Then, apply a moisturizing shave gel or shave lather that contains soothing and nourishing ingredients, such as Aloe Vera or Cucumber Extract. A dull blade can tug at the hairs and spread bacteria. This can leave your beard with a nasty razor burn that feels tender and causes red, angry bumps. Always use a clean, single-blade safety razor when shaving.
Unlike multi-blade, a single-blade safety razor is less likely to cause irritation. After each stroke, run your razor blade under the faucet to remove excess hair and shave gel clogging the blade. If your face still feels rough in certain areas, simply apply more lather and go gently over the area once more.
Shaving too much in one spot will cause irritation, so let your skin be after the second go-around. Finally, wash your face and always apply a soothing moisturizer to your face. We recommend shaving against the grain only in the areas of your face where there is stubble left over from your few passes with the grain.
Of course, many men have coarse, thick beards that seem to only get that close shave against the grain. If this isn't your first rodeo, then you know your face and what it can handle. If you are a newbie, take your time and experiment. Across the grain refers to using horizontal strokes instead of vertical ones on your face.
This is a great way to get a closer shave if shaving with the grain isn't cutting it, while still naturally guarding you from irritation or cuts, unlike shaving against the grain.
Not only that, this method also makes shaving in difficult, sensitive areas much more convenient, for example under your nose, neck and the ever tricky jawline. We've had some great feedback from many customers who use across the grain, specifically on their neck to get that closer shave without the nicks or irritation.
We recommend two pass shaving for best results when shaving with the Single Edge. The first pass being with the grain and the second being with or across, depending on your beard. If possible, avoid shaving against the grain. No shave should look alike and the experimentation phase is all a part of the fun process of getting to know you're unique beard. By shaving against the grain, you are ensuring that the hairs are entirely removed from the skin, reducing any possible chances of irritation.
Before starting the shaving process, mapping out your face is an absolute must. When you go into a barbershop, this is typically the first step that every trained professional will do before they even touch your hair. Knowing the shape of your hairline and also the direction of your hair growth will allow you to get a super close shave. When shaving against the grain, it is important to take it slow with the razor. The reason most individuals end up with ingrown hairs or redness is that they try and go to quick.
If you do not take a second and slow down with the razor chances are you are going to make a mistake and accidentally cut yourself.
When shaving against the grain, you want to go in with a light hand vs. Pushing too hard on the razor can cause the skin to get caught in the blade accidentally. This can cause redness, irritation, scarring, and even an infection. By using a light hand and a fresh blade, you reduce the risk of any possible mishaps while shaving against the grain.
When shaving, you want to make sure that your razor glides across your skin without tugging on it. This will help reduce the chance of getting razor bumps and increase the comfort level of your shave.
Just like you would take the proper steps to prep your skin for shaving, you want to make sure your skin can handle the aftereffects. There are a few solid ways that you can still get a close shave without having to irritate your face or damage your skin.
First of all, you want to invest in a single-blade razor. Multiple blades have often been seen as the better way to get a closer shave, but modern cartridge razors can often cause razor bumps and irritation.
Your razor should also be sharp — ideally a fresh blade. A worn blade is likely to be much less efficient and can do the unfortunate pulling of the hair which leads to major discomfort. Then you want to wash your face with warm water.
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