Hi,
How to prevent shaving rash? I have to do so before a photo in a month. Went to dermatologist, and was prescribed a pill to take, but nothing else. I can ask them for something, but I'm not sure what.
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some tips to prevent shaving rash:
Use an Aftershave Lotion with Little or No Alcohol:
Moisturize:
Exfoliate Regularly:
Use a Deep Pore Cleanser:
Apply an Anti-Aging Eye Balm:
Consider an Herb-Mint Facial Mask:
Consult Your Dermatologist:
Remember, consistency in your skincare routine is key to preventing shaving rash. Good luck with your photo!
Sources: A Skincare Guide for Beginners, self care routine suggestions, Oily skin and bad acne after starting fulltime, What is everyone's daily morning/evening routine like?, Hair Products...for Men!
Aftershave lotion
Using a good, clean razor
Not shaving against the grain if it bothers you
If none of that works, use an electric razor or make intentional stubble your new look.
No, whatever you do, don’t use an electric razor, it makes the problem worse.
Shave with the grain and only once. No relathering to make a second against-the-grain pass.
Shave before bed so redness has time to heal before you leave the house.
Had a similar issue.
I switched to a shaving gel and REALLY loaded it up. Use a razor sharp safety razor so I don’t have to hack at my skin. Gently with the hair, then against it.
Afterwards, rinse with warm water and apply an alum block (will sting like shit). Then rinse off with warm water, and apply cold water.
Don’t personally use aftershave.
Hope this helps!
Braun makes some good razors, series 9 etc
Do you have curly hair by chance?
Using a neutral and unscented moisturiser immediately after shaving has made a world of difference, particularly to the lower-neck area where the grain starts to get a bit more complicated. Switching to CeraVe was well worth the increased unit cost.
One thing along with foil shavers, clean sharp razors, shaving gel, and aftershave is some people have a condition where many of their beard hair is ingrown. So if you shave you get extremely uncomfortable and irritating razor bumps.
I knew a guy in the military who got an exception to keep a beard because of this. So you might want to look in to that and grow a small, trimmed, professional looking beard.
I've found that using an electric razor for my stache and a razor for my cheeks/neck minimized any rash I get. A good piece of advice I once got was to be very gentle, never apply pressure, and let the razor do the work, also to apply a touch of water to the shaving cream after you apply it to make it a bit smoother. Take your time when shaving
Ice cube after shaving
Don't shave and grow a beard.
Use an electric shaver to get as close as possible to your skin, then use a straight blade. Change the blade frequently.
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