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    So I've been str8 razor shaving with my new Feather AC for several days. I'm sure its tyocial of newbies, but I'm having a bear of a time negotiating my chin! I tread very softly with little or no pressure as others have advised, but I seem to commonly perform surgery on my chin!

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    On the chin, I normally recommend taking it on in sections. Go after the section under the lower lip first as it is flat. then the two sides as this area is mainly flat. Same for the top part of the bulb of the chin. Save the rounded part for last. The key is to be able to lightly maneuver the razor keeping the cutting angle as you shave the rounded part. You can try shaving from side to side on this part as it may prove to be a little more flat taking the rounded part on from there. This ends up really being just a practice thing and it will get better as you get better at knowing your razor and getting comfortable with it.

    Take your time.

    Have fun.
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    You could also try stretching the rounded areas into flatter sections.

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    It is fun! So long as I don't loose too much blood!! LMFAO. I worship at the styptic alter until I improve.

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    I'll give that a go, Twisted. TY

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    Visualize the contours into smaller flat planes and adjust your strokes accordingly, this should work well if you apply the technique Lynn has suggested.
    It is easier to fool people than to convince them they have been fooled. Twain

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    Good advice given already..I use small little baby type strokes as well and it seems to work well for me

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    All sounds like sage advice. Perhaps now I'll be less likely to slice and dice my chin. 😳😁

    Thanx

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    Well, I changed two variables this morning. I tried Tabac soap (like) and tried a zone approach to my chin using nano-strokes. The Tabac lathered up nicely and seemed to lubricate well. As for my slightly cleft chin, no ritual blood letting. Just a couple of weepers. I'm getting there!!

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    That's the part that takes the longest to master. Give it a try each time you shave, but don't keep going over the same area again and again. If you can't get it to work, make note of what you think might improve it next time, then finish up with your DE / cartridge. No need to punish yourself while you're learning.
    It also helps me to wet the chin with fresh lather right before shaving it. Then small, light strokes.
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