Thread: Rinsing between shaving passes bad for you?

I have always rinsed between passes, thought it was the done thing, sort of get the face clear of any hair or soap/cream left hanging about, will try without a rinse of my next shave.

I've done it both ways and feel pretty neutral either way as they accomplish the same thing. Nothing wrong with trying it out to see what works for you.

Interesting question. Here's my approach. First pass. Next I wet my hands with hot water. I use the wet hands to spread around any remaining lather, usually from my lower neck and around my ears. This does not create any lather, it just puts a smooth film of slickness all over my face. Then I re-lather and shave. I have no idea if it improves the shave, it's just habit. Part of the whole ritual. Go figure!

I only rinse at the end of my shave--first with warm/hot water to remove the soap residue, then with cold water to reinvigorate my face and close the pores before applying an astringent.

I started rinsing between passes when I began shaving using cold water. I use a good cold water rinse before each pass with the thought that it will help raise the remaining beard even more. So far, I've had good results and have been getting shaves that feel closer than they did without the cold water rinse between passes. Whether it's actually making a difference or not, who knows? I can't imagine how rinsing between passes might be detrimental for your skin, though.

Best of luck!

Larry

I just assumed rinsing between passes was the thing to do. I've never thought about not doing it. Oh well, I guess if it ain't broke, I shouldn't fix it, but I just know curiousity is going to get the best of me and now I'll have to try not rinsing between passes.