Thread: Saying hi and asking some advice

Originally Posted by Perdition

Then about a week ago my incredibly amazing girlfriend, having remembered some remarks I had made a few months ago, ordered me this set http://www.classicshaving.com/catalog/item/4065811/3874996.htm from classic shaving.

Uh, Jon, my young lad...... let me say that both are "keepers"! Does she have a sister?


Welcome to SRP! You are going to have so much fun here! The advice given here is excellent and I welcome you to the brotherhood. You can't find a better bunch of folks!

Originally Posted by FTG

+1 on what you said about the whole ritual of the SR shave. I also like the relaxing meditative aspect of it. It isn't just a shave.

Irritated skin - for me, this happens when I
...use too much pressure or
...fuss too much on a particular place (like the chin)

So - try really light strokes (like gently combing your face)

Hello and Welcome:

FTG hit the nail on the head here.

A nice lotion or cream goes a long way. Aftershave or witch hazel or similar type product will dry the skin, but wil stop any bleeders. The amount of bleeder will decrease your technique will improve and the irritation will go away.

BE Safe Out There.

When in doubt shoot twice.

Crom