Unwanted facial and body hair is a big concern among men. It makes us look older and gives us a disheveled look. Whether you’re shaving for your partner or for a sport, these simple tips will help you eliminate unwanted hair on your face and body.
1. Bushy Eyebrows: For bushy eyebrows, comb your brows up and use round-pointed scissors to trim them. If you’re sporting a unibrow, tweezers are the best way to attack it.
2. Hair in Ears: Don’t be like grandpa. Ear hair can be difficult to trim because you can’t really see it. To see if you have any, pull your ear away from your hair. If you find some, use an electric trimmer.
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3. Hair in Nose: You might think that tweezers are ideal for nose hair. Although they get the job done, you’ll be squealing in pain. Use an electric trimmer instead and avoid getting rid of all the hair – you need some to filter dirt and dust.
4. Hair on Neck: You’ll need a hand mirror, men’s shaving gel and a razor for this. With your back to a bathroom mirror, hold the hand mirror in front of you and shave all the way down to just below the neckline of your shirt. Afterward, use a men’s aftershave to avoid irritation.
5. Hair on Chest & Abdomen: Before shaving any body hair, it’s important to soak your body in warm water for 5-10 minutes and follow this up with a men’s exfoliating scrub to make shaving easier. For chest hair and abdomen hair, use a fresh razor and men’s lubricating shaving gel. If any of your chest hair is long, do a first pass with scissors. Hold the razor at a 30-45 degree angle, pull skin taut and shave in direction of hair growth.
6. Hair on Back: Shaving your back is difficult without a partner or some extra help. Your best bet is to wax it off to minimize your risk of nicks and cuts – plus, it lasts longer.
7. Hair on Legs: Apply a generous amount of Advanced Shave Formula. Use long, upward strokes when shaving your legs. Make sure to finish with Post-Shave Repair to prevent razor burn and other irritation.
8. Hair in Underarms: Some armpit hair is expected on men, so don’t get rid of it completely. Use a comb and scissors to trim it down while it’s wet. Don’t forget to use an unscented men’s deodorant to manage body odor.
9. Hair in Pubic Area: It goes without saying that you should be very careful in this area. Keep things simple: just use scissors to trim a bit. You don’t need to go to town.
For more shaving advice, check out “Common Men’s Shaving Mistakes” and “4 Tips for Ingrown Hair Treatment.”
