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How To Shave Your Back
When it comes to removing hair on a man, no part of the body is taboo. But if you can't get in to see your favorite waxer...how about getting rid of back hair the old-fashioned way... with a shave. Shaving Expert Danielle Malka shows us how.
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You Will Need
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Step 1:
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Prep Your Skin
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Back in the day, it was common to see men sitting in barber chairs with hot towels wrapped around their faces. This wasn't just for relaxation- under those hot towels facial pores opened, and facial hair would stiffen away from the skin. And, steam-softened skin made the razor glide more easily.
This same principle applies to your back. It's a lot easier to shave after you've taken a bath or shower. If you don't want to feel any stubble hours after your shave, don't skip this step.
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Step 2:
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Oil Up
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Lightly massage pre-shave oil onto your back. This step is necessary.
Now you're ready for the next step.
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Step 3:
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Brush Up
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Gently dip the moistened brush tip into a pot of quality shaving cream. The shaving brush bristles will lift the hair up off the skin.
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Step 4:
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Lather Up
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Starting at your shoulders, work down, moving the brush in small circles. The foam will build into a rich lather and should end up feeling like whipped cream.
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Step 5:
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A Light Hand
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Beginning at the top of your shoulders, slowly shave with the grain-not against. Don't press down hard - keep the pressure light and easy.
Rinse your blade. Don't cheat on this step either-hair caught in the blade will only interfere with the next shaving pass.
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Step 6:
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Soothe Your Skin
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Rinse and dry your back. Using your pre-shave oil as your moisturizer adds a bit of sheen and softens skin for maximum comfort.
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