It's getting better, but feels like I'm getting too close
I just wanted to update my journey with a straight razor as I need some advice/tips. I'm still only shaving my cheeks until I get comfortable with that. The first few shaves were pretty rough, definitely not comfortable. The last few have been a lot better comfort-wise, but it feels like I am getting irritation hours later after the shave. Skin feels pretty good after the shave, slightly dry (I do use a toner and balm afterwards), and than it feels like razor burn slowly sets in. I have pretty sensitive skin, the kind where ATG is not really possible. Maybe I need to have a lighter touch, but it feels like I'm getting a closer shave than with a DE, which makes my skin dry out even more. I keep thinking to myself "maybe my skin is too sensitive for a straight razor". Any tips/suggestions appreciated. BTW I appreciate all the advice I've gotten, I've really focused on my angle lately and it has definitely made the shave smoother.