Opinion
23 August, 2023
Tips for shaving and skincare
TAFE Queensland senior hairdressing and barbering teacher Trish Nielsen has some easy tips for men to master their shave and nail well-groomed facial hair.
“In between barbering appointments, men need to groom and maintain their facial hair regularly to keep their clean-shaven, beard or moustache game in top shape,” she said.
“To avoid damaging your skin, it’s essential to shave properly.
“Use hot water and apply a non-foaming shaving cream using a shaving brush.
“It’s also important that you invest in a quality blade or razor. Gently pull your skin taut and shave with the grain of your hair.
“Lightly dab your skin dry with a soft towel and finish with a moisturiser or post-shave balm.
“When it comes to trimming, the first step is to comb or brush your facial hair. An electric trimmer can help you create a quick, even length all over or you can use a pair of beard or moustache scissors. For men who have a full beard, make sure you use a men’s facial scrub once a week. This routine will remove itchy, dead skin cells and help prevent ingrown hairs.
“I also recommend that you use a quality beard oil when your hair starts to feel dry and stiff.
“Massage the oil into your facial hair and it will act as a conditioner. Not only will the oil make your beard softer, but it will leave it smelling amazing.
“Finally, men need to apply sunscreen. Facial hair is no substitute for a quality SPF product to protect your face from sun damage.
“It’s important to apply sunscreen regardless of whether you are spending the entire or just part of your day outdoors.”
The Cairns campus includes a modern, purpose-built salon to give hairdressing students an opportunity to put theory into practice and gain practical skills in a real-world environment. The fully-operational salons are set up like a real life hairdressing salon with reception desks, hair washing basins, work stations, mirrors and trolleys.
