Thread: Tired of razor burn and bumps

Hello all,

I have contemplated purchasing a straight razor for a long time now. I hate shaving because I always get razor burn or bumps no matter what I do. This website/forum seems like its full of knowledgeable people and good advice. I look forward to learning about straight razors one day finally enjoying a shave. Til then, I'll just continue to grow out my beard.

-Take care

Wecome to the learning curves.

Keep in mind that a dull straight can cause just as many problems as a disposable, but a wow is much easier with a shave ready straight.

Jonathan

Consider a DE (safety razor) as well as a straight razor. Cheaper to buy, easier to use. Blade cost is around 10 cents per shave (based on Feather blades at 50 cents each, lasting 5 shaves).

In my experience, a DE's shave comfort is comparable to a straight. The shave might not be quite as close, but it's pretty good.

If you've only tried cartridge razors, or disposables, with canned shaving cream, you have some pleasant experiences to look forward to.

. charles

Originally Posted by cpcohen1945

Consider a DE (safety razor) as well as a straight razor. Cheaper to buy, easier to use. Blade cost is around 10 cents per shave (based on Feather blades at 50 cents each, lasting 5 shaves).

In my experience, a DE's shave comfort is comparable to a straight. The shave might not be quite as close, but it's pretty good.

If you've only tried cartridge razors, or disposables, with canned shaving cream, you have some pleasant experiences to look forward to.

. charles

Your advice should be heeded. Solve the razor burn first. A DE razor solved 40 years of discomfort for me.

I am a straight razor shaver now, but I went the DE route first.

A sharp blade and a really good shaving soap or cream makes all the difference in the world!

Razor burn is usually caused by too many passes in rapid succession. Don't do that and it should fix the problem.

I've fallen into that trap before with cartridge razors (that maybe had reached the end of their useful life) on the upper lip area trying too hard to get stubble that just wouldn't submit to the razor.

I found traditional shaving fixed my problem with razor burn. But heed this warning. It is not immediate. You will need to develop the skill first. After I learned proper pressure and angle everything fell into place. I found that a single pass shave is comparable if not better than shaving with the old cartridge could do.

No matter what tool you use to remove whiskers the focus should be on beard prep and shaving technique.

Another vote for a sharp blade and good prep. You might want to leave the lather on for three or four minutes then rinse and re-lather. That should soften the beard and make it easier to cut.

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. Does anyone know of where I could purchase a straight razor in the Bucks County area of Pennsylvania? I done a lot of reading and am eager to start