NIVEA Men shaving

Say goodbye to nicks, bumps, cuts and razor burn – all you need are the right products and techniques to turn the daily task of shaving into something you actually enjoy. To begin with, it helps to remember that the act of shaving itself isn’t the first step of your shaving routine. First you need to prep your skin so there’s minimal drag on the razor. To do this, start by warming the area with a hot towel or shave after you’ve had a shower. Next, apply a generous amount of shaving gel, cream or foam, depending on what you like and what your skin needs, and don’t be afraid to add more lather as you go. While you’re shaving, use a sharp blade so you don’t have to press too hard against your skin (and try to use only minimal pressure in general), and shave with the grain rather than against it to keep things comfortable and non-irritating for your skin. Once you’ve cleared away your hairs, make sure you use an aftershave – NIVEA aftershaves are specially developed to comfort, moisturise and protect your skin against razor burn.

Facial hair can completely change the way your face looks and makes a big impression about your personal style. Beards and other facial hair styles are also becoming trendier – it’s more common nowadays to see men with sideburns or a goatee than to see everyone completely clean shaven. Facial hair styles run the gamut from being relatively easy to grow and care for, such as 5 o’clock stubble, to full beards or goatees, which need trimming, edging and specific cleansing. A good rule of thumb is to choose whichever style you’re happy to commit some time to. If you’ve decided to adorn your face with some extra hair, remember to keep it looking tidy and healthy by running a trimmer over it every so often, and by shampooing and conditioning it regularly. You can also use beard oils and balms to keep your facial hair looking top-notch. Finally, don’t forget about the skin underneath the hair – make sure you use a deeply nourishing face moisturiser to avoid dry skin and the flakes that come with it.