Living Magazine doTERRA Spring 2017 | Page 21

LIVE THE SMOOTH LIFE Use Quality Razor Wet Your Beard Thoroughly Always use a good quality, sharp razor blade. A dull blade is harmful to the skin and is an underlying factor to razor burn and shaving rash. Make sure your razor is up to date. When shaving, always make sure to shave with the grain. Start with the sides, then the mustache area, and last the chin. The chin hairs are the toughest, so this allows them the most time to soften under the shaving cream. Rinse your blade under hot water before you begin to shave and after every few passes. Hair absorbs water, especially warm water. After several minutes your hair becomes weaker, which is better for shaving. Showering before shaving is the best way to ensure your beard is properly moistened. This will also help your razor blade last longer. If a shower is not possible, rinse your face, then apply a warm moistened towel for at least a couple of minutes. Use Shaving Cream The main purpose of shaving cream is to lubricate your face so that the razor will glide easily and smoothly. The best scenario is to leave the shaving cream on your face for at least a minute before you begin cutting, so that the beard is as soft as possible. We recommend using a shaving brush, because it helps create a rich, creamy lather with the shaving cream that stays close to the skin. It also exfoliates, which reduces the chance of blemishes and razor bumps. Apply the shaving cream in a circular motion ending in an upward stroke to help lift the hair up and away from the face. Shaving Cream Ingredients: ⅓ cup shea butter ⅓ cup coconut oil ¼ cup Fractionated Coconut Oil 5 drops Sandalwood essential oil 5 drops Peppermint essential oil 5 drops Melaleuca essential oil Directions: 1. Place all ingredients except for essential oils in double boiler. 2. Once melted, remove from heat and let sit 3 minutes. 3. Add essential oils and stir until combined. 4. Let shaving cream rest until hard. Tip: Put it in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process. 5. Using mixer, whip shaving cream until light and fluffy. 6. Place in container of choice. Dry and Soothe After Shaving Once finished, when the skin is most vulnerable, rinse the face with warm water and apply HD Clear ® to cleanse the pores. After, pat dry with a clean towel. Make sure not to rub, just pat. Finish Off with Aftershave Lotion Due to the irritating nature of shaving, it is important to always follow up with an aftershave lotion. The ingredients in Razor Relief Serum are great for most skin types. It is important to find an aftershave that works with you. Experiment with dōTERRA essential oils to find your own serum. Razor Relief Serum Ingredients: ½ cup Fractionated Coconut Oil ¼ cup rosewater (can be purchased at health food stores) 5 drops Fr ankincense essential oil 5 drops Lavender essential oil 5 drops Melaleuca essential oil 5 drops Helichrysum essential oil 5 drops Myrrh essential oil Directions: 1. Place Fractionated Coconut Oil and rosewater in glass spray or pump bottle. 2. Add essential oils and shake. 3. To use, spray directly on skin or place 2-3 pumps in doterra.com / 21 palms and rub on affected skin.