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Shave Your Way to Healthier Looking Skin

Shave Your Way to Healthier Looking Skin

For many men, the day starts with a shave. Whether you're using a razor or an electric shaver, one thing is certain: facial hair has to go! But have you ever considered that shaving involves removing hair from almost half of your face daily? That’s a significant impact on your skin!

Given the importance of this routine, it's important to know the proper shaving techniques to avoid common issues like razor burn, redness, skin darkening...
5 Ways To Shave A Tough Beard - Burke Avenue by Craig the Barber

Mastering Tough Beards: Expert Tips for a Smoother Shave

Have you ever wondered if your beard qualifies as 'tough'? Or, if it does, how you can achieve a more comfortable shave? Let's dive into these questions.

Identifying a Tough Beard

First, let's figure out if you have a tough beard. You might relate to one or more of these signs:

Does Shaving Make Your Skin Darker? - Burke Avenue by Craig the Barber

Is Shaving Making Your Skin Appear Darker?

A close shave can reveal more than just a smooth face and defined jawline—it can also uncover the less desirable effect of skin darkening. If you've noticed darker patches on your face post-shave, rest assured, it's not just your imagination. This phenomenon, known as "hyper-pigmentation," can indeed result from your shaving routine.

Understanding the Cause:

The root cause of this discoloration often lies in...

Man shaving with Burke Avenue's Moisturizing Shave Cream

Winter Shaving 101: How to Avoid Dry Skin and Irritation

Winter weather can wreak havoc on your skin especially if you're someone who shaves frequently. Already more susceptible to being dry, sensitive and irritated, a freshly shaved face is no-match for what these cold months can bring. Unless, of course, you come prepared to fight a battle your face can truly win.

Here are a few tried-and-true tips to make sure your face remains healthy-looking in appearance all winter as it does in the spring!

Shave at night: Our skin...

The Best Shave Ever In The New Year! - Burke Avenue by Craig the Barber

The Best Shave Ever? Here's How!

Schools cover so many great topics. But nothing on how to get the best shave? Who’s gonna help you with that…? Me of course!

Welcome to the shortest class you’ll EVER take!

My Quick & Classic Shaving Tips 

 

Prep: Moisture is Key   

  •  Choose your favorite face wash to create a clean surface to aid in softening the hairs, while further reducing the chances of skin irritation from excess oil and dirt. 
How To Stop Razor Burn For Good! - Burke Avenue by Craig the Barber

Stop Razor Burn For Good

Razor burn... Just saying the words make me angry! Why? Because it should never happen to me or anyone else.

We should all hate it. The redness, burning, itching, over-sensitivity... these are all symptoms. And the worst part is that these symptoms can lead to more visible frustration, razor bumps!

How you get it and its severity depends on many reasons (will discuss below). But the bottom line is, it ranges from person to person and I promise... if you haven't already experienced it, you don't ever want to!

Here are a few reasons why:

  • Blade/s too sharp
  • Blade/s too dull
  • Too many blades
  • Too many passes/strokes
November 17, 2021 by Craig the Barber
The 5 Fundamental Keys To Getting A Perfect Shave - Burke Avenue by Craig the Barber

The 5 Fundamental Keys To Getting A Perfect Shave

Mastering these 5 Key Concepts will insure that you will never have a bad shave again.

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Water

Water temperature and moisture is key to getting a great shave. Warm water softens the beard and skin allowing the razor blade to do its job better. The moisture produced is what is needed to make your shaving products work to their maximum potential.

Skin

Everyone’s skin reacts to shaving differently. Knowing how ...

How To Treat Ingrown Hairs For Good! - Burke Avenue by Craig the Barber

How To Treat Ingrown Hairs For Good!

Chances are that if you shave you have experienced an ingrown hair. Men and women alike suffer from them and we all know they are not fun, not to mention unsightly AND painful. I've seen men in my chair who are afraid to shave for fear of the ingrowns! Today that worrying STOPS… Because I've got the ultimate guide to ingrown hairs for you: what are ingrown hairs, why we get them and most importantly, how to treat and prevent them from coming back.

Ingrown hairs are the result of the hair growing back into the skin. Why do so many men (and women) suffer with this?

Let me help shed some light on this.  But first, I need to establish that knowing the correct way to shave is the #1 step to reducing ingrown hairs.

So let's begin.

Two things you MUST stop doing!

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