Hello!

Since childhood I've ALWAYS wanted to lather and shave with a straight razor. Just looked so smooth and clean in the movies and on TV.

I've now shaved with a straight razor twice, a Dovo 6/8" Best Quality razor purchased from StraightRazorDesign.com. I did not purchase a strop nor use one, as the website indicated the razor would come professionally sharpened.

Here is my problem: the razor doesn't seem to "freely glide" against my skin. Sometimes it does, most the time it doesn't. Instead, I get a bit of pulling and tugging, and I think it has to do with my angle of attack or pre-shave prep.

Pre-Shave Prep:
-Shower
-Exfoliate face
-Hand scrub cream
-Lather Jack Black Cream + shave soap together and apply

Let me know what you guys think. It almost feels as if proper lubrication is missing from my face when I shave.

All the best, and good to meet you!
Daniel