Thread: Breakouts with safety razors?

I think given your most recent experience with a DE that I would agree with what's been said so far. Definitely check the pressure, likely you're pressing harder than you think. Also check your blade angle; coming from a straight you'll no doubt be aware of how important the angle is, but the angle also isn't the same as with a straight. As DZEC pointed out, finding the right combination of blade and razor is essential; if anything, the blade you're using is too aggressive, maybe try a milder one.

Finally, check your lather. This might be an area where coming from a straight is doing you a slight disservice. For a DE, you generally want your lather thicking than you would have for straight shaving. If your lather is already super thick, give using a thinner lather a go to see if that affects things.

Originally Posted by ppetresen

I think given your most recent experience with a DE that I would agree with what's been said so far. Definitely check the pressure, likely you're pressing harder than you think. Also check your blade angle; coming from a straight you'll no doubt be aware of how important the angle is, but the angle also isn't the same as with a straight. As DZEC pointed out, finding the right combination of blade and razor is essential; if anything, the blade you're using is too aggressive, maybe try a milder one.

Finally, check your lather. This might be an area where coming from a straight is doing you a slight disservice. For a DE, you generally want your lather thicking than you would have for straight shaving. If your lather is already super thick, give using a thinner lather a go to see if that affects things.

I'll definitely keep all of this in mind. I might try to switch up soaps next time. Maybe go to Taylor of Old Bond street. Pretty easy lather.

Mostly. Angle like said and light touch. I can get as good a shave from a DE as. Straight. But that’s my secret , feather light strokes