How To: Prevent & treat ingrown hairs
Ingrown hairs are the worst, but check out these tips for prevention and treatment, and your skin will be in the clear.
Ingrown hairs are the worst, but check out these tips for prevention and treatment, and your skin will be in the clear.
In this video from wheezywaiter we learn how to shave your face and trim your beard the right way. First take your shirt off and grab your razor. He uses the nude razor, meaning he does not put any clips on it. Scruff your beard so it all sticks out. Then with your razor, run it lightly along the surface of the beard. You have more control over it this way because you are not using one of those unpredictable clips. Throw away the clips because the best method to trimming your beard is just us...
Unless you've had a series of super expensive laser hair removal treatments done, we're pretty sure you have at least one or two areas where you have a case of overgrown hair.
Unfortunately, even the most genetically blessed and beautiful among us (we're looking at you, Halle Berry) still grow hair in unwanted hair growth places like the upper li, chin, and even along the cheekbones.
In this video, sugaring specialist Anjali teaches us how to use sugar wax, which is a natural and slightly more gentle alternative to normal wax, to remove unsightly arm hair. Composed only of three ingredients, sugar, water, and lemon juice, sugar wax removes hair without drying skin out like normal waxes.
In this video, we learn how to groom men's eyebrows with Aaron Marino. You will need: high quality tweezers, small scissors, fine tooth comb, and a pencil. First, use the pencil and place along the inside and outside of your eye to know where your eyebrow should start and stop. Now, take your tweezers and pluck the middle of your eyebrows, as well as the outside and underneath of the eyebrow. Next, take the comb and brush against the grain. Trim the hairs that come up at the top, making sure ...
Eyebrows can make a great deal of difference on someone's face. In this video courtesy of Beat Face Honey, learn how to apply the most important thing on your face! Learn how to shape, tweeze, and place your eyebrows as well as some do's and don'ts, and don't evers!
Everyone has a different shape to their face - it is why we all look so beautiful and unique! Depending upon your face shape - whether it be oval, round, square, heart shaped, etc - you will need to know how to style appropriately for it.
Eyebrows are an important part of your face. They really define your eyes and even your cheeks! If you are having trouble with your brows, check out this tutorial. In it, you will learn how to shape and fill in your eyebrows so that they stand out and make an impact. If you have sparse brows or are just looking for a bit of definition, take the advice offered in this tutorial and stand out.
In this video from kandeejohnson we learn how to tweeze, shape, and groom eyebrows. Must have tools for this are tweezer, a curved pair of cuticle scissors, an eyebrow brush, and mini razors. First find the dimensions of your eyebrow. Take the eyebrow brush and using the stick part of it and place it on the side of your nose and go straight upwards. Right where it goes straight up is where your eyebrow should begin. So tweeze everything between there. To find the arch, go from side of the nos...
Find out how to give yourself the perfect beard treatment as common misconceptions are unveiled. This video will not only show you how to execute the simple processes of shaving correctly, but also tell us what not to do, and why the barbers we have been going to have not strictly been doing their job right! For a good shave the hot towel should be applied before the lather is applied to the beard. This makes for a smoother and more effective shave, not to mention a more comfortable one. This...
This is an easy way to create a 5 o'clock shadow on your beard at 9am. All you need to accomplish this is an electric hair razor like you would use on the hair on your head. You have to take the clips off so it's only the blade, and while it may seem dangerous it is actually safer then using a straight razor in terms of cutting yourself. What you have to do is just be careful and use the electric razor on your full beard, which should take around 2 minutes to complete. So, in 2 minutes you ca...
This video describes the process of getting a perfect Italian barber shave. The presenter suggests that shaving cream be applied with a shaving brush to loosen the facial hair and moisturize the skin. Shaving in the shower or directly after the shower is best, because the beard will have had a chance to loosen up while in the shower. The presenter then lathers up his face and shaves for a first pass. Next he will re-lather his face for a second pass. When finished shaving the second pass, the...
This is a very quick and simple tutorial on how to shave using a disposable razor bought from a store. You have to begin by taking whatever kind of shaving cream you have and applying it to the area you want to shave. In this video tutorial, it will be applied to the lower face for a clean and neat shave. When applying the shaving cream make sure to rub it in completely and make it a nice thick lather and then turn on the hot water on your sink. Run the blade under hot water until the blade i...
This video explains how to get a barbershop shave on your own, using an easy method without causing skin to harden, smoothening the hair and skin, providing a deeper shave. Then, "Back shave" can also be done and that too in different directions. Cream will allow hair to come out smoothly. Now, take the razor and slice the hair down, if skin is not smooth, go back and slice the hair down again and clean it by applying water in dry areas or places where not shaved otherwise it will cause skin ...
This video demonstrates the proper technique to shave your head without getting cuts. First the presenter starts by shaving his head a pair of clippers. After the hair is trimmed he fills the sink with water to clean the razor off. The presenter suggests you take a shower before shaving your head to open the pores and loosen the hair. Then you apply the shaving cream to your head and massage it into the scalp. The presenter begins shaving the sides of his head, washing the razor after ever on...
In this video, which is another installment of Masc Minute, we learn about razor burns, and how to prevent and treat razor burns. One thing is that you don't want to be using a dull razor. As soon as your razor is done, throw it out, because that will definitely irritate your skin. You also want to use a good shaving cream that will protect your skin. But something you can do to help treat razor burns specifically is using a post-shave repair product. The product recommended in this video is ...
One of the biggest problems men face today is razor bumps. They are irritating and unsightly. This problem occurs more frequently in people who have curly hair. You need to follow the steps below to minimize ingrown hairs and the unsightly razor bumps they create. Use a facial scrub before shaving. This helps raise the hairs from under the skin and prevents them from growing back into the skin. Do not pull the skin tight when shaving. Always allow your skin to expand under hot water for at le...
The pubic area is a very, very tricky area, when trying to shave and so in this video, Dan and Jennifer from Ask Dan and Jennifer try to supply some useful tips and tricks for this delicate operation. First, you need the proper tools. These include, Dan and Jennifer say, a good electric trimmer, a razor that's not a straight razor and of course shaving cream. Secondly, always use the trimmer and then razor on the surrounding pubic hair, not the main area, first. Third, you want to go, from ar...
This all-natural hair remover, called halaweh in Arabic, has been used in Middle Eastern homes for centuries. A natural hair removal technique may be a good alternative for you to salon waxing. Learn how to remove hair with Halaweh.
Here is one method for threading eyebrows. You can mask off your eyebrows that you don't want taken away with scotch tape. Then you don't have to worry about taking out any hairs that you want to stay. Threading your eyebrows removes your hair at the follicle, for a longer lasting effect.
Get the lowdown on all the ways to remove pesky facial hair—from the brand new to the tried and true. Different options: threading, laser hair removal, intense pulsed light treatment, electrolysis, facial bleach, a waxing treatment or kit, tweezers, and prescription cream Vaniqa (optional). There are many hair removal options, so watch this video and choose the one that is best for you.
A great shave starts before even picking up a razor. Hydrating skin can soften the hair and prevent irritation of the skin. Watch this video tutorial from Gillette and learn how to shave.
Seventeen Magazine shows you how to shape perfect eyebrows. This instructional video shows you how to set angles for proper eyebrow plucking. Use ice, moisturizer, and gels to sooth your skin and keep your eyebrows neat and healthy.
Waxing unwanted facial hair is a great way for women to achieve a smooth, beautiful face. Learn how to wax facial hair with tips from a stylist in this free women's beauty care video series.
In this how to video, Greg Swanson grabs a razor, wax, Naire and duct tape to see which one takes the hair off of his legs the best. Hair removal for men is getting more and more popular. This tutorial gives you a step by step guide to the best hair removal methods from your legs.
Shaving can irritate skin and doesn't last very long as compared to other hair removal methods. This waxing video tutorial shows how to get rid of hair from wherever on the body in a lasting and effective way.
Shaving legs is a long tradition. It's easy to do and becomes second nature in time. Shaving your legs is a basic beauty routine that once adopted can easily become second nature. You need to start slow, shaving the first few times in a bathtub is usually a good idea. That way you don't have water from the shower falling into your eyes and you can really focus on what you're doing. Buy a nice razor, one that has a swivel head to get those hard to reach places like the ankles and knees, and st...
From waxing to shaving to that new-fangled thing they call laser hair removal, there are a lot of options out there when you decide to start taming the hair on your back. Here are the best ways to get rid of your back hair.
Johnny Lavoy adds a new twist on the ponytail to make the everyday do modern and exciting.
Check out this demonstration by Claire Beverley. She is a beauty expert in the art of threading, a technique of hair removal.
Master your arches with these can't-fail eyebrow tricks.
Should you skip shaving and save yourself from potential razor burn, or should you get a nice close shave and save a loved one from certain whisker burn? Learn to shave correctly, and you'll solve this burning question to everyone's satisfaction.
Watch and learn as Christina shows how to turn those unruly brows into a fantastic frame for your face.
Learn how to shave your legs and get smooth hair free skin.
This is a topic that gets a lot of attention. Want to get rid of your pubic hair? Make sure you don't jump for the razor just yet. Waxing, electrolysis, shaving: they're all options. To best avoid in-grown hairs, razor burn and keep your bikini groomed for more time-- she recommends waxing!
This video gives you details on using the wet shaving technique. This is the third video in a 3 part series but by far the best since it takes you through the actual shaving process. It's not necessary to watch the three parts in order.
Robert Jackson shows how to shave and cut your nose hairs properly. Using Robert's 4 handy tips, shaving will be as smooth as possible to a man's face.
Need to get rid of some unwanted hair? This simple technique is anti-wrinkle and enables both women and men to remove unwanted facial hair from skin that's too sensitive for laser or waxing.
Our shaving expert, Sabrina Bow, will show you the proper way to shave your legs, leaving your skin soft and sexy. Get tips on how to prepare your skin before you shave, how to use shaving gel, how to choose a razor, moisturizer tips—and more important techniques for getting the best possible result.