"Words of wisdom Lloyd" Jack Nicholson in "The Shining".funkthulhu wrote:I'm glad I read this thread.
I've seen a lot of threads lately on SMF University, and the General boards about how certain oils and soaps are giving really rough shaves on the first try. I find the same happens to me, but I usually change my blade when I get new stuff (and new blades). I've been stretching blades to 9 or 10 shaves with no real problems until I switch out.
Then I bleed like a stuck hog.
Seems I push down harder and harder as the blade gets duller and duller, by the time I roll around to a new blade I take off everything down to the bone.
I've adjusted my shave technique based on this thread alone and I haven't bled out in 2 weeks. AND I'm still getting just as close a shave.
So, anyway, just my two cents, thanks for another great rule of thumb for great shaves! (And make damn sure to revisit your shave technique before you try any new products!)
Preparation, Preparation, Preparation...
Technique, Technique, Technique...
No Pressure, No Pressure, No Pressure...
Let The Razor Do The Work...
Slow Down, Take Your Time, Relax And Enjoy Your Shave...