Razor burn is a type of burning sensation you get especially after shaving, and is generally caused by the irritating effects of having all your skins natural moisture harshly removed by a sharp edge, leaving it dry, sensitive and inflamed. The practice of shaving is a very unnatural and high friction process that can produce unfavorable effects in your skin. Often razor burns can not even be seen by others, but even if that is true if you ever get a razor burn you will definitely feel the burning sensation. Sometimes you nick or cut the area shaved and it will look like a mild rash. Since razor burn usually results in scabbing and raised skin, the best way to get rid of it is to allow it to heal before shaving again.
To treat a Razor burn effectively you may use several items like witch hazel or mild salicyclic acid solutions. Even use of cold water may get you some relief. But the best practice is to apply a gel or a cream having aloe vera content. It will really smoothen and soften your skin and the burning affects will soon disappear. In almost every case prevention is normally better than a cure, and razor burn is no exception to this. It is much easier and better to prevent razor burn than looking for a treatment after you have got it. After a hair has been shaved, it begins to grow back. Use a mild exfoliant-This can be using a loofah, a shower scrubber or even a gentle chemical exfoliant that has salicylic acid in it. This will remove oil, dead skin and dirt and make your skin smooth for the razor.
Use plenty or the lubricant of your choice - shaving cream, shaving gel, shaving soap - whatever works best for you, as long as you make sure to use something that cuts the friction of dry shaving. (The exception to this rule is the electric razor.) Clean and dry your razor between shavings. Rinsing your razor with rubbing alcohol and then making sure you put it away dry will help your razor to remain bacteria-free and to remain sharp longer (razors that remain wet tend to oxidize and become dull more quickly.
Cover the area to be shaved with conditioner or skin lotion and let it sit for a few minutes prior to shaving - don't rub it into the skin. This will soften the hair and make the shave much easier. Don't let it sit longer than five minutes either as your skin will start to absorb the moisture and puff up, keeping you from getting a close shave. Alternatively, you can soak some wash cloths with the hot, steamy water and apply them to your skin for a few minutes.You should use a new, clean blade for every shave. And if you are using double-track blades, you may want to consider switching to the single-tray type. The advent of double-track blades has produced more cases of razor burn. They create irritation and sometimes follicle problems. The practice of shaving is a very unnatural and high friction process that can produce unfavorable effects in your skin. Often razor burns can not even be seen by others, but even if that is true if you ever get a razor burn you will definitely feel the burning sensation. Sometimes you nick or cut the area shaved and it will look like a mild rash. Since razor burn usually results in scabbing and raised skin, the best way to get rid of it is to allow it to heal before shaving again.
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