3 steps to get a closer shave
Because summer and body hair don’t mix
Because summer and body hair don’t mix
Legs are on show daily, and it’s not a summer weekend without a trip to the beach. So keeping your unwanted body hair gone is a seasonal must. The goal: less time shaving, more time showing skin.
On average, we’re shaving around three times a week to keep legs and underarms smooth. Here are three tips to get your closest shave ever.
1
Change your blade
A dull razor can result in missed hairs and nicks. “Change [your razor] at the first sign of dullness to avoid compromising the quality of your shave,” says Adam Boulding, Gillette Venus R&D expert. If you shave daily, change your razor every couple of weeks. If you shave only twice a week, stretch that to six weeks.
2
Don’t use his...
The new breed of women’s razors are designed with female curves in mind. “You really are opening yourself up to greater irritation and nips if you use a razor that’s not designed for you,” says Boulding. Try Gillette Venus ComfortGlide Razor in Sugarberry.
3
Add water
Even if you’re short on time, always use water. “Water and shaving foam are critical for a comfortable shave,” says Boulding. “It helps the razor glide over your skin.” We like Ren Tamanu High Glide Shaving Oil, or look for a shaver with a built-in moisturiser so you can skip the shaving foam.
If you have a problem with ingrown hairs, read this guide to ingrowns plus seven other summer body dilemmas.
For more summer body care advice from marie claire, visit marieclaire.com.au
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A beauty editor and vitamin C fanatic who has worked across a range of print and digital publications, including Stellar, marie claire, Gritty Pretty and Badlands Journal.
