Thread: Pulling skin tight? ATG

I'm going to go slightly against the tide here and state that:

1) In general, pretty much any razor with a decent blade should give you a CCS (close, comfortable shave). If you can't get a good shave, it's most likely incorrect technique that's the problem.

2) Focusing on BBS is a waste of time. One of the best statements I've seen on these forums was: "BBS is the reward for a good shave, not the target." (or something like that, but you get the idea).

3) You should choose a setup (razor head/blade combo) and then work on your prep and technique until you get a great shave. Pretty much any DE razor should get you there, though some razors are more efficient than others. Switching setups is counter-productive.

I still have pretty tight skin on the neck, but find severe facial contortions help with my shave in stretching and flattening surfaces and shaving problem areas. Besides, I lock the washroom door. No one can see!

Originally Posted by sharptonn

I still have pretty tight skin on the neck, but find severe facial contortions help with my shave in stretching and flattening surfaces and shaving problem areas. Besides, I lock the washroom door. No one can see!

Tried this last night and had to stop shaving because my cat was watching and I still felt embarrassed LOL

Originally Posted by dshaves

Tried this last night and had to stop shaving because my cat was watching and I still felt embarrassed LOL

Yes, I can relate!

Update! So for the last couple of weeks I have been using Noxzema cream as pre shave in between each lather and 4 drops of pure glycerin added to the lather to my shaves. Aftershave is pure aloe vera from Safeway grocery store on my neck and any other aftershave type on my face (face skin is not sensitive just the neck). I have to thank everyone here who helped me with their suggestions because I can get a complete 3 pass shave just shy of BBS without irritation or frustration!!!yeah!!! I am going through the sample pack of blades that feltspanky had sent me which is awesome of him to do that and exciting for me to go through them!!! Again thank you guys

I'm glad you were able to work out the issues with your shave. I hope they continue to improve.

Good luck!

Originally Posted by yohannrjm

I'm glad you were able to work out the issues with your shave. I hope they continue to improve.

Good luck!

Thank you for the encouragement!