At Timothy’s Skincare, we truly want you to have an enhanced experience while shaving, and that means lessening your chances of getting cuts and knicks while keeping your skin protected during shaving, which in part means knowing how to apply shaving cream or gel. Our uniquely formulated shaving gel and cream are alcohol-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free, SLS-free, and cruelty-free. Using the right shaving product is essential to provide your skin with the needed protection while you are using a razor.
Our shaving gel and cream are easy to handle, and even easier to use. Using our shaving gel ensures that you get maximum visibility while shaving, due to its clear formulation and consistency. Our concentrated formulation also enables you to get the maximum use out of our products so you can always experience luxurious shaving without any knicks and cuts. If you are wondering how to apply shaving cream or gel by Timothy’s, here is a detailed guide to help you out.
How to Apply Shaving Cream or Gel
- Begin by washing your face (or wherever you’re planning to shave) with a gentle soap that doesn’t remove your skin's essential oils. A clean surface is essential to ensure that the product adheres to the skin and you get the closest shave possible.
- Ensure that your skin is damp before you begin applying the shaving cream/gel. If you don’t know how to apply shaving cream or gel, begin by slowly applying the shaving cream or gel in an upwards motion with either your fingers or a shaving brush (if needed) on your skin. Our products are highly concentrated, needing roughly only a quarter-sized amount for your face.
- Ensure that you have applied your preferred Timothy’s product evenly across the intended shaving area. All you need is a base layer that allows the razor to glide smoothly across the skin. If you have thick, coarse hair, it might be best to leave the shaving cream/gel on for a minute or two before you start shaving.
- After knowing how to apply shaving cream or gel, you can now begin shaving. Shave in the direction of your hair growth to prevent any cuts, knicks, or ingrown hairs. Keep in mind to wash your razor with hot water after every swipe to get the best results possible. This removes hair or debris that could be clogging your razors.
- After you’ve finished shaving, gently wash your skin with water or pat it dry with a towel. You may want to follow up with post-shave products if needed. But all of our products are specifically designed for sensitive skin, and are hypoallergenic, meaning that any irritation arising from shaving is unlikely. If you do choose to use a post-shave product it is best to find one that is alcohol-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free, and SLS-free, to prevent any post-shaving skin irritation.
Timothy’s Shaving Cream is the ideal choice when you are looking for the features of a traditional shaving cream but without all the irritating ingredients and excessive foaming which needlessly clogs your razor and prevents you from seeing the contours of your skin. Alternatively, Timothy’s Shaving Gel has a clear, skin-friendly formulation, meaning that it does not turn opaque even after you start rubbing it into your skin and does not contain any common allergens or skin irritants. It enables you to see where you are shaving and provides extra slick lubrication to protect your skin.
Shaving Tips for The Perfect Shave
- Using shaving gel or cream and knowing how to apply shaving cream or gel is essential for the perfect shave. Find products that work well with your skin, and don’t contain additives that could cause more harm than good. All Timothy’s products are SLS, paraben, fragrance, alcohol, and sulfate-free.
- Ensure that any shaving product you use leaves your skin feeling hydrated, not dry and flaky. Most products that contain alcohol or fragrance tend to irritate and damage the skin.
- Ensure that you leave the shaving cream/gel on for a few minutes so it can soften the hair follicle. Using warm water beforehand to open up the pores is ideal for removing hair as close to the follicle as possible.
- For a close shave, always shave in the direction of hair growth, not against it.
- Replace your razor at regular intervals to prevent the risk of infection and to replace dull razors which will make it difficult to get a close, smooth shave. Most razors require changing after 5 to 7 changes, but it can vary depending on the razor you use.
- Take your time. More often than not, trying to hurry up the process can result in increased knicks and cuts, while making your shave look sloppy. Our products enable you to see where you’re shaving since they’re non-foaming. Still, using a slow and steady hand will ensure the best results.
Once you know how to apply shaving cream or gel (depending on your preferences), you can get started right away! At Timothy’s, we are serious when we promise to enhance your shaving experience with our products. Our products are HRIPT tested and certified, and we provide a money-back guarantee when you’re not fully satisfied with our products.
We are approved by scientists and dermatologists, and the positive feedback from our customers only encourages us to do our best. Try out our products today to see for yourself how your shaving experience can be taken to the next level.