So, i've been getting into it very slowly and carefully. My first shave consisted of my left sideburn (me being left-handed). The 2nd night was my left sideburn, and part of my left cheek. The third day was my whole left cheek and sideburn. Perhaps, I should change my grip, because when done in front of a mirror, my left hand blocks my view of my left-side face, making it difficult to see what i'm doing. Unfortunately, I did cut myself on the third day, no biggie, I expect that to happen a little in the beginning. My main issue is the quality of the shave. I know that, as a beginner, I shouldn't be good at any aspect of it, but it's still scruffy. I shave every day, so the hairs aren't very long to begin with, but am I not supposed to be clean shaven yet on the areas where I shave? I'm just concerned, but it's really not a smooth shave at all. I'm hoping it's not me, and will just take time with the razor. Any tips at getting a smooth shave on the parts that I do shave? I have a good razor, strop it, and shave at a 30% angle, even tried pressing a little harder, but still no smoothness.

Advice/help is greatly appreciated.

THanks,