The Everyday Body Lotion: How to Use It After Shaving and Waxing
By Razor and deodorant subscription for women, men, anyone, everyone | Published: 2026-10-16
Category: Tips & Care
Learn how to use The Everyday Body Lotion after shaving or waxing to soothe, nourish, and add radiance to skin. Simple steps for a smooth, comfortable finish.
Quick answer
Apply The Everyday Body Lotion within three minutes of toweling off after a shower, shave, or wax. Warm a pump between your palms, press it into damp skin in upward strokes, and let it absorb before dressing. That timing and technique soothe freshly hair-removed skin, lock in moisture, and help prevent the tight, itchy feeling that shows up hours later.
Why timing matters more than the amount you use
Skin loses water fastest in the first few minutes after washing or hair removal. Applying lotion while skin is still slightly damp helps trap that surface moisture instead of letting it evaporate. You will often need less product and get a softer finish than if you wait until skin feels dry and tight. Keep the bottle within arm's reach of your towel so you do not skip this window.
How to adapt the routine for shaving versus waxing
Shaving removes hair at the surface and can leave skin feeling sensitive and warm. Waxing pulls hair from the root, so skin may be red and reactive for a few hours. In both cases, the goal is to calm and hydrate without rubbing. Use the same lotion, but apply it with a lighter touch after waxing and avoid any exfoliating or fragranced products on the area for at least 24 hours. If you shaved with a razor like the Face Razor Blades, which have a Vitamin E-infused hydration strip, your skin may already feel smoother, but it still needs a moisturizer to seal in comfort.
What to look for in a post-hair-removal lotion
You want a lotion that absorbs quickly, does not pill under clothing, and contains soothing ingredients rather than alcohol-heavy formulas that can sting. The Everyday Body Lotion is a vegan option that soothes, nourishes, and adds instant radiance, making it a practical final step in your shave routine. If your skin is very dry or you waxed a large area, you can layer a second thin coat after the first absorbs. Avoid thick balms on freshly waxed skin because they can trap heat and clog pores.
Step-by-step: using body lotion after shaving or waxing
- Cleanse and pat dry: Shower or rinse the area with lukewarm water, then gently pat with a towel. Leave skin slightly damp, not dripping. Checkpoint: skin should feel soft and cool, not tight or dry.
- Warm a pump of lotion: Dispense one to two pumps of The Everyday Body Lotion into your palms and rub them together for a few seconds. Mistake to avoid: using too much product at once. Start small and add more only if needed.
- Press and sweep upward: Apply in upward strokes, starting at your ankles and moving toward your heart. Use light pressure, especially on freshly waxed or shaved areas. Checkpoint: the lotion should absorb within a minute. If it sits on top, you used too much.
- Give it a minute before dressing: Wait 60 seconds for the lotion to fully absorb. This prevents transfer onto clothing and keeps the finish smooth. Mistake to avoid: dressing immediately, which can rub the lotion off and cause pilling.
- Reapply on very dry spots: If your shins, knees, or elbows still feel dry after the first layer, add a small amount of lotion to those areas only. Next step: use this routine daily, even on days you do not shave or wax, to keep skin comfortable.
Product facts
- The Everyday Body Lotion: The Everyday Body Lotion is a do-it-all vegan lotion that soothes, nourishes and adds instant radiance to skin post-shave. It is designed as the final step in your shave routine, so you can use it after shaving or waxing without needing a separate product.
- Face Razor Blades: Face Razor Blades are dermatologist approved for sensitive skin and feature five diamond-coated steel blades surrounded by a Vitamin E-infused vegan hydration strip. If you shave with these blades, your skin gets a smooth glide and some hydration during shaving, but you still need a lotion afterward to lock in moisture and prevent dryness.
