Thread: Chin is hard to master!

I never do atg on my chin, instead I do two xtg's with a little vertical added in. First pass is straight down, if we call that 0 degrees then my 2nd and 3rd passes are at 120 and 240. That way a full circle of direction is covered, eliminating the need for a true atg pass.

Because of the extreme angle changes needed at the chin, it of course is more of a challenge. One thing that you can do is to use the heel end of the blade. This will give you more control because you have less leverage on that end of the blade.

All good advice. But please remember to look at the counters of your chin and try breaking those contours into smaller flatter planes and just your strokes and angles accordingly. Hope this helps.

Yes the chin is hard!
Never even contemplated trying ATG there.

I'm glad everyone is adding such helpful advice. I'm a complete newbie and have enjoyed reading all the suggestions.

I tend to just do WTG on my chin. After a couple of passes it is pretty close and more than acceptable. I have to say that I chase comfort rather than BBS. It works for me, I don't think there is a need to get hung up on doing all of the passes WTG, XTG & ATG. For me enjoyment is paramount and any discomfort detracts from that.

Maybe that doesn't answer your question, but it works for me.

Yea, the chin is one of if not the hardest part of your face to shave because of the constantly changing angles and possibly the most stout whiskers on your face. This where you will find out if your blade is sharp enough and any tugging suggests that it is not. Using too much pressure to compensate will leave you sore and cut. A good slick lather doesn't hurt either. Stretching the skin, as mentioned, is also a must. It just takes time and we all get there eventually.

Bob

My dad has a goatee, I call it straight razor training wheels.

The chin is tough, but it's no different then anything else with a straight...it just takes time. Once you figure out the angles you're good to go.

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Just break it down in sections that can be kept flat. If you try in one stroke from chin line to lower lip it can be tough. I do mine in about 7 little sections when going ATG

Originally Posted by Utopian

Because of the extreme angle changes needed at the chin, it of course is more of a challenge. One thing that you can do is to use the heel end of the blade. This will give you more control because you have less leverage on that end of the blade.

I took this advice and the advice to try a little "thinner" lather and it has really helped with the chin region.