1. Cleanse with mild exfoliant 2. Shaving cream or gel -aveeno -vanicream 3. Find your razor -more blades=closer shave - 1 or 2 blades is good enough -change blades regularly - Gillette skinguard -do not leave razor in shower, can lead to rust and bacteria buildup 4. Shaving techniques - shave with the grain - with legs you can shave with the grain then against the grain - short, quick movements - pulling the skin taut can give you a closer shave - figuring out the direction of hair growth can make Shaving easier 5. Aftercare - gently cleanse your skin - can use exfoliant to prevent ingrown hairs - stay away from essential oils
For those of you with sensitive skin and want to save money on shaving. I highly recommend investing into a good DE safety razor. It can be daunting at first, but with a little bit of practice and figuring out what product works will make it all worth it. Blades are extremely cheap, especially compared to disposable, multi-blade razors. Some things you should look for are close-combed, mild ones. For instance, I’d recommend the King C Gillette DE safety razor or the Merkur 34C.
I came back to this video to say that I shaved my legs using all of these tips and following your product recommendations and my legs have never been softer! This is the best shave I’ve ever had; normally my legs are really bumpy and irritated after shaving but your instructions completely prevented that! Thank you so much for your content, your retinoid video helped me tremendously as well in helping minimize irritation when easing into tretinoin. Thank you for everything you do, I truly can’t thank you enough! Much love, ❤️😊
Came here one year later to say the same thing! I NEVER heard of Gillette Skinguard before this video and I’ve hated shaving for years thanks to eczema. One shave with this razor and my skin doesn’t feel destroyed. Women-specific marketing needs to go! Thanks for the amazing work you both do. ❤
Dr. Maxfield has a great smile. Even when delivering not so great news, he’s just joyful. But I really like Dr.Shah’s sense of humor. Lol But the content of these videos are just so informative and honest-I’m honestly hooked.
So glad I found your guys’ channel! It’s been a journey trying to sift through all the branding schemes in physical products and sponsored content. Finally a place to find reliable and high quality info for skincare. You guys rock!
Video request: Body exfoliation and all the different types. Korean cloth, coffee scrubs? Sugar scrubs? Chemical creams, face cloth, loofa? Diy recipies? How often? Over done? Different age groups needing different things and frequency? Hot, cold showers? Dry brushing, how to properly and before and after effects on skin and overall health?
@@calypsovaldez8170 I’m no expert but loofahs are known for trapping in bacteria if you don’t switch them out often enough! I switched to a silicon scrubber a few months ago and I love it even more than my loofah, especially knowing it’s antibacterial
@@jeanineshraim3102 very interesting!! Can you link the type of silicone scrubber your using please? I’d love to check that out too!! Thank you for sharing!!
I have used conditioner as a shaving cream for years. I always use a very simple gentle conditioner with limited ingredients. I recommended it to a friend last year and he swears by it as well. Glad to hear a dermatologist talk about this! Thank you both for sharing your knowledge.
"Conditioner"? What kind? For hair, like for scalp hair? You not said what part/or parts you are shaving, but maybe the use of a shaving soap and a brush will help (typical for wet-shaving of the face).
Can y’all talk about pillowcases? Do the different grades of Mulberry silk really make a difference? Are there any studies showing the efficacy of silk pillowcases for anti-aging? Are they generally worth the hype? 💁🏽♀️
@@allisonhendrix6008 I can say a definite yes for satin helping my hair. I don’t use silk bc it’s expensive but i’d assume it’s the same idea. There’s a lot less friction so less frizz, less breakage and less tangles. Definitely recommend.
Silk is AWESOME. I spent a little money on many cases so I can sleep on a clean side every night which of course helps too. But my hair AND acne prone sensitive skin has been much happier. I put on a heavy moisturizer at night and it doesn't soak up the moisture like cotton does.
I have used both silk and satin and I can hands down say satin has worked amazing for me. It has helped my hair and my skin so much. Also my face doesn’t feel sweaty or hot at night. Silk didn’t do much for me which is weird I paid $90 for nothing. Also satin is so much easier to wash and take care of.
I've been using sudocrem and glycolic acid toner! I also moisturize heavily and I'm using dove aluminum-free deodorant and it's almost completely cleared up
I’m a Hispanic lady and my legs are completely covered in thick black hair. Anytime I shave I get red, burning, and lots of ingrown hairs. I even try to wear cloths to prevent shaving because it hurts so much. I’m going to try some of these tips and hopefully this will help because I’ve given up for about 3 years now.
It may be a good investment to stop shaving, save your money and try laser hair removal. Its not cheap but if you save up you may find it to be worth the price? Something to look into and think about.
Stop shaving, there is nothing wrong with having hair and as the other commenter said, if its something you really are ashamed of then endure and save that money not for lasers but electrolysis! I personally stopped shaving for those reasons, ingowns scars damaged skin bumpsy skin redness itchiness.
Yeah I’m gonna say try the Phillips one blade. It’s an electric shaver but dang it if that thing don’t work amazing. Another great one I’ve found is the Braun series 3 foil shaver. As far as wet shaving for my baby skin on my face I’ve found actually the hydro5 sense from shick works awesome. Now for not the face….Gillette Mach 3 hasn’t given irritation. Trust me yeah I’m a guy but I literally have baby skin. I’ve tried so many products and gimmicks for sensitive skin. Best I’ve found is Gillette planet kind cream, or Aveeno gel. Best razor for my face shick hydro 5 Best razor for body, Gillette skin guard or shick extreme 3 Best shaver for arms or legs has been a combo of the Phillips one blade and follow with the Braun series 3
Thank you so much guys!!! This was really needed, razor bumps/ingrown hairs are so irritating. You guys have really helped me ❤️ this is my favorite skincare channel 😊
Hi guys, wanted to say an enormous thanks as an aged personal carer for some great tips!!! Alot of my old guys get alot of redness from bad shaves so I shared your vid as a workplace education for the students/new staff scared to shave
used to have massive irritation issues with razor burn, razor bumps and ingrown hairs. I switched to an old fashioned single blade safety razor and started dry brushing and I don't have any of those problems anymore.
Thank you, guys! My ingrown hairs on my legs sometimes just drive me nuts; they are sooo painful! I'll start using your advice straight away and hope it will help me! Can you please make a video on how to treat melasma? I feel like you are among the youtubers that can be really trusted and who give advice based on solid research, and not just personal opinions.
Ty ty ty, I'm a lady who sadly inherited the "Essau Gene" and as a result, I have to shave my face regularly...but have a huge problem with ingrown hairs. Sadly, no one ever teaches the proper way to shave. Though I remember watching my Da shave when I was little & he actually did most of the steps you guys talked about. I honestly needed to see this video cuz I've always hated shaving my face & neck, but now I think I won't hate shaving any more!
I love your videos! Could you talk about lifestyle choices for good skincare sometime? It may seem basic and simple, but hearing about good nutrition, "face yoga", hydration, makeup product choices, routines, etc. from experts would really help!
Prorazor so lucky to have being introduced to this shaving cream . Cannot believe such a high end product how reasonably priced It is the best shaving cream I’ve ever used
OMG! I’ve been trying to figure out the proper steps to apply products after shaving for almost a year now!!! I have to line up my beard tomorrow and can finally try out a solid plan that actually makes sense! Thank you!
You two are so great 😁 Anyone willing to go on RU-vid and tell people they should shave with the grain deserves 🙌🏻👏🏻 I’m 💯 sure 0 of my clients have followed that suggestion despite receiving adequate education surrounding the topic!
This is the first time I have heard anyone say they use their conditioner! I’ve been doing this for ages and get such odd looks from friends when it’s discussed. Thank you!
I found using a safety razor with titanium coated razors helped get rid of any skin irritation. I buy razors from feather they're really cheap and extremely sharp. Never cut my face with them when it's in my safety razor handle, but have learned to he very careful handling them when replacing it. I've cut my fingers just grabbing them. Used it to shave some body parts before and it works but you have to be careful not to cut the skin sometimes since it's always easy angels like your face is.
Electric hair liners are the best thing for me and a lot of black men. Razors cut too close causing folliculitis. I also brush my facial hair to keep it growing straight and not into the skin. The last best thing I do use a skin care routine for oil, diet, and cell turnover. I was missing that last step for over a decade until now.
So.. I can't recommend Dollar Shave Club's Executive razor enough (or w/e the 5 blade boy is named). I am a cis woman that grows the same density and thickness of facial hair as a man. Well, it WAS that bad, but I'm getting laser hair removal currently (which I 100% recommend to anyone struggling with unwanted hair). Anyway, I have been shaving my face, neck and stache area for years. That is the only razor that provides me with THE closest shave (undetectable hair). Gillette is good too, but it's more expensive. I'm also happy to learn that I taught myself the best recommended routine for shaving apparently based on what you guys said. I kind of had to though.. I get major, major, MAJORLY bad ingrown hairs on my neck and chin. So I gentle cleanse, massage my sensitive skin shaving cream or gel into my face, let it sit a little, shave with and against the grain for maximum closeness, exfoliate with a gentle chemical exfoliator and follow up after shower with niacinamide + my other skincare stuff. Been going well since I started following that routine. I also change my razor every few weeks considering how many areas I shave. If you want to leave the blade in the shower, at LEAST pat it on your towel gently and hang it on something. Never let it sit on the side of your tub or whatever. For any other women growing facial hair, I hope this helps you. I took me a long time to figure out what worked best for me, but we're finally there!
I have two questions. 1) I got rid of acne (not severe version) thanks to birth control. Is it likely that it will come back with full force if I stop using birth control or after pregnancy? 2) you and other dermatologist talk much about sun screen. I’ve used moisturizer with sun protection for many years. If I’m on vacation or if it’s summertime i use a special one for not getting sunburned. I wonder if, during the rest of the year, it’s enough to use moisturizer with sun screen once a day before using make up etc? It feels complicated to add more on during the day if I’m not actively stay in the sun. I live in Sweden and we don’t have many hours of sun most time of the year, but spring and summer are long with lots of daylight. I hope you understand my questions. Thank you for a great channel I’m already a big fan, it’s easy to understand and I love that you don’t insist people on using 283818383838 different products. Science always wins❤️
Ok so ... love your dermatologist perspective skin care vids and I love your take on shaving but I must say, I’m an old school barber who shaves men professionally and the whole idea for a shaving cream is NOT just “lubricant” for the skin; that’s only half of the story. While using a simple lubricant like hair conditioner is great for hair length that’s already short (I.e. areas that are already frequently shaved) it’s NOT good for longer hair. Traditional shave scream is meant to both lubricate skin AND lift(and sustain hair in lifted position) for the duration of the shave. It’s basically like when you see the barber pulling the skin taught to get a “closer” shave, the cream is pulling the hair taught to meet the razor at the perfect angle. Anywho just wanted to throw this out there! Take care of yourselves!!
Great video! I wish you commented about using shaving brush and hard fat-based soaps. My shaving experience greatly improved after using a double edge razor, shaving brush, and fat based hand-poured soap.
Ladies...just a tip I learned by accident (lol): Use a men's razor! (Quality one like mentioned). I used my bf's razor on a trip bc I forgot mine & was blown away by how much better it worked! Exact brand/ same type (just mine the women's version.) I believe since theirs is made & primarily used on the face, the blades are better quality (at least sharper, imo). All I know is my shave (even time btwn needing to) def improved when I switched & started using the men's. *Of course, don't use/share your spouse or bfs tho like I did the 1st time tho - def get your own!😄😉 Hope maybe this is helpful to someone.✌
Yeah, right !? I think maybe because men hair is much more thicker! When I saw the same type of blade in big pack I always choose razor for men instead women! :D
Shower to steam the face. Splash cold water on face. Brush on shaving cream. Use safety razor with the grain two passes. Run alum Stone after rinsing. Rinse again and then pat dry and apply serums and moisturizer
Can you speak about when it’s best for someone to see an aesthetician vs dermatologist? Both offer similar skincare advice on social media, so what warrants a trip to the doc’s office for someone with milder skin conditions? Thanks!! :))
My mom is a dermatologist and I think a good general rule to go by is more cosmetic type stuff go to an aesthetician. Rashes, skin care, irritation, skin exams... go to a derm. Dermatologist obviously do cosmetic stuff as well but it’s usually more of the big guns like laser, Botox, high grade face peels... things like that.
I really enjoy learning from your videos! I have always struggled with my skin, and now I am very committed to my skin care. Could you please make a video about acne scars, both old and new, the Dos and the Don’ts? 🙏
I didnt think much of this video but I clicked on it because I love your guys vibes and I actually learned a lot ! lol thank you two so much for sharing this info! :)
I have EDS, and hair removal is a nightmare! I get hundreds of ingrown hairs from the skin moving around and it’s always painful and irritating and only lasts around a day and I can’t shave again for at least a week. I know it’s rare but if y’all or anyone has EDS tips for removing hair it’d be a blessing 😭
Gillette SkinGuard is great, i found the Razor using half a DE ( Double Edge ) blade called The Twig from Leaf Shave very good head pivot as well and they are relative cheaper the blades, by the way i´m from Denmark here prices are insane on shaving blades regardless i know DE blades in THE USA are cheaper , yes THE TWIG is expensive but last you a life time. oh and the so call wet shave community says shave 3 steps 1. with the grain. 2. cross the grain 3. only if you REALLY want against the grain, i finde your video very good and informative....Thank you
Don’t forget to rinse razor often while shaving face. It really helps to get a better shave. And another option for shaving cream is Paula’s Choice. It’s perfect. Enjoy your informative videos. Thanks
Hey docs. I just used the Gillette shaver you recommended and it was the bomb. I normally use the Bevel straight edge razor (which has helped tremendously) but the Gillette shaver felt more agile and smooth. I also got the acne cleanser you mentioned and I like it, too. I don’t have an acne issue, but I like the way it made my face feel. Thank you!
Can Dr. Shah talk about caring for the skin underneath a beard? I'm not sure if I should be trying to put products onto the skin underneath my beard or if its just going to waste and getting absorbed by the hair
Can you please discuss deodorants vs antiperspirant? Which one is more safe? What ingredients do I look for when buying such product? Thanks in advance! I love your channel 💜 I appreciate all the effort 💙
Careful -- castor oil clogged my tear ducts and I ended up at the eye doc, two rounds of exfoliating eye pads, still have problems!! So I still use a little castor oil on my brows at night, but only Latisse or GrandeLash serum on eyelashes.
Thank you guys so much for making this clear and concise content! It's great for answering my questions that I would normally have to go to a derm to ask. Could you guys make a video regarding fading body scars as well as body skincare? Thanks so much
Please do a video on which order to layer serums & for which products a damp face is a better canvas. I think many of us are interested in products from The Ordinary and Inkey List. With so many different products in those and other skincare lines, I feel like I cannot squeeze every serum into an AM & a PM routine and would also like to know which products would have some benefit even if not used daily. So, if you do a layering video, please include how to rotate products whether every other day, 2-3X week and which serums to use together on alternating days.
I don't have a hairy face (just peach fuzz) but I shave maybe once a week to once every three weeks with a brow razor and have found zero issues. It helps remove dead skin, hair, and it makes my face softer. I would strongly recommend it. If you have thicker hairs, you will probably have to shave every day to every couple of days but as long as your willing to do the upkeep there is no problem. For example, I shave my arms because they are naturally really hairy and dark and as long as I shave them at least every couple of days, they look fine.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🪒 *Introduction to Shaving Basics* - Principles of shaving for various body parts. - Comprehensive coverage of shaving, including preparation, lubricants, razor selection, mechanics, and aftercare. 02:47 🚿 *Preparation: Wetting and Cleansing* - Wetting the hair to ease cutting and reduce friction. - Cleansing with a gentle cleanser to remove debris, bacteria, and fungi. - Using benzoyl peroxide wash for preventing ingrown hairs. 05:35 🧼 *Selecting Shaving Gel or Cream* - Discussion on the efficacy of gel vs. cream. - Recommendation of Aveeno Therapeutic Shave Gel and Vanicream Shave Cream. - Caution against products with irritants like menthol and peppermint. 08:23 🪒 *Choosing the Right Razor* - Emphasis on the importance of razor quality. - Recommendation of Gillette SkinGuard for sensitive skin. - Insight into the number of blades and the mechanics of razors. 11:29 ⬅️ *Mechanics of Shaving: Technique Tips* - Consensus on shaving with the direction of hair growth. - Importance of short, quick movements to prevent irritation. - Considerations for pulling the skin taut during shaving. 14:39 🧴 *Aftercare: Post-Shave Skincare* - Critique of traditional aftershave products. - Recommendation to use a cleanser for post-shave cleansing. - Suggestions for active ingredients like retinoids and salicylic acid to prevent ingrown hairs. 16:16 🚫 *Caution Against Certain Products* - Disapproval of fur oil and similar products with essential oils. - Emphasis on following the recommended principles to prevent ingrown hairs. - Importance of gentle exfoliation and preparing the skin for active ingredients. 17:18 🛍️ *Closing Remarks and Product Links* - Acknowledgment of viewer support. - Encouragement to like, comment, and subscribe. - Inclusion of product links in the description for viewer reference. Made with HARPA AI
THE 10 COMMANDMENTS PREVENTING OF INGROWN HAIRS: 1. THOU SHALT NOT USE DIRTY BLADES! Using a blade that's been used way too many times. Yes, this one may be obvious, but be sure to keep your used tools as clean as possible. Soap and rubbing alcohol will destroy bacteria. 2. HONOR THY DELICATE SKIN! Too many blades! If you are prone to ingrown hairs then you don’t need 3 or more blades. 3. DO NOT TAKE PREP TIME IN VAIN! You should be using a warm/hot water prep (5 mins). Then leave the shaving creme on for more than 3 minutes to really soften the hair. The hair stubble should literally fall away with little or no pressure at all. Pressing hard is the problem! Be gentle ya'll. 4. THOU SHALT NOT GO AGAINST THE GRAIN! Shaving against the grain. Shave in the direction of hair growth (usually down, but perform a face map to be sure). 5. THOU SHALT NOT PRESS! Pressing too hard on the skin with the blade. A gliding, light touch is all you need. This is likely your biggest issue. 6. THOU SHALT NOT PASS! Too many quick passes with the blade. One pass per hairy area - going 1-2 inches downward at a time - will prevent ingrown hairs. Always shave like you might cause damage, not like your mowing the front yard lawn. 7. THOU SHALT NOT COMMIT OVER SHAVING! Shaving too many times. This rule is hard to follow especially if you have to shave for your career but if you are prone to ingrowns, try shaving with an electric clipper. The results are not super close but no one but you will know the difference. Ladies, try waxing. 8. THOU SHALT NOT CLOG! Use of skin/pore clogging cremes or lotions. These keep hairs from growing up. After a shave, keep your skin bare; let the tiny army breath, and allow those newly shaved, really small, microscopic hairs to grow out just in time for the next shave. 9. KEEP THE SKIN FREE! Avoid tight fitting clothing around the Adam’s apple (neck) and/or below the waistline region. 10. REMEMBER TO EXFOLIATE! Not enough exfoliation to remove excess layers of skin. Use a skin care brush for razor bumps as directed. Brushes also tease the hairs away from entering the skin. Try a WIZKER brush today!
@wizker, your first point is great. Double edge razor blades are easier to deal with because nothing is blocking access to both sides of each cutting edge; but multiblade razors and cartridges require much more effort. You cannot simply remove the blades and cork them, therefore far less sanitary.
After very careful product selection for my shaving, I discovered that my skin easily withstands everything I trhow at it, so I pick my products based on shaving performance and the fragrance I like the most.
Thanks for the video guys! I wanted to share my aftershave tip, which is give an ice cube massage around my neck and chin. I tried too much with aftershave balms and stuff and I found out that an ice cube works really good to me.
I use a straight razor. Shark super straight razor blades are the best I have a lot of facial hair and one blade for my whole face every 2-3 days works amazingly. PSA using a straight razor (the RIGHT way) works more efficiently than one of the normal cartridge(Gillette/Harry’s/dollar shave club) type razors. If you use the cartridge type razors, use Hot Hot water to rinse the blades while shaving and after you finish use the coldest your facet will go to rinse it, shake it out and store it in a dry place like a drawer or medicine cabinet. Why? Because your hot water has a lot of minerals from the water heater in the house and it grows mineral-crystallites that essentially prematurely dull your razor. Take care
For beards, shave the neck line where your head meets your neck, or about a finger above the adam's apple. The hairs below that point are usually much sparser and finer and you have to maintain it less often. Plus, it looks better
