Irritated skin from shaving?

How to look after your skin!

We have all shave/ed, it makes our skin nice and smooth however after a few times you might realize your skin is irritated or even a rash! 

I get a rash every time, it's very uncomfortable and itchy!

  (not my photo)

I'm sure we all know what it feels like!

why does this happen?

using a dull blade, using a hard soap, shaving dry, unconditioned skin and just having sensitive skin.

How to take care of it?;

A cold compress is a very effective and easy way to get instant relief from the burning sensation caused by razor burns. It soothes the area and can reduce inflammation. Plus, it will help reduce redness and itching, as well as prevent razor bumps from forming.

Wrap a few ice cubes in a thin towel. Simply place the towel on the affected area for a few minutes.

Alternatively, you can soak a cloth in cold water and place it on the affected area for a few minutes.

Repeat either of these treatments several times a day as needed.

To prevent razor burn, try splashing with cold water on your skin immediately after shaving.

Aspirin is another easy and simple way to get rid of razor burn very quickly. The anti-inflammatory property of aspirin helps reduce redness and inflammation.

1. Put two aspirins in one teaspoon of warm water.
2. Let it sit for some time, until it turns into a paste.
3. Rub the paste on the affected skin.
4. Leave it on for 10 minutes, and then wash it off with lukewarm water.
5. Use this simple treatment twice a day to get rid of the discomfort. It will also help you get rid of razor bumps.

Note: Those with highly sensitive skin should not use this remedy.

Aloe vera is another great choice for soothing razor burn. The soothing as well as cooling nature of aloe vera will give you instant relief from the burning sensation and inflammation. Also, aloe vera will keep the skin moisturized, which speeds up the healing process.

1. Extract fresh aloe vera gel from an aloe vera leaf.
2. Rub the gel on the affected skin.
3. Allow it to dry on its own, and then rinse it off with cold water.
4. Follow this treatment two or three times daily for two to three days.

For men, men shave their face a lot however there's a few great and easy ways to help their sensitive skin!

Look for shaving creams that have a high concentration of lubricants and moisturizers. The best shaving creams create a rich creamy lather and do not foam up like the cheaper drug store brands. The less "foaming" in the shave cream the better, as it is what is in contact with the skin and beard that matters - all else is wasted. You want as much lubrication as possible between your skin and the razor. And, it has to have great "slip" so that the razor will glide smoothly and effortlessly across your skin. The best shave creams also lock the moisture into the whiskers, keeping them soft and upright, primed for the cut. Less resistance, less irritation, less scraping and fewer nicks. The ideal scenario is to leave the shaving cream on your face for at least a minute before you begin cutting, so that the beard is as soft and wet as possible.

Shaving creams:

Nivea

hope you love it!

Roxy R x