How to soothe and prevent razor burn

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By Fire Dancer
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soothe and prevent razor burn

Razor burn can be very uncomfortable and embarrassing. Here are some tips to help soothe and prevent razor burn.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Apply aloe vera to the razor burn. It will help soothe it and decrease the amount of redness.
Step 2

Always use a sharp razor when shaving. Dull razors play a huge factor in creating razor burn and can be quite dangerous when used.
Step 3

Exfoliate your skin before shaving. This will help guide the blade better and will get rid of all of the dead skin left on your body.
Step 4

Shave in the direction of the hair growth. Don't shave against!!!!
Step 5

Try not to shave in the same spot more than once if possible. This will create razor burn most definitely.
Step 6

Try not to remain in the bath for too long while shaving, as your skin will wrinkle up from the water and cause discomfort shaving. This leads to razor burn.
Step 7

Never scratch at an area that has razor burn. This will irritate it even more!!!
Step 8

Always make sure the area to be shaved is well moisturized with shaving cream or gel... Do not dry shave!!!!!!!