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Why You Still Need to Exfoliate—Even If You Shave Every Week

Why You Still Need to Exfoliate—Even If You Shave Every Week

If you shave weekly, you might think, “Aren’t I already exfoliating when the razor scrapes away dead skin?”
Technically… yes. But here’s the thing: shaving alone is not enough to keep your skin truly smooth, clear, and bump-free.

Exfoliation is still a must—and here’s why.


Shaving ≠ Real Exfoliation

While your razor does remove some dead skin cells along with hair, it’s not as thorough (or as gentle) as a dedicated exfoliating product. Think of shaving as a quick tidy-up, but exfoliation as a deep clean.

If you skip exfoliation, you’re more likely to end up with:

  • Ingrown hairs

  • Bumps and rough patches

  • Dull-looking skin (even right after shaving!)


The Power of a Pre-Shave Scrub

Using an exfoliating body scrub—like the one in the Mi-el Smooth Shaving Bundle—before you shave helps:

  1. Lift dead skin cells so your razor can get closer to the root.

  2. Prevent ingrown hairs by clearing clogged pores and freeing trapped hairs.

  3. Boost smoothness so your skin stays silky longer.

It’s like clearing the path before mowing the lawn—you’ll get a way better result.


How to Exfoliate the Right Way

  • Use the Mi-el scrub 1–2 times a week (and right before shaving).

  • Apply in gentle, circular motions—especially on areas prone to bumps like the bikini line or underarms.

  • Don’t overdo it. Too much scrubbing can irritate the skin, especially if you’re shaving regularly.


The Shaving Bundle Routine That Wins Every Time

  1. Exfoliate with the Mi-el scrub to prep skin and lift hairs.

  2. Shave with a fresh razor and the bundle’s nourishing oil for glide.

  3. Soothe & protect with the bump-preventing cream to keep skin soft and clear.


The Bottom Line

Even if you shave every week, your skin still needs a dedicated exfoliation step to stay healthy, smooth, and radiant.
When you pair exfoliation with Mi-el’s Smooth Shaving Bundle, you’re giving your skin the full care it deserves.

Shop the Smooth Shaving Bundle
Because smooth skin is great—but smooth, glowing, bump-free skin is even better.

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