Winter not only brings cold temperatures, but also dry skin. This can make shaving more uncomfortable.
We'll explain to you what changes to your skin in winter and how you can still have a pleasant shaving experience.
What happens to our skin in winter?
In winter, your skin may become drier due to lower humidity and cold temperatures. Indoor heating air also contributes to dryness. This can lead to a lack of moisture in the upper layers of the skin, resulting in tightness, itching and irritation. To avoid these problems, it is important to hydrate and nourish your skin adequately during the winter.
Should I even shave in winter?
How often you shave in winter obviously depends on your personal preferences. But shaving in winter also has advantages: Some people shave less because their skin is usually covered by clothing at this time of year. However, tight-fitting clothing can cause dry skin or friction. In these cases, shaving can even help by removing dead skin cells and reducing friction from hair on clothing.
What should I pay attention to when shaving in winter?
As always, preparation and proper care are everything here!
Before shaving, exfoliate your skin and soak it thoroughly with warm water. This removes dead skin and gives your razor a smoother surface. When shaving, you should use good shaving cream and sharp blades for the smoothest possible experience. This is the quickest way to shave and you don't have to shave over one area more often, which would irritate your skin even more. After shaving, it is important that you help your skin regenerate and give it enough water with a good moisturizer.
Overall, we may need to help our skin a little more in winter, but of course every season has its pitfalls. In winter we tend to have drier skin and have to place particular emphasis on moisturizing care💦.
