Category: Grooming 101

Shaving technique and skin basics: shaving direction, nicks and cuts, razor burn and bumps, and common myths, based on guidance from dermatology and health organizations. Try how to prevent razor burn or shaving against the grain. General information, not medical advice.

Shaving technique and skin basics: shaving direction, nicks and cuts, razor burn and bumps, and common myths, based on guidance from dermatology and health organizations. Try how to prevent razor burn or shaving against the grain. General information, not medical advice.

Benefits of Shaving in the Shower

Shaving in the shower can save you time, and more importantly optimize your shave. Dermatologists agree that shaving in the shower is the most effective way of shaving for several reasons…

The 4 Myths of Shaving

Cold Water Shaving? Use soap lather instead of shaving cream? These can actually damage your skin and make your skin appear older than it really is.

Best Styptic Pencil

Best Styptic Pencil

Styptic pencils come in handy when shaving your face, head, or other body parts that may get injured while grooming. Therefore, the best styptic pencil is essential for every man’s bathroom cabinet. Compact and...

How to Prevent Razor Burn

Razor burn

Razor burn is common but often avoidable. Learn what causes it and the shaving prep, technique and aftercare steps dermatologists recommend to prevent it.

How to Prevent Razor Bumps

Razor Bumps Feature

Razor bumps form when shaved hairs curl back into the skin. This guide covers why they happen, how to shave to help prevent them, and when to see a dermatologist.

Shaving Under The Nose

Shaving under nose

The area under your nose is one of the trickiest to shave. These preparation and technique tips help you shave the mustache area cleanly and with less irritation.

How to Get a Smooth Shave

Close Shave Feature

A smooth, stubble-free shave comes down to preparation, a sharp blade and the right technique. Follow these step-by-step tips for a closer, more comfortable shave.

Shaving Against The Grain

Shaving Against the Grain

Shaving and your skin Shave after a warm shower or a warm compress, use a shaving cream or gel, and shave in the direction the hair grows.[1] Razor bumps and ingrown hairs come from...