9 Things All Girls Who Shave Know To Be True

Removing hair is a constant battle for women, with many of us choosing the razor as our weapon of choice. But as experienced shavers will know, this cost-effective and easy-to-use method has its ups and downs. And if you’re new to shaving, these are just some of the things you have to look forward to...

#1 That post-shave feeling

“I’m as slippery as a seal. A smooth, silky goddess. I’m never wearing pants again!”

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#2 Cursing goosebumps

Aka those evil, little bumps that make your hairs stick up! Whenever there’s a slight wind, you find yourself rubbing your legs furiously and you also have to steer clear of anything heart-warming or inspiring.

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#3 Finding the patch you missed

Usually around the knee area. No matter how meticulously you watch every stroke, you’ll always miss a spot. The worst is when it’s an entire strip up your leg.

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#4 Forgetting to replace your razor

And then you go through the entire process of shaving your legs, underarms, EVERYWHERE before realising the blades are so blunt, it did nothing.

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#5 Accidentally nicking yourself

“Whoops, seem to have hit a major artery here. I had no idea my ankle could contain so much blood. Would you look at that? Oh, that’s scabbing for sure.”

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#6 Only shaving the area that will be showing

Especially since the midi-skirt trend came along. Why shave your entire leg when you can get away with just the ankle or only half your calf?

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#7 Annoying red bumps

The rashy-looking reaction always happens at the worst of times. Like when you’re in a hurry to get to a party or didn’t think you’d be bringing someone home and had to do a rush job… Here’s how to stop them from appearing.

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#8 The first shave post-winter

When you finally break out a new razor after weeks (sometimes months) of wearing pants and stockings to shed your winter coat. This usually involves rinsing the head after each stroke due to the sheer volume of fur that gets stuck between the blades. It’s bittersweet, really!

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#9 Squeezing out ingrown hairs

Gross, I know. But also oddly satisfying. The real pain is trying to reach the ones protruding on your underarm.

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If you’re not so fond of squeezing, Extract It and Bump eRaiser Medi Paste are lifesavers.

4 fabulous buys for taming your fuzz:

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Do you relate to any of the above? What’s your best shaving tip?

50 Member Comments

abby.liana 24 Jun 2018 9:07 PM

Can 100% relate to these especially number 5

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onlyoni 12 Aug 2017 8:02 PM

I just love 'the first shave post-winter' photo. Thankfully I'm not a hairy person so I don't need to shave too often and then it's only the places that can be seen.

Goddess..... 26 Jun 2017 3:50 AM

You should always invest in a good shaver & take your time doing it no rushing then you'll have perfect glowing sexy legs to die for.

BeautifulJusty 24 Jun 2017 4:49 PM

Thankfully no more nicks, yet there is always a part you miss.

thelifeoflaura 13 Jul 2016 3:46 AM

OH MY GOD YES! I found the biggest patch I missed today...so annoying. Shaving in winter is hard too because I get cold and then goosebumps and then I look like I attacked my self with a knife :(

Elunia 20 Jan 2016 11:53 AM

These are hilarious and the images with each point is even funnier. Yet all are so true!

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sporty_ytl 5 Jan 2016 4:00 PM

Can relate to some, hahaha...

sunjeanie 11 Nov 2015 10:44 AM

I hate when you're trying to get one last go out of a razor and it seems to do more harm than good to you. (Queue the stinging red skin attack) :(

Yohanna 28 Aug 2015 4:49 PM

hahahahahaha....yesss! Everything :D (Just did parts that will show)

sootyblack_14 19 Aug 2015 1:47 PM

Ha ha.....

Shop A Everyday 8 Aug 2015 2:45 PM

I did the lower legs this week, just need some warmer time in the shower to do the top half of my legs lol

Petal 2 Aug 2015 12:33 PM

I don't shave or wax in cold weather.

Seashells 27 Jul 2015 10:54 AM

Numbers 3 (UGH), 5 & 8 particularly stand out for me. I'm definitely letting my legs go this winter, although I have shaved them once or twice...it's not completely out of control.

Arty Girl 26 Jul 2015 10:55 PM

I've never shaved my legs or underarms. Blades and I don't mix. LOL !!! If I have to, I'll attempt to wax my bikini line. I feel that once I start shaving various body parts, I won't be able to stop and it'll only be another beauty routine that I will have to do.

Luna19 26 Jul 2015 12:03 PM

I am so prone to #3 and I always miss the same areas over and over again

Ellelily 25 Jul 2015 7:36 PM

Can relate to some of these but i have alot less re growth as i am getting older.

talk-a-lot 25 Jul 2015 7:15 PM

Having a decent razor helps achieve good hair removal.

Hayley644 25 Jul 2015 4:59 PM

I can relate to most of these, conditioner is good to use instead of shaving cream and gives you a smooth and close shave.

JaneyPooh 25 Jul 2015 3:12 PM

I use conditioner or soap to make the razor glide smoothly.

annalise572 25 Jul 2015 1:25 PM

Yes l can relate to some of these. The things we do for beauty! I have thought about waxing but just getting my eyebrows done (and it is only a little area) is bad enough, so l will have to keep shaving. Tried the creams could not stand the smell and thought they did not do a very good job - or it just might have been me! More likely it is me.

Beautybabe140194 25 Jul 2015 1:19 PM

Very real article, I definitely shave only the areas which are seen. I shave my entire leg when I have a date or special event.

clearcrystalwater 24 Jul 2015 8:51 PM

Oh wow yeah - just don't shave on dry skin - probably the worst thing in this categoary.

Dance 24 Jul 2015 4:19 PM

Plus, the fact that you have to do it over and over again. So soon!

moncheri 24 Jul 2015 1:02 PM

haha these are so funny and so true! I hate finding those few hairs I missed! haha

aleksandra 24 Jul 2015 12:04 PM

Number 3, finding the patch you missed has to be the most frustrating!! Always!

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