Thread: Pulling and Bleeding

Sounds like your technique is solid. I would check the angle of the razor as I shave. If I hold the razor too flat out, even the best razor won't shave and will even begin to scratch as I keep trying to shave. Hold the razor at about a 30 degree angle down the face, stretch the skin (develop your technique, since all skin faces are different) as Stypticinthemorning said and use feather-lite pressure. Just let the weight of the razor do the work. I still have to check the razor angle around the mustache and chin area. Keep up the good work, it is very much worth it!
Ernest
PS: I don't quite use a HHT. I let the razor hover over my dry arm. If it wicks the arm hairs and I see them landing on the blade, then I know that I'm getting there. The ultimate razor test is the shave.

Originally Posted by ForestryProf

Here's another suggestion. I see that you are in New York. You might want to get in touch with RichZ to see if you can get a face to face lesson. Sometimes it just helps to talk to someone who's been there or to let someone look at your technique to offer some advice.

Given that you are experiences such severe discomfort, I'd second that motion. If Rich can spare the time I'm sure he will.

Go easy on yourself, eh?

X

HHT is a pile of whack. My blade doesn't pass the HHT and I know for sure it is super sharp.