Sensitive skin on the neck bleeds after shaving
A shaved beard is considered well-groomed. But not only the face is diligently depilated. It has become normal for men to shave their chest, armpits and even their genital area and is even expected by many women. More and more men are even shaving their legs. But the perfect shave has to be learned, because sensitive skin, such as under the arms or on the neck, is very vulnerable. Learning how to avoid cuts, razor burns and pesky pimples, and what to do if you do bleed, is easier than you think.
What you need:
- Wet shaving system with three or more blades in the head
- Shaving gel, foam, cream or oil
- mirrors
- Replacement blades
- clean water
- Possibly. Shaving brush
- Possibly. After-shave product
Wet or dry? - How best to shave?
There are basically two methods of shaving: the wet shave, for example with normal razor blades or modern system razors, and the dry shave with electric shaving heads. Both methods are briefly presented here with their main advantages and disadvantages:
- The dry shave is the variant that is gentler on the skin. With modern electric razors, it is hardly possible to cut yourself while shaving. You save yourself soaking the hair and do not need a lubricating film. However, the disadvantage is that you are dependent on an electrical source and the result is not so smooth. In addition, the considerable price for an electric razor should be pointed out.
- The wet shave is associated with a little more effort than the dry shave. It is cheaper for this and the shave is also more thorough. The disadvantage is the risk of injury; however, it is with system razors that have three or more blades almost impossible to get injured, because they automatically set the right angle to the skin a.
Which method you choose naturally depends entirely on your personal preference.
This is how the perfect shave works
Below is a guide on how to get the perfect shave. In the following, only the wet shave will be discussed. If you decide to shave dry, please refer to the instructions in the operating instructions for the device.
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- Always use hygienically impeccable blades and replace old blades if necessary. You should also replace blunt blades; they are more likely to cut yourself and put more strain on the skin.
- Soak your hair first, this will make it easier for you to shave later. Simply moisten the skin to be shaved with water. Clear, lukewarm water is best for this.
- Apply a lubricating film. This considerably improves the guidance of the blade. It does not "pluck" as much and injuries are avoided. You can use a variety of products to do this. The most common are shaving gel and shaving foam. The following applies: Gel is a little more expensive than foam, but more productive. In addition, you can also use a shaving cream, which is best applied with a brush. The use of a shaving oil or simple shower gel is also possible.
- Carefully place the blade on the area to be depilated. System razors automatically adjust to the optimum angle; if you use a razor, you will need a little practice. Now guide the blade over the skin without exerting too much pressure. Do not go over the same area of skin several times, but always apply gel or foam beforehand. In between, rinse the blades repeatedly under running water. Shave You with the line, the risk of injury decreases, it is not so smooth. Shaving against the grain carries a higher risk of cuts, but produces a smoother result.
- After shaving, thoroughly remove any remaining foam with clean water. Cold water has the advantage that the skin can calm down.
- Dry the skin with a soft towel. You can then use an after-shave, which should not contain alcohol or any other skin-irritating ingredients.
- When you have finished, you should rinse the shaver thoroughly and put it back in its holder.
Neck, armpits, genital areas, sensitive skin
Sensitive areas of skin, such as the neck or Genital area, tolerate a shave worse than other skin regions. They therefore need special care.
- There the skin is usually thinner or wrinkled, so that skin rubs against skin, which can lead to irritation. Shaving itself also irritates the skin, because in addition to the hair, part of the top layer of skin is always removed. The result is razor burn, inflamed areas of the skin that turn red and can be painful to the touch.
- Razor burn occurs especially when an area of skin is shaved for the first time. If you shave regularly, you get used to it and the skin can relax again.
- You shouldn't overdo it, either. Sometimes it is better to give the skin some time to relax. Instead of shaving every day, it is better to depilate every 2 or 3 days. Shaving with the grain also helps prevent razor burn.
- It can also help to cool the damaged skin a little after shaving, for example with an ice cube or a wet washcloth that has been lying in the refrigerator compartment for half an hour
- Sensitive areas of skin can also be treated with a little baby powder or a healing ointment (active ingredient dexpanthenol) after shaving.
Another problem - ingrown hair
- It can happen that the tip of the hair that grows back bends over and grows into the skin. Ingrown hairs not only irritate the skin, they also cause it to look unsightly as well painful pimples develop, the purulent contents of which also affect the surrounding skin areas can pull.
- To prevent hair from growing in, it is important to regularly remove dead and excess skin flakes. A gentle peeling based on normal table salt mixed with a little honey and milk is recommended for this. A loofah sponge can also be used here.
Cut and it bleeds - now what?
Even with all caution, it can happen that you cut yourself out of carelessness and the wound bleeds. This is the best way to proceed:
- Rinse the wound with clean water, otherwise you will irritate your skin with shaving gel residues.
- Shave wounds are usually only superficial injuries. It may happen that the bleeding is a little harder at times, but the bleeding usually stops on its own. Simply “make” a compress, for example from a washcloth, and press the wound with it for about five minutes. You can also get an emergency alum pen at the pharmacy to stop the bleeding. However, you should be particularly careful if you suffer from haemophilia or are taking anticoagulant medication. You should then keep a close eye on the wound and consult a doctor if necessary.
- You should also treat the wound with a disinfectant. You can also apply a plaster afterwards. However, this is not advisable, as plasters often do not stick well to these areas of the skin and small shave wounds usually heal by themselves without complications.
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