Thread: first shave, need a little advice please.

Originally Posted by cwrighta70

There are SO many options out there, it's really best to try a few out and find what fits your face best. I would suggest ordering the free samples from The Art of Shaving. I received mine a week ago (they sent two sample packs, each w/ unscented Pre-Shave Oil, Shaving Cream, & After-Shave Balm). The oil made a HUGE difference in the shave.

For soaps, check THIS THREAD out. Lots of good recommendations, and you'll notice that most people like soaps. I would suggest Colleen's soaps from The Gentleman's Quarter. I love the old-time William's Mug Soap as well.

Aftershaves...there are tons of options here as well. I typically prefer the alcohol-based AS like Aqua Velva and Clubman Pinaud. Recently, I've been adding in a little Witch Hazel.

Try 'em all out. I have a list of about 30 items to get...don't know how I'll OK that with the wife though.

EDIT: Oh yeah, check out the Shave of the Day (SOTD) threads. You'll get an idea of what these guys use on a regular basis, and they even detail what they did DURING their shave (hot towels, WTG/XTG/ATG, etc...)

could you tell me how to order the samples from the art of shaving? i don`t see where there are samples. thanx

GO HERE and click on "Email". Just fill out the form and ask if they have samples of their shaving oils/creams they can send you.

They'll email you back and ask for your shipping information and such.