Whenever I shave, my upper lip reddens, and stays like this for a couple of days. I use a Wilkinson Quattro blade, L'Oreal 4 men foam, and Nivea 4 men moisturiser too. I have tried every combo of razor, soap/gel/foam, and moisturiser/balm. I am always thorough, and always steam my skin first, and rinse off afterwards - any ideas on how to stop this happening? Thanks.
2006-11-19 20:58:44 · 20 answers · asked by blueeyedboy3004 2 in Health ➔ Men's Health
PS - The reason I shave is because I DON'T WANT FACIAL HAIR.........
2006-11-20 20:44:18 · update #1
I have a similar problem. I solved it by using shaving oil instead of gels or foam which didn't work too well for me. Most large Boots shops sell shaving oils. I use Cariad aromatherapy shaving oil. Also I rest my skin from about once a week. Hope this helps.
2006-11-19 21:21:36 · answer #1 · answered by Trixie Bordello 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know sometimes it's unavoidable - but try not to go over the same piece of skin more than once with the razor, and shaving against the grain can cause redness - though it does give a closer shave - it can also cause ingrowing hairs leading to spots.
You need to find a single brand of foam and moisturiser too - too many different products can react with each other on your skin. Visit your Clinique counter or similar for advice.
2006-11-20 00:27:12 · answer #2 · answered by Phlodgeybodge 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should maybe be using gels/foams specifically made for men with sensitive skin as it sounds as though this is the problem. My parter prefers the nivea for men shaving foam/gel for sensitive skin and follows with a balm and moisturiser.
2006-11-19 21:02:43 · answer #3 · answered by Princesspoison 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hiya, Moisturize your skin once you shave. This enables save skin soft and mushy, so as that the razor would not seize on your skin. This additionally makes your skin harder and extra proof against harm. It enables your skin be only a sprint extra healthy for the subsequent time you shave. Use aftershave or lotion once you're executed shaving. it could burn to place lotion on the razor bumps, yet those chemical components help calm your skin down and eliminate lots of the inflammation. It additionally enables with the redness and dryness of your skin once you shave.
2016-11-25 20:54:27 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give it a rest. Use an electric shaver or beard trimmer and just trim down to stubble for a couple of weeks. If you then get red on returning to a wet razor it could be technique (if you go against the hairs the ragged ends aggravate the skin) or sometimes a short course of an antibiotic cream does the trick, so see your GP. Good luck!
2006-11-20 09:58:17 · answer #5 · answered by Nobody 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you tried shaving with a sensitve skin shaving gel/cream AND a special sensitive skin razor? Also, I'd try one of those rolling head electric razors (not straight heads). Norelco and Braun are great brands. My husband has very pimply and ultra-sensitive skin and the dermatologist told him about the electric razor - which worked.
2006-11-19 21:05:00 · answer #6 · answered by miladybc 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hard to say...you have really changed your options around....some things to think about that you have already addressed....could you have a sensitivity to one of the products? Changing them around helps with that. Could you have a yeast infection (tinea barbae) that you irritate when you shave...you may have sensitive skin on the lip where the mast cells that liberate histamine are overly sensitive and cause a mild hive-like reaction...my suggestion next would be to see a dermatologist...talk to your PCP to arrange a consult (if you insurance requires it)...good luck
2006-11-20 01:10:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you must be allergic to the shaving foam try getting hypoallergenic shaving foam and if that fails try just using soap and if that still doesnt work use an electric trimmer instead of a razor
2006-11-19 21:14:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem and tried everything.Finally despite objections I decided to let it grow .Now although some folk dislike facial hair on principle I feel that I look better,and people expect me to be more of a character than I seemed to be previously.Keep it under control with scissors and you will no longer have to suffer those dreadful rashes.
2006-11-20 03:01:43 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
in what direction do you shave?..
if you shave in the direction that the hair grows, you will have less irritation..
and instead of steaming the area, try a warm compress...
and if the redness still occurs, i suggest that you see a dirmotologist to see what would be best for your skin.. because it also sounds like it could be some kind of alergic reaction to one of the products that you are using...
feel free to IM or email me for further questioning..
hope this helps..
good luck,
-kay
2006-11-19 21:23:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋