How To Shave Your Head

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Tips For Head Shaving

The bald, shaven head is a bold, classic look. Whether you’re new to it or not, you can achieve and maintain the look and feel that you want with tips and tools from Gillette.

Getting the shaven-head look

Follow these steps for a smooth scalp every time that you shave:

Soften and trim your hairsShaving during or immediately after a shower helps to make those bristly hairs easier to cut. You might need to first give your hair a quick trim with a trimmer such as the All Purpose Gillette STYLER. Before shaving, feel your scalp for bumps and moles.

Soften and trim your hairs

Apply shaving gelThis will further help soften your hairs, improve razor-glide and help protect your skin against irritation. Gillette shave gels and foams help bring you a smooth shave from start to finish.

Apply shaving gel

Avoid dull bladesBefore shaving, check the lubrastrips. If they look faded or the blades feel dull, it may be time to change your blades. Check out Gillette replacement blades or subscribe to the Gillette Club.

Avoid dull blades

Shave with light, gentle strokesShave with light, smooth strokes using even pressure. Work in a pattern that’s comfortable for you – try changing directions and going against the grain on your second pass.

Shave with light, gentle strokes

Shave along contoursThe Flexball Technology of Gillette Fusion ProShield razor handles allows the blades to pivot over the contours of your scalp with ease. Fold your ears down as you work around them to help keep them from being nicked

Shave along contours

Rinse blades oftenRun the blades gently under the tap every few strokes, both the back and front sides of the blades, and then gently shake excess water off. Do not tap your razor against the sink or wipe against a towel; these habits can reduce the life of the razor by affecting the intricate design of the blade components. Rinsing the blades under running water helps to remove built-up shaving gel, hair, and dead skin.

Rinse your blades

Re-apply shaving gelBefore re-shaving any area, reapply shave gel to help prevent shaving rash and irritation.

Reapply shaving gel as needed

Towel offRinse your head with cool water, and towel off.

Towel off

MoisturiseMoisturising immediately after shaving with an aftershave lotion helps to sooth just-shaved skin; moisturising as part of your daily shaving routine helps keep your scalp soft and hydrated.

Moisturise