So, I have had quite the adventure in my wet shaving story. I started out with a Merkur Barber Pole razor, Astra SP blades, a Semogue brush and a cheap puck of VDH soap. I really enjoyed my shaves, and was ready to try new things. I've been using Cremo Original, Pacific Shaving Caffeinated, TOBS Sandalwood, Jermyn Street, Trumpers Coconut, and most recently a tub of Truefitt and Hill Ultra Comfort.
Ever since experimenting with new soaps, I've developed a horrible, burning, itching rash on my face only wear I shaved. I even tried a Parker's Synthetic, thinking maybe I was allergic to boar hair. I'd even tried with Gillette's new razor, the 2 bladed Skin Guard, and nothing seemed to help.
So, this morning I decided to start from the very beginning, and found a puck of VDH, and went to town. This was the only thing I changed in my routine. To my surprise, the rash was completely gone, and I'd had the best shave I'd had in months. It's a bit frustrating to have spent all that money to find out the cheapest product I have, works best for me.
I guess my question is this. Is there something in the higher end creams and soaps that I'm allergic to? Has anyone else had this experience?
Ever since experimenting with new soaps, I've developed a horrible, burning, itching rash on my face only wear I shaved. I even tried a Parker's Synthetic, thinking maybe I was allergic to boar hair. I'd even tried with Gillette's new razor, the 2 bladed Skin Guard, and nothing seemed to help.
So, this morning I decided to start from the very beginning, and found a puck of VDH, and went to town. This was the only thing I changed in my routine. To my surprise, the rash was completely gone, and I'd had the best shave I'd had in months. It's a bit frustrating to have spent all that money to find out the cheapest product I have, works best for me.
I guess my question is this. Is there something in the higher end creams and soaps that I'm allergic to? Has anyone else had this experience?