Using Shaving Creams: The Why's and How's

While many may try to argue for dry shaving, wet shaving has got more advantages. Using shaving creams help keep the hairs softened and allow for easy movement of the razor through the bristles. Some of the advantages are a smooth shave and reduced risk of skin irritation. Wet shaving has been a practice for centuries and has seen several modifications of the razor.

Having shaving creams is one thing; knowing how to use it is another. To use a shaving cream properly, you would need to use these steps.

·         Soak the Shaving Brush

While there are two types of shaving creams - brush less and brush shaving creams - we will be focusing on brush shaving creams. Get your Vikings Blade badger shaving brush and soak in warm water for about 3 minutes.

·         Prep the Area to be Shaved

Use warm water to clean the hair bristles to be shaved. This is done to soften the bristles and open up the hair pores. If you feel you can't get the right amount of water for the prep, then take a shower instead.

·         Apply Cream to Brush

With the brush already soaked, take the brush and swirl it on top for take up some cream. It's best to get a small bowl to make the lather in. If you have thicker beards, then you would need more lather than someone without.

·         Lather the Area

Take the cream with the brush to the area you need to shave. With the aid of a good badger lather brush, you will be able to form a good lather. Occasionally dip the brush in warm water before reapplying the lather.