Thread: The use of hot and cold water, and the preparation of the beard, book excerpt 1869.

I think I'll give it a go!

Just completed my 4th consecutive cold water shave this morning. The routine was, no prep, fill sink with cold water, swirl the brush in the water and shake out, load the brush with soap, splash face with cold water and face lather then using a freshly stropped razor do a 3 pass shave. No problems getting a good lather from creams, soft soaps or sticks with both a boar and a 2 band badger brush. The razors used were various grinds. All shaves have been smooth, comfortable and close so far. My only conclusion is that it works for me and quite well too. It keeps things simple.

Bob