Exfoliate the skin gently before shaving
Take a warm shower or apply a warm compress before shaving
Use a clean, sharp razor
Shave in the direction of hair growth
Avoid pressing the razor too hard
Use shaving cream, gel, or lotion to reduce friction
Do not shave the same area repeatedly
Rinse the blade often while shaving
Moisturize the skin after shaving
Avoid tight clothing on freshly shaved areas
Exfoliate regularly between shaves
Replace dull blades frequently
Avoid dry shaving
Use a single-blade razor if you are prone to ingrown hairs
Do not pick or scratch at shaved skin
Consider trimming instead of shaving if ingrown hairs are frequent