Originally Posted by
Bart
You're doing fine, Oldfashionned,
Since you seem determined to do an ATG-pass with that straight in this phase of your learning process, I really must urge you to go hide that M3 somewhere for a while. Just do one WTG-pass, which is quite normal to be less close than what you're used to from your M3 WTG-pass. Then rinse you face with hot water. Nevermind about the Proraso, it has done its job softening your whiskers, and you don't need to re-apply it. Get a thin coat of real runny lather on your face, thin enough to see really well in the mirror what you are doing. You do have a clear mirror in that shower, do you?:eek:;)
Now, with that shallow angle and light pressure, make short, upward strokes, to perform your ATG-pass. Make overlapping strokes from about half an inch long. It helps to move the razor just a little bit diagonally. The best spot to start is down at the left side of your neck (if you're right handed) Stick your chin out and use your free hand to stretch the skin downwards. Watch closely, you'll be able to see how the blade scoops that stubble of your face. Don't go over the same spot more than twice. Rinse with cold water when done and finish with your normal after-shave routine. Forget about that M3, be happy with the result as it is (and improves with every shave), and give your face an extra day rest in between shaves, till you really get the hang of it.
Smoothness lies ahead of you. Only time will tell, how far.:)
Bart.