If the skin is not properly prepared before shaving or if the blade on your razor is dull, you are more likely to end up with shaving rash make sure to hydrate hair in warm water for up to three minutes and [apply plenty of shave gel](/en-in/products/shaving-gel-cream-and-aftershave). Also, you may want to consider changing the blade on your razor at the first sign of dullness or discomfort.