Shaving blade recomendations, I got SENITIVE SKIN.

[Vern_in_IL]

Right now I use Mach3 blades, has those aloe treated pads, and that shave gel that has "oatmeal" in it. I also slap on that sensitive moisturizer that is loaded with aloe, it all helps, but not great.


My neck gets irritated when I shave. The more frequent I shave the worse it is! I can shave once every three days, and not get razor burn if I'm lucky, but every day and neck looks like a case of poison ivy!

Where do I go from here?

 

[Joe1]

Have you considered DE shaving with a safety razor? Proraso white shave cream and soap is formulated for sensitive skin,but works best with a shaving brush. You can get a good quality boar brush for < 20 dollars. A tub of proraso white soap is about 8 to 10 doaars on eBay and will last a month or two.

 

[mattwithcats]

American Crew shave gel, smells great and really smooth.

Smells sexy too...

http://www.drugstore.com/american-crew-shave-precision-shave-gel/qxp232881?catid=183785

 

[WellOiled]

Vern,

Joe is giving good advice.

The cartridge razors can cause irritation because of over exfoliation.

Going from 3 blades downto one blade is a big step in the right direction.

I have found Mitchell's wool fat causes less irritation for my fair skin.

DE Wet shaving requires paying attention to your technique. IMO it is worth the effort.

 

[mehullica]

Use an old school straight edge

 

[Cadenza]

Among other things, a double edge blade is sharper than disposable razors, and because of that it is possible to get a closer shave without pressing so hard against your skin. A hot soap lather also helps to soften and lift the beard better than the canned foam that usually accompanies the disposable routine.
Lots of good info here on occasion and specialist sites to get you started.
Good luck.

 

[zrxkawboy]

I have sensitive skin on my neck, and I use Dorco Pace 6+1 and NIVEA MEN Sensitive Shaving Gel.

 

[Noobie]

Or use an electronic shaver with or without gel depending on your needs. Shaves just as good as any razor, much faster, much easier and above all . . . no cuts, no burn!!

I also have very sensitive skin and i thought a razor with gel would give me the closest cut. Oh boy, i was really wrong. The razor not only gave me the same or worst results but also ALWAYS left my skin slightly red or with a burning sensation and sometimes even a red dots of blood.

After half a year i went back to the electric shaver and i think i won't go back to a razor anytime soon. Fast, easy and excellent results.

 

[Fsharp]

Get an electric razor. I had similar issues with irritated skin especially on my neck, because the hair lays close to the skin. Fancy soap and razors were better, but still not great. Get a decent electric with the three rotary blades that adjust to skin contours. Use it dry, or with something like lectric shave for it to be even better.

 

[Finn]

FWIW, for me it is not the blade but the foam - the more fancier foams I tried the worse my skin got. Have been used standard Gillette regular foam now for ages without skin problems.

 

[Garak]

Douse your neck with cold water after you shave. I hate the cold with a passion, and cold water just as much, but it does help a lot.

 

[shiny]

Why not just let your beard grow? I'll never understand why people shave...

 

[Merkava_4]

Shaving is a lot like motor oil..........the less friction you have the better.

I add baking soda to the sink water to make it super slippery.

Those battery powered Schick razors are pretty smooth. They come with 5-blade cartridges, but the 3-blade cartridges fit on there just fine. I keep the blades sharp by running them over soft denim. The sharper the blades, the less pulling of the whiskers you'll have.

Edge Gel - Unscented

 

[Danno]

Braun electric, can't use blades.

 

[Delta]

Originally Posted By: shiny
Why not just let your beard grow? I'll never understand why people shave...


This is what I do, although alot of people have careers or jobs that require you to be clean shaven. I have sensitive skin as well and hated shaving, but I came across a WWII vintage Gillette double edge. That was the ticket, after getting down a technique, you could not get a better shave.

 

[Al]

As mentioned..electric shaver with shaving cream..not saying there aren't better out there but this is the best I have used..cheap also:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=panasonic+es3831+shaver

 

[WellOiled]

Shave prep is very important. Good shave prep exfoliates the skin, softens the hair and lifts the hair so you lessen the probability of trapped hairs. The scales on the hair open so the lather (relatively high PH) can really soften the hair. The lather provides lubricity and cushions the blade from the skin.

Cold shaving (nothing over body temperature) can help a great deal. Cold water takes longer to soften the hair than hot water but it will do it.

Some creams and soaps are not skin friendly especially the closer the shave.

You can balance the closeness of the shave with the comfort of the shave.

Do not pull a stroke without lather.

Use the least amount of pressure and let the weight of the razor do the work.

Work on your technique so as to minimize the number of strokes you make.

Cap off your shave with a cold rinse.

There is no single best answer here.

You have to determine what works best for you.

 

[bigt61]

I use a cheap Norelco to knock off the 3-4 day growth - with light pressure. Then finish up with a blade later after the shower. I use cheap disposables and they work fine in this "light duty" scenario.

 

[05LGTLtd]

DE shaving with traditional lather have made the biggest difference in my skin for all I've tried. I shave daily, and ingrown hairs and rash on my neck have become a thing of the past.

As mentioned, cold water splash after shaving. I also use a witch hazel and tea tree oil mix as after shave.

Check out theshaveden.com for newbie question threads.

 

[sleddriver]

I suggest you shave only in the shower. And wash your hair & face first. Why? To give your skin & stubble time to absorb water and soften up which results in smoother results.

I use cheap, throw away razors as well. I used to do the Mach3 thing as well....until the cost of blades went ballistic. Forget that. Buffett already has enough money as is.

So I bought an unbreakable hand-held mirror and began shaving in the shower. Never going back. Never would have believed it made that much of a difference either unless I tried it myself....and using a cheap disposable. A single razor lasts me about 4 months as well!

Note those old-school barbers in the old B&W movies, where the guy is reclined in a chair, with a hot, damp towel wrapped around his face BEFORE he's shaved. Those barbers knew something!