Serious question, dealing with thick neck hair that grows in multiple directions

I used to get tugging and uneven cuts on thick neck hair. Now I go against the grain in small sections, and it's much smoother! What do you all do?

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3 Comments

robertk231mo ago

Have you tried a really solid pre shave routine to soften things up first? I found washing my neck with hot water and using a good gel or oil makes a HUGE difference before I even touch the razor. That prep work lets your against the grain method work even better because the hair is way more manageable. Using a fresh, sharp blade is non-negotiable too, it just glides through. It totally turns the whole shave around and cuts down on the irritation and bumps.

uma_thompson721mo ago

Cold water works better (no kidding) for sensitive skin.

robinc251mo ago

Honestly, I'm shocked you say a sharp blade is non-negotiable. Tbh, I've used kinda dull blades before and still got through a shave without major issues. Ngl, for thick neck hair, I feel like the shaving direction and taking small sections matter way more. I always go with the grain first to trim it down, then against it carefully like the op said. Calling a fresh blade non-negotiable seems over the top to me, because good prep can make even an okay blade work fine. My skin is less irritated when I focus on my routine, not just the blade sharpness.