Super new to shaving, first post
Hello everyone,
I just read the "first straight razor sticky," watched the "razor test" video, and watched the proper stroping method.
I have tried using a razor (disposable kind) only a handful of times in my entire life. I always just used electric clippers to get my facial hair down to a stubble.
My skin is quite sensitive, and I always got razor burn, and stinging irritation if I tried to get a "close" shave. This goes for the razors and for a close shave from the electric shaver.
I would like to try shaving again, this time, with a straight razor. I read that, once the proper technique is learned, a straight razor shave doesn't give razor burn. This is my main motivation. That, and I want to have a smooth face again.
I think I have all the materials to start learning... here is the list...
-The Dovo Gentleman 5/8 with Yew handle
-daVinci Uomo badger hair brush
-Musgo Real Shaving Cream
-Burt's Bees Natural Aftershave
-bubble & bee organic face cream (moisturizer)
-Infalab Nick Relief styptic powder
-30 degree leather and linen strop
-towel
I currently have a 1 year full beard. I am VERY nervous to try a razor again, but I also feel it is time to be clean shaven. I am unsure how to begin, as I don't have a regular razor, nor do I want to use one... tons of razor burn. I do have really nice clippers I just purchased...
I'm thinking of using the clippers to "buzz" my beard off, and then just use practice using the straight razor as dictated in the sticky post.
What do you all think? I welcome any advice, criticisms...
thank you so much,
Marcello