The last few times I have met someone new they asked me if I'd done laser yet.  (Unfortunately not...  )When I said no, they all seem surprised because they say my face is so smooth.  So, by request, I will post my shaving method.

Step One:  Soften
I like to sit in a steamy tub or shower for a little bit before starting.  You can go ahead and wash your hair if you like.

Step Two:  Exfoliate
I take a mixture of Johnson's Nighttime Baby Bath and some Apricot Scrub with salicylic Acid.  I find that using the Scrub straight is a little harsh for my face.  But this works great and there are generics available which are just as good.  Basically, the smoother your face is, the better your shave will come out.

Step Three:  Lather
Don't sell this step short.  Get some really good cream, you will be glad you did.  Look for any of the Aveeno brand shaving creams, they are quite good.  Bath and Body Works also makes some great ones in the men's Department which have aloe in them.  If you see it, buy it because they do not always have it.  But don't skimp on this step.  Cheap creams do not last as long in the shaving process.  Try some and find what works best for you.

Step 4:  Feel
Your face will feel different on different days.  Get to know which way the grain goes.  You will need to shave both with and against it to get close.  Different hairs are in different growth cycles at different times, so your face will change.

Step 5: Shave
Well... what to say here?  I almost always shave in the bathtub and I have a mirror there for that purpose.  I find that electrics do not work on me very well at all.  I use a Gillette Fusion, a 5 bladed razor that vibrates.  Use what works for you best.  Be sure to rinse the blade often and always use a sharp one.  You want to shave by feel, not by sight.  Small scratchy patches can remain which do not show at first.  But if you can feel it, you will soon be able to see it.  For most of us, the corners of our mouths cause special problems.  Experiment with your tongue to see what stretches the skin the tightest.  The tighter the skin, the more the hair stands out and the better the shave.  In that area hairs will grow many different directions.  I shave in the shape of an asterisk and work my way around the area in a small circle on both sides.  Be sure to stay well lubricated at all times.  Also remember to never press the razor down hard into the skin, as this will surely cause scrapes.  The object here is to let the razor do the work.  Continue until things feel smooth all over.

Step 6: Moisturize
Instead of using anything alcohol based, I use a moisturizer as aftershave.  My favorite is Aveeno Positively Radiant.  It is not terribly expensive and comes tinted or untinted, as you may wish.  It leaves the skin unbelievably nice.  As an added bonus, it has SPF30 which is good protection for your skin.

Step 7:  Reevaluate
This is very important.  Hairs take a little time to stand back out.  As soon as you use the moisturizer, the spots that are still rough will be very easy to feel.  Try it, you will see.  This is where you can take your razor and very carefully touch up any spots still feeling rough.  If you want ultra smooth skin, do not skip this step.  Also do not overdo it, as you do not want to draw blood.  Just use very light pressure, against the grain until it is smooth.

Step 8:  Reapply
Put a little more moisturizer where you had to reshave.

That is it.  I do this every day.  If you shave like this, your face will be quite smooth for a number of hours.

Best Wishes!

Kristi

Quote from: Kristi on May 04, 2011, 02:40:53 PM


Step One:  Soften
I like to sit in a steamy tub or shower for a little bit before starting.  You can go ahead and wash your hair if you like.




Be sure to stay well lubricated at all times.


  Also do not overdo it, as you do not want to draw blood.



That is it.  I do this every day.



Kristi

Don't you just love the editing? I like to stay in that condition, too, though everyday might be overdoing it! 

So basically shave my face how i shave my legs?

Shave Secret under the lather can help too.

I haven't shaved my face in over a decade, always pluck hairs, they stay gone longer, though thicker ones do cause red bumps, though gone within short time. i usually shave my body dry, my mom's always like "how can you shave like that!?"

Kristi

So gorgeous and still shave. Well done you are very pretty and obviously it works for you. I've been lasered about 5 times now and shave about once a week, or if I'm going out for a special evening. Well worth it if you have the right skin and hair type.

Hugs

Cindy

Quote from: CindyJames on May 06, 2011, 04:14:25 AM
Kristi

So gorgeous and still shave. Well done you are very pretty and obviously it works for you.

Hugs

Cindy

Thanks, sweetie.  Yes I do and it is actually quite depressing.  My face is borderline at best for laser.  But that is next on my list.  For now, I shave like this and always have a razor with me for needed touch-ups.  I am just fanatical about keeping those pesky hairs at bay.  The very feeling of it causes me a lot of anxiety.

i will try it 

Thanks Kristi.
I have been using a beauty lotion morning and night that has soften my skin.
And I have notice that it has helped me get a smoother shave.
I also usually have a hot shower or use a hot washcloth on my face before shaving.
Jillieann