No one ever said shaving is a walk in the park. It’s hard enough having to designate the time before / after our workdays to actually get it done. So its even worse when we’re given an invitation to one of the most torturous repercussions or what’s mostly commonly found razor bumps.
Nothing annoys me more, besides a crappy haircut, then those bacteria-filled reactions. We read countless sources and ask our local barbers whats the best way to avoid or just an overall solution, but thankfully, I’ve got something for us that may put your skin irritation at ease.
Key things to remember:
1) According to WebMD.com, razor bumps, or ingrown hairs, are small, irritated bumps on the skin. They happen after you shave, when strands of hair curl back on themselves and grow into the skin. They cause irritation and pimples. They also may cause scarring.
2) Do NOT pluck or pop ingrown hairs or bumps. You have to fully come to terms that they are inevitable. This will be a key factor in permanent scarring and bacterial infection. So as tempting as it may be to pop that next ingrown…do not!
3) Everyone’s tolerance level is different when it comes to shaving. What works for you may not work for the next guy. Over the years, I’ve discovered that I can NOT use safety razor frequently. I’ve developed a system overtime that includes using a trimmer machine. So BE patient and aware of the journey, make mental markings of what seems to irritate your skin.
4) Listed below are some helpful tools that can instantly improve your overall shaving performance & defend yourself against any skin irritation / bump outburst (note: Be sure to contact me and ask any questions on application process or usage on products listed)
