pull out beard stubble. This causes red spots and skin irritations.

• The coarsest hairs are on your chin, jaws and upper lip. So start with the sideburns, cheeks and neck first. This gives the shaving foam more time to soften the beard hairs.
• You will get the smoothest shave with a classic shaving cream or shaving soap , shaving brush , warm water and a little time. Applying shaving foam for at least 1 minute and distributing it with the shaving brush ensures that beard hairs become softer and softer.
• First move the razor over your face in the direction of hair growth.
• If it is not smooth after one shave, apply shaving foam or gel again and move the blade against the hair growth.
• Perhaps you have heavy beard growth? First use a pre-shave oil or cream and then a shaving cream or shaving foam for heavy beard growth. These shaving products make the beard hairs soft. This gives you a better and smoother shave.

• Apply pre-shave cream or oil to the face before shaving. Do not rinse. The shaving cream or shaving foam goes over the pre-shave product.
• The use of a pre-shave oil or cream is personal.
• Pre-shave products prepare the skin for shaving and soften the beard hairs.
• The skin can dry out by using shaving soap or shaving foam. A pre-shave product prevents any dehydration of the skin caused by the shaving soap or shaving foam.
• A pre-shave product provides an extra buffer between skin and razor.
• In case of dry skin, a pre-shave provides extra shaving comfort and you will suffer less from shaving irritation afterwards.

• Pay attention to your own shaving technique: do not apply too much pressure when shaving, do not shave the same area too often and do not shave every day (give your skin a day of rest to recover).
• You probably have sensitive skin. Perhaps your current shaving cream or after shave is too aggressive. So use skin-friendly or unscented shaving products. Several shaving products are especially for sensitive skin.
• Also do not use shaving products with parabens. Use shaving products with natural ingredients as much as possible.
• If necessary, use an after shave balm instead of a regular after shave with alcohol.
• Another tip! Only use a razor-sharp razor. Dull razor blades pull out beard stubble. This causes red spots and skin irritations.
• Switch from the modern multi-blade cartridge razor to the safety razor .

• The choice for an alcoholic after shave splash or an after shave balm is of course personal. It depends on what you like or what is good for your skin.
• In case of sensitive or dry skin, it is wise to use a nourishing, soothing, alcohol-free and neutral (unscented) product after wet shaving, such as an after shave balm.
• After shaving, the skin pores are open. After shave with alcohol closes the pores and disinfects the skin. But it stings for a few seconds and it can (slightly) dry out or irritate the skin.
• Instead of after shave, it is better to use after shave balm or gel . These products have a caring and soothing effect.
• In case of oily skin, an after shave balm can leave a slightly greasy film on the skin.
• In the case of normal or oily skin, an aftershave with alcohol can be used. After shave with alcohol closes the pores and disinfects the skin. As the alcohol evaporates, it gives a pleasant cooling effect. The skin gets a fresh, healthy appearance.

• Pay attention to your own shaving technique: do not apply too much pressure when shaving, do not shave the same area too often and do not shave every day (give your skin a day of rest to recover).
• Only use razor-sharp razor blades. Replace your razor on time. A razor blade usually lasts about a week. Dull razor blades cause cuts and skin irritation.
• If necessary, use a pre-shave cream or oil before shaving. Pre shave provides an extra buffer between skin and razor.
• Take your time. Let the shaving foam work for 1 minute. This makes the beard hairs softer and softer. This means you have to exert less pressure with the razor. This provides more shaving comfort. And shave with gentle, light movements.
• Bleeding after shaving can be stopped with alum pins . These are convenient, hygienic and immediately stop bleeding.

• The basis of many shaving and soap products is glycerine, (essential) oils, fats and any added fragrance or perfume ingredients.
• Shaving soap has a solid shape and hard composition. Shaving soap should be applied using warm water and a shaving brush .
• Shaving cream is creamy. Shaving cream can be used by hand or with a shaving brush. You get the best shaving foam result with warm water and a shaving brush.
• Shaving gel is a gel and transparent. Shaving gel should be applied by hand. Shaving gel is suitable for touching up the edges of the beard.
• Shaving oil is pure oil, usually a mix of various essential oils, and is applied by hand. It provides a thin film and protects the skin. Shaving oil is also suitable for touching up the edges of the beard.
• These shaving products ensure that the beard hairs become soft and stand up. Shaving oil makes the beard hairs less soft compared to shaving soap or shaving cream, but all provide a protective film on the skin against the razor.
• All four shaving products have a caring effect and ultimately provide a smooth shave.

• Most common, inexpensive shaving and skin care products contain many synthetic or chemical ingredients that can lead to skin allergies or shaving and skin irritations.
• The risk of allergies and irritations is greater when shaving because a thin layer of skin is removed during shaving, which makes the skin very vulnerable and sensitive.
• More and more shaving products therefore only contain natural and skin-friendly ingredients and essential oils.

• Lavender has a fresh floral scent. It softens, soothes and cares for the skin during and after shaving. It has mild antiseptic properties and is particularly suitable for sensitive skin.
• Sandalwood has a powerful woody and masculine scent. It hydrates and cares for the skin during and after shaving. It has mild antiseptic properties and is particularly suitable for dry skin.
• Citrus has a fresh citrus scent. It refreshes and stops bleeding. It has mild antiseptic properties and is particularly suitable for normal and oily skin.

• Many men, especially men with frizzy or curly hair, suffer from ingrown beard hairs.
• To prevent ingrown hairs, do not shave the beard hairs too short.
• Do not put too much pressure on the razor while shaving. Too much pressure can cause the beard hairs to be shaved too short.
• If necessary, shave with a safety razor instead of a modern cartridge multi-blade razor.
• Do not shave every day, but every other day.
• Only shave in the direction of the beard hair growth. Do not shave against the direction of hair growth.
• Cleanse the skin before shaving with an exfoliating cleansing gel.
• If necessary, use special exfoliating creams that can prevent ingrown hairs.

• Most men prefer wet shaving instead of dry shaving with an electric device.
• Wet shaving provides a more comfortable and smooth shave compared to electric shaving.
• Wet shaving provides a fresh and clean feeling on the skin.
• If you have skin problems or sensitive skin, it is better to shave wet.
• If you have easy skin, you can also opt for dry shaving.
• Regularly alternating wet and dry shaving is not useful for most skin types. The skin has to get used to it every time. This increases the chance of red skin or irritations.

• Take a shower first and then shave. The warm water softens the beard hairs.
• Always clean with lukewarm water instead of hot water.
• Do not shave with dull razor blades. Replace the razor blade in time.
• You will get the smoothest shaving result with a classic shaving soap or shaving cream in combination with warm water and a shaving brush .
• Use a pre-shave cream or oil beforehand. Do not rinse the pre-shave. Pour the shaving foam over the pre-shave and then start shaving.
• Take your time. It is important that the beard hairs become soft. First apply the shaving foam or foam to the face for 1 minute and then start shaving.
• First move the razor over your face in the direction of hair growth.
• If it is not smooth after one shave, apply shaving foam or gel again and move the blade against the direction of hair growth.
• With one hand, stretch the skin while shaving. This makes the beard hairs stand up and makes shaving easier.
• If necessary, use a classic safety razor or scrapers with an open comb shaving head .

• Use a mild cleansing gel instead of regular soap.
• Clean the skin before shaving with a cleansing gel instead of regular soap.
• Always clean with lukewarm water instead of hot water.
• Use a pre-shave cream or oil before shaving. Do not rinse the pre-shave. Pour the shaving foam over the pre-shave and then start shaving.
• Use an unscented and moisturizing shaving cream or shaving soap .
• After shaving, use an after shave balm and, if necessary, a moisturizer after the after shave treatment.
• Do not use after shave or skin care products containing alcohol.

• Cleanse your face with a cleansing gel both morning and evening. After shaving, use an absorbent after shave balm that keeps oil (sebum) production under control during the day.
• If necessary, use an alcohol-containing after shave after shaving instead of an after shave balm.
• Scrub your face with a scrub gel no more than once or twice a week. Never scrub just before or after shaving. And avoid the eye contour.

• Use a mild cleansing gel instead of regular soap.
• Always clean with lukewarm water instead of hot water.
• Use an unscented and moisturizing shaving cream or soap.
• Only use a moisturizer on the dry parts of the face instead of a regular after shave balm.
• If necessary, use cleansing pads for the oily parts of the face.

Sensitive skin can often only tolerate some shaving and skin care products or specific ingredients. Here are some recommendations:

• Avoid 'aggressive' products when cleaning, such as soap and alcohol-based care products.
• Prefer unscented, hypoallergenic and paraben-free products.
• Below are some useful shaving and skin care tips:

• There is no correct order. The correct order is personal.
• Showering beforehand makes the beard hairs softer. This ensures easier shaving and fewer razor burns.
• Warm shower water removes dead skin cells and degreases the skin. This can cause razor burn during or after shaving.
• In case of dry skin, it may be better to shave first and shower after shaving.
• First shave and then shower, the warm shower water soothes the skin after shaving.

• An alum pin is concentrated alum in the form of a pin. This alum stick is suitable for closing shaving wounds and immediately stopping bleeding.
• Wet the alum stick with cold water and dab it on the shaving wound.
• There are also alum blocks . An alum block is also made of alum, but less concentrated. An alum block is used as part of the after shave treatment. Shaving soaps are basic, alum is an acid. Alum neutralizes the soap components in the skin pores, it disinfects and has an astringent effect. Astringent means that the skin pores close. In short, an alum block normalizes the pH of the skin after shaving.
• How do you use alum block? After shaving, rinse the face with cold water. Then apply an alcohol-containing after shave splash. And conclude the after shave treatment with an alum block. Wet the alum block with cold water and gently rub it over the shaved area. Avoid the eye contour. Do you prefer to use a nourishing after shave balm after shaving? Then, after shaving, first use the alum block and then the after shave balm.

• There is no correct order. The correct order is personal.
• Showering beforehand makes the beard hairs softer. This ensures easier shaving and fewer razor burns.
• Warm shower water removes dead skin cells and degreases the skin. This can cause razor burn during or after shaving.
• In case of dry skin, it may be better to shave first and shower after shaving.
• First shave and then shower, the warm shower water soothes the skin after shaving.

• Talcum powder soothes and softens the skin after shaving. And it absorbs excess sebum and sweat during the day.
• Use talcum powder as part of the after shave treatment.
• After shaving, rinse the face with cold water. Then use an alcohol-containing after shave splash or an alcohol-free after shave balm. Then, if necessary, use an alum block to neutralize soap components and to disinfect the skin. Finally, rub a little talcum powder into your hands and spread the talcum powder over the shaved area.