Is there an initial period of time when you first begin shaving with straights that your skin somehow gets conditioned and/or used to the difference in the blade and how close you get? I just had my first shave today - while it was very close, my skin is a little tender and slightly red in color - should I expect this to get better as time goes on? Although I am sure it is different for eveybody, any estimates of how long this might take?

ps - will post a "1st shave" thread later when I have more time!