Closeup shot of a man's head with shave cream on it being lathered up by a barber holding a Professional Shave Brush

THE HEAD SHAVE DONE RIGHT

HOW TO SHAVE YOUR HEAD LIKE A BARBER

 

Shaving your head isn’t just about getting close—it’s about getting it right. With the right prep and the right lather, you can achieve that barbershop-fresh finish at home. Our Shave Cream cushions the blade and hydrates the skin, giving you control, comfort, and pro-level shave.

PRO TIPS:

Barber lathering up for a head shave for a client with the Proraso Professional Shave Brush

1. Prep Your Scalp
 Hop in a hot shower or press a warm towel to your head for a minute or two to soften hair and open pores.

2. Apply Shave Cream
 Squeeze a small amount of Shave Cream into your hands or brush. Add a splash of water and work into a thick lather.

3. Lather in Sections
 Apply lather in sections—start with the top, then sides, then back. This keeps the cream from drying out before you get to it.

Barber doing a head shave on a client with a straight razor

4. Shave with the Grain
 Use a fresh blade and start shaving in the direction your hair grows. For an extra-close shave, re-lather then shave lightly against the grain..

5. Rinse & Soothe
 Rinse with warm water to cleanse, then cold to begin closing pores, then pat dry. Finish with After Shave Lotion to tone the skin and massage in some After Shave Balm to soothe any irritation.