Razor bumps 101: How to avoid bumps after shaving

How and why do you get those red bumps after shaving?

Sensitive and dry skin types are especially prone to those not-so-fun shaving bumps. That’s because their natural skin barrier is weaker and the skin, thinner. Shaving can irritate the hair follicles due to the friction of the blade on the skin, causing hair follicles to become inflamed. Ouch!

But excessive sebum, an oily, waxy substance found in combination or oily skin, can also lead to these red bumps after shaving. Sebum can clog up pores and make them more prone to inflammation. That’s why shaving pimples appear on the face and everywhere else you shave.

How to avoid bumps after shaving:

The healthier and cleaner your skin, the less likely it is you’ll get shaving pimples. If you are prone to red bumps after shaving, use an oil-free moisturiser. As dirty skin is more likely to get inflamed, it is important to clean it gently before shaving. An electric skin cleansing brush helps to control the sebum production, clean the skin, and stimulate its blood flow, but make sure you’re using it properly by reading through the instructions.

Precaution is better than aftercare: avoiding red bumps after shaving

To avoid shaving pimples, you must remember two things: hygiene and a gentle shave. How do you make sure you follow these two important things? There is no real go-to razor bumps treatment that works for everyone, so it is best to prepare and approach shaving bumps with prevention in mind.

5 steps to prevent shaving bumps before shaving:

1. Wash your hands to avoid irritating or inflaming shaving pimples that are already there.
2. Wash your face with lukewarm water to cleanse the skin and let it dry. A dry shave will cause less friction. Remember to include your whole face and neck – you don’t want razor bumps on your chin or neckline simply because you forgot them!
3. Shave at least every other day so your hairs don’t grow too long. That reduces the risk of inflammation.
4. Choose a dry shave because it protects the natural skin barrier.
5. Choose a shaver designed for sensitive skin, such as the Philips Shaver 9000 Prestige. Its clever technology makes sure it glides gently over the skin without cutting too close, protecting the skin, and guaranteeing a smooth shave. The OneBlade conforms to your facial contours with less pressure, which makes it that little bit easier to prevent after shave bumps.