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08-26-2008, 10:38 AM #7
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Thanked: 131First of all welcome to straight razor shaving!
I have highlighted these parts of your post because I think they are related. It has been my experience that the comfort of my shave has been down to two things. Preparation and care. I suspect your first shave was that much better because you took better of each. If you have razor burn and are making 2 or three passes, stick to two passes WTG or if thats still too much keep it to 1 pass. Remember shaving involves taking care of your skin as much as removing the hair. Be slow and careful, give yourself a hot towel treatment to relax you and open the pores. Your skin will be much more grateful. Use a light touch and a good 30 degree angle. Shave every second day if needs be- I do. Some people shave less often than that. Its a learning curve, so dont be discouraged. Pull the skin tight as you go.
Dont lose heart.