How To Prevent Razor Bumps - Almasi Skincare

This blog post on how to prevent razor bumps has been written to help you stop developing the bumps that occur after shaving in the beard area. These razor bumps are also known as Pseudofolliculitis Barbae or shave bumps or ingrown hairs.

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How To Prevent Razor Bumps:

Use Magic Shaving Powder

The first thing that you can do to prevent razor bumps from developing is to stop shaving and use depilatories like Magic Shaving Powder.

Magic Shaving Powder is one of the best depilatories that can be used to prevent razor bumps because it has been specially formulated for black men to remove coarse, textured hair.

Magic Shaving Powder is to be used as follows:

Mix 2 teaspoons of the powder with an equal amount of water until it forms a cream. Apply the cream to the beard area and leave it for 5-7 minutes before removing it with a damp cloth. Rinse the area thoroughly with water.

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How To Prevent Razor Bumps:

Grow Your Hair

Growing your hair and not shaving is another thing you can do to prevent razor bumps since they are caused by shaving.

How To Prevent Razor Bumps:

Use The Right Razor

Use a sharp razor which ideally should have a single blade since razors with multiple blades can tag the skin. Ensure that you change it after 5 to 7 shaves or every 2-3 weeks. A good example is the Weishi Nostalgic Handle Razor. You can also use an electric razor.

Shave When The Hair Is Soft

Hold a warm, wet cloth to the area to be shaved for five minutes to loosen the hair and cause it to swell as this makes the hair less likely to curl back into the skin. You can also shave after showering.

How To Prevent Razor Bumps:

Use The Right Shaving Products

Before shaving, use a non-comedogenic, exfoliating cleanser as it will remove the dead skin cells so that they do not get in the way of the razor or clog the hair follicles. This also ensures a smooth shave. A good example is the Anthony Glycolic Facial Cleanser.

During shaving, use a moisturizing shaving cream or a shaving gel. This softens the hairs and keeps the skin slippery as you shave. A good example is Harry’s Shaving Gel with Aloe. You can also use a shaving oil like The Art of Shaving Pre Shave Oil.

After shaving use a lotion that has been formulated with ingredients to reduce the risk of developing razor bumps. A good example is Nivea Men Post Shave Balm.

Shave In The Direction Of Hair Growth

Since shaving against the direction of hair growth causes irritation, shave in the direction of hair growth and reduce the number of hairs that get trapped. In addition when curly hairs get cut with the grain, they are less likely to curl back into the pore.