shaving with a classic double edge razor

[Snookie]

I've been using a DE for about a month now with the Proraso cream from Bath and body works and it indeed is a better shave with no irritation.

I got the same shaving cream! What blades are you using if you don't mind me asking?

 

[W1nds0rF0x]

Wish I knew your secrets. I've tried 3 different blades so far, and the Feather is best of the three but even with it I don't get as good a shave and the irritation is a lot worse than either the Schick Hydro or the Gillette Fusion. I've used at least 10 different creams and gels.

 

[Snookie]

Wish I knew your secrets. I've tried 3 different blades so far, and the Feather is best of the three but even with it I don't get as good a shave and the irritation is a lot worse than either the Schick Hydro or the Gillette Fusion. I've used at least 10 different creams and gels.

HUM Sorry to hear that? You try sensitive skin products I'm sure?

 

[jmcrawf1]

I got the same shaving cream! What blades are you using if you don't mind me asking?

So far I've used derby's and astra's. The astra's are far superior.

Wish I knew your secrets. I've tried 3 different blades so far, and the Feather is best of the three but even with it I don't get as good a shave and the irritation is a lot worse than either the Schick Hydro or the Gillette Fusion. I've used at least 10 different creams and gels.

The key is the angle and the pressure. You're shaving hair, not skin. So only let the weight of the razor be the only pressure on your face. Naturally, there may be whiskers left after this pass, so you lather up and go again in a different direction.

You are using a shaving brush right?

 

[Snookie]

Correct using a brush, just not sure how wet I should be getting the shaving cream!
Right now it's pretty thick when I'm using it!

 

[dwr461]

The wetter the better both for shaving cream and other things. Also shave only after your shower it makes a BIG difference.

Dave

 

[jmcrawf1]

Correct using a brush, just not sure how wet I should be getting the shaving cream!
Right now it's pretty thick when I'm using it!

Only an almond sized dollop is needed. you swirl in a bowl and add water until a wet but not runny lather develops.

 

[Snookie]

The wetter the better both for shaving cream and other things. Also shave only after your shower it makes a BIG difference.

Dave

These three agrees with you Dave

Thanks

 

[dwr461]

Holy crap!

I'd buy that for a dollar!

Dave

 

[Snookie]

Holy crap!

I'd buy that for a dollar!

Dave

LOL you just got your Three dollars worth for FREE!

 

[Snookie]

Only an almond sized dollop is needed. you swirl in a bowl and add water until a wet but not runny lather develops.

I'll give that a go!

Thanks

 

[W1nds0rF0x]

So far I've used derby's and astra's. The astra's are far superior.




The key is the angle and the pressure. You're shaving hair, not skin. So only let the weight of the razor be the only pressure on your face. Naturally, there may be whiskers left after this pass, so you lather up and go again in a different direction.

You are using a shaving brush right?

No, no brush, I have neither the time nor the patience for that nor do I have the time and the patience to do it a 2nd or third time. If THAT is the trouble that I'm having then I'll have to concede my only use for a DE is in the cabinet with a stash of 5K blades for an after TSHTF scenario. I'll go back to the way toodamnexpensive Gillette or Shick blades. THey work well, fast and in one pass with no irritation, I just don't like their price.

 

[jmcrawf1]

No, no brush, I have neither the time nor the patience for that nor do I have the time and the patience to do it a 2nd or third time. If THAT is the trouble that I'm having then I'll have to concede my only use for a DE is in the cabinet with a stash of 5K blades for an after TSHTF scenario. I'll go back to the way toodamnexpensive Gillette or Shick blades. THey work well, fast and in one pass with no irritation, I just don't like their price.

Yea, DE's require more prep work and a slower pace. I guess it isn't for everyone.

 

[Snookie]

No, no brush, I have neither the time nor the patience for that nor do I have the time and the patience to do it a 2nd or third time. If THAT is the trouble that I'm having then I'll have to concede my only use for a DE is in the cabinet with a stash of 5K blades for an after TSHTF scenario. I'll go back to the way toodamnexpensive Gillette or Shick blades. THey work well, fast and in one pass with no irritation, I just don't like their price.

LOL Don't chunk those blades away> lol

I got more time than money, if you decide to go back I'll find a good home for them lol!

 

[Snookie]

Double Edge Shaving

Shaving with my new to me Fat Boy Double Edge Razor! Enjoying the Experience!!!

 

[bearfutedninja]

holy moldy

 

[bearfutedninja]

i still never ordered my merkur i sent my gun to gemini instead hehe it should be back soon hopefully i think im on week five.

 

[Snookie]

LOL

holy moldy

Yep that kid pobable got moldy feet!

Here's me OK?????

 

[W1nds0rF0x]

Yep that kid pobable got moldy feet!

Here's me OK?????

They look the same, only the 2nd has more clothes on....

 

[Snookie]

They look the same, only the 2nd has more clothes on....

Pretty observant there Fox!!!