How to Cure Razor Burn
There may be no permanent "cure" for razor burn except to let the hair grow. For most men and women, at some point shaving becomes necessary. For those who prefer smooth, shaved skin, there are steps to minimize the possibility of razor burn and ways to combat its effects.
Things You'll Need
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Lotion
- Shaving cream containing aloe
- Lotion depilatory cream
Instructions
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Stop shaving or shave less often. Repeated skin exposure to a razor causes razor burn. Give your skin a break as often as you can.
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Apply a hydrocortisone cream after shaving. Rub a light layer of the cream into the newly shaved skin. It will remove the redness and irritation immediately. Hydrocortisone cream must be used sparingly; don't use for everyday shaving.
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Lubricate the skin after you shave with a rich body or face lotion. Lotion removes redness and relieves itchy skin.
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Shave after bathing. Well-hydrated skin handles the stress of shaving better. Water causes the hair to soften and stand up on the skin, making it easier to reach the hairs.
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Shave with a shaving cream containing aloe, a skin-soothing ingredient. Never use soap for shaving; it's harsher and doesn't soften the hair as shaving cream does.
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Apply a lotion depilatory cream, available at most drug stores. These creams dissolve the hair, a gentler process than shaving.
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References
- Photo Credit shaving image by leafy from Fotolia.com
