Quote Originally Posted by cwrighta70 View Post
Honestly, I find that when laying the blade flat/motionless on the skin, it is much easier to cut yourself. Personally, I would try to make it all one sweeping motion. Start the downward motion just before touching the skin. I've had really good results from this.

Good luck!
+1 on this.

Most of the cuts I got when getting started were due to laying the blade down and then accidentally moving sideways. Starting movementand then contacting the skin is the best way to keep from getting cut. Just make sure to keep the pressure light. You want to use as little pressure as possible. You skin is WAY more pliable than the blade. You do not need to push down. Pressure changes the angle the blade contacts your face at and causes irritation.