My $.02...
In the shower, after all washing is complete, I turn the cold water off so I get steaming water out of the head. I let that run on my wash cloth while I face lather for approximately +/-2 minutes. Then, I use the, now quite warm, rag to marinate. After about 3 minutes of marinating, I step out to my sink to lather again. Then the shave is on. It makes for a very relaxing ritual.
In case anyone cares what this noob thinks (& I'm certain you don't). I just shaved with Mama Bear's Sandalwood Vanilla soap & I was very pleased. It lathered up great, the smell was pleasant but not too strong, and the shave was very close.
Even with all the ADs, my wife is impressed with the improved shaves. Things are good
In the shower, after all washing is complete, I turn the cold water off so I get steaming water out of the head. I let that run on my wash cloth while I face lather for approximately +/-2 minutes. Then, I use the, now quite warm, rag to marinate. After about 3 minutes of marinating, I step out to my sink to lather again. Then the shave is on. It makes for a very relaxing ritual.
In case anyone cares what this noob thinks (& I'm certain you don't). I just shaved with Mama Bear's Sandalwood Vanilla soap & I was very pleased. It lathered up great, the smell was pleasant but not too strong, and the shave was very close.
Even with all the ADs, my wife is impressed with the improved shaves. Things are good