If you're like most men, you learned to shave in the bathroom sink every morning by watching your father (or another significant father figure). You probably shaved in the sink when you first started shaving.

However, keep in mind that preventing a clogged drain is more accessible than dealing with all the hair and goop accumulated in the pipes (or worse, having to call a plumber to do it for you). Therefore, a mesh sink strainer is recommended. They're cheap and effective! However, if you don't clean the filter regularly, it won't work.

Here are the five ways for men how to shave without clogging the drain:

1. Use a Large Sink to Shave

If you have a large, deep sink, you can use that to your advantage. 

First, you slowly pour a little bit of water into the sink to create a nice, soapy lather, and then you slowly add more water as you shave. This will help keep the stubble away from your drain, and it will let you finish your shave with a clean face and a clear mind.

2. Use Shaving Gel

Many men like to shave in the shower, which is fine if you don't mind the extra work of shaving and showering simultaneously. However, using shaving gel in the shower is a great way to resist the urge to use hard water to lather up your face.

Shaving with gel is like shaving with soap. It creates a very thick lather that sticks to the skin and the razor, making it easier to shave without causing any damage to the sink. It also requires very little water to create a thick lather, so there is less chance of hair or soap dripping into the sink.

3. Use an Electric Razor

If you have plenty of time to shave in the morning and you want to preserve the life of your sink and pipes, then an electric razor is probably the best choice. Electric razors are the best in terms of convenience and ease of use, and they're relatively cheap as well. If you're using an electric razor, you're going to have to do it in the shower.

4. Use the Right Cleaning Products

There are many different kinds of shaving creams, foams, balms, and sprays on the market today. When choosing one of these, read and heed the directions because some will say to apply them to a wet face, while others will tell you to use them on a dry face. Sometimes, these products have different effects on your drainage. This is why it’s vital to know if these ingredients are more prone to clogging.

5. Use a Towel to Catch Clogs

Using a towel can help you catch some of the stray clumps of hair before they fall into the sink. Your sink will be clog-free, but you'll also have a nice little nest of hair that you can clean out of your drain with a small tool (like a toilet brush).

On the other hand, if you have a powerful sink drain, you won't have to worry about clogging it, but when you shave, always point your face into the sink and not away from the sink. This will help prevent hair clogs in your sink.

Conclusion

Overall, there are many ways for men to shave without clogging the drain. Ultimately, shaving will depend on your personal preferences and how much time you have in the morning.

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