You just described my shaving life before B&B!Gillette also has a page on it, FWIW:
https://gillette.com/en-us/shaving-tips/shaving-science/why-do-more-razor-blades-matter
The problem for me is the propensity of this design to cause ingrown hairs. I would imagine this problem is exacerbated for those who have very curly hair.
To the OP, no need to confess other than your lack of using a badger brush to work the goo in; this IS Badger & Blade after all. You had the 'blade' part covered.
marty