Thread: My own pre-shave oil

Originally Posted by Edwardd

Ok dumb question from a newbie to shaving with a str8.

Given the right mix of oils and after a hot shower or towel treatment.Could you skip the shave soap and just use the oil to get the razor to glide through the pre softened whiskers?If you use almond oil in your mix is this a nutty idea?

Sure you could and if you have extremely insensitive skin and a weak beard, you might end up avoiding razor burn. For most guys, you have to have treat whiskers with soap.