Which razor should I use for shaving my body hair?

Shaving Body Hair Has Become a Daily Routine

Many of our clients are active: running, swimming, and cycling. For optimal sports performance on the bike or in the water, leg and arm hair is often shaved. Of course, we also have clients who are a bit vain. We see that shaving body hair has become a daily routine for many men. Good grooming goes beyond just shaving your face or trimming your beard. Shaving the armpits or intimate areas is, of course, a different matter.

According to science, body hair in humans doesn't really have a clear function. So you could say: 'Off with that hair!' However, you do need to be a bit careful when shaving the different body parts. The skin on your face or arms can take a beating. But the skin under the armpits or on the genitals is quite sensitive and vulnerable.

If you decide to shave everything off, do it carefully and with caution. And use the right shaving tools for each type of body part. In this blog, we will explain how to best shave each body part, which razor is the most convenient, and what the advantages are of the type of razor.

Shaving Arms and Legs

Your arms and legs have a lot of hair. The hairs are thinner compared to beard hairs. The skin on the arms and legs is fairly sturdy and can handle quite a bit. However, it is useful and pleasant to thoroughly wet the skin before shaving and to apply a transparent shaving gel. Shaving gel can be easily applied and spread with your fingers. It protects the skin and provides a glide film. The razor glides better and smoother over the skin. Because shaving gel is transparent, you can clearly see where and how you need to shave.

The safety razor is extremely suitable for shaving the arms and legs smoothly. The advantages of the safety razor are:

Easy to handle;
Some safety razors have a long handle of 10 to 12 cm. This allows you to shave your lower legs well;
Razors quickly get clogged with fine hairs. The shaving head of the safety razor can be easily rinsed clean while shaving.

The following safety razors have a (extra) long handle:

After shaving, you may experience dry or flaky skin on your legs or arms. In this case, use a nourishing and moisturizing moisturiser or body lotion.

Shaving the chest

The chest can also have a lot of hair. The skin on the chest is thin, delicate, and sensitive. For a pleasant and efficient shave of the chest, it is best to use a safety razor. If you have sensitive skin, use a transparent shaving gel or a ready-to-use shaving foam from a can. These shaving products can be easily applied and spread with your fingers. The great advantage of shaving gel is that it protects the skin and allows you to see clearly how and where you need to shave.

The safety razor is suitable for shaving chest hair. The advantages of the safety razor are:

Easy to handle;
Razors quickly become clogged with fine hairs. The shaving head of the safety razor can be easily rinsed during shaving;
In case of sensitive skin, you can use mild sharp double edge razor blades.

Because the skin on the chest is delicate, you should not apply pressure while shaving. For the chest, we recommend using a light razor with a short handle:

After shaving, you may experience dryness or a burning sensation on the chest. Avoid alcohol-containing care products. Also, do not spray cologne or perfume on the chest skin after shaving. In this case, use a nourishing and moisturizing moisturiser of body lotion.

Shaving the Armpits

Shaving the armpits is tricky. Armpits are hollow and the skin is sensitive. Here too, wet the skin and protect it well with a transparent shaving gel. When you shave, stretch your arm up so that the hollow becomes slightly less hollow and the skin is pulled a bit tighter.

Some shaving gels contain menthol or eucalyptus. These added ingredients may irritate the skin under the armpits.

For the armpits, we recommend using a regular 3-blade or 5-blade cartridge razor from brands like Gillette or Raz*War. The advantages of the multiblade razor are:

Because the razor head can move or pivot, you can shave the skin in a hollow area more smoothly
The razor head has rounded corners and a wide protective edge around the blades. This reduces the chance of cuts or irritations on the side of the armpit hollow.

After shaving, be careful with deodorants. The skin is sensitive, and the fragrance components or alcohol in deodorants can irritate this skin. Consider using a neutral deodorant for sensitive skin. The deodorant from the Swedish Recipe for Men is suitable for sensitive or irritated skin.

It’s best to use a small amount of talc powder after shaving. The advantage of talc powder is that it can be easily applied. Talc powder soothes and may reduce any slight burning sensation after shaving. It also provides a protective layer.

Shaving the Pubic Area

Shaving pubic hair and the testicles is indeed the most difficult of all body parts. You don’t have a good view down there, and the skin is thin and vulnerable. The round shapes also make it harder to shave. Be careful when shaving your jewels. Shave your pubic area a maximum of once a week. Before you start, you may need to trim the excess hair. If you don’t do this, your razor will continuously get clogged. It’s best to shave in the shower with lukewarm water. Use a classic shaving cream or a transparent shaving gel for optimal protection. Use as many fragrance-free shaving products as possible. Fragrance components in, for example, shaving foam can irritate the skin.

Some shaving gels contain menthol or eucalyptus. These added ingredients may irritate the skin around the pubic area.

For the pubic area, we recommend using a regular multiblade cartridge razor For example, using Gillette or Raz*War. The advantages of the multiblade razor are:

Because the razor head can move or pivot, you can better shave the skin smoothly in a hollow area;
The razor head has rounded corners and a wide protective edge around the blades. This reduces the chance of shaving cuts;
Because the razor blade contains 3 or 5 blades, you have an even pressure distribution on the skin.

After shaving, pat the skin dry with a clean towel. After shaving, it is best to use a small amount of unscented or neutral aftershave balm without alcohol or talcum powder.

Here are a few more tips for shaving the pubic area: