✨ Shaving 101: How to Avoid Bumps & Get Silky Soft Skin
Shaving should leave your skin feeling soft and smooth — not irritated or bumpy. If you’re tired of razor burn, ingrown hairs, or itchy skin after shaving, it’s time to upgrade your routine.
Here’s a beginner-friendly, glow-up approved shaving routine that will leave you with silky soft skin and zero irritation:
🛁 Step 1: Start With Steam
Before you even touch your razor, prep your skin. A warm shower or bath softens your hair and opens your pores — making shaving easier and gentler.
Glow Tip:
Let warm water hit your skin for at least 3–5 minutes before you begin.
🧴 Step 2: Use Shaving Cream (Never Dry Shave!)
Shaving cream is not optional. It provides a smooth barrier, helps your razor glide, and protects your skin from cuts.
Best picks:
- EOS Vanilla Shave Cream
- Billie Whipped Shave Cream
- Dr. Bronner’s Unscented Organic Shaving Soap (gentle!)
🪒 Step 3: Shave in Gentle Strokes
Use a clean, sharp razor and shave with the grain (especially on sensitive skin). Don’t press too hard.
Shaving Do’s:
- Rinse your blade after every stroke
- Replace razors every 5–7 uses
- Use a fresh blade for each new shave area if you’re prone to bumps
💧 Step 4: Moisturize After Shaving
Right after patting dry, apply a hydrating body lotion to seal in moisture and soothe your skin.
Bonus: Use aloe vera gel or a body oil if you’re extra sensitive.
Top Picks:
- Aveeno Daily Moisturizing
- Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream
- Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Oil
Optional But Glowy Girl Approved:
- Exfoliate 1–2x a week with a gentle scrub or dry brush before shaving to prevent ingrown hairs
- Apply Tend Skin or salicylic acid solution after shaving for extra protection from bumps
Final Thoughts
Silky skin isn’t just about what you use — it’s how you treat your skin. Be gentle, be consistent, and treat your routine like a self-care ritual.
💖 You deserve to feel soft, smooth, and confident every day.
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