How to shave and avoid irritation (xotics regimen) perfect shave

What causes razor bumps?

You can develop razor burn for a number of different reasons. There isn’t any one specific thing — such as a type of razor or shaving lubricant — to avoid.
The following can lead to razor burn:
• shaving without using a lubricant, such as soap and water or shaving cream
• shaving against the direction of your hair
• using an old razor
• using a razor that’s clogged with hair, soap, or shaving cream
• shaving a single area too many times
• shaving too quickly
• using shaving products that irritate your skin
It’s important to remember that your razor is a tool that must be maintained and replaced as needed. Even if you’re using an appropriate lubricant and shaving in the correct direction, a dull or clogged blade can cause you to develop razor burn.

Is razor burn the same thing as razor bumps?
Although the terms are used interchangeably, razor burn and razor bumps are generally considered different conditions. A razor burn is caused after you shave, and razor bumps are the result of shaved hairs growing back and becoming ingrown.
Ingrown hairs may look like raised bumps or even acne. This may occur when you remove hair through methods such as shaving, tweezing, or waxing. When the hair grows back, it curls into your skin instead of away from your skin.
Similar to razor burn, razor bumps can cause tenderness, inflammation, and a red rash.
Razor bumps are more common in people with curly hair, because the hair is more likely to curl back into the skin. A more severe version of razor bumps is known as pseudofolliculitis barbae. This condition occurs in up to 60 percent of African American men and in others with curly hair. In severe situations, this condition may require your doctor’s advice and treatment.

Tips and tricks............
• Regularly exfoliate your skin to remove dead skin cells.
• Before shaving with razor , apply a lubricant, such Shave Therapy shavers lotion and shave Gel to provide a smooth protective glide.
• Avoid the temptation to pull your skin tightly while shaving.
• Shave in the direction that the hair grows.
• Shave with light and short strokes.
• Rinse your blade frequently during the shaving process.
• After shaving, rinse your skin with cold water or apply a cold washcloth to close pores.
• Replace your razor or blade frequently.
• Try using an electric razor or another safe hair removal method. Prep skin for shaver with Shave Therapy shavers lotion

3 STEP SHAVE SYSTEM

Step 1

Shave Therapy-

Prepares the skin for a flawless  before and aftershave experience. It penetrates pores with a unique blend of Shea Butter, Sweet Almond, and Aloe Vera.  Shave Therapy softens hair follicles with Jojoba oil to make using a hot towel optional. Our Formula helps smooth skin and reduce razor irritations, blemishes, and scarring.

(Apply Hot Towel to help soften the hair for a flawless shave.)

 Step 2 

Blue Aloe Shave Gel-

No lather clear gel is formulated for visibility to ensure smooth and effortless shave.  With cooling peppermint and chamomile, you will feel the ultimate comfort in your shave with less nicks and cuts. Aloe and Avocado oil formula helps soothe razor burn and dryness. 

Step 3

Blue Water Facial Spray-

Wake up and astringent spray. Finish with the refreshing Blue Water post shave recovery spray that is a blend of Aloe Vera juice and Lemongrass oil. This anti bump formula with Tea Tree oil heals and prevents razor bumps and other skin irritations that follow a close shave or just an afternoon refresher!

 (Spray directly to your face. Avoid spraying in your eyes.)

XOTICS SHAVING REGIMEN

ELECTRIC RAZOR OR CLIPPER SHAVING DIRECTIONS
1 APPLY A SMALL AMOUNT OF SHAVE THERAPY AT LEAST 3 MINUTES PRIOR TO SHAVING. TO PROTECT SKIN FROM MOVING BLADES
2 SHAVE AS USUAL
3 APPLY BLUE WATER TO MOISTURIZE AND AS AN ASTRINGENT
4 FOLLOW WITH SKIN RESCUE IF PRONE TO IRRITATION.

RAZOR SHAVING DIRECTIONS
1 APPLY SHAVE THERAPY TO PREP SKIN.
2 APPLY SHAVE GEL AND SHAVE, USING WATER TO REHYDRATE.
3 FINISH WITH BLUE WATER FACIAL SPRAY
4 FOLLOW WITH SKIN RESCUE IF PRONE TO IRRITATION.

DELUXE RAZOR SHAVE DIRECTIONS
1 APPLY SHAVE THERAPY TO PREP SKIN WITH MASSAGE
2 APPLY WARM TOWEL TO FACE FOR 30 SECONDS
3 4 2ND COAT OF SHAVE THERAPY
4 APPLY A GENEROUS COAT OF SHAVE GEL WITH LIGHT MASSAGE
5 SHAVE AND ADD WATER TO REHYDRATE WHILE SHAVING
6 APPLY COLD TOWEL FOR 30 SECONDS TO CLOSE PORES AND WIPE FACE
7 APPLY SKIN RESCUE BY HAND
8 APPLY COLD TOWEL FOR 15 SECONDS
9 SPRAY BLUE WATER TO FINISH AND MOISTURIZE