I'm still learning too but I will say it does get better. +1 on using the tongue in the corners of the mouth and upper/lower lips. Just enough to flatten it out so the blade will glide over, not dig in. Don't really pooch it out though either. It takes a while to gain confidence and control of the razor and to learn just how you need to move the blade in different areas. I cut my chin once and that was due to rushing, bad angle, and too much pressure and forcing the blade. It really does take several factors in order to get a successful shave. Prep, good lather, proper angle, and light touch, and of course the usual shave ready razor. Hang in there and good luck!