You can buy lubricating gels anywhere that men’s hair products are sold. Be sure to apply your pre-shave oil or lubricating gel BEFORE you apply the shaving cream.
Make sure you stay under the jawline at all times while creating your neckline with the trimmer. [5] X Expert Source Marlon RivasFacial Hair Specialist Expert Interview. 17 January 2020. Aim for a slight upward curve when making your neckline.
If you have very dry or sensitive skin, use a shaving cream that is marked as “for sensitive skin” on the label.
Although you can pull your skin in either direction to make it taut, most people have more success pulling the skin on their neck downward rather than upward.
For example, the hairs immediately below your chin may grow towards your torso, whereas the hairs below your ears may grow upwards towards your eyes.
Adding soap to the water will also help to protect your razor blade from scratchy minerals that tend to dry and get stuck to the blade after every use.
For added protection, apply an aftershave gel or astringent to your face after you shave to prevent bacterial infection and soothe your skin.
If possible, use a swing-arm mirror attached to the wall instead of a hand mirror, so that you’re able to keep both of your hands free instead of using one to hold the hand mirror.
If you’re unsure where the bottom of your natural hairline is, you should be able to simply follow the outline left behind from your last haircut, provided it wasn’t too long ago. If you’re going for a more rounded look, make rounded corners at the edges of your hairline rather than straight corners.
If you want a closer shave, you can also use a cartridge razor or safety razor to shave the hair below your hairline instead of an electric trimmer. Just make sure to use shaving cream before shaving and to shave with the grain rather than against it.
If possible, use a “gentle” razor that exposes less of the razor blade to your skin than an ordinary razor. This will further minimize how irritated your skin will become after shaving.
You should change your razor blade every 5-10 blades, unless the manufacturer’s instructions state otherwise.
If you’re particularly susceptible to blemishes or ingrown hairs, you may want to shave every 3 days instead of 2, as your skin will probably need the extra time to heal. If your skin is sensitive, exfoliate your face when you wash it between shaves to get rid of some of the dead skin cells. [21] X Expert Source Juan SabinoProfessional Barber Expert Interview. 28 January 2020.
