Ladies, here are a few shaving tips that will help avoid nicks, irritation, and ingrown hairs. Next to laser hair removal, shaving is a much cheaper option for you to remove body hair. Back during World War II, bare legs became a trend. Nylon stockings were in short supply because everyone wanted to wear them. Today, one of the most popular hair removal techniques used by women is waxing, but shaving remains the least expensive form of hair removal. To make sure that you are cutting down on the nicks and irritation, here are 10 tricks or tips to help you along. Remember to not shave dry skin. Wet your skin and let it soften as shaving is also a natural skin exfoliater that can clog up your razor. Don't purchase shaving creams especially formulated for women. They are a waste of money as they are the same creams as are sold for men. One of the best razors for women is the Gillette Venus razor or the Schick Quattro for Women. Both have super thin blades and a pivoting head.

Changing cartridges or razors on a regular basis will avoid nicks or cuts. Also remember to not use your man's razor as his is coarser and will have a duller blade than yours. Always remember to exfoliate your skin before shaving to avoid clogging the razor. Remember to shave your ankles and legs upwards as leg hairs grow down, and apply a good moisturizer afterwards.

Ingrown hairs are caused when hairs curl back under the skin, so exfoliating bi-weekly and using a good glycolic acid body lotion will help immensely. One great product that helps with ingrown hairs is called Tend skin which is an over-the-counter lotion specifically formulated for ingrown hairs. When you apply it morning and night, the bumps should disappear within a couple of days. Consider having a wax treatment for your legs, as it will remove coarser hair, and they won't grow back as fast. Consult a local expert or good web site for information on permanent hair removal or laser hair removal. These procedures are becoming more and more effective and are a good solution for long-term hair removal.