Have you ever noticed that the shaved parts of your face are slightly darker than the rest?
Well, if you have, here's why...
The aggressive nature of shaving, whether it's with a razor or an electric shaver, can cause skin discoloration. The rubbing or scraping action of the blades can cause minor cuts to the skin, causing "hyperpigmentation", which is the skin's way of replacing color to the damaged area.
So, how do you avoid unnecessary darkening of these shaved areas?
Prep well...
We've all popped a pimple, right? Sometimes there's even a reminder a day later of where you did it. You see it, that red or discolored spot on your skin. I see a lot of clients who have scarring from teenage acne. A few have even admitted to using their wife's or girlfriend's concealer! A lot of times I hear, "There is nothing you can do about it." Trust me - there is ALWAYS something you can do about it.
One way is to pay a visit to an esthetician (a person who specializes in the beautification...