by currybum Mon 10 Sep 2012, 16:02
If you're to get the bum smooth with a good clean shave, you'll need to use the proper shaving equipment.
New premium razor blade
Pre-shave oil (Jojoba oil)
Shaving cream: Unscented is the best bet to help avoid irritation
Razor Bump Treatment (Tend Skin) plus cotton application pads
Talcum powder
Exfoliating Cloth
Have a towel and bowl of cold water ready at your side to rinse the razor.
Premium Razor Blade
Using a premium razor will give you a safe and better shave. Less expensive razors are likely to cause razor burn and sorely snag on hairs. A popular choice of razor among men is, the Schick Quattro Titanium razor blades; they're specially designed to minimize razor burn.
Pre-Shave Oil
Use Jojoba oil, it allows the razor to glide easily across the skin while minimizing razor burn. Its also nourishes the skin so it doesn't feel greasy.
Shaving Cream
Particular creams are more emollient and lather better than others. Good choices are Lab Series Maximum Comfort Shave Cream, or The Art of Shaving. Both creams are non fragranced - better for sensitive skin.
Razor Bump
Be prepared for razor bumps. An effective treatment for this is a product called Tend Skin. It helps reduce razor bumps, razor burn, pimples, boils and ingrown hairs. It may sting but this wont last long.
Talcum Powder
Talcum powder is a good anti-chaffing solution. Use baby powder, if it's good enough for baby's bottom, then its good enough for yours.
Exfoliate
Exfoliating loosens dead skin cells and lessons the risk of ingrown hairs and pimples that often happen as a result of shaving.
Now for the part you've been waiting for - Shaving your bum, butt, bottom, buttocks, or, can I say arse?.
Warning: A steady hand and concentration will make this not only a smooth shave, but a problem free one too. Bear in mind if you are heading for the crack, make sure its thoroughly clean...need I say more. Safety: Consider an expert do the waxing for you because it's a complicated place to bring a razor too.
How to shave
Wash before shaving
Rub a couple of drops of pre-shave oil to the buttocks, followed by shaving cream.
Wet the razor blade with cold water and start shaving in the same direction of hair growth.
Don't press the razor against the skin, let the razor do the lifting.
Avoid shaving against the grain as it encourages irritation and possibly ingrown hairs.
Rinse the blade often; this helps with swelling and redness
A mirror is a must. Making assumptions at this time can have serious consequences.
Once the shave is over, rinse the skin and dry thoroughly, don't rub. Pat the skin as it will be tender.
Now treat the hair free area with razor burn treatment to lessen irritation and speed up healing.
Talc the bum to soften the skin and keep it dry.