We have received several questions regarding the shaving and hair removal for the black man. Here is what we suggest. The hair on many black men seems to be dry, coarse and very curly. The hairs also seem to sit very close to the skin. These factors contribute to one of the most annoying problems in hair removal - ingrown hairs, bumps and chafing.

After careful review of similar hair removal products there is one product that we highly recommend. This complete system includes two tools that provide the user with a very close shave and causes the least amount of ingrowns and skin irritation. The first tool -the trimmer - a dry shaver- carefully lifts the hairs (without pulling) and gently trims close to the skin. The second tool - the finisher - smooths away the stubble. This works especially well for black men because it works well to pick up the curly hair.

Ingrown hairs tend be more problematic for the black man because razors pull the hair too high above the skin and then after the razor cuts, the tip of the follicle curls back beneath the skin causing ingrowns. The razor can also be rough and damaging to the top layer of skin. The EZ-HairRemoval system, mentioned above, is more gentle on the skin and still provides a superior smoothness.

It is crucial for anyone with dry skin and curly hair to use a high quality moisturizer. It is important to moisturize daily, BUT not within a few hours of using this shaving system. This system is to be used on dry skin, so if there is newly laid lotion the tolls will clog up. Before this hair removal process, it is wise to soften the hair with a shower or warm washcloth. After shaving it is recommended to wash thoroughly and moisturize.

For more info about this removal system - www.EZ-HairRemoval.com

This question was recently posed to us - "What is your opinion about Laser Hair Removal and would you be hesitant about going to a place like "Ideal Image"?  I had a consultation and was wanting to get my back chest and abdomen done.  It is much pricier than I thought. Is it truly permanent?"

Laser hair removal is not always permanent and the effectiveness of laser hair removal depends on many factors. These factors include skin pigment, skin type and hair type (thickness & density). Laser often takes several sessions in order to remove all the hair folicles in the area.

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    We have received many questions about the differences between the EZ-Hair Removal System & Kit and the Norelco Body Groomer. Well, we have done our research and this is what we found. The Bodygroomer is a nice piece of equipment. Upon openning this tool you will find mostly just the tool. It is a fine tool that removes much of the hair needed. It does have different levels of trimming which is useful for some men that simpy want to trim hair.

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