Whenever I shave with my shaving cream, my razor gets backed up and won't work. What should I do?

Question

After I shave the bottom of one leg, I try to shave my knee, but when i run my razor over the hair it doesnt do anythings. I try washing everything out, but it still won't work. Is there anyway I can clean it the razor or get it to start working again?

Answer 1

Use more water when you shave to cleanse the blade and maybe you should also get a new razor or change the blade. Have you ever tried shaving oil? I use oil and I love it because I get a very even shave and the razor stays sharp for a lot longer than using shaving cream. Try it out if you like. Here is where you can order it from. Let me know what you think about it by email! Good luck!

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Answer 2

You need to shave more frequently. Your allowing your legs hairs to get too long, and they then get stuck in your razor. Either shave more often or try a different product - Veet etc.
Tips for shaving:
use a good quality shaving creme or foam
shaving after taking a bath makes for an easier shave
use a sharp blade, dont try and use an old balde - you will only end up cutting your legs
disposable razors are good for legs, use a new one per leg
pat legs dry after shaving, don't rub with a towel as skin is sensitive

Answer 3

Sounds like your hair is either really long or you have a crappy razor. I like the Venus razor for my legs - works fine for me. Just rinse between every stroke and you should be ok. Also, if the hair is a bit on the long side, try trimming it down first before you shave- long hair would definately get stuck in any razor and back it up like that.

Answer 4

if its a manual razor try tapping it out under running water, that always works for me(if you shave in the shower, tap it on the floor, if in the bath tap it on the side of the tub). if it's an electric then it should have come with a little brush, or you could wash off the cream and take off the blades to rinse out the inside.

Answer 5

You can always get Schick Slim Twins that have a little plunger to help free the stubble too.

I agree with the previous statements that you need to rinse the razor after each stroke too. Also, don't use tons of cream/soap... it acts like a glue when it dries up.

Best of luck, you'll get better with it over time.

Answer 6

Rinse after every 1-3 strokes. Make sure you have a good quality razor. You can find good ones that aren't gonna cost so much.

Answer 7

Try a veet (or nair) bladless razor kit, it works so much better than a regular razor.

Answer 8

Ya, you have to rince it, otherwise it'll skip spots, adn clog up. You cant just dip the razor ether. Swoosh it around, that'll free all the hair.

Answer 9

My wife loves her Intuition razor.

Answer 10

you gotta wash it while you shave with warm water after every second stroke