#SCHICK STRAIGHT RAZOR SKIN#

We consulted with Men's Health's Grooming editors and writers on the best-performing razors for men. And always shave after a shower, when facial hair is at its softest and easiest to cut. Camp warns of the latter technique's risk of razor bump.

#SCHICK STRAIGHT RAZOR SKIN#

Use the right technique: this includes not shaving too fast or pulling your skin taut while shaving which will tighten the skin and give you a closer shave. For example, hair growth may be different on the cheeks than it is on the neck,' he adds. 'Note that hair grows in different directions in different locations on the face. Shave with the grain: 'Shave in the direction of hair growth to minimize irritation, says. This helps the blades glide seamlessly over the skin,' Santos emphasizes. 'Apply it all over the area that will be shaved. “When I have time, I like to apply a hot towel directly to my skin for a few minutes before the shave to really prep my face.'Ĭonsider shaving gel: Lathering up your face with cooling shaving gel can help protect the skin from irritation.

Wet your face first: 'It’s important to start out by wetting your face with warm water to soften your facial hair,” says celebrity barber Ray Santos. 'The most important is making sure the blade isn’t dull as that can increase the potential for ingrowns and irritation,' says Dr. Penzi also recommends electric razors for those with ingrowns since they cut the hair above the skin surface.Īvoid dull blades: no matter what razor you use, always make sure it’s sharp (switch it after a few uses) since a dull razor will wreak havoc on your face. They do, however, shave close enough to maintain a low stubble that looks nice and even unnoticeable. But compared to safety razors, they aren't always better.Įlectric shavers, especially those with heads, definitely won't give you a closer shave than blades simply because of the lack of contact between the heads and the skin. Safety razors also give a closer shave than most razors-despite having only one blade!-because of how sharp the blade is (and so long you know the right technique).įor cartridge razors, it mostly depends on the blade design-more blades or fewer blades. Straight razors give the closest shave possible because of a sharper blade that directly touches and cuts closer to the skin. However, if you're concerned with the type of razors-electric, cartridge, safety, and straight, it all comes down to your personal needs and skin type. What Type of Razors Gives the Closest Shave?Īs established above, razors with more blades pave way for a closer shave, but not without drawbacks. Lauren Penzi recommends multi-blade razors since they often provide a closer, easier cut that'll involve fewer strokes and therefore less friction and irritation. However, for men with coarser, thicker hair, Dr. Brendan Camp recommends razors with a single or double blade. Which is why if you're prone to razor bumps or ingrown hair, Dr. 'It’s best to use as few blades to get the results you want to reduce your risk of irritation and razor bumps.'Ī single-blade design can also provide a close shave if you know the right technique. While many might go for a five-blade design since it'll shave faster and closer than a three-blade or one-blade (because fewer strokes are needed), some dermatologists argue that a five-blade might be overkill-more blades can lead to more friction and thus irritation, says Dr.

'It is important to consider how many blades as multi-blade razors can offer a close shave, but also risk additional irritation,' says Dr. While each purchase only offers five blades, the fact it's only $20 makes up for that. Not only is it easy to wield, but its rounded exposure can also help prevent cuts. This classic design from Parker is made with fine stainless steel and has a nice weight and feel in hand. but if you want to achieve the absolute closest shave possible, then you could consider a straight razor.

Straight razors are probably the toughest type of razor to master-they're also very old school and are a Hollywood favorite. $22 at Amazon Credit: Courtesy of Retailer

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