If you want to shave your head, you can use a razor, an electric razor, or go to a barber. Here’s how to shave your head by yourself.
How to Choose an Electric Shaver
If you desire to shave your head bald, an electric shaver will get the job done. To get the best shave possible, you need high-quality equipment. Here are our top
The electric shaver you choose should do the following:
- Long battery life
- Doesn’t overheat easily
- Provides a close shave
- Doesn’t cause pain
- Isn’t too loud
- Comfortable in your hand
These 6 things will make or break the experience.
Preparing Your Scalp
Before we dive into how to shave your head, let’s talk about preparing your scalp. Your scalp is sensitive and it’s important to take care of it.
The best time to shave your head is right after a warm or hot shower because that’s when your hair will be its softest.
Next, you’ll pat your hair dry with a towel and you’re ready to begin. Below are the steps to shave your head with both an electric razor and a regular blade.
How to Shave Your Head With An Electric Razor
Follow these easy steps to achieve a close and smooth shave.
- Trim your hair
- Start in the middle
- Take it one stride at a time
- Shave in a straight line
When you’re shaving your head, you can imagine mowing the lawn. Follow that same workflow.
How to Shave Your Head With a Razor
Razors offer a very close shave, here’s how to do it:
- Trim your hair as short as possible
- Rinse your head with warm water
- Apply shaving gel
- Start in the middle of your head
- Shave with long, gentle strokes
- Rinse the blades to wash out the hairs
- If you need to re-shave an area, apply more shaving gel
- Rinse your head with warm water
- Pat your head with a towel
- Apply moisturizer or aftershave lotion
How Often Should You Shave Your Head?
There are two routes you can go down, either shave every other day or shave once every 2 weeks.
If you shave every other day, it’s easier to maintain and you’ll spend less time on it. While shaving every 2 weeks means you’ll spend more time on it and it’ll grow out longer.
Additional Grooming Resources
Want to learn more about grooming, or skincare routines? Here are a few more resources:
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