How to Shave - from experts at Vikings Blade

A true Viking knows the importance of a good, clean shave. So if you're still in doubt on how to get that great Viking shave, then just follow these steps from the experts.

Open Up Your Skin Pores

Too often we read about getting the hair wet but not many care to tell why this is needed. The pores are pits where hairs sit in. By getting the pores opened up a bit, it would be easy to cut off the top part of the hair - usually called stubble. Warm water would naturally open up the pores. Try washing your face with warm water if you can take a warm shower.

Make a Good Lather

Using warm water opens the skin pores but you would also want to soften the hair. A good shaving cream will help soften the hair. To do this, you would need to form lather with a badger brush. After making the lather in a shaving mug, gently apply the lather on your face.

Run the Razor through the Stubble

With the lather well applied on the face, you would need a good, sharp razor to cut the stubble. Using short strokes, shave with the grain to cut the stubble. If you want a smooth, low cut, rinse off the razor in warm water and use on the face again.

Close Up Your Skin Pores

When you're done with the shave, you have to rinse your face with cold water. Cold water will help close up the pores to avoid infection or any skin irritation.

Use an After Shave

These after shaves are designed to help moisturize your shaved face to prevent any form of skin irritation.