I’m continuing the series on the best hair removal options with a look at good ole’ fashioned shaving! We have already discussed laser hair removal, brazilian bikini wax, and standard bikini wax.

Hands down, regular shaving will be the most inexpensive option available to you. For the cost of a razor and shaving cream – you can have a clean bikini line in under ten minutes in the comforts of your own bathroom. But there is some reason behind why so many people look for alternatives to shaving. For starters, it just doesn’t last as long as other methods, and then there’s the potential for those dreaded god-awful razor bumps! I’m sorry, but there’s nothing more unsightly than a hot chick with a bumpy bikini line!

So here are some of my tried and true tips to getting the perfect bikini line shave and avoiding razor bumps!

1. Never shave dry skin!: 

I remember watching my dad shave as a young girl, I always made note of how he’d turn the hot water on in the shower, saturate his face with water and then lather up with his cream. The bathroom would have this sauna like effect but his face was always smooth as a babys bottom and he NEVER had razor bumps.  Allowing your skin to get wet enough, combined with the heat and moisture from the steam will open your pores – this creates a smoother shave, with no worries of bumps or nicks.

2. Exfoliate before shaving:

In many ways, shaving is a natural exfoliant. When you drag the razor across your skin, along with hair – you are also taking off dead skin cells. Do you seem to go through a lot of razors, getting just one or two good uses out of them? This could be one of the reasons behind that.  Using body brushes or gloves, gently exfoliate your skin while in the shower, before your shave. This will slough off all the dead skin. Be sure to focus on the areas that you’ll be shaving. Exfoliating before shaving leads to a more closer and smooth shave.

3.  Don’t be afraid to trim before hand:

Depending on how much of the bikini line you’ll be shaving, it may be a good idea to trim your pubic hairs first.  Invest in a pair of quality electric trimmers and use them to trim your hair down as low as possible. Now when you go to shave, your razor won’t get tangled in a bush of hair. You can purchase electric trimmers for as low as $19.99 from Walmart.

4.  Don’t keep your razors wet in the shower:

You may want to re-think  keeping your razor in a shower caddy or holding space in your shower. Remember, the blade of a razor is a thin metal and will rust very easily. When you’re done with your razor, put it in a place where it can completely dry – preserving the blades.

5. Don’t forget to moisturize:

Moisturizing after a shave is very important. I love using extra virgin olive oil to moisturize my entire body. It leaves my skin soft and supple.