vagentine's day

how to celebrate the smoothest day of the year

In case you missed the memo, February 13th is an official eos holiday: Vagentine’s Day. Hoo-has everywhere are getting prepped and personalized for Valentine’s Day fun, and we’re all about helping you achieve a smooth, incident-free shave -- especially for your most intimate bits. 

Whether you’re planning a cozy night in, an exciting night out, or you’ve got your fingers crossed for some unexpected romance to go down (we’re rooting for you), a luxurious Vagentine’s Day shave routine will get you ready for anything. Here’s a play-by-play for a smooth Vagentine’s Day and an unforgettable Valentine’s Day.

how to shave your bikini area 

step 1: cleanse and hydrate your hoo-ha

First things first, wash away all the dirt, sweat, and bacteria that can accumulate in your razor and cause irritation. Use a nourishing cleanser that gently cleanses and hydrates the skin and hair. Look for hydrating ingredients like glycerin and shea butter, and remember: your fragrance routine starts in the shower. Go for a sweet, sensual body wash scent that gets you in the V-Day mood. 

Try: Cashmere Body Wash

step 2: exfoliate sneaky, stubborn dead skin away

For a super smooth shave, exfoliation is your secret weapon. Gently exfoliating before shaving helps soften coarse, dry hair and remove dead skin cells that can get trapped in pores, leading to irritation, redness, and painful ingrown hairs. 

Grab a gentle exfoliant and go in with light, circular motions, focusing on the bikini line and areas where ingrowns tend to pop up. Warm water is best, as it helps to soften hair and open the pores. 

Try: Cashmere Skin Collection Pre-Shave Scrub

Pro tip: Avoid exfoliating immediately after shaving, as freshly shaven skin can be highly sensitive and vulnerable to irritation. Only do this prep step before shaving!

step 3: calm shave energy only

Before you even grab your razor, remind yourself: there’s no rush. Even if your Valentine is waiting outside the bathroom door, they’re lucky to even breathe the same air as you. Take your time! Don’t let the anticipation of what you have planned get you carried away. All it takes is one too-speedy razor stroke to create a Vagentine’s disaster. 

What you shave with is also key. Ditch the drying, air-filled foams for a moisturizing shave cream or oil. Something with lots of moisturizing ingredients and a silky-smooth texture that will create slip and let your razor glide.  

Try: Cashmere Shave Oil

With the cleanest, sharpest razor possible, shave with the grain (in the direction the hair grows), using light pressure and short strokes. Rinse your blade often to avoid buildup and irritation and repeat until you achieve your desired look and feel. 

step 4: soothe and seal in moisture

Now that your hoo-ha is prepped to your liking, rinse with cool water to calm things down, and then apply a lightweight but long-wearing moisturizer to keep things smooth all day and all night.  

Try: 24H Moisture Body Lotion

If you want to make things really irresistible, slather on a scented body oil for radiant, silky-smooth skin they can’t keep their hands off. 

Try: Cashmere Body Oil

eos Products to add to your Vagentine's Day cart

These skin-loving formulas support smooth skin before, during, and after shaving, from ultra-moisturizing shave creams that provide slip and cushion to fast-absorbing body lotions that hydrate without heaviness.  

Happy shopping, and happy Vagentine’s Day! We hope Cupid has something fun planned for you.