How It Works: After selecting the right razor for you, maneuver the blade against the direction that the hair is growing, the exception being in areas where your skin proves more sensitive to avoid irritation like your bikini line.
"You don't want to shave dry or wet without a barrier because it'll irritate the skin, so having one makes for a more comfortable shave," CC Sofronas, co-founder of Pacific Shaving Co, previously told PS. She recommends using the Pacific Shaving Company Ultra Slick Shave Stick ($13), which is a solid, transparent formula that lathers when introduced with water. "It's a shave stick in what looks like a deodorant container, so it's super easy to use," she says. "You just swipe it across your skin to create that barrier, but then unlike shaving cream you can also see any areas that you missed."
How Much It Hurts: The process should be painless, but accidents happen. You may end up with pesky knicks or razor burn, which can cause slight itching or burning.
