Thread: Can't get a close shave!

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

So take this the way you want. It just takes practice and lots of it and you need to vary your technique.

Last night when I got out of the shower I took some time staring at my face and trying to figure out how I was going to vary my technique. I just started stretching my skin and paying close attention to which direction my hair is growing and at what points that direction changes. It really gave me a better idea of how to start approaching each area. With that knowledge I made another leap forward and was really surprised by how much closer the shave was. I still have a ways to go but thanks to all of your posts I have now reset my expectations and have a better understanding how long this learning curve might run. I look forward to putting more of your tips and ideas to work tonight.

Welcome to SRP! Patience is the key. I did not expect the bbs shave the first 30 or so shaves. Fact is, I still have not quite got it yet with all 3 passes, close but not yet. The learning curve is steep and can be more so by rushing head long into it. I am a little over 2 months in and just now getting my technique down for my chin, enough so the gillette is rarely used. Learn an area at a time and do any "clean-up" with your old shaving method. You will be amazed with the results if you take the time.