Thread: Pulling skin tight? ATG

It sounds like things are moving in the right direction. I almost never give any recommendations on shaving technique and maybe I should stop here. Most barbers do not recommend ATG passes, OK so now you’ve been warned. All good info re: prep with Creamo, Noxzema or whatever slick stuff you have found.

If you decide to try and use a Str8 ATG to obtain a 48hr shave it is best to make your 3rd pass using small chipping or “buffing” motions. As your confidence builds, when shaving your neck or Adams apple area go ahead and stretch the skin tight. When you think the skin is as tight as you can stretch it, tilt your head back and look up at the ceiling. This will stretch the skin even tighter.

To reduce the chance for cuts, you can also hold the Str8 blade flat by pressing the spine into the skin to get the whiskers to roll up and over the blade (same effect as keeping the skin slack). Your razor blade has to be tip top for this. With practice you will not need to look in the mirror to make these passes. Hope this makes some sense and good luck sir.
Mike
I don’t care too much if my cat wants to stare at me while shaving but I don’t want him rubbing up against my leg when you least expect it!