How To Treat A Shaving Cut

Every man has experienced this when shaving, it is inevitable! No matter how advanced these new razors get, they cut us eventually. There are a number of things you can do to minimize the chances of getting cuts in the first place:

  1. Do not skip your pre-shave prep, apply proper amount of beard foam and open your pres to allow the hairs to leave our face easier!
  2. Use a double edge safety razor.
  3. When using the double edge safety razor don't apply pressure with it!
  4. If you feel you need to apply pressure to get a clean cut, or feel the lade tugging when shaving then change the blade.
  5. Master the proper angle when shaving
  6. Don't go against the grain when shaving.
  7. Use aftershave balm

But, if you find you've cut yourself there are a number of things you can do to help, rather than sticking a bit of loo roll on the cut!

There are also some home remedies you can apply if you don't have the above to hand:

  • Ice
  • Lip Balm
  • Vaseline
  • Cold Water
  • Aftershave
  • Listerine
  • Anti-perspirent

These, however are only for minor cuts, if the bleeding don't stop making sure you get some medical help!

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