April 19th: Good 3 days of growth, so pulled out an OC
Timeless 95 SS OC / Crystal Super+ (New)
Dove +Men Pre-Shave
Stirling Green / RR 26mm Monster
Stirling Green AS Splash
Polo Intense Balm
Stirling Green EDT
Results: Superb 3-Pass BBS Shave, had some extra time to enjoy a relaxed shave, and even cleaned up the back of the neck. No nicks, cuts, weepers, just a perfect BBS result. Actually, it's around 2:00 and still feel BBS, rubbing my face.
The Knack gives me smooth and effortless shaves. Bbs, but not the longest lasting. But whenever I need to just knock it out and get on with things I grab the humble Knack. It's truly astounding!
Kai blades are the only stainless blades I have any love for. Although this time I buffed a little too much, going for bbs, and was reminded that stainless blades are more irritating than my usual Treet Black Beauties.
I never need aftershave with carbon blades but I definitely used some today- my 10 year old tube of L'occitane balm was a welcome relief.
Stirling Stainless, Standard Aggression Plate, Feather blade (2nd use).
Coming to the realization that an aveeno product I was trying out as a preshave was causing some irritation on my chin and under my lower lip. I thought there my be another cause, but that doesn't appear to be the case. Shaved 4 times (twice daily) over the weekend to keep the ladies happy with my Muhle R41 GS and was expecting problems in the same area and had none (not using the aveeno product)...live and learn. That stuff is probably going in the trash.
Razor Karve Brass SB-D Blade Willy Premium 3rd
Shave with razor paired with the blade was very smooth and comfortable for all areas in 3passes without any issues resulting in a mostly bbs finish. Enjoyed this combination.