Originally Posted by
jayb11175
Yeah, I guess I don't recall you saying what your shave prep is, but if you don't use a pre-shave product (i.e. oils, creams, moisturizers) you could just have dry skin and too little glide. Recipe for pain.
I personally use Prosoro "Green" pre-shave cream. I enjoy this product and noticed much smoother shaves after trying it. Some people don't like it from what I've heard because it uses menthol and eucalyptus and causes a tingling, cooling feeling, but that's one of the reasons I like it.
Also, make sure you are adding moisture and heat to your face and beard before shaving (either by a hot towel wrap for 15 to 20 min., or hot shower just before the shave). This is important cause it adds needed moisture to your hair and softens it up so the blade can glide through it with less pull.
Good luck, keep at it.