article_snippet: Washing the face before a shave increases the surface area the blades can cut through
article_snippet: Dr Kristina Vanoosthuyze recommends showering before shaving - and not the other way round .
article_snippet: As a result it makes more sense to shower before shaving and not the other way round. '
article_snippet: So, men should wash the face and neck with a mild cleanser before the shave.
article_snippet: Or at least take a shower before the shave and not the other way around. '
article_snippet: At the end of the shave, just rinse the razor thoroughly with water and shake off excess water before storing,' Dr Vanoosthuyze.
article_snippet: And after the shave, Dr Vanoosthuyze recommends using a moisturising lotion. '
highlights_snippet: Dr Kristina Vanoosthuyze recommends people shower before a shave, and use light strokes .
  