The perfect intimate shave: removing hair from the bikini line correctly

Landing strips, Hollywood cuts and the like are all the rage, but Brazilian waxing appointments are often scarce and not everyone dares to try this painful method. So the only solution is to shave the bikini line. But how do I shave my intimate area properly? We have the best tips to make sure everything goes smoothly.

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It's not just in summer that we want to achieve the smoothest possible intimate shave. We'll tell you how this works.

Preparing to shave the bikini line

If you have been avoiding shaving your bikini line for a long time, you should first carefully trim any hair that is too long with nail scissors. This is because the razor cannot shave hair that is too long and the blade will become blunt before shaving the bikini line.

Water march!

Never shave the bikini line dry. To avoid skin irritation after shaving, it should be done in the shower or bath. The warm water opens the pores and softens the hair.

Shaving foam or gel with a nourishing effect is also helpful for shaving the bikini line to avoid razor bumps and look as clean-shaven as possible on the beach.

How do I shave correctly?

To achieve the smoothest possible result, the skin should be pulled taut and shaved in the direction of growth. Special care should be taken in the more sensitive areas such as the labia to avoid minor injuries.

The right care

After shaving the bikini area, skin oils or baby powder have a soothing effect. Nourishing gel with aloe vera also soothes the skin and prevents unsightly razor bumps.