This article was co-authored by Juan Sabino. Juan Sabino is a Professional Barber and the Owner of Juan's Barber Shop, a barbershop based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Juan has over 20 years of male grooming experience and over eight years of professional barber experience. He specializes in combovers, barber fades, and tapers and is focused on improving men's overall wellness. This article has been viewed 54,123 times.

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If you have to shave with regular soap, start by rubbing a bar of soap in your hands to create a lather while you're in the shower, since it’s easier to shave when your hair is soft. Then, apply the soap in a thick layer to your face, legs, or body. If you're shaving your face, shave in the same direction as the grain to reduce the risk of cuts, and if you're shaving your legs or body, shave against the grain. You’ll also want to keep your skin wet while you shave, because soap can dry out your skin and make shaving difficult. For tips on how to shave with facial shaving soap, read on!