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Shaving Tips To Save Your Skin!

Nicks aren’t the only thing to worry about when ya start shaving. Dry skin, razor burn and ingrown hairs all get to even the most gorgeous of gams. But scoring smooth legs doesn’t have to be a summer bummer.

We chatted up master barber Diane Wood to nab her best-ever skin-savin' shaving tricks. Keep reading and you'll be a bump-free babe by beach time.

1. Get Buff

Ok, so you know to shave once you’ve been in the shower for a few (wet hair gives ya a better shave), but exfoliating is a crucial step when getting fuzz-free. “Try to exfoliate skin before shaving as this helps prevent in-grown hairs that are caused when the hairs curl back under the skin,” Diane shares.

2. Lather Up

Diane recommends using a shave gel over a cream. “It may feel good to have a lot of shaving foam on your legs but the fact is that the lather is created by surfactants (similar to detergents) which dry out your skin,” she tells us. Oh, and all of you girls who swear by a bar of Ivory and H20? “Soap or water alone can lead to dry and irritated skin.”

3. For the Fab Finish...

“After shaving, thoroughly rinse off any remaining shaving gel from your skin with cold water,” Diane spills. To avoid those pesky bumps, wait an hour before moisturizing. Apply your fave lotion, and you’re set!

-Katie Abbondanza

BY CAITLIN R. ON 5/8/2009 7:00:00 AM 128 COMMENTS

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tennis! on 1/2/2010 3:05:33 PM

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Do should you to use gel or cream, cause i don't. Also i only have razor bumps on my knees, how do i get rid of them? Thanx!
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2010!

hey girl,

I like cream, because you can see it better on legs for shaving. Razor bumps go away with lotion! Put it on everyday after you shower.

xoxo

Sammy D

Sammy d.

tennis! on 1/1/2010 8:06:37 PM

mods also should i ask my mom to shave or should i just shave?

jgirl841 on 8/15/2009 12:21:28 PM

hey mods can you guys help me how do i ask my mom i want to shave my legs they are really hairy but do not have one clue on how to ask her oh and we aren't really that close.help

Hey girl! I would suggest sitting down and talking with her and explaining to her all of the reasons why you want to shave your legs and why you think you're ready to. If she's worried you're not "mature" enough, you can help out around the house and do other things like getting your work done on time and being prepared for school to show her how mature and ready you are.

xx katy

Katy J.

jgirl841 on 8/15/2009 12:20:13 PM

modmodmodmod help i dont know if this is safe i shave in the shower here wat i do i sit down wen i turn off the shower on the ground and shave is this gross

xxpaetonxx266 on 7/20/2009 7:31:45 PM

MOD!
it says not to only use a bar of soap and water. What about dove soap? It says it has like lotion or something in it. Thanks!

Hey, chica. After shaving, you def have to put some lotion on to make sure your skin stays moisturized.

Paulette W.

camel490 on 7/5/2009 11:04:35 PM

i hate those razor bumps

SummerLoving27 on 6/23/2009 6:39:06 PM

MOD...
okkay thanks for da helP!!

MrsNickJonas4ever on 6/15/2009 12:48:04 PM

MODD!! (Annemarie :]) okkay...thanks:] !! but do you think i should wait till i see him and tell him person? or should i like email him or talk to him on facebook? (i would call his cell phone, but i think that would be a little awakward...)

Sorry not Annemarie but I can help! I think it depends on what you prefer. In person is definitly more personal but can be awkward. If you feel to nervous to say it to his face a nice e-mail would do the trick too! Good luck

Brooke E.

MrsNickJonas4ever on 6/15/2009 11:13:16 AM

hey these are cool! leave a comment on my pro!!!plzzzzzzz!

jewels101 on 6/15/2009 9:32:02 AM

MOD!!!!
my ex-bf just asked my bff if i still liked him. i still do...a lot. my bff knew that and she first answered with a joking "haha no!! of course not!!" then he said "no, serously, does she?" then she...thought she was being helpfull said "no, she reely doesnt" then he said "ohh..."
i reeeeeely wish my bff had asked him if he still liked me or told him i liked him...but she didnt. should i just tell him how i reely feel? should i ask him if he likes me?

Hey Girl, I would go ahead and tell him. Sounds like he might be interested and theres no shame in still having feelings for someone you used to care about. xo Annemarie

Annemarie D.

MrsNickJonas4ever on 6/15/2009 12:30:53 AM

Thanks this so helpful!

awesumgrl18 on 6/14/2009 10:34:15 PM

if you dont shave in the shower but when you get out put lotion on your legs and shave iv noticed that your legs are smoother and i dont get cut as often. plus you save water

ajk25 on 5/30/2009 4:02:43 PM

mod!!!
what are razor burns? marks and scrapes that come from your legg when you shave.. Sherryn D.

kcto14 on 5/28/2009 9:42:23 PM

mod!!
how come nothing on this post is getting posted from me?

Hey girl,

Things are super busy with the mods right now, and it's hard to get through all of the comments and answer all the questions quick enough. It's super helpful if you don't post the same thing over and over, 'cause that clogs up the system. Just sit tight and wait a lil' bit - we'll get to your questions soon!

~Alexa

alexa e.

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kcto14 on 5/28/2009 9:26:30 PM

uuuuuuuugh, I always get the dry skin!

ajmhooper on 5/28/2009 3:26:53 PM

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stitchersixer6 on 5/25/2009 3:53:04 PM

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i want to start shaving but i don't know how to ask my mom about it. any tips??

Hey girl,

Pull her aside when she's in a good mood and just tell her. Be sure to ask in a polite and mature way, and explain why you want to start shaving. Hopefully she will understand and help you out!

xo Lisa

Lisa B.

kgirlpanda on 5/19/2009 4:32:54 PM

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what's the best way to get rid of armpit hair. i have some and it's kinda annoying!!!

Hey girl,

A lot of girls who choose to get rid of theirs shave it or use a hair removal cream (like Nair). If you choose to use a cream, make sure you look at the instructions carefully, and leave it on for less time than it says you need for your legs. Talk to your mom and ask her for some tips!

xo Lisa

Lisa B.

kgirlpanda on 5/19/2009 4:30:10 PM

Thank God. Finally, someone gives some USEFULL shaving advice. I absolutly DISPISE razor bumps. They can go die in a well. If possible.

evil_pixie! on 5/16/2009 8:54:04 PM

what is exfoliating ?

random_pixie_dust on 5/15/2009 12:22:14 PM

I shave and i get bumps all the time this really helps!!!!

wntw319 on 5/14/2009 10:16:01 PM

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wntw319 on 5/14/2009 10:15:24 PM

Thanks Mod ;)

stargal7 on 5/12/2009 6:03:50 PM

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What adout bumps on armpits?

Hey girl,

Your armpits are super-sensitive, so try these tricks to avoid those pesky bumps: wash them gently every day with a clean, damp washcloth to unclog pores, and shave in the direction of hair growth.

xo Lisa

Lisa B.

canadianfawn on 5/12/2009 10:14:47 AM

thanxs these tips r great advice!

nickluverjb on 5/11/2009 8:39:56 PM

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darkduck12 on 5/11/2009 8:25:24 PM

Awesome! I hate shaving my legs, but a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do. . .

darkduck12 on 5/11/2009 8:06:35 PM

Awesome but what can u do to get rid of those bumps!!!!

famousrichgirl on 5/11/2009 6:13:27 PM

*MOD* I just started shaving my legs a few weeks ago, but my mom tlod me not to shave my thighs because you get red bumps. Is that true? And also, I have these pimple type of things on my thighs even though I dont shave them. How can i get rid of 'em? Thanks

Hey girl! Not everyone gets red bumps on their thighs from shaving. It's different for everyone. All you can do is try and see what happens. You could always use Nair on your thighs. Make sure you're moisturizing and exfoliating.

Jess H.

stargal7 on 5/11/2009 5:58:37 PM

im sooo gonna try

surferchicgonegirly on 5/11/2009 11:25:19 AM

----MOD----- i no this sounds dumb but r the little red rash-bumps razor burn??? thx

Yep, -lauren

Lauren H.

omgibrokanale on 5/10/2009 4:47:51 PM

cool tips. i usually use moisturizing conditioner and it works but i dont even shave that often i have poodle socks hiked half up my legs anyway.

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danser411 on 5/10/2009 4:37:24 PM

MOD!!! what do I do if there is no shaving cream or gel in the house and I really have to shave?! Help!!! Thanks so much!

Try using soap or shampoo for now. -lauren

Lauren H.

willbskinny on 5/10/2009 3:30:07 PM

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twilightluver99 on 5/10/2009 11:44:50 AM

MOD MOD MOD!!!!! How do you get all the hair in your pits? I still get some stubble!

Hey babes,

Try using a Venus razor they get a really close shave. Also shave up and down it gets the hairs at all angles.

Xo Lori

lori S.

sodapoprocker on 5/9/2009 11:42:49 PM

MOD!!!!! PLEASE ANSWER!!!
I use a razor that has this soap stuff around it, so like the razors in the middle and surrounded by this soft soap. Is that ok to use? because I have only even used that and i have only recently started getting bumps but maybe thats cuz I did it too fast... anyways should I get just a normal razor and use shaving gel or keep the one i have?

The razor you're using should be fine. -lauren

Lauren H.

tokio hotel lover <3 on 5/9/2009 7:08:13 PM

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Whenever I shave my armpits, I get these horrible bumps all over my underarms! They get really irrated and fill up with pus. What should I do about them??

Hey Girl, you might want to get that checked out by a dermatolgoist. *Cara T*

Cara T.

sara9630 on 5/9/2009 3:44:25 PM

haha reading this made me want to shave my legs and the tips definitely made a difference! thanx GL

jbluva on 5/9/2009 3:06:12 PM

Thanks Mod!!

clang848 on 5/9/2009 10:04:11 AM

Hey Mods again, So my bff has been acting really weird lately (and i know its not PMS, she is barely "deveoped") and I don't like it!! Her mood isreally annoying and if i tell her to stop she will really HIT me!! She is kinda getting scary. And then my other friend is dressing like a "older"girl. We try to tell her to stop, but she gets mad and runs away!! Even when her shirt is litterly falling down!! She wont even wear a bra!! Any advice?? All my friends are driving me/us crazy!!!

Hey babe, your first friend could be going through alot in her home life. Try talking to her about that and how you feel with her emotional outbreaks.Also, with your second friend, tell her your concerns and say that you care about her and you don't want her to be percieved badly at school.<3 Sherryn D.

Sherryn D.

clang848 on 5/9/2009 9:43:55 AM

mod ** i have explosive diarrhea (spelling!). any suggestions on how to control this beastly thing?

Just sit for awhile, let it all out. Then drink some pepto bismal.<3 Sherryn D.

Sherryn D.

musicislove 8D on 5/9/2009 9:22:48 AM

MOD ** my friend is still sleeping and i want her to get up. any suggestions???

Nudge her to wake up, or shake her. <3 Sherryn D.

Sherryn D.

musicislove 8D on 5/9/2009 9:16:46 AM

MOD---- Why isn't my profile publicly visible yet? My parents gave me permission so why does it say profile not publicly visible when I click on what does every body else see?

We are still working on it.<3 Sherryn D.

Sherryn D.

summerlover4 on 5/9/2009 8:50:44 AM

mod,
i have an ingrown hair (i think) in my armpit from shaving it and it hurts really bad! what can i do to get rid of it or to make it stop hurting?

Hey babes,

You're going to have to let it grow out a little. For the futur try using a Venus razor and shave at night so you don't have to put on deoderant right away.

Xo Lori

lori S.

bananalvr1234 on 5/9/2009 12:28:22 AM

MOD
When I shave I just use a razor and nothing else I have never cut myself, but would you advise using a gel? Also I can't find shorts anywhere and if I do there like $35. Do you know of any places with cute but reasonably priced shorts? Thx!

Hey babes,

I would say use something to avoid razor burn and bumps. Gel makes it way more comfortable and it makes your legs super soft. Try Marshalls, Ross, TJ Maxx, Target and H&M.

Xo Lori

lori S.

soccerluver12 on 5/8/2009 11:59:09 PM

hey, thanks(:

ZUMIE PENGUINS<3edward♥ on 5/8/2009 11:57:44 PM

these r good tips but i think ill stick with nair.

isabella1997219 on 5/8/2009 11:50:45 PM

MOODD- Uhm, a little help: My bf and i broke up like 3 days ago and we haventtalked ever since. and then i likemy church guy that iveknownfor like 3 years and he used to likeme but idk if he stilldoes. & his brother seems to like me and today one of my guy friends askedme out. 1)is it too early to go out w/someone and going out with ppl that early and idk what to do. i have soooo much guy trouble, itslike de javu from last year.

Hey babes,

If you guys didn't date for very long then it most likely won't take long to get over the situation. If you like a specific guy then talk to him a flirt a little and see where it goes.

Xo Lori

lori S.

ZUMIE PENGUINS<3edward♥ on 5/8/2009 11:50:35 PM

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