For a wet shave:

A manual, hand-held razor

A shaving potion (cream, gel, or lotion)

A mild, non-drying soap

Some body lotion, oil- and alcohol-free

A terry wash cloth

Optional but advisable:

A styptic pencil

Some aloe vera spray, 99% pure

For a dry shave:

An electric razor: a traditional shaver or rotating coil system

A bit of corn starch or mild powder (suitable for babies)

alcohol-free skin toner

An exfoliating lotion or scrub

Some body lotion, oil- and alcohol-free

Optional but adviseable:

Some aloe vera spray, 99% pure

10 minutes prep (no kidding!)

at least 5 minutes to shave

5-10 minutes aftercare

2torial #0655: Learn2 Shave Your Legs What your big sister never told you (because she probably never knew)... There are people out there immune to irritating soaps, bad blades and a brutal technique, but chances are you're not one of them. Most shaving damage results from improper products and lack of preparation. Learn what to use, how to use it and when. After you've mastered the perfect shave, you may be able to get away with a shortcut or two.   Read the "Tips" and "Keywords" sections. There you'll find information about razors and blades, explanations, alternatives to traditional skin products and more. Next, gather your materials. Assemble them at your shaving site so you can reach them easily. Finally, optimize your equipment: insert a new blade in your manual razor, clean the heads in your electric. Regarding manual razors, choose whatever you like but consider that: A pivoting head can help negotiate small bony places A single blade razor is less irritating than a double-bladed one. A razor designed for women is often smaller and lighter than men's razors. In all cases, follow the manufacturer's suggestions. Step 1