How to choose and use shaving oil?

Shaving is a process that is quite irritating to the skin and sometimes traumatizing it. Foams, gels and creams are not always able to protect it 100%. In such cases, a special shaving oil will come to the rescue, which can be used both independently and together with other cosmetics. What this product is, what varieties it has and how to use it, we will talk in this article.

Some people mistakenly believe that shaving oil is only suitable for skin care after the procedure itself. Of course, this is not the case. This product, which is now put on sale by both eminent brands and little-known companies, intended for use before or directly during the hair removal procedure itself.

This remedy can be used and for subsequent care of the epidermis - that is, after shaving, both for men and women.

Shaving oil is primarily used against irritation, that is, it is suitable for the face if the skin is dry, damaged, prone to breakouts. It is indicated for use in the following cases:

• severe skin tightness after shaving;
• too stiff bristles;
• the appearance of ingrown hairs;
• frequent and severe damage to the epidermis when shaving.

The fact is that the oil contains special components that have emollient, antibacterial, razor-gliding substances. Thanks to this, the hairs are removed faster and safer, they do not grow in, and the skin receives additional care and protection already during the procedure.

Currently on the shelves there are shaving oils from various manufacturers. At the same time, products, as a rule, completely natural and safe. So, on the shelves you can find the following varieties of this product.

This category includes oils such as olive, sunflower, jojoba or castor oil. They are sold not only in specialized departments, cosmetic stores, but also in grocery outlets. Wherein it is very important to choose oils that have passed the maximum degree of purification. Some people prefer to use olive or castor oil.

They are more advanced, and thanks to their enriched composition, they care for the skin and protect it from cuts, inflammations and ingrown hairs. The composition of such funds is different for each manufacturer. The base is natural oil, usually olive, coconut, castor or ordinary sunflower oil, as well as several types of essential emulsions.

Essential supplements are often used such as:

• chamomile;
• tea tree oil;
• ylang-ylang;
• eucalyptus;
• mandarin;
• grapefruit;
• grape seeds;
• sage;
• Orange;
• peppermint.

Manufacturers choose such essential oils for a reason. They are the ones that best eliminate tightness and dryness of the skin, prevent the appearance of irritation, soothe it after shaving and moisturize it, and most importantly, they have an excellent bactericidal effect.

Currently, such male remedies are some of the best in the cosmetic market. The composition of this product is additionally enriched with emulsifiers of natural origin. Thanks to this, regular use of the oil does not clog the pores, upon contact with water it turns into a light foam that not only softens the bristles, but also nourishes the skin, moisturizes it and enriches it with useful microelements.

Hydrophilic products have another significant advantage - economical consumption... On average, this oil is consumed 3-4 times longer than standard products of this type. Moreover, its cost is almost 2 times higher.

Shaving oil is readily available from many beauty salons. It is best to purchase products from trusted manufacturers who have proven the quality and effectiveness of their products.

• Clubman - a high-quality and inexpensive tool that costs about 600 rubles. Its composition is enriched with such esters as lavender, juniper and chamomile. Thanks to this, the oil facilitates the shaving process, moisturizes and nourishes the skin, prevents the appearance of rashes, cuts and redness of the epidermis.

• Davines Shave Oil - this product contains more than 7 essential oils, and also contains vitamin E. Thanks to this, not only the process itself becomes easier, but the skin after shaving remains more hydrated, elastic and looks healthier. The average cost of one tube is about 900 rubles.

• The bluebeards revenge Is an excellent natural product based on natural olive oil. Also, the product contains additional nutrients. The product actively cares for the skin both during shaving, facilitating and improving the procedure, and after it. The average price is from 870 rubles.

• Morgans Is one of the best shaving oils on the market. The cost of one bubble is from 2100 rubles. The composition is completely natural, and the tube is equipped with a convenient dispenser, which allows you to use the product extremely economically.

The products of these particular brands are in the greatest demand. In practice, it has proven to be highly effective in improving the quality of shaving and additional skin care after it.

Despite the many positive qualities of shaving oils, their choice should be approached reasonably, as well as the choice of any other care products.

• Skin type needs to be considered... Different types of funds may contain various additives that help suppress the activity of the sebaceous glands, deep nutrition or moisturize the epidermis. These indicators must be taken into account.
• You should carefully study the composition of the product. - it may contain components to which a person is allergic. If they are present in the oil, it is recommended to refuse to purchase it.
• The smell of the product should be pleasant to the user. Many people mistakenly ignore this recommendation, but in vain. If you like the smell of oil, then the shaving procedure itself becomes more comfortable and psychologically pleasant. And this is very important.

And when choosing a remedy, it is worth remembering that the price is not an indicator of quality and naturalness.

The manufacturer contains detailed instructions for use on each package of the product. But the general sequence of actions when using shaving oil is as follows:

• necessary clear face from dust and dirt, it is best to use warm water;
• if the bristles are too stiff it should be steamed using a hot compress;
• small amount of oil rubbed between clean palms and light patting movements applied to the face;
• then the hairs are removed with a razor - here it is important not to stretch the skin during the process itself;
• after the end of the procedure, it is necessary wash your face with warm water without using soap and pat dry with a dry towel.

The owners of such cosmetics talk about them mainly from the positive side. The oil really nourishes the skin, moisturizes it, and makes shaving easier. Moreover, after the procedure itself, the epidermis looks healthy and well-groomed, without irritation and rashes.

As the only drawback, only the rather high cost of oil is singled out, which, unfortunately, is not always justified by the economical consumption of funds.

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