Thread: Newbie - shave direction issue

You might need to apply a greater angle with the grain as against, i lay the razor virtually flat against the grain,but that will not shave at all with the grain,find what works for you,i make 4 passes on some parts.stretching all the time stops you cutting yourself,and lifts the hairs when shaving with the grain.

Originally Posted by adductum

You might need to apply a greater angle with the grain as against.

Yes, that's what it says in the Wiki article: