If I run out of shaving gel, can I just use soap? You can, but remember that soap and other cleansers weren’t designed to minimize friction and irritation, so there’s no guarantee you won’t have a reaction. Your best bet is to stick with specially designed products such as our Crystal Clear Shaving Gel.
How can I get the closest shave possible? Always use HCDT Crystal
Clear Shave Gel, for starters. It was designed for just that purpose. A
sharp blade is also key. How often you replace the blade will depend on a)
how often you shave and b) how coarse your hair is. Two weeks is probably
average.
Are you supposed to shave with the hair or against it? If your skin
isn’t sensitive, shave against the direction of hair growth for the
smoothest results. If you’re new to shaving, trying a new look or tend to
get red, itchy bumps, try shaving with the direction of hair growth. You
won’t get as close of a shave, but it will be worth it. Most women do well
by shaving first with the hair to remove the bulk of it, then against the
grain to finish the job.
Is it true that hair grows in thicker and coarser after you shave?
You were born with a certain number of hair follicles, and no amount of
shaving can inspire the body to produce more. That being said, there is some
debate about whether the hair that does grow back is thicker than it was
before. No one knows for sure, but it’s probably just that the ends are
blunt and the shorter style seems more dense.
What do you do when you don't have much hair down there to begin with?
Keeping hair trimmed and neatly groomed helps things look fuller and
prettier. Use the HCDT natural-bristle brush to fluff up hair daily. You
might also consider going completely bare (it works for balding men, why not
you?).
Is there one bikini-area “look” that’s most popular? As with hair
styles and beauty looks, it changes with the times. Right now, jeans are
slung super-low, bikinis are teenier than ever, thong underwear are more de
riguer than risqué—and a less-is-more approach to shaving just goes along
with the territory. If you’re the type who can’t let a trend pass you by,
try your new stencils to create a little heart or tidy landing strip—or go
bold and take it all off. If that’s all a bit much for you, forget the
trend-talk and go with what makes you comfortable.
How wide should the landing strip be? There are no rules regarding
the length or width of the strip—if you have lots of unruly hair, you might
enjoy a whisper-thin line. On the other hand, if you’re a little sparse down
there, a thicker, neatly trimmed strip can create the illusion of fullness.
Experiment and see which one suits you better.
Are there any health risks to taking it all off? As long as you don’t
cut yourself, it’s all good. Again, make sure you use your own clean,
rust-free razor. No borrowing from a friend—that’s how bacteria spread.
I almost always get “razor burn” around my bikini line. What causes it
and how do you get rid of it? Basically, razor burn is friction-induced
irritation. To avoid it, always use a fresh, clean razor blade and don’t
share razors; soak in a warm bath or steamy shower before shaving to soften
hair; and avoid skintight, restrictive clothing whenever possible. HCDT
Ultra Soothing Moisture and Skin Fix can help soothe irritated skin, but
they can’t prevent the problem if you don’t follow these guidelines.
What are ingrown hairs and how do you prevent or treat them? Rather
than growing out of the follicle, an “ingrown hair” turns and grows under
the skin. Pressing too hard when you shave, tweezing incorrectly and wearing
tight clothes can all be culprits. If you’re prone, you may be able to avoid
ingrown hairs by shaving only in the direction of hair growth. HCDT Skin Fix
can help prevent future ingrown hairs as well as heal existing ones. If the
bump is painful or appears to be getting bigger, it could be infected—and
trying to remove it yourself with a needle or tweezers can cause scarring.
See your dermatologist instead.
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