How to Shave Your Legs and Get Them Silky Smooth

Looking for tips on how to shave your legs and get them silky smooth?

Keep reading, we've got you! 

Shaving your legs can be a transformative part of your beauty routine, leaving you with skin that looks as good as it feels. Whether you're preparing for a special occasion or simply love the feeling of flawlessly smooth gams, following the right shaving steps can make the world of difference. 

In this article, we'll walk you through the best practices on how to shave your legs for the ultimate silky smooth finish.

Step 1: Exfoliate Before You Shave

Exfoliation is a vital step to ensure a close, smooth shave. By removing dead skin cells, you allow the razor to glide effortlessly across your skin, reducing the risk of nicks and cuts.

• Why Exfoliate Before Shaving? Exfoliating helps to unclog pores and lift away any dirt and oil, which can cause razor bumps and ingrown hairs. Basically, exfoliating before shaving creates a smoother, cleaner canvas, allowing your razor to operate more efficiently and help you get the silky smooth legs you desire. 
• How to Exfoliate: Use a gentle body scrub, like Frank Body's Rosehip Scrub or a plant-based exfoliator, like Make My Shave's exfoliating loofah. Move in light circular motions across your skin. Give extra focus to areas where your skin feels rough or bumpy. 

Step 2: Choose the Right Shaving Cream or Alternative

Using a quality shaving cream or alternative is essential for protecting your skin during the shaving process. It helps the razor glide smoothly, reducing friction and irritation.

If your razor has a lubrication strip, you may not feel this step is needed. However, if you're someone who suffers from sensitive skin or razor burn, we highly recommend getting up close with your favourite pre-shave product. 

• Hydrating Shave Cushion: Consider swapping out shaving cream for a more natural alternative. Make My Shave's hydrating Shave Cushion is the perfect alternative to traditional shaving creams. It's designed to moisturise and protect your skin during and after shaving. 
• Why You'll Love It: The beauty of this Shave Cushion is that there's no packing (so no plastic), and it's perfectly sized to fit into the palm of your hand. It's also infused with natural ingredients and blended with filtered rainwater from Queensland, so not only is it Aussie made, but it's good for your skin and the planet. 
• How to Apply: Simply, wet and apply a generous amount of lather to damp skin. Ensure you cover the entire area you plan to shave. 

Step 3: Use a Sharp, Clean Razor

Here's the key step on how to shave your legs... Use a sharp, clean razor with blades that suit your skin type.

Using a razor with sharp blades is absolutely essential in achieving a silky smooth, close shave without irritation. Dull blades can tug at your skin and cause razor burn. Blunt and rusted blades can also harbour bacteria, which can lead to skin infections and a lot of discomfort

• Female-First Razor: Opt for a razor designed specifically for women, like Make My Shave’s Female Razor. This award-winning beauty tool is engineered to provide a smooth, irritation-free shave. It hugs every curve, and it's pleasing on your skin and eyes. 
• The Best Technique for Shaving Your Legs: One of our top tips is to hold the skin taut and shave in short, gentle strokes. Move your razor in the direction of hair growth first to avoid irritation, then against the grain for a closer shave. But remember, when it comes to body hair removal, everyone's skin, hair type and hair growth are different, so you may wish to experiment to find the best shaving technique for your legs. 
• Fresh Blades On Demand: To avoid the pain and irritation of dull razor blades, consider joining a women's razor subscription. There are many benefits to signing up to a hassle-free razor subscription service like Make My Shave. Not only can a women's razor subscription save you money, but you can personalise your delivery schedule to ensure you always have new razor blades on hand when you need them!  

Step 4: Shave with Care

Now that you've exfoliated your skin, lathered-up your legs and are using the perfect female razor with the right shaving techniques, it's important to take your time! 

Start to think of shaving as an act of self-care rather than a bothersome chore. Why not make the most out of your shower routine by turning it into gentle moment of 'me-time'?

Slowing down the shaving process can make you feel good on the inside as well as help you achieve the smoothest shave ever!

Here are some extra tips on how to shave your legs and get them silky smooth: 

• Pressure: Use light pressure to allow the razor to do the work. Pressing too hard can lead to cuts and skin irritation. 
• Angles: Pay attention to the angles of your legs, especially around the knees and ankles and bikini line. Flex these areas slightly to create a flat surface for the razor. 
• Recommendation: We recommend finding a razor that comes with a little weight in the handle alongside a pivoting head to help you out! Check out Make My Shave's female-first razor. The weighted handle and pivoting head are among this razor's fabulous features.

Step 5: Rinse and Moisturise

After shaving your legs, it’s important to rinse off any remaining shaving cream or product and follow up with a good moisturiser or body oil to close those pores and keep your skin hydrated.

• Rinse: Use lukewarm water to wash away any residual product and hair.
• Pat Dry: Rather than rough drying, lightly pat your legs dry with a clean towel. This helps to reduce any additional friction on the skin.  
• Moisturise: We cannot say this enough—Moisturise! Apply a nourishing lotion or body oil to your legs immediately after shaving. This helps to lock in moisture and soothe any potential irritation.

Additional Tips for Silky Smooth Legs

• Avoiding Irritation: If you have sensitive skin, make sure your blades are remain fresh and sharp. Avoid dull blades at all cost. 
• Consistent Care: Shave regularly to maintain smooth legs, but give your skin time to recover between shaves.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of water and use a daily moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated and healthy.

Remember: No one has legs like yours, so treat them right! 

Final thoughts. 

Knowing how to shave your legs properly can make a significant difference in achieving that silky smooth feel. By following these steps and using quality products like those from Make My Shave, you can enjoy beautifully smooth legs without the hassle of irritation or razor burn.

Try incorporating these tips into your routine and feel the difference for yourself!

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