Why do guys’ products have to be just for guys? They don’t! I use dude products all the time and honestly, sometimes they work a lot better. In fact, I use Old Spice deodorant which lasts longer and is cheaper than the Dove I used to buy. So when Schick wanted to send me their Hydro 5 Blast Razor and shave gel, I didn’t think twice. Sometimes what’s in your dude’s dopp kit will surprise you.

Five blades seems like a lot, but my legs have never been smoother. And using the razor with the Hydro shave gel made a huge difference. These products add a lot of hydration (hence the name) because it’s formulated for a guy’s face. This really benefits our legs and whatever other parts you’re shaving. After shaving my legs, I didn’t feel like I needed to dump a whole bottle of lotion on them.

You can get this razor with two razor cartridges for between $7.99 and $8.99, depending on where you buy, and the gel for only $3.99. And refill razor packs are around ten dollars! It’s not significant savings, but you will save some money if you compare it with your typical lady razors. You can also purchase their back-to-school pack which comes with a razor, six blade cartridges, travel case, and a mini shave cream for $20 but retail for only $9.99 at Walmart! That’s a fantastic deal, so I’d head on over to your closest Walmart before they sell out.

On my face: Painted Earth concealer, Painted Earth Baked Mineral Foundation in Simply Beige, LUSH It Started With A Kiss Lip Tint as blush

On my nails: OPI You Don’t Know Jacques and Gift of Gold

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So I realize it is mid-August, and that means that it’s taken me pretty much all summer to get my bikini shaving to a level of perfection. As someone with sensitive skin, I am often prone to razor burn and the dreaded ingrown hairs. If you have ever had an ingrown hair you know that they are painful, unattractive, and pretty tricky to get rid of. But even with these risks we ladies have to keep a clean-cut bikini line!

Luckily, I have (finally) figured out exactly which products will prevent these problems, and what to do if you do have to deal with evil ingrown hairs. Yes, ladies, there is a solution. Now, stay with me:

- You should always shave your bikini line last in the shower when skin is softest. And don’t lather on the same shaving gel you use on your legs; use this gel from BikiniZone instead. It moisturizes skin as it sits there and is clear so you can see what you’re doing. At only $4.99, this gel is a necessity and I have found it to be proven to prevent unwanted bumps.

- When it’s time to actually begin the shaving process, you want to switch up your razor, too. The Noxzema mini bikini razor is made just for this area – small and delicate – so it’s much better suited to the job than whatever you’re using on those legs. It also comes in a three-pack, which makes it much easier to grab a new one often. And you should! It is important to keep the razor sharp and prevent buildup; a dull, used blade will create more problems down there than a new one. Read More »