How Crossdressers Can Deal with Their Beards

Hello, there lovelies! How are you doing today? Have trouble with shaving your face?

A daily struggle for almost every crossdresser.

Testosterone makes hair grow in a lot of places, making it difficult for biological males to look feminine all over.

The face is the most recognizable trait of any person. That’s why a smooth and clean shave is essential for crossdressers.

Achieving a feminine figure requires not only work but also being very detailed.

Shaving is just one of those steps that we endure if we wish to bring out our best look.

In this article, we are going to see all the tips to deal with your beard, like shaving your skin while it’s moist, and the best kind of razors to do so.

Many look for ways to deal with their facial hair and haven’t got to a good port yet. Luckily for you, I’m here to bring you the tricks you’ve been looking for.

If you have been crossdressing for a long time or just starting, I’m sure you will find something useful here.

Keep reading, and stop worrying about those nasty hairs!

1. When to Shave

To achieve a clean shave is very important to do it at the correct time. Shaving first thing in the morning, like many, do, it’s not efficient.

The best thing to do first is to moisturize your face and neck.

This will open up the follicles, leaving the hair more exposed and facilitating a proper cut.

The best way to do so is to have a hot shower. The hotter the water, the more it exfoliates.

Don’t let it burn yourself, though. An alternative way to moisturize if you don’t have time for a shower is using a soaking wet towel.

In the same manner, try to use water as hot as you can tolerate.

Sink the towel in the water, and once it is completely wet, wring it so it doesn’t drip, and cover your face and neck with it for five to ten minutes.

Remember that the longer you wait, the closer the shave you will get.

2. Picking the Shaving Tools

Selecting the right kind of razor is not the same for everybody.

In my personal experience, the combination of a straight and a triple-blade razor yields great results.

Common razors that you can acquire almost everywhere tend to damage and dry out your skin.

On the other hand, a straight razor may be dangerous for inexperienced ones.

But if you know how to use this last one, you’ll be getting smooth, shaved skin with almost no drawbacks.

I use a common razor for the toughest facial hairs, like the ones on the chin and the mustache.

There, the skin is not as soft as the rest of your face, which makes hair removal more difficult.

If you don’t feel comfortable using a straight razor, you can go for a safety one.

Those are easier to maintain, sharp, and use, and are made so you don’t cut yourself.

Another great and safer option is using an electric razor without a clip.

Use this at first and finish the details with a typical razor blade for a clean shave.

Avoid cheap razors if you don’t want to throw your money away.

3. Exfoliating Your Follicles

There are plenty of ways to exfoliate your skin. Hot water and soap are not only the best way but also the cheapest.

But depending on your type of skin, you might want to use an exfoliating cream if it’s too oily.

Exfoliating creams work their way into your skin, achieving a deep cleansing of your face and leaving the hair exposed for better shaving.

They are found at most pharmacies around the world, and they are not that expensive.

Some may be beyond your budget, but don’t worry; they are not that different.

I suggest you ask the pharmacist for an available recommendation and start trying them.

Pick any recognizable brand you find and go for it. You will see the results for yourself when you shave.

A face wash every day will make it easier for you to shave.

My recommendation is that you exfoliate your skin on shaving days for better results.

4. Shaving Your Beard

Time to get a clean shave!

With your face exfoliated and damp, you can either remove the exfoliator of your choice to apply the shaving cream or leave it on.

That’s up to you, but don’t dry your face, or everything you’ve done before will be in vain.

Please stay away from mint-scented products because they tend to dry the skin.

We are going to start shaving the hairs that are the furthest from our mouths first.

These hairs are softer and easier to remove.

We are going to leave the chin and the area surrounding the lips for later to give them more time to exfoliate.

Shave with downward strokes following the direction of the hair growth all over.

Once you are done with this step, shave in the opposite direction.

Do this more carefully than you did following the grain to avoid irritation.

Finish up the details with the razor you feel most comfortable with to avoid cuts.

5. Taking Care of Your Skin

After you finish shaving, rinse and dry your face. Use some toner or aloe vera to close your follicles and moisturize your skin.

Let it dry for a half-hour or so before applying any makeup.

After shaving, creams are great for keeping our skin moisturized, making the next shave easier.

I usually prefer creams rather than gels for this step because they work better for my skin.

This step is crucial to maintain your skin bright and smooth looking rather than gray and dry.

Not only that, but also it will help the makeup stay on for longer.

There are many great products available at every pharmacy and market around the globe.

If you have had a great experience with a particular line or brand, I suggest you complete your kit with products alike.

6. Using Concealer for Better Results

Many crossdressers use foundation to hide their five o’clock shadow.

But some forget that it can be possible that the foundation isn’t enough to do the trick.

Using the correct color of concealer before applying foundation is the ultimate trick.

For this, you need the foundation in the same color as your skin and concealer with the opposite color of your facial hair.

As an alternative to concealer, you can also use lipstick in the same manner.

The chromatic chart gives the color you must use and is the exact opposite of the one your hair is.

For instance, use red/orange/pink tones to hide dark hairs and green to hide reddish ones.

7. Applying foundation

If you practice and follow these steps, you are most likely to achieve a perfect shave.

In case you didn’t, don’t worry! That’s what the foundation is for.

I’m sure enough that if you put your mind to it, you did a very decent job.

But if there are any spots you can’t reach while shaving, cover them up with some foundation.

You will get better in time and won’t need the makeup to cover some rebel hair.

8. Alternative Ways of Dealing with Your Beard

There are many methods available for those who have had bad experiences with shaving and cuts.

Some of them are more permanent, like laser hair removal, but others can “last” only a couple of weeks.

Using a hair removal product like Nair or Veet will remove your facial hair easily, burning its roots.

This will achieve a lasting-looking skin for a week or two.

The drawback of this method is that these kinds of products are very irritating if you happen to have delicate skin.

They are very easy to use, though; just apply them in the area you wish to remove hairs and wait a few minutes for them to act.

Then, wash and rinse the area thoroughly and apply some cream or moisturizer to relieve the irritation.

Laser hair removal treatments are the ultimate solution for your hair.

With some sessions, you can achieve a baby-smooth face, and you can forget about shaving forever.

This option is a definitive one, so think good before saying goodbye to your facial hair for good.

The last alternative is indeed a very painful one: waxing.

Using wax to remove hair is an effective method with well-known drawbacks.

It takes time to prepare the wax and your face. If you decide to try this, follow the previous steps to shave to remove your beard easily.

I use this method for the rest of my body, and I shave with the good old razor.

9. Important Tips You Can’t Forget

● Use sharp razors

No matter what kind of razor you are using, make sure it’s sharp.

Dull blades will irritate your skin and won’t do the work they are supposed to do.

It is also easier to cut yourself with them when the razor’s edge is not sharp.

I recommend using a new razor if you have a big event coming up.

● Trim your nose and ear hairs

Most crossdressers forget this vital step.

To achieve a neat look all over your face, use a cuticle trimmer to cut those nasty-looking hairs.

This will complete a perfect shave, leaving your face radiant and smooth-looking.

● Use known/trusted products

I am a fan of trying new things and products. But when it comes to beauty products, I am very cautious.

I try to keep using the known brands I’ve been using for a while unless I come across a bad batch.

Nivea, Gillette, and Kiehl’s are just some of the brands I find myself comfortable with.

Their product lines cover all my needs, but feel free to recommend the ones you use in the comments below.

As you can see, there is not just one, but different methods to achieve a clean and smooth face.

It’s a task that requires practice and attention to detail, something you can do if you put your mind to it.

I hope you have found something useful here to help you with your crossdressing!

If you have further suggestions, please write them down in the comments! Hope to see you all very soon.

Written by Tina Munova.