SSometimes we wish our lives could be like a TV advert on repeat: beautiful people driving expensive cars, holidaying in luxury hotels, and succeeding at everything they do. In that sort of world, no one would get pimples after a shave. But pimples after shaving your face, and anywhere else on the body – are part of everyday life for many of us. So, what can you do to avoid breakouts after shaving your face? With these tips for a hygienic, soft shave, the uncomfortable routine becomes a refreshing experience… with the feel-good factor of a commercial.
Sensitive and dry skin types are especially prone to those not-so-fun after-shave bumps. That’s because their natural skin barrier is weaker and the skin thinner.1 Therefore, for those with sensitive, dry skin, shaving can irritate the hair follicles; the friction of the blade on the skin, causes the hair follicles to become inflamed.2 Ouch! But excessive sebum, an oily, waxy substance found in combination or oily skin, can also lead to these red bumps after shaving. Sebum can clog up pores and make them more prone to inflammation. For those of you with full beards, you may experience clogged-up pores more often, which is why beard care is so important for you to add to your daily routine and should not be neglected. And for the rest of you, sensitive skin, dry skin, or excessively oily skin can be the reason why shaving pimples appear on the face and everywhere else you shave. But don’t worry, we’re going to show you how to avoid bumps after shaving below!
Want to avoid breakouts after shaving your face? Healthy skin is the answer. The healthier and cleaner your skin, the less likely it is you’ll get shaving pimples. If you are prone to razor bumps on your face after shaving, using an oil-free moisturiser can unclog pores and reduce breakouts. As dirty skin is more likely to get inflamed, it is important to clean it gently before shaving. An electric skin cleansing brush helps to control sebum production, clean the skin, and stimulate its blood flow, but make sure you’re using it properly by reading through the instructions.
To avoid shaving pimples, you must remember two things: hygiene and a gentle shave. How do you make sure you follow these two important things? The best approach to avoid shaving bumps is to keep prevention in mind when you’re going through your shaving routine. We’ll help break it down for you below!
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So, there we have it. Now you know what steps to take to deal with pimples after shaving your face or anywhere else on your body. Remember, while after-shaving bumps are inevitable at times with these steps you have a greater chance of preventing shaving bumps! Sources:
1 Sensitive Skin, DermNet
2 The male beard hair and facial skin – challenges for shaving, Wiley Online Library
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