How to Prepare Your Legs for Shaving

Shaving is an essential part of many women's beauty regimen. Having smooth legs makes most women feel more beautiful. The trick to a good shave is properly preparing your legs.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Combine sea salt or sugar with your favorite body oil. This will create an exfoliant that will remove dead skin cells and protect against razor burn.
2. Soak your legs in warm water, such as a bubble bath, to open up your pores and set up a closer shave. If you normally shave while in the shower, save shaving for last so your legs have a chance to soak.
3. Exfoliate your legs paying attention to areas you normally get razor burn. Rinse your legs before you begin to shave.
4. Create a rich lather using your favorite shaving cream. Shaving cream will help the individual hairs stand up better and allow the razor to glide across the skin easier.

Tips & Warnings

• Always shave in a well lit bathroom so you don't miss any hairs.
• If you run out of shaving cream you can use soap or your favorite body wash. Although using soap to shave can be extra drying to your skin, it will work in a pinch.
• Moisturize thoroughly after shaving to keep your skin from becoming dry and flaky.
• Avoid using dull or rusted razors when shaving your legs. They can cause nicks and razor burns.