Teens who are new to shaving sometimes do the job incorrectly. If you try to shave without water while shaving, you could find yourself suffering from razor burn. Shaving against the direction of hair growth can also cause razor burn. Razor burn can also be caused by hair being pushed backward into the hair follicle. The follicle becomes irritated, then becomes an ingrown hair, according to "Marie Claire." Wearing underclothing or jeans that are too tight can also irritate freshly shaved skin, causing razor burn.
Step 1
Moisten the area you are about to shave--face, underarms or legs. Spray a generous amount of shaving gel, or cream, into one hand--enough to cover half of your hand.
Step 2
Rub the shaving gel onto your skin. Put the edge of the razor blade on your skin and move it in the same direction as your hair grows, according to Marie Claire. Use light, gentle strokes. If you are using a new shaver, you don’t need to press very hard. Make your strokes short.
Step 3
Rinse the razor blade after every few strokes on your skin so you can wash away shaving gel and hair, writes the Kids Health website.
Step 4
Give yourself enough time to shave so you finish the job completely and so you don’t feel rushed. If you are a teenager, you may not need to shave every day. Doing so can lead to skin irritation, according to the Kids Health website.
Step 5
Rinse your skin clean of the shaving gel and hair. Gently pat your skin dry. If you just shaved your legs, apply lotion to your skin.
Tips and Warnings
- Use a clean, sharp razor every time you shave. Use a shaving gel when you shave to reduce the possibility of razor burn.
- Don’t press too hard with a new razor. You can give yourself a potentially serious cut. Don’t shave against the direction of hair growth. This is one cause of razor burn.
Things You'll Need
- Moisturizing shaving gel
- Warm water
- Sharp razor or new disposable shaver
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