1) Use conditioner and warm water to soften your mo and/or beard and then dry it completely
2) Trim the hair as close to the skin as possible with scissors or a beard trimmer. Try: Philips BeardTrimmer Series 7000.
3) Apply pre-shave oil, followed by quality shaving cream or gel to reduce redness and pain. Try: Kiehl’s Ultimate Man Close Shavers Oil and Schick Hydro Skin Protect Shave Gel
4) Choose a clean, high-quality multi-bladed razor, moving in the opposite direction to your hair growth. Be sure to rinse the blades in warm water. Try: Gillette ProGlide with FlexBall Technology
5) Post shave, rinse your face with cold water to close your pores. Apply a shave balm or skin food to soothe the skin. Try: Thalgomen After-Shave Balm