<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nNow that we\u2019ve dispensed with the who\u2019s better nonsense that\u2019s been circulating the shaving community, let\u2019s get down to the important matter and choose the best product for you. For the purpose of this article, we\u2019ve assumed that you have decided that shaving cream is best for you and so this guide is going to be tailored to that conclusion. Of course, if you\u2019ve decided on shaving soap instead, we\u2019ve written an article on that too. So you can choose which guide is best for you. Okay, let\u2019s get down to business and choose the best shaving cream possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most important selection when choosing a shaving cream is whether it’s designed for your skin type or not. Creams come in a variety of different types, and each of them is suited to the skin type they\u2019re designed to handle the best. Most people\u2019s skin type falls into one of three different categories: sensitive skin, oily skin, and dry skin. Getting the cream that can handle your skin type is key to obtaining a proper shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sensitive Skin \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>If you have sensitive skin, then you need to take extra precautions when choosing a shaving cream. There are products specifically designed for people with sensitive skin. These products contain extra lubricants and anti-irritation additives that help to protect the skin as the razor glides across it. Most of these products only have a slight amount of fragrance in them, and that keeps the cream from further irritating your skin. However, if you\u2019re skin is especially sensitive, then you may want to find a sensitive shaving cream that has no fragrance at all for the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOily Skin \u2013 <\/strong>The shaving creams which work best for oily skin do two things: they don\u2019t contain oils that may add to the oily skin problem, and they usually contain a mild astringent. Oily skin can pose a particular problem to most razors because the oil can cause the blade to clog more than it already does. And if the blade is clogged more frequently, then that reduces the quality of the shave. Fortunately, most shave creams made for oily skin are pretty good at keeping the skin\u2019s oil at bay long enough for the user to get their shaving done.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDry Skin \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>If you have dry skin, then you already know that it presents a unique problem during shaving. That\u2019s because dry skin is actually quite rough and patchy, and it\u2019s these patches that catch the blade during the shaving process. And since dry skin is sensitive by its very nature, this can be quite painful. That\u2019s why if you\u2019re afflicted with this particular problem, then you\u2019re going to want to buy a product specifically made for dry skin. Dry skin shave creams contain a glycerin base which reduces friction between your skin and the blade. They may also contain other products such as aloe or Vitamin E, products which help to soothe the skin as you shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Addressing Razor Bumps<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSome people have problems with razor rash and\/or razor bumps appearing after they shave, so they should choose a product that addresses this problem. Razor rashes are caused when hair follicles become red and inflamed because bacteria has invaded the root of the follicle. Razor bumps are the result of ingrown hairs. Both of these conditions can be treated with a shaving cream that addresses that particular problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For instance, if you have razor rashes frequently, then look for products that contain Tea Tree Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Aloe Vera or Honey. These ingredients have antibiotic properties and will help get rid of the bacterial problem in your hair follicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your problem is razor bumps, however, then you are going to want to deal with the problem a different way. You are going to want to buy a shaving cream that contains either salicylic acid or glycolic acid. Both of these ingredients exfoliate the skin as you shave and unplug pores too. This prevents hair from being pushed down into the follicle and creates the ingrown hair problem in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Getting the Best Results from Shaving Creams<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Okay, now that you know which shaving cream products you should keep an eye out for, it\u2019s time to take a few minutes and talk about how to use shaving cream properly. While everyone believes they\u2019re shaving the right way, the fact of the matter is that most people aren\u2019t, so here are a few tips which will improve your shaving experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Exfoliate \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Most women already exfoliate before they shave, but this is a practice that isn\u2019t adopted by a whole lot of men. Unfortunately, skipping this step will only result in an inferior shave experience. That\u2019s because skin that hasn\u2019t been exfoliated has an excess number of skin cells and these can tend to clog the blade. Therefore, it\u2019s important to exfoliate before shaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\nShave After a Hot Shower \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Everyone knows a hot shower opens up a person\u2019s pores, but few people know that it can also soften hair. During a shower, hair follicles can absorb up to 30% of their weight in water, which makes them easier to cut. After you\u2019ve finished shaving, you can always use cool water to close your pores up again and cool down your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\nShave According to Hair Growth \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Men who are shaving their face and women who are shaving their legs should always shave against their hair growth, which just so happens to be an upward shaving motion. This will allow the razor to remove the hair effectively. However, women who are shaving their armpits may use somewhat of a different technique. They may want to shave up initially and then shave downwards to shave the exposed root.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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