Well I took plunge this past week. Had a beard. Shaved first with DE. It was tricker then I thought. Got few nicks and razor burn. Next day shaved cheeks and neck with Dove straight from Lynn. Lot better then expected no nicks. Finished with DE. Still got lot to learn. I'm sure I hadnt got lather right. Usually drys on face before I can get to it. I got to keep working on it. Thanks for all the support.