Razor Burn?

[efript]

After I shave I get little red dots on my neck, wtf? Is it razor burn? If I get an electric shaver will it prevent it from happening?

 

[bradruth]

Yeah, that's razor burn. Electric can be even worse (or at least it is for me), but you could give it a try.

 

[Nanotech]

An electric shaver will not necessarily prevent this from happening and yes it is razor burn. Go slow and use loads of hot water to open up your pores.

I shave in the shower so that the hot water runs constantly over my face to help prevent razor burn. I also do not use shaving cream as it is unnecessary. 😀

 

[KarenMarie]

b/f get worse razor burns with electric.
try using an after shave lotion. or baby powder!

no, not aqua velva!!
🙂

edit: you could also try shaving with hair conditioner instead of shaving cream/gel. I know it sounds weird, but it is 1/2 the price, lasts longer, as you only need a tiny bit and also conditions your skin for shaving.

 

[Balt]

Also try going with the grain rather than against it. Less irritation that way, I find (even if the shave isn't as close).

 

[NikPreviousAcct]

Razor burn can occur via several reasons.
1) dull razor
2) sensative skin
3) already have ingrown-hairs in that area

 

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[EngenZerO]

by better shaving cream, one geared more to sensitive skin?

 

[NikPreviousAcct]

Originally posted by: EngenZerO
by better shaving cream, one geared more to sensitive skin?

Yes. Edge makes a great sensative skin formula. Also, you may want to "prime" your skin by using cold water to rinse your face before you lather up and maybe even slightly slapping your skin a bit. It makes the pores close up and the hair stand on end, making them easier to catch the razor's edge.

 

[Emrys]

Shave with the grain first atleast then up just to get what you missed and make sure to use aftershave.

 

[NikPreviousAcct]

Originally posted by: Emrys
Shave with the grain first atleast then up just to get what you missed and make sure to use aftershave.

Shaving with the grain will get a majority of the hair. With sensative skin, you may want to rinse with cold water and re-lather up again before shaving against the grain to get a much, much better shave.

 

[beatle]

Shave with hot (not scalding) water. Hot water has lower surface tension. This helps to soften the hairs and open your pores (relaxes your face). If your face is taut (like when you get goosebumps) you'll be shaving off the bumps, and that's skin! It's also a good idea to wait at least 30 minutes after waking up to shave, as the fluid in your body will drain from your skin and your skin won't "puff up" as much. This means you can get a closer shave that will last longer. After shaving, rinse with cold water to close up your pores, and avoid aftershave with alcohol. Unscented is best, as most of the scented after shaves use alcohol to carry the scent.

 

[Balt]

Nivea aftershave balm is soooo nice after a shave. highly recommended.

 

[cthulhu]

I've tried several shaving lotions and the results were all the same for me. I ran out of shaving lotion one day and used my bathing soap. I get just as good results with soap as I ever did with shaving lotion. It's hit or miss with me - sometimes I get razor burn and sometimes I don't. I always shave after I shower and use hot water. I use a gillette sensor exel. I change the razor blades one a month. This setup seems to work the best for me.