How to Shave Your Face - Shaving Tips From Gillette

How to Shave Your Face - Shaving Tips From Gillette A great shave starts before you ever pick up a razor and begins with using a using a wash such Gillette Face and Body Wash to help buff way oil, dirt and dead skin cells that can matt down the hair in your face and neck and block your razor’s path. Hydration is also key. Hydrating not only opens pours to help cleanse your skin but also softens your hair making it easier to cut. A hot shower is ideal, however if simply washing at a sink hydrate your face and neck in warm water for up to 3 minutes. Next apply a non-drying shave gel such as Gillette Fusion HydroGel using slow circular motions to cover all the areas you shave. The application creates a protect blanket that helps lock in moisture and soften facial hair resulting in smoother razor glide and less tugging of the hair. For more comfortable shave if you have sensitive skin let the shave gel soak in for about a minute. This softens your hair even more and helps further less in the effort needed to remove it. For close distant comfort shave with an advance multi-blade razor such as Gillette Fusion Power, however before starting make sure your blade isn’t dull to avoid nicks and skin irritation. Not sure how to identify a dull blade. See if your razor has an indicator strip which fades to white when you are no longer getting an optimal shave. With a sharp blade in place you are ready to begin your shave. Throughout your shave, use light gentle strokes. Applying too much pressure can lead to skin redness, irritation or nicks. Ultimately, the razor should do the work, not you. As you continue your shave, try pulling your skin tight and then shave over the area that is pulled tight. Doing this creates a more consistent shaving surface for your razor. It’s also a good idea to rinse your blade frequently which prevents build up on the blade edges and cartridge for better glide and more comfort. First shave with the growth then if necessary go against the grain for a closer shave. To determine which way your hair grows before starting your shave, rub your hand over your face and neck. If you feel resistance you’re going against the grain. The toughest to shave and most vulnerable areas are your chin and around your lips. Leave these areas for later on in your shave which give Shave Gel more time to soak in and softens your facial hair even further making it easier to cut for a closer more comfortable shave. The hairs on your lip area can be especially tricky. Try curling your tulip over your teeth. This stretches the skin and helps you reach these hairs with less effort. For any of your facial hair that needs sculpting or to simply get a clean finish to your shave use a single blade like Gillette Fusion’s Precision Trimmer which gives you greater precision and more control. Single blades are excellent for trimming under your nose as well as for shaping facial hair. At the end of every shave rinse your razor thoroughly and shake off the excess water, don’t wipe your blade on a towel or bang your razor against the sink as this can damage the fine shaving edge. Also be sure to store your razor in it’s organizer to protect the blade between shaves. Next rinse your face and neck with cool water which helps close pores for better feeling skin. Then gently pat dry. Complete your shave buy using a hydrating after shave such as Gillette Fusion HydroSooth. Gillette aftershaves are unique non-greasy formulas infused with special cooling agents moisturizers and skin calmers developed to be quickly and easily absorbed by the skin and help refresh and seal in the skins natural moisture barrier for a comfortable feel and smooth look and that’s how easy it is to get a close comfortable shave to look and feel your best.