Thread: Does anyone use this grip?

Originally Posted by K37

Maybe that's why I'm getting such razor burn, because I'm using this grip which allows me to more securely bear down on the blade and my skin?! That and my lather keep drying up on me.

Yeah, you don't want to be bearing down on the razor at all. Let it do the work, and things will go much more smoothly. If you notice your lather is drying out, just set down your razor and re-lather the parts that need it. You can try adding more water to your lather as well, but usually when lather is drying out for folks starting out, it's mostly because they are (rightly) taking their time.