Of all the hair-removal methods, shaving can sometimes feel like the most tedious – especially when it comes to the bikini area. Between the bumps, burn, and irritation shaving can cause, we’ve made it our mission to discover the best way to shave for soft, silky-smooth skin. We’ve tackled the right way to shave our face, the truth about whether shaving makes your hair grow thicker and common mistakes we make when shaving our legs. Now, we’re detailing all you need to know about shaving your bikini area, because razor burn, ingrown hairs and nicks can feel a thousand times worse down there. Ahead, Amy McLain, master esthetician and esthetics director of education at Kenneth's Hair Salons & Day Spas, guides us on how to ensure a smooth bikini area shave, every single time.How Do You Properly Shave Your Bikini Area?When it comes to shaving with a razor, on top of following a few necessary steps (more on that below) it’s important to use the right products that are suitable for the pubic and bikini area. You’ll need the usual materials — a razor and shaving cream — along with a few other essentials to prep and care for sensitive skin before and after hair-removal sessions. Keep reading for all the specifics.How Do You Shave Without Getting Bumps?Pesky bumps are not only annoying to look at, but they can also feel quite irritating on your skin. Making sure you’re putting in the time to shave properly will keep razor bumps away and the below tips will ensure a super smooth shave.Gently Exfoliate Skin Prime your skin the day before you plan on shaving with a product that contains glycolic, salicylic or lactic acid. “This will help to minimize the risk of getting an ingrown hair,” says McLain. Additionally, she recommends prepping for shaving by exfoliating with a gentle scrub. “This will slough away dead surface skin cells, which will allow for a smooth shave and promote surface cell turnover.” For gentle buffing that won’t irritate skin, try the gynecologist-tested Fur Silk Scrub, which contains both glycolic and lactic acids as well as polishing crystals to remove dead skin cells and smooth the skin.
