Ask Aaron Q/A: Skin irritation and razor bumps on neck

Aaron is requested a query about combatting shaving rash and bumps on the neck

Gavin James, from the UK, asks:

“I have a Merkur 34C and have been using Taylors shaving cream and a badger hair shaving brush. I’ve tried numerous different blades but still get terrible rash around the neck and then little spots a day or two later. The hair on my neck just doesn’t seem to want to play nicely. Normally I shave in strokes towards to the ground on my neck then stop about half way and then go upwards. The rash can also last this long. An electric razor just makes me sore for ages and doesn’t cut nicely. It’s also the same with any supermarket sold razor. I’ve tried them all. Would this Bluebeards Revenge shaving cream make that much different? What blades would you recommend for the very sensitive. Please help me be as smooth as a baby’s bum.”

AARON SAYS

“Mr. James,

I fully perceive you frustrations, the neck for me is the toughest space to shave and if I’m not cautious I get rash and bumps too.

The very first thing I'd advise is wanting which course your hair grows on this space. Once you establish which course the hair grows, I'd counsel shaving on first move with the grain, and then throughout/perpendicular to the grain. Shaving in opposition to the grain is tough at greatest, and could cause irritation.

The subsequent method I'd advise is to stretch the pores and skin taught (however not overly tight!) making a extra flat shaving floor. This additionally makes reaching these pesky neck hairs simpler. The very last thing I'd advise is utilizing an aftershave balm. Keeping moisture on and within the pores and skin helps the pores and skin keep wholesome and lets the hair develop out simpler, particularly if making an attempt to develop into the pores and skin.

Hopefully the following pointers will provide help to on your quest for the “Baby Bum Smooth” shave you’re on the lookout for! Please let me know the way they work!

Smooth shaving!
Aaron”

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