What are guys supposed to shave?

As the pandemic has forced us to stay inside for days, months or maybe even years, many people have been left wondering what they are supposed to shave during these testing times. With a world locked up inside their homes and nowhere else to go – well, apart from just walking around the house aimlessly – people ponder on whether shaving is still important or not.

Among all this uncertainty lies one question that keeps coming back like a boomerang: What are guys supposed to shave exactly? Don’t worry if you haven’t shaved in weeks and your face and body hair look like Chewbacca from Star Wars; we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about men’s grooming tips below!

The Beard

The classic ‘I’m trying really hard but I don’t want anyone thinking I am’ beard has become quite popular over recent years. However, some argue it shouldn’t extend beyond an inch as things could get out of hand pretty quickly.

Pro tip: Maintain that scruffy vibe by trimming regularly- unless looking homeless is #GOALS for ya.

Chest Hair

Men often wonder if having chest hair makes them more masculine or rather a Yara Greyjoy (for those GOT fans!) wannabe attempting awful cosplays! We can all agree having chest hair can make any romantic moment awkward — especially when it gets tangled up in her necklace while hugging. There isn’t necessarily a solid answer here so why not just trim it down?

Here’s how:

  1. Grab yourself an electric razor.
  2. Set the depth guard between 3mm-5mm depending on personal preference
  3. Trim away until satisfied!
  4. Make sure no one walks into your room mid-process because “oopsie!” twas never ever sexy!

Pro tip: Mental preparation beforehand is key!!!!!!!

Armpits

The idea of having armpit hair or shaving is a personal preference. However, keep in mind that crop tops were pretty big in the 90s but, only for women! If you’re going to be sporting that tank top then it’s best to consider getting rid of those hedges (not too many people appreciate pitscapes!)

Pro tip: Invest in some underarm whitening cream- “presenting YELLOW pit-hair” at pool parties wasn’t ever sexy nor cool!

Private Parts

Let’s face it; we all knew this topic was coming and no one wants to raise their hand first…” Hell No!” But guess what guys – there are zero reasons why men shouldn’t take care down below.

Here’s how:

  1. Trim overgrown hairs with an electric shaver slowly
  2. Make sure NOT to use old razors/smooth blades because… OUCH!
  3. Trim regularly.

Pro tip: For “full-on bald eagles” enthusiasts, waxing or using depilatory creams could do wonders.

Back Hair

Back hair can be described as the bane of any man’s existence! Who wouldn’t feel like they have turned into hunchback Quasimodo?! Wax those bad boys away or purchase yourself a handy dandy back trimmer – which has been put on this planet specifically for this purpose!

Pro tip: A long-handled mirror would come handy; otherwise hit up your partner for help because I’m sure body positioning matters here!!!

Legs & Feet

Men might not talk about leg maintenance often enough as much as women do. When summertime rolls around, however, looking like Chewie from toe-to-ankle isn’t ideal! This doesn’t necessarily mean shaving completely; instead simply trimming will suffice.

How to do so?

  1. Start off by prepping hairy areas with a warm towel to open up pores/follicles
  2. Lather on some shaving gel
  3. Shave away! (caution again for sensitive areas)

Pro tip: Let’s not forget about feet hygiene as well; foot fungus is very much still alive and thriving – daily washing IS important!

Eyebrows

How many times have you seen a gal look at guys twice because of perfectly groomed eyebrows? Besides not looking like Frida Kahlo, brows can make or break the whole “attractive” vibe.

This procedure:

  1. Pluck those stray hairs around your brows
  2. Use an eyebrow comb or better yet purchase yourself one of those fancy schmancy eyebrow trimmers.(we all know there are men’s grooming kits out in the world!!!! Congrats 21st century!)

Pro tip: Please, please do not shave your eyebrows off just because it requires less effort– It’ll be considered funny once and NOT before!!

Nose Hair

Nose hair: The silent enemy that everyone pretends doesn’t exist even though they are making snorting sounds through blocked nostrils! Males have been conditioned to struggle silently until this revelation comes long overdue – trimming nose hair should now be part of men’s grooming 101!

How?

  1. Invest in a good quality nose trimmer.
  2. Go easy on the nasal ‘cavity-scape’- yanking out random hairs recklessly tends to hurt quite badly!!!!
  3. Trim regularly.

Pro tip: Little baby steps matter here!!! Even if you don’t remove ALL unwanted excess right away- Do remember TREAT YOUR NOSE WITH CARE AND RESPECT!!!!

Neckbeard

Neckbeards may sound cool but trust us when we say this -It really isn’t! If anything-take note from Jared Leto who got rid of his locks and facial hair once he snagged that Oscar (and a Gucci campaign)

Here’s how:

  1. Invest in either an electric shaver or a razor blade, either works
  2. Shave gently from the base of your neck all the way up to below your lower jaw.

Pro tip: Neck beard grooming isn’t rocket science – Razor burns hurt! Go slow and “baby” each stroke!

Electric or Traditional?

Believe it or not, one cannot simply just choose any random shaver before shaving away!! The choice between an electric razor and more traditional blades is generally decided on by personal preference, but here are some key factors for you to keep in mind:

  • Electric- quicker cuts with less irritation; few extra bucks invested means fewer skin issues
  • Traditional-blades give cleaner cuts/back-to-roots methods

Try both out & decide accordingly!

After-care 101

Last but certainly not least comes aftercare – this step can easily be overlooked when we rush off underestimating its importance/just neglect as we don’t care enough anymore, running late etc… It’s worth taking note though that using after-shave lotion will help soothe any burns/bumps while moisturizing lotions aid ‘sore-baby-skin’-be gentle/kind!!

And there you have it folks-the ultimate guide outlining what guys should shave/off limits while also cautioning on every potential danger along the hairy road~keeping safe and sexy has never been so important-so read well inform yourself thoroughly!!! Stay fresh amidst these crazy times people!!!!

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