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Length does not matter in my opinion. In fact I recently shaved off my half length beard and found the straight to easily and cleanly go through it all with no problem.Much more efficient than any clipper .;) Chalk one more point up for straight razors !!
Let us know the disposition of your second shave once you get it done. Pressure, or lack thereof, is a big factor. I was told once to imagine that the razor is a feather and you're trying to tickle your face with it...that's the amount of pressure you should use. When I started, I did the same thing and my face was on fire for hours!
Alright... I have shaved a second and a third time.
I can't express to you guys how much of a better shave the 2nd and 3rd times were than the first.
I wish I knew exactly what the difference was unless it was just plain ol experience.
Although the first time I shaved I didnt do much for beard prep. The next time I took a hot shower and put conditioner on my beard for a couple minutes and then a hot towel.
That might have been the difference because my hair just melted off my face when I put the razor to it.
Thank you guys so much for the help. I look forward to my next shaves where I can already see that each shave I get better. Next thing for me is to learn how to strop!
Congrats on your successful shaves! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Rugesters
With experience comes improved technique, and better, more comfortable shaves. Its not something you can get by reading the wiki (although that does help).