Aftershave, natural remedies. How to intervene after shaving to eliminate redness and heal any cuts? Common alcohol-based aftershaves on the market could make the situation worse by increasing the redness or burning sensation. Using too much shaving cream could be the cause of red or particularly dry skin. Therefore, it is better to try to experiment with some natural remedies to always keep at hand for a prompt post-shave intervention.
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How to intervene after shaving to eliminate redness and heal any cuts? Municipalities aftershave alcohol-based products on the market could worsen the situation by increasing the redness or burning sensation. Using too much shaving cream could be the cause of red or particularly dry skin. Better therefore try to experiment with some natural remedies to always keep at hand for prompt intervention after shaving.
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Aloe vera gel
Il aloe gel it represents one of the most practical and effective remedies to apply after shaving, both in case of redness and small wounds. It indeed contributes to heal the cuts in a few moments and ad relieve redness or a possible burning sensation. In fact, the aloe gel has emollient, soothing and refreshing properties. It must be applied gently and in small quantities with the fingertips on the affected areas. The skin will absorb it immediately and get relief from it.
Chamomile essential oil
The essential oil of chamomile represents an additional natural remedy to be applied after shaving, because of its anti-inflammatory properties and for its ability to reduce irritation in general. Six drops of chamomile essential oil can be added to half a glass of water and applied to the face or neck with the help of a microfiber cloth or cotton ball.
Potassium alum
THEpotassium alum, or rock alum, is a crystal usually used as a deodorant, as it is able to act by limiting the presence of bacteria linked to sweating. It is a natural remedy which however has additional beneficial properties. Among them there is a particular healing power, which allows you to use it by gently rubbing it on the skin after shaving, to prevent bleeding of cuts and heal them in a short time. It is preferable to moisten the alum crystal before using it.
Calendula essential oil
The essential oil of calendula presents soothing properties which make it able to relieve redness following shaving. A few drops of calendula essential oil can be diluted in a basic vegetable oil, such as sweet almond oil, or in half a tablespoon of aloe gel, in order to obtain a natural aftershave gel in seconds. Essential oils should not come into direct contact with cuts or small wounds. Alternatively, one can be used herbal ointment based on calendula with soothing effect and suitable for application on the face.
Jojoba oil
If the skin appears dry after shaving, it may be necessary to resort to a natural remedy that can provide good nutrition at the level of the skin, at the same time calming the redness. Here a precious help comes fromjojoba oil, considered particularly sebum-like and easily absorbed. A few drops are enough to apply on the skin with your fingers, in a gentle way. Jojoba oil, as well as all vegatal or essential oils, can be purchased at a herbalist's shop, online, or in health food stores.
Which ones are they your natural remedies to use after shaving? Report them in the comments.
Marta Albè
