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Razor Burn
The red, stinging irritation after shaving — preventable with the right prep and aftershave balm.
Razor burn is inflammation caused by shaving too dry, using dull blades, or shaving against the grain repeatedly. The prevention is: hot towel prep, quality shave soap or oil, sharp blade, shave with the grain, finish with aftershave balm (not alcohol splash).
Key Facts
- ›Cause: dull blade, dry shave, shaving against grain.
- ›Prevention: hot towel, shave soap, sharp blade.
- ›Aftershave balm (not alcohol splash) soothes.
- ›Aloe vera and allantoin are the calming actives.
- ›Grizzly Aftershave Balm is formulated for this.
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