Shaving: Fact Sheet
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What does shaving do to hair?
Hair normally has a tapered tip. Shaving removes this tip from the hair shaft so growing hairs feel
bristly.
As the sharp hair tip now starts to regrow, there is a risk of ingrown hair if it penetrates the skin
surrounding the follicle. Inflammation and irritation can result.
See Ingrown Hair page for ways to minimize the risk.
Wet Shave
What are the pros and cons of wet shaving?
PROS: Quick, inexpensive, an especially close shave, refreshing and reinvigorates the skin with
use of shaving lotions.
CONS: Stubble reappears quickly, risk of cuts and nicks to the skin, risk of ingrown hair if blade is
not sharp.
What should I look for in choosing a razor?
Some razors such as Schick and Wilkinson-Sword, have comfort or lubricating strips near the
cap above the blades.
Some contain aloe and are made from water soluble polymer or PVP which allows for a smooth
glide over the skin reducing friction.
Twin blades allow for a very close shave and many come with flexible heads allowing the razor
to follow the contours of the body.
Look for razors with safety guard wires over the blades to minimize the risk of cuts and nicks
and skin irritation.
Blades with a platinum chrome end maintain their sharpness.
Which is the best direction – with the hair growth or against it?
Shaving in the same direction as the hair growth is the most comfortable. Shaving against the
hair growth certainly gives a much closer shave.
Many use a combination of both.
Many dermatologists warn but that shaving against the hair growth can cause ingrown hair
and irritation and it can make the skin sore and sensitive.
What are razor bumps?
Sometimes hair curls round and enters the skin at another place. This causes irritation,
inflammation, skin eruption and pain.
As the hair continues to grow, thick scar tissue can develop around the area. This effect has been
called “razor bump.”
See Ingrown Hair page for ways to minimize the risk.
Shaving: Fact Sheet Continued…
How many times can I use one blade?
This depends greatly on the individual and the thickness or coarseness of the hair. Some prefer
to change a blade after using it once or twice, others after 3 or 4 times while many expect
between 5 to 7 uses.
The key is to change it regularly and always use a sharp blade. If you feel it dragging on your
skin it’s time to change it!
Electric Shave
What are the pros and cons of electric shaving?
PROS:
Quick
Inexpensive
Rechargeable shavers can be taken anywhere making them very convenient
Not so harsh on the skin as a blade as a layer of skin is not removed each time
CONS:
Stubble reappears quickly
Some say an electric shaver does not give as close a shave as a blade while
others say they can depending on the type of shaver
Risk of skin irritation if shaver is used repeatedly over the same area or if the
shaver is not kept clean
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