grooming advice - post shave cuts

[MossyUK]

Gentlemen, I require advice on a very regular problem for me, and no doubt a good few others.

Whenever I have a proper shave (no electrics), I end up with a few small cuts, mainly around the chin area and one or both corners of my mouth (traditional mustache end area).

I always have a full shave, cutting back to the sideburns.

The tried and true Dad method to combating such cuts is the little bits of tissue approach. Obviously this looks shocking, and I get embarrassed driving to work with bits of tissue stuck to my face. Not to mention when you finally remove the bit of tissue, inevitably the bleeding will start again or you're left with an annoying red blotch on your face.

So what product or products are out there to stop this? Ideally in some sort of cream I can rub all over my shaving area, post shave.

I have tried the Nivea Post Shave Balm, which works ok, but I am sure there must be a better solution.

So in chin stroking summary Gents, any advice would be gratefully received to stop one of the banes of my morning routine.

 

[MossyUK]

Ideally in some sort of cream I can rub all over my shaving area

yipes, plz excuse the innuendo!

 

[TheCenturion]

I sometimes get cuts. Sometimes not.

For me, the trick is to use enough shaving foam. I've found that I can still get a close shave, but I don't tend to cut myself

 

[[TW]Sponge]

Vaseline works well to stop the bleeding.

 

[stulid]

You need to try and stretch the skin a bit more while shaving so its "flatter" for the blades, try jutting you chin out or something.

its why when you do the neck area you lift you head high into the air to get the skin flat and stretched out.

do you use a protected shaver with the guards across the blades?

 

[Swifty55]

Thread title is misleading! One could think that you needed advice on shaving someone you have groomed.

Or is it just me?

 

[whitecrook]

Cold water and then saliva

 

[Arsey]

http://www.shaving-shack.com/styptic_pencil.html

Styptic Pencil, never tried one myself but they're meant to be good

 

[Cosimo]

A tiny piece of bog paper over the cut works.

 

[dpbadger]

+1 styptic pencil.

 

[dowie]

I usually use a styptic pencil - can get it from tesco's or boots.

Stops the bleeding pretty instantly, stings a bit though.

^^^ best answer tbh...

In addition to this (the above IS the best way to stop the bleeding quickly as it actively promotes clotting) you might want to look into doing more to prevent cuts to begin with.

Always use a sharp blade etc.. also have you ever tried oil instead of foam/gel:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Somerset-Shaving-Oil/dp/B000VXW2HU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1302975503&sr=8-2

Prob just personal preference but the the above stuff is fantastic.

As for post shave - I've found that nivea sensitive after shave balm is great but perhpas if you're getting problems with cuts etc.. you might be better off with something containing tea tree oil (works as an antiseptic).

 

[SiriusB]

Balls to a styptic pencil. Get an Alum block. Cheaper, does the same job and lasts forever.

Cold water and rub it all over where you have shaved. Closes pores and is a mild anti-septic. So means less irritation after you have shaved. Stings like a bitch too, especially if you have a nasty nick!

 

[Vanquished007]

+1 Alum

 

[Subliminal Aura]

Vaseline works well to stop the bleeding.

I seriously hope this is not more innuendo !

 

[Lagmeister]

+2 Alum Block cheap as chips and will sting like hell if you nick yourself, but does the job

 

[Maccapacca]

Do you shave dry ie fresh, you facial hair takes 3 minute to soften, I shower then shave then splash cold water to close the pores, never get cuts

 

[MrMoonX]

alum or styptic pencil

 

[hux]

Also give the hydro razor a go, i find it pretty decent for a cartridge razor.

Though i'll stick with my gem occm and slant bar.

 

[[TW]Sponge]

I seriously hope this is not more innuendo !

Was being serious! Dirty mind to think that

 

[Kemik]

Alum blocks are great anti-sceptics.