(Yes, I know that the best way to fix razor burn is to avoid it in the first place with proper prep/lather/technique
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Care to weigh in on the physiological process of razor burn that I can quote (or at least paraphrase) in the article?drmoss_ca wrote:The only thing likely to work faster than time is hydrocortisone cream, but one ought not to be using it unless necessary and as you noted, prevention is better than cure.
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In the context of the article I'm working on it would be to subdue the irritation (redness and pain).EL Alamein wrote:Mantic, I'm curious if what you mean by "get rid of" means tone the face or actually subdue irritation (which may not tone the skin)?
I am not a balm user so I can't offer any insight on those but still I'm curious as I believe that soothing may not be the same as toning. On the alcoholic aftershave side the equivalent would be a mentholated aftershave that numbs all irritation but may not necessarily tone the skin.
For balms I assume this is the same anyone correct me if I'm wrong.
After all, one may adopt Fernando's philosophy that it is better to look good than to feel good.
Chris
Nothing complicated, it's just a superficial abrasion, where the razor has scraped off the top layers of the epidermis, leaving behind the lower, more tender layers.mantic wrote:Care to weigh in on the physiological process of razor burn that I can quote (or at least paraphrase) in the article?drmoss_ca wrote:The only thing likely to work faster than time is hydrocortisone cream, but one ought not to be using it unless necessary and as you noted, prevention is better than cure.
C.
When I have caused myself to sustain superficial abrasions (razor burn) I have used the hydrocortisone creams and/or any of the other good quality face and body lotions on the market to assist in the healing process. It helps to lay off shaving for whatever period of time it takes for the skin to heal itself. Regarding the actual cure, if someone is repeatedly damaging their skin every time they shave, it's time for a careful re-evaluation of their shaving technique and the tools they are using.drmoss_ca wrote:Nothing complicated, it's just a superficial abrasion, where the razor has scraped off the top layers of the epidermis, leaving behind the lower, more tender layers.mantic wrote:Care to weigh in on the physiological process of razor burn that I can quote (or at least paraphrase) in the article?drmoss_ca wrote:The only thing likely to work faster than time is hydrocortisone cream, but one ought not to be using it unless necessary and as you noted, prevention is better than cure.
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I agree with that Mark, as well as people using razors far more aggressive than what they need and/or in pursuit of the mythical BBS shave. Too many people are easily influenced by the tsunami of BS & "oneupmanship" on several wet shaving forums. Treat the cause & not the effect.mantic wrote:...(Yes, I know that the best way to fix razor burn is to avoid it in the first place with proper prep/lather/technique)