Shaving a beard can be a surprisingly emotional event for many men and some have even labeled these feelings post-shave depression. Is it normal for a man to be upset by shaving his beard? It is common for men to experience feelings of regret, doubt, or even mild depression after shaving their beard, as they …
When you need to shave, but you’ve just run out of shave soap, you might feel like you’re completely hopeless. The good news is that there are plenty of alternatives to shaving cream. The bad news is that some alternatives might seem tempting to use, but they may have disastrous results. Those without access to …
It’s one of the most common old wives’ tales: your hair grows back thicker if you shave. Shaving your face is a great way to remove facial hair, but will it cause your beard or mustache to grow back thicker? Beards and other facial hair can seem to grow back thicker or darker after shaving …
Shaving can be one of the more relaxing parts of your grooming and skincare routine, but sometimes it feels far from that. After getting your face ready for a clean and close shave, you may find that no matter how many times you shave, you can’t get a clean shave. Shaving against the grain, drawing …
Whether you are using an inexpensive disposable razor with a cheap shaving gel or a fancy straight razor with top-of-the-line shaving soap, the cost of shaving can go up fast. Why is it so expensive to shave? Disposable razors use the “razor and blades” sales model. This strategy involves selling a starter product (i.e., razors) …
Many men struggle with the necessity to shave every day because it causes them discomfort and irritation. Is it even possible to shave every day? Daily shaving is perfectly acceptable, and men shouldn’t worry about the adverse effects of frequent shavings. If done correctly by using a safety razor, washing beforehand, applying pre-shave oil, using …
Daily shavers may notice that after less than a week with a new razor that their blade becomes so dull that it leaves nicks across their face. By understanding how a blade loses its sharpness, you may be able to keep it longer while, at the same time, stopping ugly scratches on your face. Razor …
Whether you just ran out of shave soap, or you’re looking to “shave” a few dollars off of your budget, you might be wondering if you can shave with just water. Shaving with just water is a low-cost option to shaving with soap. To get a proper shave only using water, you must use a …