tammyw Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 My dd is almost 11 and wants to start shaving her legs. She takes ballet and the hair always pokes out of her tights. What is the best method for her to start? I used disposable razors growing up (still do) but in those beginning years, I sure sliced my legs up a good bit. I still occasionally nick my ankle. Would it be best to start her on disposables? Or should I consider an electric razor? And if so, any specific recommendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I'm going to be watching this thread. My dd (she's only 8!) has been asking to shave her legs. So far, I've put her off. But, she's a gymnast and she has VERY long and thick leg hair. I'm considering it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 We never used an electric razor. We used good disposables and lather up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 My DD uses a Panasonic wet dry razor. It doesn't get legs disposable razor smooth, but she doesn't care. It's just to get rid of the thick, dark hair that bothers her. This is what I bought: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0018A32XS/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 My ballerina dd didn't start shaving until 13 (relatively light and blond hair). We just went with disposable razors (she picked them out) and shaving gel. I like gel better than shaving cream and the shaving gel cans (Skintimate) don't leave rust rings. Definitely have some little bandaids around for those first few weeks! And my goodness does she go through the gel! Probably using a can at least twice as fast as I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 The nice disposable razors are much easier to control that the thin cheap ones. Look for ones like the Venus that have the large flat moisturizing head on them. They make it much easier to avoid the nasty shaving errors since they sit flatter against the skin and increase the sliding ability of the razor. Buy her some shaving gel too. DD likes the EOS brand, and I like that it is plastic and doesn't leave rust rings in the shower. I think that having a good moisturizing gel and large flat shaving head on the razor make a big difference to reduce nicks. Make sure to teach her how to get around the knee, ankle and shin. Some people shave their thighs, some don't, it just depends on the body hair type they have and personal preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted February 1, 2014 Author Share Posted February 1, 2014 My ballerina dd didn't start shaving until 13 (relatively light and blond hair). We just went with disposable razors (she picked them out) and shaving gel. I like gel better than shaving cream and the shaving gel cans (Skintimate) don't leave rust rings. Definitely have some little bandaids around for those first few weeks! And my goodness does she go through the gel! Probably using a can at least twice as fast as I do. Why in the world do some shaving gels / creams make bottles that leave rust marks. I HATE that!!!! You'd think they'd be smart enough not to do that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 DD and I use the Schick Intuition ones. They work well, and I don't remember the last time I had a nick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 A basic quality disposable razor and shave gel. If she has sensitive skin it might take a couple tries to find a shave gel that doesn't irritate. I agree with a previous poster that the schick intuitions work well, I had to discontinue using them because the solid on them irriated my skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpyTheFrog Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 DH keeps his razor blade in a container of mineral oil when not in use. He can get a disposable razor to last a month or more that way, sincd it keeps the blade sharper longer. I use conditioner to shave my legs, rather than shaving gel. It's one less thing to buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mergath Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 The nice disposable razors are much easier to control that the thin cheap ones. Look for ones like the Venus that have the large flat moisturizing head on them. They make it much easier to avoid the nasty shaving errors since they sit flatter against the skin and increase the sliding ability of the razor. Buy her some shaving gel too. DD likes the EOS brand, and I like that it is plastic and doesn't leave rust rings in the shower. I think that having a good moisturizing gel and large flat shaving head on the razor make a big difference to reduce nicks. Make sure to teach her how to get around the knee, ankle and shin. Some people shave their thighs, some don't, it just depends on the body hair type they have and personal preference. :iagree: And in places like Target, if you double up with a manufacturer's coupon and a store coupon, you can get a ten dollar package of nice disposable razors for two or three bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdrinca Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I've started using a "men's" razor, because it seems silly that we'd buy two different kinds of replacement heads for our razors. When I first started using it, I felt that it was more effective than the "women's" razors had been. Then, on vacation, I used one of those very cheap, entirely disposable, one blade razors. I cut my legs very badly. I'd really recommend getting one of the more substantial disposable razors, with the replacement heads. Amazon Subscribe and Save has great prices and then you never need to remember to reorder them :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 Another vote for Intuition! I don't think dd or I have gotten any cuts since we switched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ripley Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I only shave my legs a few times a year, so buying my own never made sense; I just always used my ex's razors. (Other than that I was the perfect wife, mind you :lol: :Angel_anim:.) They're GREAT. And I got my teenage sister started on them, and it's what I'll also use for my daughter when the time comes. She inherited her dad's gorilla gene, and will be shaving MUCH more frequently than I. Or maybe not, if it doesn't bother her! It bothers the women in ex's family, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meena Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 We are currently entering this stage, starting with underarms and working up to legs. I got DD an Intuition razor because I've always had the best experience with razors that have some type of moisturizing/lathering agent on the razor. Venus razors have that as well so will be an option depending on what is the best deal. I love Trader Joe's Honey Mango shave cream, so I'm going to let DD try that. One thing my DD didn't know is that shaving dry is no bueno--bath or shower only, otherwise it hurts (razor burn!) and is easier to cut herself. She also didn't realize that shaving is so high maintenance--every day or every other day is required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn- Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 DD and I use the Schick Intuition ones. They work well, and I don't remember the last time I had a nick. This is what my dd uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 Dd is a brunette, so I let her shave as soon as she wanted to. For years, she butchered her legs with the cheap razors. Venus Sensitive Skin, along with liquid soap or shea butter is the way to go. And we have the lovely rust ring in the bath too.... The gel on regular Venus breaks us out, but if you are not sensitive to it, they are good too. I stayed with the 3 blades, rather than the newer 5 blade deals. I could only imagine if that went wrong... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 DD and I use the Schick Intuition ones. They work well, and I don't remember the last time I had a nick. I plan to have my dd use these when she's ready to shave. I love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 If she has sensitive skin, Kiss My Face Moisture Shave is much less irritating than Skintimate (and it comes in a plastic pump bottle, so no rust). I like Venus with replaceable heads, but Intuition is almost as good. I find that lotions are a problem on just-shaved legs, but grapeseed oil or baby oil is nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I started with electric. Will probably do the same for my girls. I don't think they could shave without cutting their leg off right now but they are some hairy gals. I am waiting for the day to arrive that they ask to shave and I will let them. I started in 5th. I wanted to start in 4th though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I have never used shaving cream in my life. Soap has always seemed to work fine for me. I have read that a little cheap hair conditioner works well too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nerdybird Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I use men's disposables. Bic, black ones. I have extreme hair though, very thick and women's razors just don't do the job. I use unscented men's shaving gel, Sport something or the other...I got it at Walmart several months ago for like $1/can on clearance. Score! I have also used the battery powered handhelds....but I had to stop because, well, let's just say there was a party in the shower sometimes....a sexy party.... Anyway....get something sturdy for those first times. Teach her to shave using a balloon. Helps you learn how to apply pressure and follow curves. That's what sister did with her girls. Seemed to work for them. So far, my DD is only 7 and is smooth. The women in her dad's family are all fairly hairless, so maybe she will end up like them. I sure hope so.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted February 1, 2014 Author Share Posted February 1, 2014 I bought Venus embrace today / said it was for new shavers to minimize cuts and nicks. We shall see! http://www.gillettevenus.com/en-US/products/embrace-passionista-purple-razor/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My3girls Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 Dd12 just started shaving a few months ago. She uses Venus like her mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Definitely the ones with the block built in so you don't have to mess with creams, gels, or lotions. We're all shower hogs here, we don't need to add extra steps! My girls use the Intuition. I use the Venus. I think Venus handles sharp curves better, but Intuition is less likely to knick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Dd scrubs her legs first with coconut oil mixed with sugar. She rinses, then she shaves, using the same mixture again and shaving it off. We call it Dolphin Skin, it's so smooth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 DD and I use the Schick Intuition ones. They work well, and I don't remember the last time I had a nick. My dd and I use these ones. Neither of us has had a nick with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Shampoo or a cheap conditioner makes a great shaving cream. My favorite shaving cream in the world is from Slumber Parties (do not laugh). It's called Cootchie (I hear you laughing!) and it works really well and lasts a long time. Of course, there's always Nair. It does last longer and there's less stubble to cope with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Element Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have sensitive skin and have found the Venus Breeze + coconut oil (instead of shaving cream) to be foolproof and easy on skin. I'll probably start my dd on that combination when she's ready to shave. The coconut oil makes the tub slippery, so that might be an issue for some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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