Thread: 2nd & 3rd shave observation and questions

Originally Posted by Peterman

For my second and third shave I used less pressure and concentrated on my angles, resulting in the bumps and irritations to be kept at a minimum. I also used more water with my cream - I felt my first shave was to dry - and this made a big difference as well.

The toughest area for me is around my mouth and chin. At the corners of my mouth the hair lies very flat to the skin. Which stroke works best in this situation? I am stretching the area as best I can, but I can't decide if with the grain or against will give the best results with the least amount of irritation.

Thanks,
Pete

I was having the same problems back when I started....for the coners of your mouth I always shave the area first with the grain and then very carefully against the grain. One advantage that I have is that two of my razors are spanish point razors...the point can be used to get into areas that are difficult to shave in this case the coners of the mouth and under the nostrils. Good luck.