{"id":51533,"date":"2017-06-04T18:38:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-04T22:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/?p=51533"},"modified":"2023-08-17T15:45:26","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T19:45:26","slug":"heres-skin-itching-shave-perfect-cure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/heres-skin-itching-shave-perfect-cure\/","title":{"rendered":"Itching After Shaving? Try This"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
That familiar itch you get after shaving is when you know that something went wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We sometimes to refer to it as razor burn because of the burning feeling the itch causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is absolutely no reason you need to go through your day with this discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are relying on the excuse of dry or sensitive skin \u2013 stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s not a valid reason!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Below we are going to outline all the popular reasons why your skin is feeling itchy after shaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, we aren\u2019t going to stop there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instead, we are going to tell the exact steps that your barber takes in order to deliver that incredibly close and comfortable shave time and time again \u2013 all without a dreaded itch or irritation at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the main reasons we are plagued with itchy skin after shaving is because of dry skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Check this out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you\u2019re shaving, you are literally taking a razor blade across your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a deep exfoliation that removes rough and dead skin cells along with your hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This heavy exfoliation can be taxing on men with sensitive skin. If you\u2019re shaving everyday, you could be making your skin cry out for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An everyday shave can cause your skin to dry out and start to flake, especially if you aren\u2019t doing anything to that vulnerable skin before and after you shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To help prevent a flaky scalp or ashy cheeks, try taking breaks between shavings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Start shaving every other day to help your skin naturally repair itself in between shaving sessions. If you absolutely can\u2019t live with your five o\u2019clock shadow for a day, make sure you are using a proper shave cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re still using a drugstore shave cream, stop right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go to your bathroom, grab that shave cream, and throw it in the garbage!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drugstore shave cream contains all types of artificial ingredients that can irritate your skin and make shaving worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instead, try this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grab a quality shave cream that is full of humectants and natural moisturizers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This will ensure that your skin is properly moisturized while you are shaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The last step in preventing dry skin is helping your face to repair itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your shave shouldn\u2019t end with a towel drying your face!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The skin needs a rich moisturizer to help repair itself and keep from drying out. An aftershave will help close your pores to prevent protection and deeply moisturize your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, not all aftershaves are created equal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ditch the splash, which contains high levels of alcohol, and go for an aftershave balm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A top-notch aftershave balm contains gentle witch hazel and a rich lather of moisturizer to keep your skin smooth as a baby\u2019s bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you think only ladies can have sensitive skin, you\u2019re wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look guys:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While us men might have more rugged skin, harsh chemicals can still cause sensitivity, especially on our face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When our faces get irritated, they can start out dry and itchy but then turn into a rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the first signs of sensitivity is a red or blotchy face post-shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most times, this means that there is an ingredient in our shaving cream that just doesn\u2019t agree with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This means it\u2019s time for a new shaving cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But, don\u2019t just grab the first can of shave cream you see from the grocery store shelf. Many of the shave cream products in grocery stores are filled with the same artificial ingredients that originally caused your face to react.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instead, grab a shave cream that is made with all natural ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not only will this be better for you, the natural ingredients are also going to be gentler on your skin and less likely to cause an allergic reaction. You can find high quality shave creams online or in shaving stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We all know the feeling of shaving with a dull razor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It doesn\u2019t get the job done efficiently and right after that shave we feel the slight burning and tingling on our face. That\u2019s when we know that razor burn is setting in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why would you keep shaving with a dull razor?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It takes multiple strokes to get one patch of hair and it irritates our skin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But look here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually we keep a razor longer than needed because we keep forgetting to pick up a new one or we don\u2019t want to spend the money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Well, no longer are you allowed to say that the cost of razors stops you from changing it as often as you need to!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re still stuck on cartridge razors, Dollar Shave Club<\/a> or Harry\u2019s<\/a> are great subscription services that allow you to regularly get new razors for pennies on the dollar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They also come straight to your door so you don\u2019t have to remember to pick up new razors at the store.\u00a0 But, our all-time favorite affordable option is the humble safety razor.\u00a0 Safety razors are cheap but quality, and give you the best shave possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best part about safety razors is that the blades cost a fraction of the price of even subscription shave clubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, you won\u2019t break the bank when you reach for a fresh blade.<\/p>\n\n\n