There are tons of products that claim to banish razor burn and ingrown hairs. But if you've ever used them, you know they rarely work. "Sometimes, the issue is just the issue," says John Allan, founder of an eponymous grooming line and men's clubs. "Certain skin types are just prone to irritation."

Unfortunately, he's right. The sensitive types among us will probably always have a few issues with their daily shave. But that doesn't mean you have to dread the razor every morning, just that you have to take some extra steps to make sure ensure a clean, healthy shave. We consulted the pros for their best tips on a burn-free shave, plus some (relatively) quick fis in case of an utter emergency.

Phillip Picardi_ is the beauty and grooming editor at Lifestyle Mirror. _

1. Start with the Skin

In shaving guides, you rarely see any information about a man's normal skin routine. Therein lies the problem. "You need to stay away from anything with alcohol," says Diana Schmidtke, celebrity groomer for Clooney, Robert Pattinson, Liam Hemsworth, and more. "And be careful which toner you choose."

Miles Elliot, master barber at F.S.C. Barber, also stresses the importance of skincare. "Moisturizing frequently will reduce the likelihood of ingrown hairs," he says. Only moisturize in the morning, if at all? Do it day and night.

Astringent cleansing products or chemical eoliants can aggravate the skin, causing it to be red or dry before you shave. Plus, a lot of drugstore products contain drying preservatives. Upgrade to the Aesop Parsley Seed line ($35-$65) for daily gentle treatment and protection.