No woman wants to feel prickly hairs on her legs. Yuck! However, shaving is a form of exfoliation and too much exfoliation can dry out skin. To get the smoothest shave possible without drying skin, opt for shaving gel or cream. This will act as a barrier between your skin and the blade. Most products nowadays are reinforced with moisturizing ingredients like soy extract and vitamin E for an ultra silky feeling. Ladies with sensitive skin should stay away from scented products that can cause irritation.