Dr Shave’s Book of Shaving Head and Body Shaving

The expert guide to the world of shaving Head and Body Shaving

Introduction

Head shaving has been practised since In recent years men have taken to the time of the ancient Greeks, Romans shaving their chest and back hair finally and Egyptians for hygiene reasons and in acknowledging what women have always the military. To this day recruits in some known, that the hairy ape look is best left countries are initiated by having their to the apes. Some go further and shave heads shaved. all over, even down below. So whether you want the total hairless Today, many men head shave as a experience or just your chest and back lifestyle choice, others prefer the shaved hairless, Dr Shave as ever shows you look to the ‘comb over’ look if they how and what you need. are balding.

In this chapter Dr Shave will go over the options available for a close head shave including which razors to use and the steps needed to avoid cuts.

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Head and Body Shaving

It’s not just facial hair that Dr. Shave knows a specific head shaving cream such as HeadBlade everything about. I’m the top dog for HeadBlade Slick, simply put some into everything shaving and in this chapter I’ll the palms of your hands and apply to teach you how to shave your head, armpits the scalp and pubic areas safely and comfortably. ƒƒ Wet razor with warm water and shave in short strokes of 30-40mm at a time You may wish to use a safety razor or ƒƒ Subsequent strokes are made from a cartridge type razor. Either way be this starting point cutting close to the sure to take note of my tips to avoid any scalp and at the base of the hair. Try to unnecessary shaving problems due to avoid making repeat strokes over the poor technique. same area so as to minimise the risk of nicks and razor burn For head shaving, consider using a shaving that delivers a close shave, we ƒƒ You can use a mirror if you like until HeadBlade head razor and HeadBlade highly recommend HeadBlade. you gain experience – thereafter you shaving cream, after shave balm and may find you can shave by touch alone moisturiser. HeadBlade tools are Head Shaving with a Wet Razor ƒƒ After the shave, run your fingers over specifically designed for head shaving, the scalp to feel for any bits you have they are easy to use and it’s almost As with shaving the face, do not apply missed. Then carefully go over the area impossible to cut your scalp as a too much pressure with the razor, use a again – always reapply shaving cream, HeadBlade razor uses little wheels to ride top quality brush and shaving cream, use failure to do so may lead to razor nicks the contours of your scalp. a fresh blade, and take your time. or razor burn These little head razors are compatible ƒƒ Thoroughly wet the scalp ƒƒ Rinse your head with warm water to with other cartridge razor blades ƒƒ Apply a generous layer of shaving remove all traces of shaving cream and including Mach3. For safe, fast head cream with a brush or if you are using hair and dry off

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ƒƒ Apply after shave balm or other soothing For those who want to keep their body ƒƒ Don’t apply too much pressure with agents. HeadBlade have a range of after hair trimmed rather than clean shaven the razor! head shaving products that soothe and an electric trimmer is perfect for keeping ƒƒ A light touch with a new blade will moisturise the shaved area things neat and tidy. It’s an extremely shave closely and be less likely to cut ƒƒ If your first head shave is not close - easy way to keep hair short, even, and the skin don’t worry - you’ll get a closer one as neat, and the trimmer can be used over ƒƒ Have someone help you shave your you become more experienced. the entire area. However for a perfect, back and other inaccessible bits hairless look you need to wet shave. ƒƒ Try to avoid repeated razor strokes We know that lots of men buy travel over the same areas as this will lead to shaving razors for head shaving, this is Body shaving is best achieved if these razor burn and maybe razor rash because these razors are lightweight and basic rules are followed. ƒƒ Short side to side and up and down have short handles making them ideal for strokes may be necessary on the head shaving, these razors are available ƒƒ Remove long hair with a hair trimmer underarm, where hair grows in all in Gillette Mach3 and Fusion and safety or scissors directions razor versions. ƒƒ Wash the skin with warm water to ƒƒ Use short up and down strokes on the soften the hair, open the hair follicle pubic area Body Shaving and relax and cleanse the skin ƒƒ Rinse the blade often - a clogged ƒƒ You may want to do this whilst in the blade is no good for shaving People shave parts of their bodies for bath – be sure to shower afterwards to ƒƒ Make sure there’s still shaving lather all sorts of reasons. I’m not going to remove all traces of soap and hair wherever you’re shaving judge and I’m not going to tell people ƒƒ If you’re shaving your whole body do a ƒƒ When you’ve finished the shave, be what to do either - I’m only here to tell little area at a time and take it slow sure to look after this now very delicate you the best way to shave. Regardless ƒƒ Apply shaving cream to the area to be and sensitive skin! of which part of your body you want shaved to shave the same basic rules apply ƒƒ Use a new blade to achieve a good shave and maintain ƒƒ Gently pull the skin taut - for the soft, healthy skin. armpits raising the arm may be sufficient for this

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Post-shave Tips Remember, a comfortable shave that leaves your skin, healthy, soft and Itching after shaving the pubic area the refreshed does not come without a Always: first couple of times is quite common degree of effort and due care and and easily remedied. The itching will go attention on your part.  Allow plenty of time for away if you keep shaving, particularly if the shave you shave often, as stubble is one major  Good preparation is cause of itch. If the itching is persistent very important here are some remedies to try:  Use quality tools and creams  Develop a good technique ƒƒ Cool the itchy area by laying a cold  Treat your skin to the best flannel over it, or gently pat the shaving aftercare lotions irritated skin ƒƒ Rub the area with an ice cube ƒƒ Use dry skin lotion regularly on areas you’ve shaved to help reduce irritation, itching, and to soften the skin and hair follicles – this also will reduce the discomfort caused by ‘stubble’ in between shaves ƒƒ Apply a clear, unscented Vitamin E oil or baby oil ƒƒ Apply an over-the-counter cortisone anti-itch cream (this may help with razor burn and little red bumps as well) ƒƒ Dust with Wakodo Dusting Powder.

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