Originally Posted by
criswilson10
Sounds like you need to figure out how to stretch the skin the right way over your lip. Maybe inflate your cheeks? Maybe put your tongue under the spot? Maybe suck your upper lip into your mouth? Try multiple things until you can get the spot flat.
The first month is pretty tough as you learn how to strop and stretch your skin. Hang in there.
I think most of us strop before and after the shave. I do 50 on linen and 50 on leather before the shave and 25/25 after the shave. Your stropping will get better, easier, and faster with time. For now, just take it slow.