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Also..don't use the Alum.The witch hazel will work as an astringent and toner just as well. The Alum will set you on fire.

Just another thought.How much glycerin did you use and was there glycerine in the soap prior to adding ? I have seen on some of these threads that glycerine will dry out skin if there is too much....

For your burn,try using some nice witch hazel .It's really soothing.a good AS is Ogallala.It's smells nice and has a very soothing witch hazel base.Also pay attention to your pressure.Sometimes that...

I just can't bring myself to do a hot water shave anymore.I like Mick get the same results when doing hot water.Cold feels more soothing to me now and along with Mitchells wool fat and some Ogallala...

You don't have to sell me...I'm a cold water shaver and I like it just fine.

Maybe a bit of work on the technique and then try the cold again.I don't know how long you've been at this,so just assuming.:)

Hey Mick...mind the creepy crawlies in the wood pile now,but then again...you guys don't have creepy crawlies..you got fighty bitey's !

You really don't need Ice water to do a cold shave.Just cool water will work fine.Just wash your face with glycerine soap before your shave.That will help moisturize your face before the...

Just finished with a cold shave and as usual,always refreshing and smooth.

Water is water to me anymore hot,cold,lukewarm I'm now pretty versatile actually and I get a good shave either way.:)Hiya Paul how goes it ?! Happy New Year !