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shaving..
i dont know if this in the right catagory but oh-well
I shave every other shower and after i shave my legs are really itchy. is that normal?
thanks
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Do you shave dry? Make sure you use shaving cream, or in the shower make them soapy. Put skin lotion on your legs after you shave them, or if you shave them in the shower, then put the lotion on afterwards.I always put lotion on my legs even if i dry shave, and it never itches. Hope I helped!
~Brina~
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you might want to get moisturizing soap or shaving cream.
~Maegan~
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yes its normal i dont know what everyone else is talking about. lasers in your skin? if you were going for funny with that comment, it didnt go over too well. and DONT rub salt and vinegar on your legs your not a freakin chip, plus it would smell and it would really sting.
your legs are itchy because they are dry, thats all. your not dying and you dont have some skin condition, all you need to do is just get some nice moisturizing lotion and put that on after your shower. i personally like palmers cocoa butter it works really well and makes your skin nice and soft.
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Actually, I don't think that's normal. Maybe you're allergic to your shaving cream? Or if your razor has a lubricant strip, you're allergic to that? I don't know. Try switching shaving creams. If you don't use a shaving cream at all, that could be why. If you don't use a shaving cream when you shave, your legs are dry and will be itchy. Some people use soap (lathered up) to shave, and you can do that, but it's not as effective as shaving cream.
Or, perhaps, you're shaving too often? Shaving that frequently is bound to dry out your legs. I only shave once a week, but I don't have to wear a uniform or shorts / capris to school. Be sure to moisturize your legs (either a moisturizing cream or 'normal' lotion) after you shave. Make sure your legs are completely dry though, because if you don't, the moisturizer can trap water in your open pores, making your legs dry and itchy. Use a sharp razor, too. Dull razors don't shave as well and can cause irritation.
-FunnyCide
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Yes. Pulling a razor across your legs 3-4 times a week is bound to make them irritated. Are you using a good shaving cream and sharp razor? Do you moisturize your legs every day? These things can make a big difference. Also when you put on lotion, make sure your legs are completely dry. Moisturizing wet legs will trap water inside your pores and actually dry out your skin - making them itchy. Otherwise if you still can't take the itching, shave less often. I only shave twice a week.
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