Thread: Frustrated Straight Razor User

I've been using the changeable blade straight razor for a few weeks and I constantly get cuts. I'm going to list step-by-step what I do when I shave so people can tell me what i'm doing wrong, because it's really annoying!

1. Every shave I change the blade on the razor/ I use Derby razor blades
2. I get a bowl and squirt a little bit of Proraso shaving cream, then wet my brush and mix into a lather
3. Then I use my hands and apply warm water to my face a couple of times
4. Then I use the brush and apply the shaving cream to my face
5. Finally I get the razor, stretch out my skin, and shave in a upwards motion against the grain

When I do it, the razor does not glide easily across my face. It gets caught on the hair. It does not cut the hair easily. It doesn't feel good. What am I doing wrong?

Thanks