Sorry, should have been clearer! I am having an allergic reaction to wood dust or epoxy or something, so my face is pre irritated before any water or shaving, regardless of the temp. Cool/Cold water still irritates the skin, but not as much, but I get a better shave with warm water, so I try to be extra gentle on my skin until the reaction passes. It was on it's way down, so hopefully in another week or so it will be back to normal