Razor burn (well, feels sore after shaving)

• Razor burn (well, feels sore after shaving) by MDas88 on 22 Jul, 2009 16:06
• Ive shaved my head 4 times now, every other day, and, it seems to be getting better but it still hurts over certain places. After 5 minutes after finishing it doesn't hurt.
  
  Is this just typical razor burn, because im new to shaving my head? If so, will it get better the more i do it?
  
  My routine is
  
  Get in shower, lather up, use a HeadBlade Sport, do 2 runs, first with, then second, go against. check for any bits that ive missed. then dry and moisturise. is my routine ok?
• #1 by Sly Red on 22 Jul, 2009 17:17
• Try a non-alcohol astringent like Witch Hazel after your shave, before you moisturize.  If you want to spring for something a bit more pricey try Origins Firefighter.
  
  Red
• #2 by allegrodonfuoco on 22 Jul, 2009 17:40
• You said the pain goes away after 5 minutes, is there any redness or bumps that stay after the pain has subsided?
• #3 by MDas88 on 22 Jul, 2009 17:43
• Yes, i get the odd bump, mainly on the side or back of head. there is slight redness but it goes away quite quickly.
• #4 by Tyler on 22 Jul, 2009 18:00
• What type of shaving cream/gel/oil are you using?
• #5 by MDas88 on 22 Jul, 2009 18:08
• (UK) Tesco's own brand, Sensitive shaving gel with aloe vera.
  
  Just thinking i have sensitive skin, wonder if it has anythingto do with that.
• #6 by GaryT on 22 Jul, 2009 18:26
• I'd say it will most likely improve with time but I would also suggest you try a better "Lotion" and perhaps some different blades.
• #7 by sellitman on 22 Jul, 2009 19:20
• When you are done try Bald Guyz Moisturizing Lotion. I use it twice a day and it keeps the burn down.
• #8 by allegrodonfuoco on 22 Jul, 2009 19:46
• If this doesn't get better, I might try a different razor other than the headblade.  It works for many, but I never liked it despite repeated attempts to use it.
  
  I get irritation and bumps on the back of my neck if I'm not careful.  For me, I find the best shaving method to prevent this is to shave that area only once, with small, light strokes against the grain (with the grain works well also, but I do the rest of my head against the grain and I hate having that one spot not smooth while everything else is).  That kind of stroke is impossible (or at least difficult) with the headblade which is designed for long strokes.  I'm currently using a fusion, which I like a lot.  I've also used a quattro which worked well.  If the problem persists, you might try using a different razor and shaving any irritated spots just once.
  
  You also might try washing those areas (or your whole head) with an acne medicated wash.  I usually shave in the morning and at night I exfoliate and wash with benzoyl peroxide face wash (benz peroxide is pretty harsh but I'm fine if I use it just once per day... you might start w/ salicylic acid then work your way up after you see how you react to it).  This seems to help prevent irritation and clear up current bumps or whatever.
  
  Good luck!  One thing you'll learn from reading the forum is that everyone is different and no one routine works for everyone.  I've been shaving on and off for about 7 years, and I'm always tinkering w/ my methods to get a better shave.  Don't be afraid to experiment and change things up if your current approach isn't working.
• #9 by MDas88 on 22 Jul, 2009 20:20
• Thanks for suggestions, might try the acne medicated wash, willing to try anything at the moment. Think i'll be experimenting with my routine, mix it up a bit to an extent.
• #10 by Rusty Shackleford on 22 Jul, 2009 20:51
• When I first started shaving my head the best description I can give for the feel of my scalp is "raw".  It felt similar to the sensation of a blister that had burst and the tender skin was exposed.  It gradually fades away after a while and to be honest I have no idea how long it took.  Was it a week?  A month?  A year?  I can't remember at this point.
  
  On the one hand, longer the stubble the tougher the shave but on the other hand the longer you wait between shaves the longer you skin has to heal the damaged caused by shaving.  You might want to try shaving daily for a few days just to see how that goes.
• #11 by Tyler on 23 Jul, 2009 14:53
• Quote from: MDas88 on 22 Jul, 2009 18:08

  (UK) Tesco's own brand, Sensitive shaving gel with aloe vera.
  
  Just thinking i have sensitive skin, wonder if it has anythingto do with that.
  

  
  If you're in the UK, try some King of Shaves shave gel or shave oil.  It should help you cut down on the irritation.
• #12 by sellitman on 24 Jul, 2009 19:26
• If you're in the UK, try some King of Shaves shave gel or shave oil.  It should help you cut down on the irritation.[/quote]
  
  They sell King of shaves at Target & CVS. I use it and I recommend it. I have found that when I make many very light strokes over the burning areas the next day it helps. Instead of pressing down too hard.