Common Practices to Prevent Ingrown Hairs

Don’t let the ads or pictures deceive you; most men do not have a pleasant experience shaving. For most of them, they consider it a necessary evil. This is usually because of the associated skin irritations they feel, of which ingrown hair is a common occurrence. If you are easily plagued with ingrown hairs, then you should try out some of these common everyday practices.

Proper Hygiene

This may not seem like something new but it is often the first step to prevent ingrown hairs. Most times, ingrown hairs are caused when the skin pores are blocked with either dirt or oil. This blockage will prevent the cut hair from growing out as it would normally do. This will eventually lead to inflammation because of accumulated bacteria in the pores. This is what is known as ingrown hair.

Shave Only Moistened Face

This has been stated over and over again by shaving experts and professionals. Wet shaving may seem a bit too elaborate when in comparison with dry shaving but the resulting effects cannot be over-emphasized. Ensure you always prep your face before applying a razor to it. Start with warm water to help open up the pores before proceeding to using shaving creams to soften the hair and provide enough lubrication for the razor.

Shave with the Hair Growth

The idea behind this is to prevent the probability of having sharp hair edges bending backwards into the skin. It is best to know the direction of your hair growth, so you can know exactly how well to shave with it.