Thread: Looking forward to each shave already....

Originally Posted by Feebo

I always thought shaving sideways was a bad thing? That it could result in ingrowing hair or something along those lines? It would certainly be a lot easier to get the moustache area sideways, I`m struggling to get the razor straight in from my nose downwards. So that`s one question.

Welcome to SRP!

Many of us use three passes: with the grain (WTG), across the grain (XTG) and against the grain (ATG). The direction on your face will depend on which direction your stubble grows (mine grows in all different directions). Some folks only do two WTG passes, others one WTG and one XTG. You'll need to experiment to find what works for you.

As for my mustache, I use three passes. First a Coupe de Maitre (Master Stoke) WTG, followed by an XTG pass (from both sides toward the center) and finished with an ATG (sometimes affectionately referred to as a "Fool's Pass"). LX_Emergency posted a video demonstrating proper technique for a Coupe de Maitre here. And xman posted a video demonstrating an ATG pass on the upper lip here. The ATG on the upper lip is easy once you develop a bit of confidence. Just trust your right brain and give it a try when you feel you are ready. Note: xman does an ATG on the sides of his face at a 30º angle. That works for him because his beard is so sparse there. It's recommended that an ATG stroke be done at a 2º angle, almost flat against the face.
Namaste,
Morty -_-