Goddamn razor burn...

Originally Posted by LabelKing

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If you shave in the shower, how do you use a mirror?

i've learned to shave without a mirror and think its much better than with using a mirror. It only takes 1-2 shaves to get used to it

Originally Posted by oxide

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i've learned to shave without a mirror and think its much better than with using a mirror. It only takes 1-2 shaves to get used to it

And how many trips to the ER?

I've done it but it's too scary for that time of the morning. Also, when I have done it I usually miss a spot so I end up having to touch up.

Really wish I could find a mirror that really doesn't fog up in the shower (and doesn't cost an arm and a leg). As it is, I just wipe soap on mine and that works for one shower.

The Aveeno shave gel is great - as are all of their products since they are made for sensitive skins and recommended for babies as well (well not the shaving stuff!)....

Another great shaving line is: Lucky Tiger - they have great shave creams, that don't require brushes - and I am convinced that a good shave relies on the cream you use moreso than the blade.

I use Tendskin after shaving. You can find it online or at Sephora. Works like a charm.

Get a real man´s shave kit: DE razor, badger brush and a decent glyercin-based cream. My razor burn went right away.

Originally Posted by Homme

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Buy proraso pre/post cream, and use it as an aftershave. It's cheap, and the jar will last you a year. See this review from badger and blade. I've been using it since june, and love it.
+1 on the proraso pre/post cream (which you can get at Target in the "Spa" section, btw).
I've had pretty good results with the Nivea gel stuff (better when I combine it with a soap/brush, but even alone it's worlds better than the canned foam stuff).

Originally Posted by pinchi22

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Get a real man´s shave kit: DE razor, badger brush and a decent glyercin-based cream. My razor burn went right away.
you can get pure vegetable glycerine at whole foods (or some reasonable facsimile); just a couple drops over the beard does a lot to reduce tugging. good stuff. i also mix a couple drops of vegetable glycerine with my shaving cream, it makes it really lather up nice. good stuff. tastes sweet, too!

i use a DE razor and aveeno oatmeal shaving gel. no razor burn and i actually enjoy shaving now. i will be getting a brush and good shaving soap when i can afford it, but what i have seems to work for now.

Jovan, why are you against using a shaving brush and shaving soap?

Using a shaving brush and a good shaving soap WILL solve your razor burn issues. Also, NEVER let a blade touch a part of your face that doesn't have shaving cream or soap on it. Do not do repeated strokes in the same areas without reapplying the shaving soap.

I'd recommend against doing so in the shower; for me it has unfavorable results that makes my facial skin too raw and susceptible to cuts. Shave after you shower. Blot your face, but don't dry completely. Apply the shaving soap and shave, reapply soap, shave again, until your face is free of hairs.

One last thing; once you're done shaving, put some after shave on. This will help close up the pores.

All of the above will solve your razor burn issues. Good luck!

I agree with all the other posts about getting a badger brush, good shaving cream and a DE razor. I bought myself a brush and it made the biggest difference in the world. The brush along with some hot water allows you to apply a smooth layer of shaving cream that will help prevent some of that razor burn.

I'm not sure if you need to get really expensive shaving cream as long as it is a glycerin-based one. The more expensive ones like Taylor's or Trumpers are nice because they smell real nice but I'm sure some of the cheaper ones will do the job as well.

A DE razor will help give you a much cleaner shave. However, you can't be as lazy with a DE razor as a Mach 3 since you actually need to apply less pressure and be more careful with your strokes or else you'll get some nicks. But over time, your technique will improve and you'll be happier with your shaves.

You are right that shaving in the shower helps since the heat opens up the pores. Also try splashing some cold water right after the shave to soothe your skin and to close up the pores. A decent aftershave works wonders too.

Here's a site that has some good information about shaving:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6886845/

Hope the info helps.

I actually like Proraso better than Taylor's. It's cheaper and you can get it at Target.

I'd also echo all those who advise getting a brush and a DE. I too was skeptical, but trying it made a believer of me. I use a 1960 Gillette adjustable I bought off ebay for $10, and a fairly good silvertip badger brush that cost around $60. A little bit dear, but 100 Feather blades cost me only $25 and will last about two years. $25 buys about 6 weeks of Gillette's latest and greatest, so the cost evens out and the shave is much more pleasant.

This is an excellent product for razor bumps and ingrown hairs:

http://www.menessentials.com/oxid.ph...3e318.94516920

+1 on the proraso pre/post cream (which you can get at Target in the "Spa" section, btw).

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Definitely! The trick with Proraso Pre is to apply it while you are in the shower, towards the end so it doesn't get all washed off. Just be careful you don't drop the glass container

Originally Posted by Dragon

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I agree

Another vote in favor of Aveeno here. Costs about $3.75 at CVS, but it's worth every penny. It's "specially formulated for men prone to razor burn, bumps, etc." or something like that.