Today, I am 4 shaves into this world of wet shaving with a DE razor. My first two shaves were with a Van Der Hagen razor from Walmart. I didn't care for how much slop was in the razor. I could move the blade a couple millimeters and felt the variation would hamper my progress. Took a drive up to Maggard's and bought the basic shave kit. I feel it is a good deal.
My last two shaves were with the new razor. The tolerances are much better, so I believe that variable is fairly well eliminated. Now, I have to work on my technique.
After my last 3 shaves, my chin has been a bit red. It doesn't burn or itch, but it is red. I am pretty certain I am struggling with blade angle and causing irritation. On my last shave, I feel like I am finally starting to get the feel of the razor on my face. The angle is starting to feel a bit more natural.
I am struggling with the bottom side of my jaw line, especially around my chin. Also still don't have the angle right on my neck and bottom chin in general. Practice makes perfect
For once in my life, I actually wished my facial hair grew faster! Pretty messed up, right? I only need to shave about every 2-3 days, especially with this close of a shave.
My last two shaves were with the new razor. The tolerances are much better, so I believe that variable is fairly well eliminated. Now, I have to work on my technique.
After my last 3 shaves, my chin has been a bit red. It doesn't burn or itch, but it is red. I am pretty certain I am struggling with blade angle and causing irritation. On my last shave, I feel like I am finally starting to get the feel of the razor on my face. The angle is starting to feel a bit more natural.
I am struggling with the bottom side of my jaw line, especially around my chin. Also still don't have the angle right on my neck and bottom chin in general. Practice makes perfect
For once in my life, I actually wished my facial hair grew faster! Pretty messed up, right? I only need to shave about every 2-3 days, especially with this close of a shave.