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Sensitive skins are not so-called for nothing. They are quite prone to all kinds of skin problems such as rashes, pimples, bleeding, and excessive pain. It is for this reason that they have to be approached uniquely and with careful consideration. This can only happen if the right piece of information is attained in the process. You definitely have to find a combination of products and practices that are geared towards this role. The specially designed razors for sensitive skin are your best bet. They are the ones that have the ability to minimize the pains and injuries that potentially arise at such times. Lastly, you also have to master and adhere to the relevant tips for shaving these kinds of skins. These tips will also go a long way in reducing the potential injuries and harms that may arise. They also make the process of shaving enjoyable and very fruitful on the whole. We are well aware of this fact only too well. That is why we have stepped in deliberately to help you out. We have carried out extensive research in the area of sensitive skins and are glad to present you our research findings here. IMPORTANT TIPS TO SHAVING WITH SENSITIVE SKIN Tip #1: Refrain from using cartridge razors and opt for the safety razors instead The cartridge razors are never that safe, especially for sensitive skin. This is because they are rough and are generally more likely to inflict pain. In addition to these, they cause lots of pain, are harsh, irritate the skin, cause razor burns, and contribute to the formation of ingrown hairs in most persons. This is not to mention that they are also more expensive to afford. In light of this, you should abandon it and instead prefer the safety razors. In particular, dump the 3, 4, and 5-blade cartridge razors. The double-edged razors could be your best bet. Tip #2: Shave with sharper blades Sharper blades are better for you if you are that kind of a person who has sensitive skins. This is mainly because they pierce through the whiskers without necessary pulling off the skin and hair or inflicting quite a number of agitations. You will hence less likely cause your skin to develop rashes and other ghastly appearances on the whole. What’s more? They also expedite the process of shaving as they take shorter to generate the required outcomes on the whole. You will not have to wait for too long or apply too much effort to obtain the required outcomes by placing your bet on them. Tip #3: Shave along the Grain Under normal circumstances, it is normally tempting and better to shave against the grain in order to obtain close shaves and finer outcomes. However, this ought not to be the case if you have sensitive skin. Doing so may often worsen the already volatile situation. Examples of the dangers that this approach may pose are constant irritations, razor burns, and ingrown hairs, to name but a few! You, therefore, must shave along the grain. Do so repeatedly for better outcomes and closer shaves. Tip #4: Shower with hot water before shaving your hair One of the most effective ways of shaving your hair and minimizing irritations in the process is to shower preferably with hot water beforehand. The temperature of the water should be as hot as can be. While showering, you should also take advantage to exfoliate in order to clean away the dirt that may be hidden within the sweat pores. You are advised to use mild mechanical exfoliants such as the loofah for better results. These procedures will expedite the processes of shaving and guarantee awesome outcomes on the whole. Tip #5: Try out the Slant Safety Razors Generally speaking, the slanted safety razors are generally more aggressive than their standard straight razor counterparts. However, you would rather try them out as opposed to the ordinary razors. This is mainly because such kinds of razors lead to fewer irritations. They also do a comparatively better job by demanding less downward pressure and also bring about the required outcome with the minimal number of passes possible. They also do a better job on the whole, especially when measured against their milder razor counterparts. This is not to mention that they also inflict also fewer razor burns on the whole. Tip #6: Make use of the Witch Hazel and Argan Oil to Treat the Irritations In case you do experience inflammations after each shave, chances are that you might be getting some tiny infections in each pore. Your skin could also not be receiving enough moisture. To ward off these issues, you should acquire and incorporate the Argan Oil and the Witch Hazel in your beard treatment regime. These substances have anti-inflammatory properties which play a great role in minimizing inflammations. The Argan Oil further contains plenty of oleic acids which is a great moisturizer. They are subsequently well able to secure your skin and minimize the dangers mentioned. Tip #7: Pay Attention to Your Shaving Technique It is necessary that you pay keen attention to the process of shaving. You do not want to be negligent at all and in the process, inflict some dangers on yourself. To achieve this, you have to let your razor do the task of shaving under its own weight. You should not push down the razor too hard as this might predispose your skin to more harm and damage. Other than this, you should also take note of the angle of the blade. The cartridge razors possess a swivel head which alters the angles whenever the shaving process is ongoing. The angle determines the quality of the shaves. Tip #8: Clean the Blade from Time to Time Needless to say, you have to clean the blade of your razor from time to time. This is to get rid of the dirt that may potentially accumulate on the blades while shaving your beards. Use only clean water to do the job. This should preferably happen after each shave to prevent the dirt from hardening and over-accumulating. You should also consider dipping the shavers in alcohol once in a while. This shall neutralize the creams and the whiskers. The end result is a smooth and safer blade on the whole. Tip #9: Dry Your Equipment thoroughly and Consider Using the Barbicide also After cleaning your razors, dry them thoroughly. Use an extremely clean piece of cloth to get rid of excess moisture from the razors. Thereafter, proceed to place the razors out in the open preferably in hot sun and windy place. This is to get rid of all the moisture and dampness that may be left of the razors after cleaning. It also wards off the possibilities of corrosion from arising. While at these, use the barbicide also to eliminate the likelihoods of irritations. This substance kills bacteria and other germs. Tip #10: Use a Post-shave Moisturizer Lastly, you have also to make good use of the post-shave moisturizer. This is simply a substance which you apply on your skin immediately after a shave. The aim of the material is to minimize rashes and the irritations that follow soon after. The moisturizer also maintains the skin moisture contents which is great for the health of your skin on the whole. If you have no other moisturizer in mind, we recommend the Nivea Soft as it is the one that has consistently proved to be great and handy. BEST RAZOR FOR SENSITIVE SKIN FOR MEN REVIEWS #1: MERKUR Slant Bar Double Edge Safety Razor If you are looking for a razor that is great for wet shaving, this is your best choice. It features an aggressive slant bar razor and some two-piece double edge design. The razor gets closer to the skin to bring about the closest shaves imaginable. Its workings are such that they minimize any irritations and scratches that follow soon after a shave. Its handle measures 3 inches and is also knurled to make it great to control out and about. You will also find the razor simpler to keep clean and well able to handle many shaving cycles at a time. #2: SHAVEOLOGY Butterfly Safety Razor Kit for Men Perhaps no other shaver is as suited for sensitive skins better than this one. It is optimized for long shaves and is also safe enough for those skins that are prone to inflammations. Its topmost feature is the Patented Micro-Comb design. This one lifts and cuts the facial hair at your height of choice. In the course of these cuttings, it ensures your freedom from irritations and leaves your skin feeling great. The shaver is also tough and durable. It can withstand some long-term and repeated shaving cycles. This means you will spend less on average to keep it in the best shape and form all the time. The razor is also pretty resilient to tarnish and rusts and is thus safer and more reliable for your engagement. #3: Axe Philips Norelco XA2029/42 Body Groomer Do you sometimes experience allergies and other forms of pains after shaving? You may wish to try this particular shave if you answered in the affirmative. It does come along with a hypo-allergenic foil shaver as well as a round-tip trimmer. These two play the joint roles of preventing skin irritations. Its length comb, on the other hand, enables you to achieve some perfect hair length while shaving. The shaver is powered by batteries. Its battery life is around 50 minutes. It is also accompanied by a length comb, stand, charge cable, cleaning brush, and body groom shaver. These accessories will help you to keep your entire body in well-groomed over and above merely shaving off excess hair. This shaver is also easier to engage. It glides smoothly over your body especially in those areas that are ordinarily very sensitive. It does not at all predispose you to the risks of irritations and also comes in handy when shaving while showering. #4: Gillette Mach3 Men's Disposable Razor With three progressively aligned Mach III blades, this razor is your best bet for those thorough shaving needs. It expedites the process of shaving your beards by reason of being 3-in-1. This stems from its possession of the three blades which shave your skin in just one stroke. Given that it demands fewer strokes from you, the risks of sustaining irritations is thus brought an absolute minimum. Its blades are further coated with the patented Diamond-like Coating. They bring about some sharp and strong cuts on the whole. This is due to its sharp blades that penetrate as close to the skin as possible. The Open Architecture System simplifies the rinsing of the blades. You will thus find it pretty simple to keep the blades clean. The spring-mounted pressure-control system adjusts the blades to the various kinds of skins that might be available. This ensures maximum comfort and more effective shaves. Lastly, it does have a Lubrastrip feature that provides a smooth glide. #5: Braun 790cc Shaver Closing the list of the top shavers is the Braun 790cc Shaver. This is a premium shaver which provides perfect yet thorough and comfortable shaves. It does come along with the most innovative shaving technology. Courtesy of this technology, you may be sure to spend less effort yet obtain greater outcomes in the course of shaving your hair. In each shave cycle, the shaver generates 10,000 micro vibrations. These jointly bring along some extreme thoroughness. They see to it that even the thickest and coarsest hair is effectively dealt with at any given time. You have it for your taking if your hair often grows uncontrollably. Some great features also accompany this machine. These include the two-year warranty, some miscellaneous packages, longer battery run time, and relative ease of use. The sum total of these features guarantees you some comfort and reliability in times of use. HOW TO GET A CLOSE SHAVE WITHOUT IRRITATION To get some close shaves without any irritations, you need to follow these six simple steps: Step I: Prepare your facial hair thoroughly using hot water As stated above, hot water plays a great role in facilitating the process of shaving. This is because it opens up the pores of the skin and aids in exfoliation also. These two make the subsequent tasks of shaving the hair hassle-free and faster. They also make the entire exercise more thorough. Step II: Use sharp blades to do the shaving Sharp blades generally deliver closer shaves. This is because they do not pull or tug out your facial hair unnecessarily. They hence prevent irritations from arising in the process. You have them for your taking if yours is a sensitive skin. Take care though not to sustain cuts as these blades are quite dangerous. Step III: Shave along the Grain If you have sensitive skin, it is imperative that you shave along rather than across the grain. This definitely is to prevent irritations and cuts. This mode of shaving also spares you from the razor burns and the risks of ingrown hair. You may have to pass over the specific portion of the skin multiple times to obtain the best results. Step IV: Perfect your Technique appropriately Chances are you will not obtain the required outcomes in the first attempt. This is why you have to do it repeatedly for the best outcomes, as stated. While at it, be sure to let the weight of the razor do the actual task of shaving. Do not press too hard as you might worsen the likelihood of rashes and pimples arising. Step V: Clean the Blades Frequently To further guarantee you the best possible outcomes imaginable, you have to clean the blades of the shavers frequently. Doing so shall rid your blades of the dirt, dust, and the debris that frequently harden and clog the blades. Use clean water and alcohol to rid the blades of these unwanted materials. You should also see to it that you dry the blades thoroughly before storage. Step VI: Apply an After-shave Moisturizer You definitely must apply some after-shave moisturizer immediately shaving. This is because dry skin is a hotbed of pimples and rashes. By being able to restore and preserve the moisture balance of the skin, these substances also play a vital role in mitigating the proliferation of rashes and pimples. The moisturizer also helps the skin to heal from a bleeding. CONCLUSION You have undoubtedly received the insight you need to make the right decision as pertains matters shaving and beards. We urge you not to stop there. Instead, go ahead and make at least a purchase of one of the products we have hinted or reviewed above. We also ask you to identify one of the procedures we have explained and made good use of it in your haircare regime. It goes without saying that you are not the only one who has sensitive skin. There are indeed innumerable others around you who are in the same shoe as you. Do go ahead to share this information with them also. This will help them to tap into the awesome benefits that the information has to offer. Remember, a healthy skin is a healthy body. You do not want to gamble at all with the health of your skin.