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Before even putting a razor to your legs, be sure to remove the dead skin cells.  An added benefit of exfoliation is it raises the hairs, making them easier to shave.  Make sure nothing impedes the ensuing razor swipes. It sounds simpler than it really is.  There are a few ways to maximize your shaving efforts towards perfect legs.  Try to avoid shaving as soon as you jump in the shower.  Let the heat and moisture from the hot water work on your pores, opening them up and making the hair softer. Nighttime shaving is best for smooth legs.  There are a variety of reparative functions when you sleep, and shaving at night before bed may help the hairs recede some. Be sure to use shaving cream or other lather that is not soap to assist when shaving.  Not only does it help the blade glide more smoothly over your legs, but it also serves as a handy guide of where you’ve already been. Use a good, fresh razor.  Avoid the nicks and cuts, or worse, tugging of hair, by using a multi-blade razor that is replaced fairly regularly. Go with the grain, then against it.  This makes the blade-strokes easier, the cuts simpler, and the likelihood of issues. Moisturizer forms a thin layer that helps do many things, including sealing in moisture.  Using a leg cream just after a shower, when your legs are still damp, helps lock it in.

Summary:
Wash and exfoliate your legs. Shave your legs. Dry your skin, but not fully.