How do you avoid razor bumps and irritation after shaving?
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I shave "down there" (Yes, i'm a guy, my gf likes it that way).   and I use this stuff called "Tend Skin".   it basically  has a higher level of stearic acid (same ingredient as in most hand lotions) than hand lotions.\n\nOf course, what that other woman said:  the hot towel over the area for a period of time.  that works too!  but you should do that a few times, say an hour apart for that day you did the shaving.   maybe 3 or 4 times.  its' different with different people. \nIf you don't have tend skin.  any hand lotion with stearic acid in it works fine and esp well with the hot towel.  However:  WARNING!!  DO NOT GET THAT LOTION ON YOUR ANU$ OR INSIDE OF YOUR GENITALS   \ntom
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Make sure you're not using an older razor because it will cause razor burn.  Use a mosturizing shave cream and baby oil afterwards, before drying off!!  This wll help keep the water in your skin, then after the oil has soaked in use a lotion that has aloe and vitamin e
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Dr Mel says: Thinking of shaving? There’s no right or wrong here. Most women don’t - but it’s totally up to you. Let’s weigh-up the pros and cons.\n\nShaving: the bad news\n1. Shaving involves razors which are sharp and can slip. Ouch!\n2. Even expert shaving can leave us with a rash.\n3. When hairs grow back, they are stubbly and can be in growing.\n4. The follicles of the hairs can get inflamed causing spots, called folliculitis.\n5. Pubes are there for a reason: they protect our bits and keep them warm.\n6. Sharing razors is dangerous and can spread infections.\n\nShaving: the good news\n1. We look fabulous in our new high leg bikini.\nSix against one. Hmm.\n\nIf you decide to shave, go carefully, stick to your bikini line (not between your legs) and use a new razor. Or why not save it for the two weeks in the year when being a bikini babe is essential?
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use shaving creame and shave downward first then go back over it in different directions. don't go over it to much and always use some type of shaving creame. u may also want to change your razor   Good luck
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one of the easyest ways is to rinse your razor with cold water instead of hot while shaving \nit has help me a lot
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There is a product called "Tend Skin" that works sooooooooo well.  I have the blackest, thickest pubic hair and I shave my "hoo ha" in the shower and then apply this product...  it burns slightly when you first apply it because it kills any germs or bacteria in the hair folicle or tiny 'cuts' you may have caused by shaving, which reduces the chances or razor burn.
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Always shave your hair in the direction the hair grows and make sure that the hair and skin is very wet when doing so. This helps keep the razor burn to a minimum or none at all. Also don't use lotions with fragrance in them, this also causes irritation and itchiness. Good luck!
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I get it too.  Use an aloe based shaving cream.  Wet the area with a hot towel or hot water (be careful and don't get burnt).  Let it soak.  Then apply the cream.  wait till it is absorbed and then try shaving with a straight razor.  Do not use alcohol based after-shave.  It can dry the skin and cause rashes or the bumps you are talking about.   Use aloe based cream.  Works for me.  It may not go away completely but it reduces it a lot.
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Haven't tried it down south, but it works for my face.\n\n1) Get in the shower and turn it on as hot as you can stand it.  The steam will open up the pores in your, um, area.\n\n2) Use an exfoliant to remove any dirt from the pores before shaving.\n\n3) Use only enough shaving cream to lubricate the area.  The common mistake guys use when shaving anywhere is using too much cream.  It clogs up the razor.\n\n4) Use firm, single strokes.  Don't go over any area more than twice, max.\n\n5) When you're done, hold a warm washcloth over the shaved area.\n\n6) Pat dry.  Rubbing increases the chances of irritation.\n\nHope this helps.
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shave in the direction first and then against it\nrub it with diluted dettol after the shave and use a moisturiser
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I'm a shaver. I have been perfecting my technic for 3 years now and here is my experiance. I go SIDEWAYS on the pubis bone area and at the joint of the leg area. If you are shaving the labia shave front to back like you wipe. Use a men's shaver with at least 3 blades and shaving cream. Lather on the cream and let sit for about 60 seconds then shave. Use short strokes and rinse the razor often. Red bumps will go away if you shave consistantly (every other day). I use Emu oil to sooth the area but Vit E is also a good moisturizer and wont irritate the skin.\n\nBiggest key is shave often to get the skin use to it. If your gonna do it you have to be consistant.
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Lotion Before And After Shaving. Also Make Sure You Use A Sharp Razor And Shaving Cream. Anything To Prevent It Getting Irritated. Dont Use A Scented Lotion That May Cause More Bad Then Good I Suggest Johnsons Baby Lotion. Try Not To Touch The Area To Much Right After Shaving It
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best time is when you take a bath, your skin is warm and soft less irritation from the blade.. use a shaving cream and shave in the direction the hair is growing. it's works for me.
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Use a shaving cream for sensitive skin in the shower.  Make sure you shave in the direction of hair growth.  If you want a closer shave you can then shave against the hair growth but it might cause irritation.
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If you shaved recently it is probably razor irritation, try a little cortisone cream for a few days. If that doesn't help you may need to see a doctor.
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try a shave gel and a better razor if you are using electric go to manual blade razor.
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DON'T USE CHEAP RAZORS.USE A RAZOR WITH CHANGABLE RAZORS LIKE:MACH 3,VENUS,ETC.MAKE SURE IT HAS A MOISTURIZER STRIP ON IT AND SKINTIMATE SHAVING GEL FOR SENSITIVE SKIN.THEN PUT DEODERANT DOWN THERE ,ON YOUR SKIN ONLY, THATS FOR A MOISTERIZER AND FRAGENCE. AND DON'T WEAR TIGHT PANTIES,BECAUSE IT CAN RUB AND MAKE YOU IRRITATE THE SKIN.