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on Aug 13 2025

Why you should exfoliate the day before — not just before — shaving.

Okay, let’s be real — shaving isn’t exactly the most glamorous part of anyone’s routine. But if you’ve ever dealt with razor bumps, irritation, or that weird “did I even shave?” feeling the next day, we need to talk about one little step that changes everything:

Exfoliating. But — and this is important — not right before you shave. The day before.

Most of us exfoliate while shaving, thinking it's all part of the same self-care moment. Turns out, that’s not the vibe. Exfoliating right before you shave can actually leave your skin too sensitive, especially if you're using physical scrubs (you know, the gritty kind). The result? Hello, redness and irritation.

So why exfoliate the day before?

Because it clears away dead skin cells and helps lift any trapped hairs, which means you get a closer, smoother shave the next day. Plus, your razor glides better, and you're way less likely to get ingrowns. It’s like giving your skin a little prep talk before the main event.

This is especially true for delicate areas like your underarms, legs, and bikini line — places where your skin is more sensitive and deserves extra care.

Here’s the easy plan:

Day before shave day: Exfoliate gently with a gentle scrub, dry brush, or chemical exfoliant (like a mild AHA/BHA if you’re fancy). Follow with moisturiser. Your skin will be smooth, calm, and ready.

Shave day: Use a sharp razor and a rich creamy, hydrating shave product, like our Shave Whip. Shave with the grain first, and only go against it if needed. Moisturise again after.

Trust us — once you start exfoliating before instead of during, your legs will feel smoother, stay that way longer, and look way less irritated. Game. Changer.

So next time you’re planning your self-care routine, just bump exfoliation up by a day. Your skin will thank you (and so will your razor).