Trimming Chest Hair
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So, you’re thinking about trimming off your fuzzy chest and stomach hair.
Men have various motives for removing body hair. It might be for fresh cleanliness, to stay cool in the hot summer months, or to show off your muscularity and “strut your stuff” on an upcoming holiday.
But I’m guessing you want to remove body hair to look more attractive, for enhanced sex appeal.
Well, the good news for you is that the majority of women find a hairless man more attractive than their gorilla-like counterpart.
A study – “Men’s body depilation: an exploratory study of United States college students’ preferences, attitudes, and practices.” – looked into hairy vs hairless for attractiveness.
In the study, a group of men and women were shown 6 pictures of a topless male body. Each picture had a different level of body hair, and participants were asked to choose which body they perceived to be most sexually attractive to them.
Results are in, and they’re not surprising.
74.1% of Women found the hairless, or near hairless body, more sexually attractive. And, 81.3% of men also choose a hairless body as more pleasing on the eye.
The more hair on the torso, the less pictures were chosen – conclusive proof that getting rid of body hair is going to improve your appearance, from the view of both men and women.
Of course, there’s always going be a minority of people that prefer body hair, but they’re rare.
Unlike our extinct primate ancestor – Australopithecus (meaning, Southern Ape) – we don’t need a thick shroud of body hair covering our chest, stomach, back, and arms to keep us warm. I’m sure evolution will catch up and do away with all unnecessary body hair, eventually. Until that time comes, modern man will need to use grooming tools.
According to the study I mentioned before, researchers discovered that the most common tools for manscaping were as follows:
Now, this is interesting, because this tells me that most guys don’t know how to trim their chest and stomach hair properly, or they’re skimping out on investing in the right tools.
I’m going to break each of these methods down and give my opinion on each grooming tool, and give my take on which ones are best for manscaping the torso.
Scissors are not a good choice here, you won’t get an even or close finish, and it’ll take ages to complete.
Electric shavers are designed to shave down stubble for a close, smooth shave of the face. However, they’re not good for tackling long, thick chest hairs (unless they have a clipper/trimmer attachment). I’d imagine that guys who use an electric shaver on their face are simply using the same shaver for their body hair.
Again, an electric shaver is not an efficient tool for manscaping. It is only good for finishing the job off after trimming, for a smooth finish.
Don’t even think about taking a disposable cartridge or safety razor to your chest and stomach hair, it won’t work well. It’ll be like trying to cut grass with a butter knife. The hairs will clump in mass, blocking the blades, and rendering the razor useless.
Of course, you could rinse the hairs off the blades after every short stroke, but you’d be there for hours trying to shave your upper body, and the blades will blunt quickly.
In the study, body hair trimmers were used 47% of the time – which is good – as this is the best tool for male abdomen and chest hair removal. They are specially designed for this very purpose. Some will come with extensions for back hair removal and attachments to control cutting lengths.
It’s surprising to see that scissors and regular cartridge razors are a more commonly used tool than actual body hair trimmers as a method for removing body hair.
Again, maybe guys are just cutting corners (10/10 for that pun) and not willing to buy the right tools, or maybe they’re just not educated on the best methods – lets fix that!
Hair clippers are a great tool for removing body hair, particularly if you have a lot to trim off.
If you’ve got long, dense chest and belly hair, you’ll need a good pair of hair clippers to strip down the bulk of the hair. The metal rake and cutting teeth will sheer straight through dense hair growth, making this an ideal tool.
Who are the 24% of guys plucking their chest and stomach hairs?
I’m not sure if they’re plucking hairs individually, with an epilator machine, or via waxing. I hope, they’re talking about waxing, because that’s the only “plucking” method you’d ever entertain on removing men’s body hair.
Now, I only recommend you as a candidate for waxing if your chest and stomach hairs are fine and not covering a large surface area, otherwise it’s going to be messy and painful.
Sure, waxing is going to last the longest before regrowth needs attended to. You’re looking at around 4 weeks between sessions, where as trimming might need done weekly. I’d always opt for the quick trim every week or two over an aggressive waxing.
Hair removal creams are also an option if you don’t like trimmers. No, depilatory creams aren’t just for girls – there are formulas for men’s hair and skin types, too.
Use a body hair trimmer or a set of hair clippers to remove chest and stomach hair. Hair clippers will easily cut your hair down to about 0.5mm in length, which means there will be some short stubble left over.
I often use hair clippers and don’t mind a little stubble, it’s hardly noticeable. If you want to take it a step further, jump in the shower and wet shave the remaining stubble away with a disposable razor or electric shaver for the smoothest finish possible.
Good body trimmers and groomers will have a cutting element for long hair and a shaver to finish close. Body hair trimmers offer the most efficient and complete option for overall hair removal.
I usually use just clippers on body hair, and don’t shave down any closer because for me, shaving close to the skin causes razor burn, ingrown hairs, and red itching spots.
That’s not to say this will happen to you, trim down first with clippers, then shave. I find that you’re getting red spots and irritating ingrown hairs then skip the close shave next time, and leave the hairs at the trimmer 0.5mm.
Start with the Chest and work your way down to your stomach – stopping just above the pubic region. It’s important that you don’t just pick a random spot on your body to trim then move somewhere else, be strategic about you trimming or you’ll end up missing areas.
Body hair removal should cover more than just your chest and stomach hair. You’ll want to trim down your armpit hair slightly with a long guard comb to neaten things up.
Remove any hair from your upper arms, shoulders, and back. Consider trimming down your forearm hair using a 10mm guard comb.
You don’t want abrupt or bold lines where your body is clean shaven and joins other hair growth.
For example, can you imagine shaving off all of your chest hair and leaving your hairy belly untouched?
Or how about you shave all of your chest and back hair off and leave bushy hair all over your shoulders.
That would look pretty ridiculous, right?
What I like to do is trim off my chest hair first, working my way from the neck down (take care around the nipple, the clipper can cut skin if you’re not careful).
Then I’ll trim all of my stomach hairs, stopping at my pubic hair.
Next, shoulders, upper arms and back get trimmed completely.
Finally, I’ll use a 10mm guard comb and trim down some of my pubic hair and forearm hair, this means that the areas where hair remains are thinned down, leaving my upper body almost, but not entirely hairless, to maintain some masculine features.
Always trim against the grain of hair growth, this allows the hairs to slide into the clipper or trimmer teeth for even cutting.
So there you have it, a scientific reason you should shave your chest and stomach hair. Complete with the recommended tools and direction you need to look and feel more attractive.
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Posted on Published: June 12, 2019 By: Author Dilshan
How to trim chest hair without the itching is a question that has plagued many a manscaper for years.
Many set forth on the noble pursuit of lifelong bare-chestedness. But unfortunately, there are those who admit defeat after only a few battles due to the inevitable, insufferable itch.
The prickly hairs, the chafing – it’s all just unnecessary and oh so distracting.
I was one very nearly one of those men. But after a period of dedicated study, I was able to devise a plan of attack that would allow even the hairiest of chests to be tackled without fear of the itch.
If it can work for me, it can work for you.
Let me share it with you in a nutshell first, then we’ll dig a little deeper into each aspect. So how do you shave or trim your chest hair without causing itching?
Take a warm shower with no harsh gels or soaps, use a nice new razor with a sensitive shaving gel and take time to ensure the correct technique. Use a gentle anti-inflammatory gel to finish off. If you’re reading this too late and the itching is very much in progress, try a soothing toner, a botanical moisturizer, warm compresses, loose clothing and letting it heal before having at it again.
By the way, click here to find out my most recommended chest hair grooming tools of the year.
Just before we dive headfirst into a sea of the juiciest chest grooming tips you could ever believe, it’s a good idea to take a moment to learn the why.
When a razor blade cuts hair on your chest, it doesn’t actually remove the entire hair.
The hair follicle (from which the hair arises) remains intact under the skin, and what you’ve done is simply cut the hair close to the surface.
Think of a lawnmower cutting grass. It isn’t going into the soil and pulling out roots – it’s simply cutting visible part of the grass close to the ground to make it look more presentable.
Now, the shorter you cut the hair, generally the more likely it is for the skin to become irritated and itchy. This is why shaving generally causes more irritation than trimming.
Also, the blades of a trimmer can pull the hair follicle in different directions and cause hairs to grow in ways it shouldn’t, causing ingrown hairs and more irritation.
This irritation can appear as a sore, red rash called “razor burn”. In more severe cases the inflammation can cause little bumps called “razor bumps” which usually require medical attention.
If all this is sounding like a horror story you’d rather not tune in to, let me give you some tips and tricks to both prevent and stop itching due to shaving or trimming your chest hair.
Two days before the big day, rub a gentle, exfoliating body scrub over your chest.
If this all seems like overkill just hear me out.
To exfoliate is to unclog the skin pores. To remove the gunk – the dead skin cells, the oil, the dirt.
All this stuff is most likely matting down the chest hair where you can’t even see it and will obstruct the blade’s path. This increased friction will lead to irritation and itchiness.
Exfoliating will also reduce the likelihood of those hairs not re-growing into the skin and causing ingrown hairs.
Doing it a day before the big day will give the chest skin enough time to recover, as exfoliating can make skin dry and irritated as well. That’s why it’s so important to moisturize immediately after exfoliating as well.
Here’s an example on Amazon. It’s a gentle, exfoliating body scrub.
Or even better a warm bath. Yes guys, pamper yourselves. Make an event of it. The warmth of the water will soften and relax the skin, as well as open the pores.
It will also soften the hairs making them easier to cut and with less friction and therefore less irritation.
Use a gentle body wash with soothing botanical ingredients such as aloe vera or richly moisturizing ones like shea butter. Just avoid anything with fragrance, parabens, and alcohol because they’re irritating and drying.
Doing these things should set the stage and reduce the likelihood of potential inflammation of the follicles, ingrown hairs, itching and razor burn.
This one is essential. Especially if you are shaving as opposed to trimming and the blade is coming into close contact with the skin, you want to make sure that the blade is clean. Even better, new.
Let’s put it this way. That blade has seen things. It’s done things you and I can’t even imagine. Yes, it cuts hair, but it also inadvertently scrapes dead skin cells, oil, dirt and shaving foam.
This appetizing mix is a breeding ground for bacteria, and it’s not something you want around a sensitive, freshly shaven or trimmed chest.
In addition, fresh blades can cut wet hair with less friction and makes irritation even less likely.
Dull and blunt blades also increase the risk of ingrown hairs. Nightmare.
I tend to stick with large names such as the Gillette Fusion 5 due to it’s proven track record and durability. Plus they tend to last longer and provide better value for money.
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Using a shaving gel or cream enriched with soothing ingredients such as chamomile or witch hazel and is (once again) fragrance-free should ensure that you’re giving your skin enough TLC before you do the deed.
But please do use a shaving gel. Shaving dry or shaving without enough lubrication is a recipe for disaster as the friction from the blade will cause needless inflammation of the skin.
Do remember to regularly top up the gel during the shaving process if you feel like it’s running dry. Yes, it’s important not to waste, but in these circumstances, you need to make sure that you’re lathering yourself up to a more than adequate extent.
This one on Amazon is great because it contains aloe vera, coconut, and lime. So it moisturizes thoroughly and it also smells incredible.
Rushing through the shaving or trimming process is going to lead to carelessness. You need to make sure you set aside enough time for the entire process without having to hurry.
Taking it slow will reduce the likelihood of nicking or even cutting the skin, leading to more irritation, inflammation and potentially even infection.
It’ll also make sure you’re using the appropriate technique (which we’ll come on to in a minute) as well as using enough lubricating gel to avoid friction.
Rub up and down your chest and figure out in which direction you encounter resistance. That direction is against the grain (ATG) or in other words the opposite direction of the hair’s growth.
Shaving ATG increases the likelihood of irritation, nicks and cuts which are all things we are trying to avoid.
Having to bear this in mind at all times takes concentration and therefore time, which is why rushing through this is a no-no.
Having said this, shaving ATG can get you a closer shave, which is why a lot of men choose to ignore this and still do it. But please don’t. The subsequent irritation won’t be worth it.
Also remember, the closer the shave, the more itchy and irritated the skin will become.
Let’s go back to the lawnmower. Imagine mowing over the same small patch of grass 50 times. Eventually, those blades are going to do some lasting damage.
It isn’t necessary, my friend. A very significant percentage of blade strokes across your chest will be “re-strokes”.
The problem is, after the first stroke, you remove the gel and lubrication. The second stroke is essentially a blade gliding over very exposed and unlubricated skin.
Be aware of shaving or trimming over the same area over and over again. Also, just use gentle pressure. There’s no need to use brute force to extract a tiny little hair.
It’s over. As you lay your weapon (be it razor, trimmer or groomer) back down and you walk away from the battle site, you notice a prickly itch arise from your left peck.
What to do? Well, the skin is dry and inflamed – this itches. If you shaved your chest and you’ve now got stubble, those tiny little hairs are now pricking against your skin – this itches.
Well the first thing you could do is rest a warm, damp cloth over your chest and gently massage it. The warmth should help soften the skin and soothe irritation.
Also, you could use some aloe vera gel, like this one on Amazon. Aloe vera has been used in traditional medicine for millenia due to its possible healing properties.
It’s incredibly soothing to the skin and is most likely exactly what your chest needs after rubbing a blade across it numerous times.
The cooling effect of the aloe vera gel will also feel like you are rubbing paradise across your skin. All that friction will have generated some serious heat, and aloe just happens to be the king of cool.
It’s also hydrating and will inject some much-needed moisture into your skin.
The soreness will settle down with time. But in the meantime take some extra steps to make this post-trim period as pleasant and painless as possible.
By this point, your chest skin has gone through a lot. You’ve likely scratched, rubbed, pulled and plucked without even realizing it. Moisturising is a phenomenal way to counteract irritation or inflammation.
By providing moisture to the skin using a good occlusive moisturiser you’re actually strengthening the skin barrier and preventing loss of water. This keeps the skin happy, healthy and speeds up the recovery process.
Again, try to choose a moisturizer free of fragrance, parabens, and alcohol.
The feel of a tight T-shirt rubbing against a trimmed chest is a discomfort that could be avoided. As it comes into contact with dry and irritated skin it’s going to cause some seriously distracting itching and chafing.
Plus it’s essentially just causing more friction over an area of skin that’s seen plenty of that already.
Wearing loose, soft upper bodywear for a few days after the act will reduce the discomfort. It will give the skin space to breathe and heal.
The main point here is – don’t shave too often! Remember what I said about re-strokes? The same principle applies.
Doing this every few days or even weeks shouldn’t be necessary and what’s worse is that the irritation and dryness will almost become chronic because it’s not given any time to heal itself.
It’s therefore important not to rush into hair removal again until the itching subsides, any razor burn subsides and definitely until any bumps you may see subside.
When you finally do decide it’s time to get back at it, don’t forget to follow these 12 crucial tips again. If you follow them you’ll most likely not only notice a significant reduction in itch and discomfort, but you’ll also notice the end result is more aesthetically pleasing.
Looking after your skin is just as important as removing the hair on top to achieve a great looking result – something I’ve come to learn and am sharing with anyone that listens.
As mentioned, shaving cuts the hair very, very close to the skin, leaving stubble which can rub and cause itching.
With trimming, the hair isn’t usually cut that close to the skin and although this is great it still can cause discomfort and itching.
Waxing on the other hand actually pulls the hairs out from their roots, not only leading to longer-lasting results but also feels great because you don’t have the prickle of stubble or short hairs to contend with. It’s just nothin’ but smoothness. In addition, as the hairs are being pulled out by their roots there isn’t a risk of ingrown hairs which is awesome.
At the end of the day, it’s personal preference. Yes, waxing is overall less itchy than shaving or trimming the chest. However, it’s also less practical as you most likely need someone to do it for you – ideally a professional.
You’ll also need to get it done fairly frequently.
If you do go down this route, be sure to take the same post-procedure steps I outlined above. Products such as soothing botanical gel and occlusive moisturizers are still great to use as the skin is nonetheles
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