Joundill,

Congratualtions on your first str8 razor shave...

As for those problems areas...That's par for the course. The area around the jaw is frequently an area where new str8 razor shavers encounter some difficulty. I know that I did. In fact, that is still somewhat of a problem area for me when it comes to getting a smooth shave with a str8.

As for cutting the pimple and the nicks...Purchase a tube of Neosporin and a styptic pencil from your local drugstore. When that happens in the future, moisten the styptic pencil and dab it on the affected area, then apply some Neosporin.

Over time you will probably find that your regimen of facial skincare will clear up many, if not all, of the dermatological problems (pimples, etc.) on your face.

Happy shaving...