Living with cancer
posted by Kathleen
22 June 2013

Shaving underarms after breast surgery - recommendations?

Last reply: 24 June 2013 21:55

Hi,

I've been using an electric razor as recommended to shave under my arms after breast surgery. I had to buy a new electric razor a few years ago. Compared to my old one which was great, I have to be very careful to avoid letting it irritate my skin. Nor does it do a clean job of shaving. I definitely need a new one now but I don't want to invest in another scratchy razor.

I know we cannot advertise any products here, but if anyone has a good electric razor to recommend by pm, I'd appreciate it.

Thanks

Kath

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commented by youngk
23 June 2013

23 June 2013 10:13

I tried shaving after surgery several times, but the shape of my underarm is not the same as it was (I had axiliary clearance) I could not get the razor in and I was sore each time. In the end I gave up and have resorted to cream removal (for sensitive skin)

Karen

commented by Kathleen
24 June 2013

24 June 2013 21:55

Thanks for the tip Karen. You are absolutely right, the shape has changed. Time for a whole new technique!

Kath

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