There comes certain time in every man’s life where he needs a perfect shave. Whether you’re going for that all important job interview or you’re about to marry the love of your life, a clean shaven face is a must! While we are personally fond of a little facial hair on a man every now and then, your wedding day is usually reserved for a clean and stubble free face. Here’s our how to shave!
Be prepared
Fresh out of the shower with those open pores is perfect way to start. Put in the extra care and attention your face needs with warm water or a hot and damp face cloth a few minutes before you decide to go in! A non-foaming gel will allow you to see where you’re shaving.
As well as this, investing in a quality trimmer and shaver will work wonders as you’re not just trimming hair, you’re also removing layers of surface skin. A dirty old and dull razor will usually result in a poor shave and sometimes razor burn. Go on, treat yourself to something nice, you’re worth it!
Using Your Razor
Ideally, in the words of the Queer Eye guys, it’s always best to shave in the direction of the beard growth. Start with the sides of your face, then the moustache area, leaving your chin to last. Generally, chin hairs are the toughest, so this will allow time to soften under your shaving cream or gel. Not sure what direction your facial hair grows in? Leave a little stubble form a day or two to find out!
Slow and light strokes when shaving are usually the best way to get a great shave. If you find you need to press harder into the skin, chances are your blade is too dull. A fast or rushed approach to shaving will usually result in cuts and sensitive skin.
After
Alright, so you’ve managed to shave your beard perfectly, yes! But what next? Regular shaving can remove the top layers of your skin so it’s important to get yourself a good moisturizer. Men tend to have thicker skin which means women’s moisturizers are too greasy (so don’t go stealing hers!).
Can’t let go of that beautiful bushy beard?
It’s okay, we understand, beards are beautiful! Not to mention that they are a great way of contouring your face if you weren’t blessed with a Brad Pitt chin. But, for the office or your big day, your beard should have a little tailoring.
Trim the beard down to at least 4 centimetres. Unless you can pull off the wild lumberjack hipster look or you’re in Kings of Leon, you probably can’t pull it off for a wedding.
Always shave below the chin line. This will give you that sculpted Pitt chin and give your beard a more groomed appearance.
A lot of men may have different coloured facial hair to the hair on their head. For an occasion like a wedding or interview, why not dye it to match the rest of your hair? It may sound a little girly, but it will make a difference!
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