Step 2: Keep Your Shower Brief (Not Too Long!)
Enjoy a pleasant shower before you begin shaving. The warm water softens your skin and causes it to swell slightly, making shaving easier and more comfortable. However, avoid staying in the hot shower for too long. After about three minutes, your skin is in the ideal condition for shaving. If you shower for more than five minutes or use water that is too hot, your skin can swell excessively, making shaving more difficult and potentially causing hair to grow back faster.
