Try this with the williams soap. Before you get in the shower put hot water in the shaving mug (with the williams) along with the brush. This will help when you try to make lather. I usually swirl the brush for about two minutes before I apply it to my face. Make sure you wet your face and neck to prevent the williams from drying too quickly. After lathering I strop my razor, the time it takes to strop will give your face time to moisten, and then I start to shave. Work on your stretching of the skin and angle of the blade and you should get a better shave.