Comments on: How to Avoid Razor Burn

on 6/22/2009 A miracle, for me. After decades of suffering razor burn on my neck, I finally discovered a product that eliminates (actually reduces it enormously) my razor burn. It is NIVEA for Men -- Sensitive. What was the difference between NIVEA and all the other products that are labeled "For Sensitive Skin" or "Fragagance Free" or something like that? NO ALCOHOL. In small print, on the label, is says Alcohol-Free. Alcohol-Free is the thing about NIVEA which made it far different all the rest. If you read the list of ingredients on the other products, you will see that they all contain alcohol. It has to be the absence of alcohol which makes for the great difference.

on 4/19/2009 "Apply aftershave or another alcohol-based product."Alcohol based products are the worst of the worst, there maybe some manly satisfaction of surviving the burning sensation of alcohol based aftershave, but it truly is not good for your skin - you want an aftershave that hydrates your skin, not dry it out.

on 3/5/2009 I completely agree. I basically follow these steps everytime I shave.www.razorburnrelief.com

on 2/28/2009 its better to shave in a hot,steamy atmosphere as it softens the beard,i always shave in the bath and wait for 10-15 mins before i shave.always use a good,sharp razor and a quality shave lotion or cream.if you have sensitive skin,as i do,never shave against the direction of hair growth as this will definately give you razor burn and red lumpy skin.finish off with a good moisturiser and try not to shave every day unless you have to.

on 11/18/2008 Use an electric razor/grow a beard.

on 8/15/2008 Try using Priva Shave. It is a post shave treatment for your skin to prevent razor bumps, ingrown hairs and skin irritation. The website is http://www.privashave.com/

on 8/15/2008 Try using Priva Shave. It is a post shave treatment for your skin to prevent razor bumps, ingrown hairs and skin irritation. The website is http://www.privashave.com/

on 12/26/2007 some guys may think its not worth spending money for this stuff but trust me when it comes down to the ladies razor burn is the last think you want especially in your unmentionable area.

on 4/27/2007 Using straight up hair conditioner when I shave works wonders. I apply a good amount of conditioner, to my face, and shave with it on, I have extremely sensitive skin, and it allows the blade to slide freely, and I never have problems that’s way... WORKS GREAT!, I love Pantene conditioner with this trick, its probably more waxy that’s way.

on 2/13/2007 Instead of Shaving Cream- I use Peanut butter instead of a gel or cream, it is rich in vitemens to help

on 1/9/2007 WHAT REALLY CAUSES RAZOR BURN-(at least for me anyways, but I'm pretty sure a lot of men too.) While the act of shaving does not cause me irritation, because I maintain my razors well and shave carefully, the regrowth of the hair does cause significant red bumps on my neck (mostly on either side of my adam's apple). The reason for this is that short coarse hair is very very rough (like steel wool) and when it grows back on a spot where it can come into contact with your skin, such as your neck because of all the turning involved, it irritates the skin. So you can do two things, 1. let your beard grow out, or 2. shave often enough to keep the hairs too short to irritate. I recommend the second option: If you get a good close shave at least once a day (twice for some men), the hair won't grow to a length where it can irritate the skin. Sounds like the complete opposite of what you would think but I can tell you from personal experience that this is the only thing that made my razor burn go away. However, if I skip a day I start to see those bumps coming right back! (p.s. at first shaving often over your not-yet-healed razor burn will hurt and may irritate it a little, but be persistent and it will eventually go away.)

on 9/24/2006 Regardless of what kind of blade you use, I found these tips on shaving in Men's Health Magazine several years ago. They work!

1) Keep your razor dipped in a mixture of 50-50 mineral oil and alcohol when not in use. The mixture sterilizes the razor and the oil helps dissolve the mineral deposits formed by evaporating water. The deposits are what cuts your face, not so much the dullness of the razor.

2) Or, with a Q-Tip, clean your razor blade with a few drops of Tea-Tree oil or some WD-40. Both remove the above deposits and will keep your blade sharp for weeks on end. I think I change blades once every 14 weeks or so. A 5-pack of Gillette Mach 3s lasts me almost a year and a half.

3) Also, shave while you are taking a hot shower and use a gel-based lather. The steam softens up the beard nicely. Use good old Mennen Skin Bracer initially to tighten, tone and sterilize the tiny nicks, followed by a nice cooling balm. Then service your razor in one of the methods as noted above. Sephora has all kinds of wonderful men's care products.

on 8/7/2006 I get less razor burn and fewer nicks if I exfoliate the skin before shaving. I also get a longer life from each blade this way.
I like "Mark Self Sanctuary Spa Sea Water Mineral Body Polish." Guys might try "St. Ives Apricot Scrub".

on 2/25/2006 I buy Mach3 blades, and they're pretty pricey. I read a great tip in GQ: Make sure your blades are bone dry when they go back in the cabinet. Apparently, it's the water crystals and mishmash of shaving products which really dull the blades. By whacking the razor on a towel and blowing on it a few times, I've made one blade last between four and twelve weeks before it was uncomfortable to use.

on 1/26/2006 If your skin is irritated, do not shave. Wait a few days. Cortisone cream once or twice daily relieves itching, irritated skin.
I have sensitive skin and suffered razor burn for fifteen years. I could only shave once, sometimes twice, in a week. Colloidal oatmeal cream worked for a while until medications changed the chemistry of my skin.

I have found the following system to work great:

1. Shave in or immediately after a hot shower.

2. In the hot shower, clean gently with a mild soap. Contrary to what some say, scrubbing the problem area for me only irritates it.

3. After cleaning, apply hair conditioner and let it sit on the face and neck for at least one minute, then rinse.

4. Use a shaving brush and shaving soap. There is no need for the fancy (or even plain) shaving creams. The brush and soap is cheap and effective. Work the soap into a nice rich lather, and apply plenty of it onto your face with the brush using circular motions to stimulate the hair.

5. Shave using a single- or double-bladed razor. Do not use triple, quadruple blades. One or two is irritating enough! Do not use it after 3 or 4 shaves, as it will be too dull. Important: Shave slowly, using short strokes and rinsing frequently.

6. Switch from hot water to cold water and rinse with cold water.

7. Gently blot dry and spray tea tree oil anti-bump spray onto the problem area. This solved my problem. It will sting, but that is good.

8. If the skin is irritated the next day (it should not be), simply spray with the tea tree oil again.