Your skin is chafed, red and irritated after shaving is done? There are manynatural ways to relieve the burn that do not involve expensive face creams after aftershave lotions.

• Aloe Vera - Snap off the tip of a branch of Aloe Vera plant, squeeze out some of the clear liquid and apply directly to the skin or use a commercial skin product that contains 100% pure Aloe Vera gel.
• Avocado - Apply the topical fruit directly to the skin for razor-burn relief.
• Cucumbers - Apply a slice directly to the burn. OR peel a cucumber and avocado (if you want) , throw it into the blender and apply the puree to the area..
• Calendula Cream - Rub some cream on the affected area.

Still, prevention is better than cure. Here are some of the tips that prevent you to undergone painful experience.

1. Change your razor blade after 3 or 4 times uses. If a razor's edge is slightly dulled, you have to press hard and that will cause more irritation on the skin.
2. Some studies show that by alternating between the use of a regular razor and a electric shaver can reduce the razor burn. Use one for a month and use the other in another month.
3. Wet your skin and hair when you are shaving with a blade. Whereas, an electric shaver is applied when your skin and hair is dry.
4. Select the right shaving cream - ideally use one with Aloe Vera as one of the ingredient.
5. Shave with your hair growth, not against it. This way will reduce skin irritation. In another words, shaving down your legs or face is the right way to go.
6. Avoid aftershave, use witch hazel instead - Aftershave contains lots of alcohol and that makes the chafing worse. Whereas witch hazel will leaves your skin softer and soothed.

Try it and your suffering will be reduced. :)