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Grooming guide WEDDING-DAY SHAVING
SUGGESTIONS FOR GROOMS
rooms are often content to let the skin. The more the hair sticks out, the their brides-to-be shine on their cleaner the shave will be.
wedding day, but weddings are Many men fail to prep their skin before a showcase of the two people shaving. It is important to rinse the face
getting married ... and grooms matter, too. with a pre-shave soap and warm water to
THE LOOK
Grooms can take steps to look handsome and polished but may wonder what they can do to put their best feet forward when all eyes and cameras are facing their way.
Addressing skin care and proper shaving techniques is essential. Although shaving is a seemingly simple task, some men struggle through the process because they haven’t mastered the basics for a clean, comfort- able shave. A groom who does not already have a beard should be clean-shaven for his wedding day.
Brickell Men’s Products advises that the rst step to a good shave is to shower before shaving. The warm water and steam will open up pores and follicles, allowing the hair to protrude as much as possible out of
remove excess oil and dead skin that clogs razor blades.
Try a nonlathering or natural shave cream that does not contain the potentially irritating chemicals that create the lathering effect but will still offer lubrication to pro- vide a closer shave.
The right razor can make all the differ- ence. While an electric shaver can serve in a pinch, come the day of the wedding, work with a traditional razor, either dis- posable or cartridge style. Start with a fresh, new, sharp blade so it is effective. Some men prefer a single blade for a close shave, while others like razors with mul- tiple blades. Grooms should use what has worked for them in the past, as the
STERLING IMAGEWORKS PHOTOGRAPHY
wedding day is not the time to experiment. While shaving, go with and against the grain, or what feels comfortable, to take off the hair without having to go over areas re- peatedly and risk irritating the skin. Gillette advises rinsing blades often during shaving. However, do not tap the razor against the sink to dislodge the whiskers, as this can
damage or dull the razor.
Finish up by rinsing with cool water and
applying a moisturizer or specially designed aftershave product. It can take up to 48 hours for the skin to heal after a shave, and keeping the skin hydrated can diminish irritation.
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