How To Pick The Right Barber Shaving Gel Or Cream For Your Needs

By Sharon Parker


Most men will agree that shaving their face is not something that they enjoy doing. For many men, it can lead to dry, irritated or damaged skin. It may end up causing them problems with ingrown hairs or cuts and abrasions. Often men will choose to grow a beard so that they can reduce the amount of time they need to spend shaving their face. Some men may not be able to do so because of their job or for other reasons. A good barber shaving gel will help you keep your face looking and feeling great.

In the past, men often didn't think as much about the products they were using on their skin but this is changing. Men are now choosing more luxurious products because they want their skin to look and feel good. In some ways, a man's facial skin tends to take more abuse than a woman's. Shaving it daily can strip it of essential oils and if a man works outside, it may be exposed to the drying effects of sunlight and extreme temperatures.

You may notice that there are creams, lotions, gels and foams that can all be used for removing facial hair. They all have different textures. Some will produce more foam than others and will feel differently on the skin. A lot of times, the choice of product will come down to personal preference as some men like the feel of a gel while others may prefer foam or cream instead.

You may wonder whether it is worthwhile to use a product that is especially for shaving. Some men try and start out using normal soap and will quickly see the reason for switching. If you do not use the right product you will often find that your skin rapidly becomes irritated and raw.

If you are currently using a shaving product you may want to think about how your face feels after. If it is tight, dry, itchy or red it may be a sign that the current product you are using is not the right one for your needs. You may also find that one product may not be the right choice all year long.

It can take several days for the negative effects of a skin product to be felt. If you are dealing with a product that does not have enough of a moisturizing effect it will often be okay if it is used once or twice but it may not be able to handle you using it day after day.

It may surprise you to learn that your hair type will have as much of an effect on the products you will use as your skin type. Removing coarse, plentiful hair will be easier if a man uses a product that softens the hair shaft and which provides a thick layer of lubrication on the skin. A gel may work better in this situation rather than a foam or a shaving soap. Thinner hair or oilier skin may do better with a lighter product.

There are many different options to choose from and they can be found both in drug stores and from high end men's boutiques. You may find that one product will work best regardless of the price tag attached to it.




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