Grooming Basics

Liquid glycerin is a thick, clear liquid found in many cosmetics and personal care products such as soaps. Glycerin is a natural solvent and is hygroscopic, meaning it draws moisture from the air....

In order to get a close, clean shave, you must have a good shaving lather. Canned shaving creams and gels may get the job done, but they cannot produce the closest shave and often leave you...

As hair begins to grow back after shaving, it can be very irritating to your skin. These small hairs are called stubble. Keep the itching at bay and take better care of your skin by creating a...

How to shave vagina you ask. Well shaving your vagina can be tricky and scary. Your vagina is a very sensitive area and the thought of putting a razor down there can be scary. With these steps you...

Learn how to shave "down there" so you are silky, smooth and left with no hair. Never get nicks, irritation or ingrown hairs again using this method.

Do you spend hours in the bathroom every morning? Bathroom rituals can cut into your day and waste valuable time. Not to mention annoy the rest of your family. Here are a few tips to help you cut...

Razor bumps are an unfortunate part of life. When you finish shaving, sometimes the hair follicles can become irritated and inflamed. This causes them to swell, which makes your skin look red and...

Because of the economy or personal choice and conviction, many people seek to live more frugally and simply. We are looking back to see how our parents lived. Smaller homes, vegetable gardens,...

Simply put, we have to shave! We all want and like smooth, silky skin. I know I do anyway. But how do you achieve that baby soft skin? By shaving! Unfortunately our skin gets irritated by...

Ingrown hairs are a problem for many people, men and women alike. Ingrown hairs are often painful and unsightly. Shaving and tight clothing are the leading causes of ingrown hair problems.

Those who have never shaved may feel nervous at the thought of removing hair with a razor blade, but it is simple, cheap and easy to do for smooth, hairless legs or underarms. While many women...

While a man will most commonly only have to shave his face, many women shave their legs, underarms and also private areas to stay well-groomed. Excessive hair growth in these areas is inconvenient...

Growing up can be a confusing time. The media and your friends tell you to do one thing, while your parents, teachers and grandparents tell you something else. Creating your own sense of style and...

With the price of razors and razor blades steadily increasing, it is no wonder that people are keeping their razors longer and longer. My dad taught me a technique to make your shaving razors last...

Do you want smooth legs and underarms without spending a lot of money? Sure, we all do! As our skin ages, we need more moisture to keep it soft. Here's a way I've found to make it at home...

When you first start shaving your legs, it can be overwhelming. You are looking at your legs saying, “Where do I start” and "This is going to take all day". Let me assure you that that...

Proper grooming methods should occur on a daily basis to keep the skin clean and acne-free. Whether you're a man or a woman, you should practice personal grooming. Whether skincare, makeup or...

The notion that shaving increases hair growth is a popular misconception. Shaving neither increases hair growth nor causes the hair to come back thicker or darker. Similarly, neither plucking nor...

It is important to know how to shave your legs effectively without using shaving cream, particularly when you travel. Some shaving creams and gels come in travel sizes, but most don't and those...

Do you want smooth shaven skin and neatly trimmed/shaved pubic hair without any irritation?? This article will give the tips and tricks for great results!

Removing body hair doesn't have to be an ordeal. The key is to prepare well and use the right approach, depending on what part of the body you're dealing with.

Everyone desires smooth and supple skin. To achieve it, you must remove excess body hair. Shaving is one of the most common methods used to remove body hair, and although it is time-consuming and...

Shaving is something numerous women and men have to deal with. It's important that you know how to clean your razor during and after shaving. Having a clean razor will help keep the blade sharp,...

Sweating is a natural function that helps our bodies to regulate our temperature. Excessive underarm sweating, however, can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Some people can stop underarm wetness...

Let’s face it, razor bumps are far from being a sexy sight. But, the fact of the matter is that razor bumps are just a part of life we have no control over, right? Wrong. You can easily prevent...

A styptic pencil is used to stop minor bleeding that can result from shaving nicks and small cuts. Styptic pencils can also be used on canker sores (not open ones) to help them heal faster....

There's nothing worse than dealing with ingrown hairs. They cause unsightly blemishes on your skin and can lead to infection in the worst cases. People with curly hair have it especially bad,...

Considering the pleasures of shaving with a straight razor? Men often switch to the old fashioned blades for environmental reasons (no more disposable razors) or to save money on shaving supplies....

If you don't have a great deal of hair on your back, plucking these little nuisances may be the right choice of removal for you. And if you've ever plucked your eyebrows, you're already familiar...

Razor bumps can be painful. They are actually hairs that have grown back into the skin (also called "ingrown hairs"). Both men and women can get them, though men are more likely to experience...

In the following I'll give you two methods to use those little pieces of bath soap always left at the end of the bar.

It is commonly thought that people who shave the hair on their body cause the hair to grow back darker, thicker and more quickly. Parents tell their teen girls not to start shaving until they...

Shaving that can result in itchy red bumps or an unattractive rash. Here are tips for pampering your legs so they look like a million bucks!

Tired of razor bumps and ingrown hairs every time you shave your "flower"? My tried and true method to shave will leave you feeling fresh as a daisy!

Getting razor burn can be painful. What might start out as what seems to be a nice clean shave, turns into some burning, and the next thing you know it hurts. This, unfortunately is very common...

Are you irritated by those pesky shave bumps that appear after you shave? We all know they aren't fun. Here is a way to rid yourself of those itchy, red shave bumps forever.

Common for many centuries, shaving is the simple act of removing one's hair with a blade. Men primarily shave their faces, while women most often shave their legs and armpits. This market today is...

Shaving my legs is one of those things that makes me think, "Why can't I be a man?" But despite my grumbling, I always feel better after I do. Here are some of the less painful ways you...

No one enjoys having to deal with ingrown hair. It is painful, unsightly and just plain annoying. An ingrown hair is nothing more than a hair which has curled backwards to grow back into the skin....

There's no better way to shave than with a fresh, sharp, brand-new razor blade. But what happens if you get stuck with a dull razor blade? There is one secret to shaving that every post-pubescent...

Learn how to keep your bikini area looking smooth and feeling comfortable for all those trips to the pool or beach, without chemical depilatories or expensive salon treatments.

Why buy fancy shave gels and shaving creams when the secret to a closer shave is already sitting in your shower. Makers of the "hi-tech" creams and gels might claim their products give you...

There are many shaving cream products in your local supermarket that claim to soothe the skin, reduce irritation and smell great; however, these creams come in environmentally harmful aerosol cans...

Just because you don't want to spend a lot of money on items like shaving gel doesn't mean you are limited to shaving your legs with soap and water or suffering from razor burned under arms. You...

This article is self explanatory. You will learn the basics of shaving; from your ankles to the top of your thighs. Any questions I will gladly answer. It actually may be too much information but...

Most men shower first and then shave over the sink in the traditional manner. Opt for the combined method of shaving in the shower. Save time while, eliminating the need to clean the sink, and get...

Shaving the bikini area with a razor is an effective method of hair removal but can leave behind painful with unsightly razor bumps, also known as razor burn. The bikini area is very sensitive, so...

Okay so you're on vacation and forgot the shaving cream. Or maybe you're at your boyfriends house and forgot it. Maybe you're at home and ran out...here are some substitutions.

It is important that you show your daughter how to safely and properly shave her legs before you let her do it on her own without supervision.

Razor rash can not only look awful, but it can feel awful as well. Nothing can be worse then cleaning up your look with a close shave whether it is on your face or legs, bikini area, etc. and then...