Shaving Essentials

Most pre-shave products contain irritating ingredients such as alcohol, menthol, mint, and camphor, as well as high levels of potassium or sodium hydroxide. These skin irritants make the hair follicle and skin swell, forcing the hair up and away from the skin, supposedly allowing for a closer shave. Unfortunately, the irritation and resulting swelling cause some of the hair to be hidden by the swollen follicle and skin. Additionally, the swollen skin makes it harder for the stubble to find its way back out. If the hair begins to grow (which it does almost immediately) before the swelling is reduced, the likelihood of ingrown hairs is increased.

The shaving process itself irritates skin enough to cause havoc when an aftershave with irritating ingredients is splashed over that broken skin. Think of splashing aftershave on a cut or scrape on any other part of your body. Now, why would you want to do that to your face? Basic skin care rule number one for both men and women: If the skin care product you use burns, irritates, tingles or causes the skin to become inflamed, don't use it.

So now that you know what you’re doing wrong, what should you do to take care of your skin when you shave? Simply use Feierabend’s Soothing Shaving Crème. It will yield a close and refreshing shave, kill bacteria, soften the follicles and leave the skin smooth. After shaving, rinse face with tepid water and apply Feierabend’s Soothing Aftershave Splash or any of Feierabend’s other Toners.

Enjoy these wonderful Shaving products!