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Do you know why men hate to shave? Because after this procedure, the skin becomes sensitive, irritation often appears and even acne is not uncommon. We will tell you how to deal with the latter.
Why do pimples appear after shaving?
Pimples usually appear in places where hair grows the fastest. The reason may be oily and very oily skin in men. But there are also external factors that cannot be discounted. Read more about acne on the face in men.
Dull blade. Try to change your razor blade every 3-4 days so as not to expose your skin to the risk of injury.
Wrong shaving technique. Download the video with the shaving master class and learn how to do it right once and for all.
Undesirable consequences of frequent shaving
Among the most frequent consequences of shaving are irritation, redness of the skin, but rashes also occur. To understand what’s going on, take a mirror with a magnification option and take a good look at your skin.
Check out everything you know about men’s skin.
Dryness and irritation
Acne
In scientific terms, these are inflammatory elements associated with the mouth of the hair follicles. Possible reasons for their formation are banal – ingrown hairs and the ingress of bacteria into microdamages caused by shaving. There is only one conclusion: observe facial hygiene and regularly (two to three times a week) cleanse your skin with special exfoliating products.
How to Get Rid of Acne
To prevent acne, use the right cosmetics.
If acne has already appeared, you need to get rid of them, but this does not mean that you can dissolve your hands. In no case should you squeeze out acne, otherwise you can provoke the development of inflammatory processes. Seek help from a dermatologist. And don’t forget about proper skin care.
Choose cosmetics that include:
salicylic acid;
fruit acids;
vitamins A, E, C;
hyaluronic acid.
Prevention
It is easier to prevent a problem than to deal with it later. That is why it is worth taking note of a few rules.
How to shave
Follow these steps while shaving.
Steam the skin (just apply a hot towel to your face or take a hot shower).
Before shaving, apply foam or gel to the skin.
Move the razor in the direction of hair growth.
After Shave
Wash your face, removing any remaining foam or gel from your face.
Apply shaving cream or lotion to wet face.
Funds overview
Special gels for washing regulate the production of sebum, and aftershave balms soothe irritated epidermis.
3-in-1 facial cosmetic “Clear Skin Active”, Garnier
Effectively cleanses thanks to the absorbent action of charcoal, exfoliates the skin with natural scrub particles, cares for the skin due to the caring properties of blueberry extract.
Cleansing foaming gel for oily skin Effaclar Gel, La Roche-Posay
Zinc pidolate is known for its sebum-regulating and antibacterial properties. Thermal water soothes, softens and moisturizes the skin.
Soothing aftershave balm Sensi Baume, Vichy
Eliminates discomfort and softens the skin thanks to caring ingredients and thermal water in the composition.