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Is it better to shave at morning or night? 8591
 

Is it better to shave at morning or night?

Learning how to shave is not really hard once you get the hang of it. Here I'll show you the methods to do it properly. keep reading →
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MickS profile image87

MickS says

you get a razor, you lather yourself up with shaving soap and you keep at it until you can do it without cutting yourself. Mmmm, I've been doing it since 1963 and I still ain't got it right:-)

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How to Get More Life From Your Disposable Razor 7687

How to Get More Life From Your Disposable Razor

I've tried them all, including the old fashion razor and strap, but the nagging part of shaving is working your way to bellying up to the sink to perform the art.  I became a disposable blade user about 15... keep reading →
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How to get the best shave of your life 8790

How to get the best shave of your life

With all of the commercials these days depicting the commercial multi-blade razors that look more like a cheese grater than something you'd want to drag across your face, shaving properly like a real man has been lost in time.  Learning how to... keep reading →
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Walkster profile image78

Walkster says

How not to shave

sometimes the best way to learn how to do something is knowing what you shouldn't do. I am going to give a list of nots so you will know what the shoulds are. 1. Don't shave without a mirror you will probably get cut!

2. Don't shave without using shaving cream, this is something i do when i am in a hurry and trust me it's not worth it.3. Don't shave while under the influence, just seeing if your still with me. 4.Don't use a single edge razor. You may find it works okay but i don't. 5.Electric razors work for some but they burn my face. 6. Always remember when shaving the object is not to get cut. If the end result is alot of nicks on your face you probably did something wrong or maybe this article was not very helpful.

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heart4theword says

That depends, on whether you want to shave your legs, your mustache or beard, or your head:)

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How to shave your beard in 15 easy steps. 6278

How to shave your beard in 15 easy steps.

So you have woken up out of a complete stupor.  What the hell happened to your face? You have an animal living on it. No wait, it is not an animal, it is your beard.  Where did it come from?  That is... keep reading →
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For Men: How to give yourself the best shave 6786

For Men: How to give yourself the best shave

Step 1 : Get the right materials. Shaving cream (foamy type). Avoid the electric razors. While they can do an ok job, my experience is that they irritate the face and certainly do not provide a close shave. I can grow a pretty serious beard in... keep reading →
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Use a razor, gentlemen! 5670

Use a razor, gentlemen!

Of all the ways to shave I've used, the best way is with the good, old fashioned razor and shaving cream. It gives the best shave and you feel better, too. I shave the up and down method, down the face and... keep reading →
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The best shave ever 5271

The best shave ever

Shaving is an old art which has lost is tradition in the modern world. With the introduction of disposable razors and businesses wanting to make profits on their products, it is no wonder that getting the... keep reading →
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edzee says

Choices to handle the removal of hair on one's face should always begin with your skin. Washing your face is the prep work necessary to not damaging your complexion as you place either fast-moving electric or razor-sharp blades to your mug. There are plenty of excellent cleansers available that not only clean but keep your face in great shape, maintaining your youthful self and making your ready for whatever interpersonal or public outing you may ave in mind. Heck, you might just be taking a picture for your Facebook page, either way you're gonna look sharp.

If shaving by razor, get these tools: a safety razor, shaving cream, and a mirror. The last one seems obvious but a clean mirror will prevent accidents and a mirror with the ability to magnify will allow you to shave with precision if you maintain a beard. (Note: the old-time straight razor is not for the newly initiated or the squeamish. Use of this tool is for another post entirely.) Thoroughly wash your face with warm/hot water to prepare your skin and soften your stubble. Apply generous amount of shave cream approximately where you have a beard. Take the razor by the handle and pull down as the hair grows on your face in steady fashion. Try to avoid short choppy movements. Trickiest parts of your face will be your chin and neck. Don't try to pull your skin tight with your free hand too much. Remember to clean off the razor periodically with running water from the sink so the razor is clean when it passes over your face next.

When you're done, dry your face with a towel. Run your fingers over your face to see if you missed anywhere or look again in the mirror. If you did you can wet your face and place some shave cream where you missed and get it. Trust the shaving cream, it's there to lubricate the razor blade as it cuts the hair. Also trust the razor, provided its sharp: don't continue to use a blade until it's dull to save money. A newer blade is safer than an old one.

Here's a popular brand and good razor, but there are more that work well also:

http://www.gillette.com/en-US/?gclid=CI7A49DXn58CF/home/

Note: if you do nick yourself, do not panic. Ideally, old-time approach is to use a styptic pencil (if you can find one at the drug store) or a small piece of toilet paper. Before these remedies, cool wash cloth over the nick and pat dry. Use the TP tag to help the nick clot. It'll sting, but it will keep from ruining a shirt you might have on.

Hope this helps. Glad to answer any other questions. And if you're wondering, I use both electric and conventional safety razors throughout the year. They both have their advantages and disadvantages.

Stay classy!

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How to Shave for Men 6173

How to Shave for Men

Wikimedia Commons | Jakemealue There's a whole world of shaving options out there for men. Which shavers work, and which don't? What about shaving cream - is foam better than gel? What's the best option for a... keep reading →
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How To Shave, Look Good and Feel Great 4766

How To Shave, Look Good and Feel Great

Shaving suggestions from a guy who does it everyday Sure, shaving is not for everyone, even though it has been done since guys were in caves and used to get their girls by hitting them on the head and dragging them home for some lifetime tender... keep reading →
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Men's Shaving -How to shave for begginers 5477

Men's Shaving -How to shave for begginers

Mens's shaving is a daily chore for most of us. Do men's shaving correctly, looks simple, not too difficult, but for a beginner it has it's secrets .... To tell you the truth my dad should of spent a few... keep reading →
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Shaving 5876

Shaving

I tend to get  a lot of hair on my face and as a female that to me is not attractive some, that is some people think it is attractive.I for one do not think so on a woman,but on a man it can be very nice if kept up. So in the case that you do not... keep reading →
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Straight razor lessons for the adventurous 6159

Straight razor lessons for the adventurous

For some people the straight razor can look very intimidating. In our modern society of protected 5 bladed safety razors and pre-mixed shaving cream canisters, there is still hope of true manliness and... keep reading →
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Guide to a Clean Shave 5264

Guide to a Clean Shave

Getting a good shave involves more than just a sharp razor. If you watch the razor commercials it makes it seem like having a 6-bladed monstrosity is all you'll need. I learned the hard way this is not the... keep reading →
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Shaving Your Legs (girls) How to Shave Your Legs 5364

Shaving Your Legs (girls) How to Shave Your Legs

I have friends who spend a solid extra fifteen minutes in the shower every time they shave their legs. But, good news! It doesn't have to take that long at all! You can shave your legs quickly and efficiently... keep reading →
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directsaurabh says

Simple, try to make hair soft by lather or else for some minutes. When hair becomes soft enough then use your razor to cut through. Always try to use new blades or good quality razor. Caution! Never use razor of any other person as it is strictly dangerous. Thanks and God bless

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Shaving Can Be Erotic 6585

Shaving Can Be Erotic

I have a saying....A man truly becomes intimately, physically and intensely passionate and perhaps the seeds of something more emotional become firmly planted in such a relationship when he deeply feels and is treated like a MAN - in the most... keep reading →
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Sensitive Skin Approaches 6480

Sensitive Skin Approaches

Ever wonder why those annoying, itchy, painful red bumps always happen right after a shave? It's a mixture of skin agitations like razor bumps and ingrown hairs. Big trouble for date night, and just plain annoying. keep reading →
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I do my Shave like This 6382

I do my Shave like This

Just Checking Shave Shaving when the skin is dry, leads to razor burns and red slashes across the chin and cheeks, so thats why i use warm water or Luke warm water to make my beard soften and wet.  A... keep reading →
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Best Shaving Practices 6880

Best Shaving Practices

It all depends on the area you want to shave, but let me assume it is the facial hairs. ELECTRIC OR STANDARD RAZORS When using electric shavers shaving is quite simple: just plug and use in line with the... keep reading →
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Close Shave Every Time 4172

Close Shave Every Time

1. Start by washing your face daily. 2. Get a good Razor. My experience has shown that a razor with 3 or more blades works best. My Preference is the Quattro Titanium. The blades seem to last the longest.... keep reading →
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Smooth Shave in 5 minutes 6153

Smooth Shave in 5 minutes

 Shaving in everyday life has a great importance. It not only cleans your face but it add a great value to your personality. When we see a well shaven face out attention automatically rests on the man who... keep reading →
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How to get the closest shave possible 6562

How to get the closest shave possible

I remember the first time i shaved. I had the softest little mustache ever. It didn't stand a chance against the plastic razor and cheap shaving cream that assaulted it. I didn't know it then but that was the... keep reading →
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denihubpages says

Clippers are as effective as shaving powders and creams but the nature and how sensitive the skin is matters a lot.

Adopting bad shaving method will cause bumps and even induce acne on the skin surface.

www.acnetreatreviews.com sheds more light on this.

Therefore, these points should be well-considered before adopting a shaving technique for better results.

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How to get that perfect shave 5357

How to get that perfect shave

Ever since prehistoric man first scraped a seashell across his cheek so prehistoric woman would let him dance cheek-to-cheek, shaving has been a part of the male experience. But even with today’s high-tech razors, lots of men still  get nicks,... keep reading →
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ankigarg87 says

Wash your face thoroughly before shaving. This will prevent infections in case of nicks. You may want to exfoliate using a rough exfoliating cream. This will better prepare your skin and beard for shaving. Soak a facecloth in warm water, and hold it to your beard for 30 seconds. This will help soften and loosen the hair and skin.Make sure to use an unused or relatively new razor for the closest and least painful shave.For the top section of your beard, shave from the top of the beard to the edge of your jaw-line in long, even strokes.To shave under your chin and your neck, shave from the bottom of your neck upwards to prevent razor burn and ingrown hairs.To shave your upper lip, stretch it over your front teeth to tighten the skin, and shave downwards.Rinse your razor after each stroke to keep it from becoming clogged up with hair.Wash off excess shaving cream with warm water, and look for sections of beard you may have missed. Wet your razor to shave these remaining sections.After shaving, use a toner rather than an alcohol-based aftershave. Alcohol will dry out your skin, and possibly cause damage. Apply moisturizer after toning to complete your shave.

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LEmason says

deciding on which products to use when shaving, is the first step in achieving a pleasant expierence. yes shaving can be fun. whether you are shaving yours, arms, legs, or face. washing the area to be shaved with warm soapy water with help lift the hair folices for a closer shave . lather the area to be shaved with soap, shaving cream or conditoner. yes conditioner, having been shaving various body parts and using various shaving creams, i have determined that condtioner works best . not only does it lather the area being shaved but it leaves it silky smooth. so on your next shaving expedition, grab your razor or your electric shaver and your favorite bottle of conditioner.

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