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    I have been shaving for a while, and i got my style down, very close shave, normally rash free. But today i shave, first time i 2 weeks. and i had a lot of pain when i applied after shave, then i relized that i had pain were i had acne, and i realized that i had quite a lot, so if you a 18 year old, make sure you don't have a lot of acne when you straight shave

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    Generally shaving with a straight will assist in reducing acne with use. I have had some trouble lately with some heat rash, but in general I find that the only time I have acne is when I don't shave for a length of time.

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    yeah, as i said i had gone two weeks without a shave, becasue i have a job and i am just lazy so i though one good shave would do well, i think i am going to do once a week now

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    I'm also 18, wet shaving has really cleared up my face. A tip make sure you wash you face with soap actually designed for it not bar soap before you shave. Then after you shave use witch hazel, I also use it one a day even if I dont shave that day, it'll help cut down on oil and helps kill bacteria. Good luck

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    Quote Originally Posted by Themagicturtle View Post
    I have been shaving for a while, and i got my style down, very close shave, normally rash free. But today i shave, first time i 2 weeks. and i had a lot of pain when i applied after shave, then i relized that i had pain were i had acne, and i realized that i had quite a lot, so if you a 18 year old, make sure you don't have a lot of acne when you straight shave

    First time in two weeks.
    One thing that folk forget is that the skin
    adapts a bit to shaving. Anytime you change
    your routine take your time and be kind to
    your face.

    One interesting point is that after a week the
    need to lather first for cleaning then rinse and
    lather again for shaving is a good practice.

    Remind yourself that a light touch is important.
    A two week growth looks like it needs a weed-whacker
    but the skin under the thatch it will not enjoy being whacked.

    Now to encourage healing... we are all different
    so witch hazel, Nivea, air all work for the other
    guy. Local rashes and infection, like any, should be
    managed with care. A bit of a triple antibiotic ointment
    may be in order. Irritants should be minimized... for
    some alcohol and fragrance are a no no. That mineral oil
    we often recommend to protect steel of razors can
    also protect skin after the insult of a harsh shave. It
    is a common ingredient in many product.

    Always read the labels....

    For some acne is a persistent infection and requires
    attention by a doctor. A short term razor rash
    need not develop into acne with good sanitary
    habits in the shave den. Use a fresh clean towel
    each day. Rinse well. Use a minimum number of
    quality products. Read package labels and keep tabs
    on what works for you. Do not share kit
    in the shave den.
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    A good astringent and/or alum block is a good defense against acne. Also, cut down on any oily preshave products such as hair conditioner and preshave oils.

    One other thing, are you sure it's acne or could it be razor bumps?

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    Is this your first time that you get shaved. Don't be worry and try to use any best acne cure or there are also many of acne shaving cremes available for those peoples whom acne on their face.

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    Is this your first time that you get shaved. Don't be worry and try to use any best acne cure or there are also many of acne shaving cremes available for those peoples whom acne on their face.
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    Hydrogen Peroxide, witch hazel and tea tree oil all work well on acne. I wish I had known that in my teen years.

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    When I start shaving long time ago wit acne an old man told what to do and free they give it to me free I give to you. Just shave down strocks action. If you have to pass more than once strocks then do it but 2 passes is more than ok. Face preparation with very hot water with a clouth for more than 3 minutes. Castle forbes as a pre shave and when finish skin food either santa maria novella or Trumper sandalwood is ok. But just down strocks.
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