How To Get The Softest Legs On Earth

Last week I recived a dm from someone asking if shaving makes hair darker. This started me on a deep rabbit hole of all the crazy shaving myths. Most of them were even things I thought were facts! So today I’m debunking 4 shaving myths, and ending this post with an updated shaving guide. One of my very first posts on Cherie was a shaving guide, but since then, I’ve learned so, so much. The first shaving myth is that shaving makes hair grow back darker, faster, and thicker. This is one of the most well known, and false, myths. In fact my own Mother said it the other day, and I had to correct her. By shaving, you give your hair a blunter tip, making it appear darker and thicker. New hair also hasn’t been exposed to natural elements such as sun exposure or soap, which can lighten hair. The second myth is that using a new, sharp razor blade causes more nicks and cuts than a dull blade. This myth is actually flipped from the truth. In reality, a dull blade is worse because it can pull at your body hair, and can feel more rough on your skin. This leads to post-shave irritation. On the other hand, a sharp blade moves much more smoothly, and one requires 1-2 passes to get a clean shave, which reduces chances on inflammation. The next myth is that shaving cream isn’t necessary. Shaving creams actually preserve moisture, and help protect skin from irritation. Shaving with water or soap dries out your skin, and increases your chances of inflammation, and irritation. And finally the last myth is that shaving leaves skin feeling dry and flaky. Well first off, sharp blades can actually shed of dead skin, leading to your skin being less flaky and dry. It is however important to put on a moisturizer after shaving to keep your skin as hydrated as possible. Down below is my shaving guide, but please cheer for this post to ensure everyone gets the best shave possible, and follow me for more beauty content. If you have a beauty question, dm me @_sips_tea_ on Instagram, or comment down below. My updated shaving guide: 1. Cleanse your skin with a simple face cleanser. 2. Use a body scrub (not for your face or other sensitive areas!) to remove dead skin for a cleaner, closer shave. 3. Apply a shaving cream or gel. 4. Shave in the direction of hair growth. 5. Avoid shaving quickly and pressing the razor too hard into your skin to avoid cuts. 6. Rinse your skin after shaving, and IMMEDIATELY apply a moisturizer and SPF, to protect the now sensitive skin.