Newbie just getting started
Lots of great advice.. and you are 100% right.. how does a newbie tell quality.in the begining when you have nothing to compare to??
I remember reading the reviews on shaving soaps and creams.. They talked about cushion, latherabiliy, ... I had no idea what all that meant. So you decide to trust someone who knows... you've already gotten some great advice. My Dad always told me.. listen to everyones advice.. never turn down advice... then ... separate the good advice from the bad and do what ... you ... think is best.
I've seen plenty of nice starter razors on the classifieds at SRP for 30.00 shave ready and shipped. 39 is more likely but be patient and you'll find one.. Shave soap, brush and bowl can be had at walmart for 7.95. if you want to go that route.
I personally would try to find "The Body Shop" in a Mall somewhere... There is a sale now on there skin products and the male line includes... Pre shave oil..(which I highly recomend to a new shaver) Shave cream (great product rated high on SRP Reviews) and a nice after shave Balm. The three products can be had for 30.00 on sale (but 40.00 off sale).. 10.00 / each is not bad... They also have a nice synthetic brush for 11.00.. So that's my 10 cents errr 30.00 dollar advice... approximately...
Hope this helps...
I like a pre shave oil... beard preparation just adds more comfort and insures a better chance of having a nice first shave.. The Body Shop Shave cream is cheap...makes a great lather and there is no shipping and handling.. It also has a great cushion in my opinion..
So good luck!! have fun...
Maq