Cutting Too Close
A very close shave can leave hair more likely to re-enter the skin as it grows.
Bumps & Ingrowns
The day after matters
Razor Bumps Usually Show Up After the Shave
Day one may look smooth. Day two tells you how your scalp handled the shave. Hair type, shaving direction, pressure and aftercare all affect what shows up next.
Shop the Shaving ProtocolWhat sets bumps up
It Is Not Just What You Use
Razor bumps can form when closely cut hair curves back into the skin. Your technique, hair type and scalp condition can all influence the result.
Shaving Against the Grain
Against-the-grain passes may feel smoother, but they can increase irritation for bump-prone scalps.
Too Much Pressure
Repeated passes and heavy pressure create more friction. Sweat, oil and buildup can add to the irritation.
A bump-conscious routine
Build a Better Shave From Start to Finish
Prepare
Exfoliate before shaving, 2 to 3 times weekly.
Lather
Create a protective glide before the blade touches skin.
Shave
Start with the grain using light pressure and fewer passes.
Recover
Apply a lightweight moisturizer after shaving.
Maintain
Cleanse gently between shaves and keep tools clean.
Two tools. Two different jobs.
Prepare Before. Cleanse Between.
The scrub supports shave preparation. The sponge supports gentle cleansing between shaves.
Before shaving
Coffee Scalp Scrub
Use 2 to 3 times weekly before shaving to lift surface buildup and smooth the scalp. Do not scrub freshly shaved or irritated skin.
Between shaves
Scalp Cleansing Sponge
Use with a gentle cleanser to remove sweat, oil and surface buildup. Keep pressure light, especially if your scalp feels sensitive.
Adjust for your hair type
The Routine Stays Consistent. The Technique Changes.
Straight or wavy
You May Tolerate a Closer Shave
Begin with the grain. If your scalp stays calm, you may carefully test an across-the-grain pass.
Curly or coily
Leave a Little More Length
Start with the grain and avoid stretching the skin. If razors repeatedly cause bumps, consider a close-cutting trimmer.
Start with the right sequence
A Smoother Shave Starts Before the Blade
Prepare the scalp, use a protective lather, shave with control and support the skin afterward.
Persistent, painful, pus-filled or scarring bumps may need evaluation by a board-certified dermatologist.