Thread: Survived first straight razor shave, now need to survive aftershave...

Your technique will improve and irritations and nicks go away don't worry. Follow advices above and yes Nivea is cheap, common and effective.
Welcome. Have fun

Originally Posted by JTmke

Just starting out try a balm to cool any irritation. I used Aveeno. Thayer's is great. Skin food by Trumpers is pretty good. Remember you do not need pressure to shave. Eventually alcohol based aftershaves won't sting but cool. I used Proraso as well but it does have a mild sting when learning

+1 no pressure!

Last night I made a super lather with Col. Konks lime glycerin and Proraso red. I also did my whole face. The aftershave I used was different too. Masters Checkered Flag that the guy from Rubinovs suggested. Used a hot towel wrap first. This combination worked nicely. Just a few minor nicks but the burn wasn't as bad as the first shave.