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  1. 03-25-2015, 04:01 PM #1
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    To answer your first question, the difference in shave between a shavette and a straight, I find the straight more gives a more comfortable shave. I get the same closeness with either of them - as long as the blade is sharp.

    To answer your second question about shaving irritation. A lot of irritation is caused by pressure and angle. With a shavette you want to use as little pressure as possible, with a straight you want to use the weight of the blade as the pressure only. For both razors, the idea is to shave the lather off not your skin. In regards to blade angle, I use a shavette at about 35 degrees to my face and a straight at about 25 degrees. You have to play with the angle a little bit to find the sweet spot.

    You may want to try a different blade manufacturer in the shavette. Some blades just don't agree with some people.

    You may also want to try using witch hazel after your shave to cut down on irritation. I prefer the Thayer's alcohol free version, but if you like the burn, then you can pick up witch hazel in alcohol just about anywhere for a dollar or so.
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    Quote Originally Posted by CplOfMarines View Post
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    NICE!!! I think you'll be happy with your choice!

    I should have updated you on the irritation too. I added some witch hazel to my routine and my neck irritation has been completely eliminated. I love my straight so much more than the shavette. There is definitely more maintenance, but I actually enjoy the whole process.

    Good luck and keep us posted!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jondallas311 View Post
    NICE!!! I think you'll be happy with your choice!

    I should have updated you on the irritation too. I added some witch hazel to my routine and my neck irritation has been completely eliminated. I love my straight so much more than the shavette. There is definitely more maintenance, but I actually enjoy the whole process.

    Good luck and keep us posted!
    When do you apply the witch hazel? Is it like a lotion or a liquid?
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  5. 03-30-2015, 05:47 AM #5
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    I apply it after my cold water rinse. I let it air dry for a few minutes while I finish getting ready. Then I finish with my aftershave.

    The witch hazel is in a liquid form. The stuff I got has 12% alcohol I think. It's advertised as a "skin toner" and definitely is working for me.
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