question about shaving.

saiyanjin · 06-18-2008, 07:22 PM

i dont know if im the only one with this problem. i get razor bumps when i shave my body chest and stomach and stuff. sometimes just a few, right now a patch. do you use lotion afterwards or what? i always do it in the shower with a cheap BIC. i figured competitors shave so they would have some insight. please any thoughts?

bluetwistedsteel · 06-18-2008, 08:09 PM

Use a preshave gel and a soother when you're done. May work and may not - some people just get those bumps regardless. if the bumps are unavoidable and really bother you and you're not hopping on the stage just get some clippers and clip everything really close.

trivial · 06-18-2008, 08:15 PM

I don't get bumps when I use saline on my skin afterwards....doesn't work for hubby though. Maybe give it a shot?

saiyanjin · 06-18-2008, 09:55 PM

thanks for the replies, i will give it a shot trivial.

alphaGeek · 06-18-2008, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by saiyanjin

i dont know if im the only one with this problem. i get razor bumps when i shave my body chest and stomach and stuff. sometimes just a few, right now a patch. do you use lotion afterwards or what? i always do it in the shower with a cheap BIC. i figured competitors shave so they would have some insight. please any thoughts?

Try a more expensive razor... I also wash twice a day because I came to the realization (after reading an article somewhere) that bacteria cause them too... this has helped sooo much. Oh yeah, wash, shave then wash again... dry well before dressing... Morning and Evening post workout.

--aG

Ulter · 06-18-2008, 11:13 PM

I don't shave against the grain and use a quatro

PeteM · 06-18-2008, 11:33 PM

I use a Mach 3 (The vibrating one), as Ulter sugested shave with the grain. Instead of shaving cream, I recomend and good hair conditioner - let it sit for a minute or two in the shower and then try.

saiyanjin · 06-18-2008, 11:34 PM

ok. funny u say that, i have been shaving against the grain, and not been using a schick quattro. thanks for the tips guys.

bluetwistedsteel · 06-19-2008, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by saiyanjin

ok. funny u say that, i have been shaving against the grain, and not been using a schick quattro. thanks for the tips guys.

BINGO! That's the problem. With the grain and you're likely good to go.

saiyanjin · 06-19-2008, 12:31 AM

twisted, thanks. funny this is brought up, i get shaving bumps on my neck too, not that bad, but still. ill start going with grain from now on all the time.

WonderWoman · 06-19-2008, 08:04 AM

mac 3 strong enough for a man but also a woman could use, lol... I love it. No bumps either

cranny · 06-19-2008, 08:07 AM

Def. try going w/ the grain. If that fails I would recommend a Body Groomer by Norelco. It's an elec. razor for your body hair. It won't get as close as a razor but almost and no rash at all.

solidspine · 06-19-2008, 10:09 AM

The only place it bothers me, is my left arm, and my boobs, they itch like crazy.

I got three jars of skin cream from Nivea don’t know if it helps

And also use Gold Bond Creams to cut the itching, and some Chinese balm, which really helps.

Use to spray AIFM on my boobs, can’t anymore, itches too much.

Doggy · 06-19-2008, 12:18 PM

I shave head, chest, arms, ...& some.

Quatro or Mach 3 power; only way to go!

MR. BMJ · 06-19-2008, 03:32 PM

Wash yourself first like AG mentioned. PeteM's idea of using a conditioner on the hair works sometimes too for 'softening' the hair follical. Exfoliate the skin where you are gonna shave with one of those exfoliating brushes or with something. This will help clear any dead skin and pull the hair out some to also prevent some chances of ingrown hairs. Use a good razor, I use the Gillette Fusion razor myself. Cleaning the razor with alcohol before using may also help.

Dry off well with towel, then apply prescription antiobiotic to skin. I have a Rx for clindamycin gel 1%.

I have no answer on the shaving creams. I have heard good and bad on all types, just make sure that the skins stays wet and that you do not use too much to where it clogs the razor and multiple swipes needed. This will increase irritation.

Animal was selling a topical Idebenone (sp) solution that many people liked to use instead of creams/gels....but I never tried it. Right now I use Skintimate "sensitive skin" gel for myself.

I can usually avoid razor burn everywhere now except my upper chest...nothing has worked for me in that area. I also still get it in the arm crevice opposite the elbow from rubbing irritation.

Kabeetz had a good write up on this, I believe the off-topic board, where a male hair guy told him to exfoliate and just shave using the bodywash I believe. I have been shaving with the same bodywash soap I use for my body on my neck lately, after exfoliating, and NO razor bumps at all. The secret is to exfoliate. I use either Dial-3D or Old Spice High Endurance bodywash in the shower right now

BMJ

get456 · 06-19-2008, 04:58 PM

I would also suggest some sort of toner after you shave... I use body scrub first, then just regular dial with one of those fancy venus razors with the aloe/shea strips on both sides... I shave with the grain then pat dry... after that I apply witch hazel to everywhere I've shaved, then a cocoa butter/aloe moisturizer ... that has been working better than any way ive ever done it before AND i havent even gotten razor bumps on my underwear line after shaving my stomach which was a huge issue for me

Sue Me · 06-20-2008, 02:16 PM

I use a deep pore-cleanser lotion. In the shower, I use a
water-activated gel cleanser, then a honey-almond body
scrub, and on the face an exfoliating gel scrub.

Then I apply an herb mint facial masque which
I leave on for ten minutes while I prepare the rest of my
routine.

I always use an after-shave lotion with little
or no alcohol because alcohol dries your face out and makes
you look older. Then moisturizer, then an anti-aging eye
balm, followed by a final moisturizing "protective" lotion

06-18-2008, 07:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
saiyanjin Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: In the backwoods. Posts: 464 Rep Power: 10475	question about shaving. i dont know if im the only one with this problem. i get razor bumps when i shave my body chest and stomach and stuff. sometimes just a few, right now a patch. do you use lotion afterwards or what? i always do it in the shower with a cheap BIC. i figured competitors shave so they would have some insight. please any thoughts?

06-18-2008, 08:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
trivial heart like a maniac Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 4,878 Rep Power: 272546	I don't get bumps when I use saline on my skin afterwards....doesn't work for hubby though. Maybe give it a shot? __________________ Funny bodybuilding tees, tanks and hoodies at www.wittystees.com Triv's Photo Album Bio First Comp Pics Fluffy Pics

06-18-2008, 11:13 PM	#6 (permalink)
Ulter Chairman of the board Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Orlando Posts: 27,416 Rep Power: 273399	I don't shave against the grain and use a quatro __________________ > . . When you register at www.theafstore.com make sure you register as an AF Board Member to get the discounted pricing.

06-19-2008, 03:32 PM	#15 (permalink)
MR. BMJ EXECUTIVE MODERATOR Join Date: Feb 2000 Posts: 9,981 Rep Power: 295592	Wash yourself first like AG mentioned. PeteM's idea of using a conditioner on the hair works sometimes too for 'softening' the hair follical. Exfoliate the skin where you are gonna shave with one of those exfoliating brushes or with something. This will help clear any dead skin and pull the hair out some to also prevent some chances of ingrown hairs. Use a good razor, I use the Gillette Fusion razor myself. Cleaning the razor with alcohol before using may also help. Dry off well with towel, then apply prescription antiobiotic to skin. I have a Rx for clindamycin gel 1%. I have no answer on the shaving creams. I have heard good and bad on all types, just make sure that the skins stays wet and that you do not use too much to where it clogs the razor and multiple swipes needed. This will increase irritation. Animal was selling a topical Idebenone (sp) solution that many people liked to use instead of creams/gels....but I never tried it. Right now I use Skintimate "sensitive skin" gel for myself. I can usually avoid razor burn everywhere now except my upper chest...nothing has worked for me in that area. I also still get it in the arm crevice opposite the elbow from rubbing irritation. Kabeetz had a good write up on this, I believe the off-topic board, where a male hair guy told him to exfoliate and just shave using the bodywash I believe. I have been shaving with the same bodywash soap I use for my body on my neck lately, after exfoliating, and NO razor bumps at all. The secret is to exfoliate. I use either Dial-3D or Old Spice High Endurance bodywash in the shower right now BMJ __________________ "No researcher has made a human bigger than a dumb-shit bodybuilder."---Dan Duchaine (12/18/97) BMJ...aka...."SPANKY"

06-18-2008, 08:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
bluetwistedsteel Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 715 Rep Power: 76349	Use a preshave gel and a soother when you're done. May work and may not - some people just get those bumps regardless. if the bumps are unavoidable and really bother you and you're not hopping on the stage just get some clippers and clip everything really close.

06-18-2008, 09:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
saiyanjin Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: In the backwoods. Posts: 464 Rep Power: 10475	thanks for the replies, i will give it a shot trivial.

06-18-2008, 11:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
PeteM Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 345 Rep Power: 57780	I use a Mach 3 (The vibrating one), as Ulter sugested shave with the grain. Instead of shaving cream, I recomend and good hair conditioner - let it sit for a minute or two in the shower and then try.

06-18-2008, 11:34 PM	#8 (permalink)
saiyanjin Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: In the backwoods. Posts: 464 Rep Power: 10475	ok. funny u say that, i have been shaving against the grain, and not been using a schick quattro. thanks for the tips guys.

06-19-2008, 12:31 AM	#10 (permalink)
saiyanjin Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: In the backwoods. Posts: 464 Rep Power: 10475	twisted, thanks. funny this is brought up, i get shaving bumps on my neck too, not that bad, but still. ill start going with grain from now on all the time.

06-19-2008, 08:04 AM	#11 (permalink)
WonderWoman Fluffy and FULL Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Jersey! Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 478003	mac 3 strong enough for a man but also a woman could use, lol... I love it. No bumps either

06-19-2008, 08:07 AM	#12 (permalink)
cranny Runs with scissors Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Testville Posts: 1,268 Rep Power: 150539	Def. try going w/ the grain. If that fails I would recommend a Body Groomer by Norelco. It's an elec. razor for your body hair. It won't get as close as a razor but almost and no rash at all.

06-19-2008, 12:18 PM	#14 (permalink)
Doggy Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Posts: 883 Rep Power: 30098	I shave head, chest, arms, ...& some. Quatro or Mach 3 power; only way to go!

06-19-2008, 04:58 PM	#16 (permalink)
get456 Gold Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 737 Rep Power: 14970	I would also suggest some sort of toner after you shave... I use body scrub first, then just regular dial with one of those fancy venus razors with the aloe/shea strips on both sides... I shave with the grain then pat dry... after that I apply witch hazel to everywhere I've shaved, then a cocoa butter/aloe moisturizer ... that has been working better than any way ive ever done it before AND i havent even gotten razor bumps on my underwear line after shaving my stomach which was a huge issue for me

06-20-2008, 02:16 PM	#17 (permalink)
Sue Me Scumbag Banker Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 620 Rep Power: 9734	I use a deep pore-cleanser lotion. In the shower, I use a water-activated gel cleanser, then a honey-almond body scrub, and on the face an exfoliating gel scrub. Then I apply an herb mint facial masque which I leave on for ten minutes while I prepare the rest of my routine. I always use an after-shave lotion with little or no alcohol because alcohol dries your face out and makes you look older. Then moisturizer, then an anti-aging eye balm, followed by a final moisturizing "protective" lotion

06-22-2008, 01:53 AM	#18 (permalink)
get456 Gold Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 737 Rep Power: 14970