Shaving guide

Pretty much the same way you shave your face, just a little more carefully. Guys generally have more body hair to worry about than women and will have to deal with shaving more sensitive areas (i.e. the thighs) that many women don't have to bother with. So your focus should be on maintaining your skin and avoiding razor burn and in-grown hairs. Unfortunately, there's no sure-fire way to prevent in-growns, but practicing good shaving hygiene and being careful about what skincare products you use will help a lot. Here's a basic guide:

    Before shaving:

        The first time you shave you may want to use a trimmer to get excess hair out of the way before you start.
        Soak for a bit in warm water and let your skin soften up
        Exfoliate with a washcloth or loofah before shaving

    When shaving:

        Use a fresh, sharp razor and scent-free shaving cream
        Shave with the grain whenever possible
        Try to avoid going over the same spot more than once

    Afterwards:

        Rinse with cold water
        Apply an astringent such as witch hazel to shaved areas
        Finish up with a non-comedogenic moisturizer
        Give your skin room to breathe - don't wear tights, leggings, or constrictive pants for the next 12 hours or so
        Make sure to exfoliate and moisturize between shaves to keep your skin clear and healthy.

NOTE: While certain brands of disposable razors may have different handles, extra moisturizer, or more blades, there are no major differences between men and women's disposable razors - they're all sharp pieces of metal on a stick. You'll find many people swearing up and down that one or the other is better, but it's really just a matter of preference.

Other options for at-home hair removal include:

    Waxing / sugaring and mechanical epilators. These actually pull the hairs out, leaving your skin much smoother for longer. However, these methods can be messy and expensive, respectively, and both are fairly painful. You'll also still have to deal with in-growns.
    Depilatory creams, such as Nair. These use special chemicals to break down hairs, allowing them to be easily scraped off. However, these have a risk of causing chemical burns if used incorrectly or on sensitive skin, and the hair will still grow back at a normal rate.