Thread: New Owner of the Edwin Jagger De89bl

SO I did some research and based on reviews I decided to convert from the Gillette to the Edwin Jagger De89bl. I am using shaving cream from the art of shaving and a silver tip brush. I took my time read posts and watched several video so here i go...

First shave went soso, bad irritation and blood spots on my neck. Just shaved top to bottom 3 shaves. OK I said maybe cause it is my first shave, 3 days later i did my head and face and again irritation and blood spots.. Head was not that bad but face was very irritated. I do use art of shaving moisturizer after shaving. I have noticed that my skin gets very irritated if i shave side to side or against the grain.

I am using stock Derby Extra blades. Is this the cause of the bleeding and irritation? I am not putting any pressure on the razor, and i am stretching my skin by the jaw line...

I like to shave with the Edwin but it is killing my face. any suggestions?

Try adjusting your angle a bit. Sounds like the blade is scraping your skin.

I have the same razor and I love it.

Hard to say if the Derby blade is partly cause to your burn and cuts....it was for me, i had more luck with a little more aggressive blade.... and for now the wilkinson sword blade gives me the best/closest shave.

I´m still going through a razorblade sampler pack, to find out which blade fits my face and skin best. I recommend you do the same. Every face is different and what works for me might give you the worst shave EVER.

Oh and angle of razor as before mentioned is important too. DE is a learning curve as well as the straight (although faster)

Lastly little to no pressure is also advisable, just enough pressure to keep the head of the razor on your skin.

Moving from carts to a DE is not simple. Carts allow you to do things that will get you razor burn and cuts with a DE. The most common error is the application of pressure, carts shave closer with it, DEs do not. No pressure at all is required with a DE and the appropriate blade. Take small strokes (about an inch), never press the razor into the skin, guide the razor according to the growth patter of YOUR beard. The WTG, XTG and ATG diagrams are guidelines that need to be adjusted to the particulars of your face and neck.

A blade sample pack is always a good idea for a beginner. It is amazing how personal a choice the razor and blade is. Trial and error are the only way to find what suits you the best. The EJ 89 is a middle of the road razor, not mild and not a face peeler. If you are experiencing tugging or pulling, either the angle of the head is wrong and/or the blade in the EJ is not sharp enough. Don't try to overcome this with force or pressure. Stop, change blades and/or examine the head angle.

Prep is important. A pre-shave product like Proraso green or white might help. A good lather is also very important. How to build one takes practice. Take your time, use no pressure. Enjoy the learning experience, it's worth it.