Welcome to SR shaving, enjoy the learning process and don't get discouraged. By the time you're an old man of seventeen you'll be getting consistent, smooth, irritation-free shaves! There are too many variables at the moment that could need improvement. The first thing to do is to ensure your razor is properly sharpened. If you post your location you will more than likely find someone near you who can help with that. Once you've eliminated a poorly sharpened razor as the possible cause, you can start working on the other possibilities. If the razor is poorly sharpened nothing else you do will make much difference. Good luck