Shaving Facial Hair

[kzm007]

Dunno why I didn't think to ask this earlier, years earlier.

How do you go about shaving the remnants of a mustache from the corners of your mouth? I'm using a Gillette Fusion, and I've been baffled since I started at 12 lol.

Gentlemen, I thank you -

Kegan

[The Professor]

I'm into traditional wet shaving. I have a boar's brush (only thing available locally when I needed a brush), good shave cream (using Tayloy of Old Bond rose cream at the moment), and a double-edge "safety" razor with good blades (I've found Japanese Feather blades to work best on my beard).

On an average day, I'll do 2-3 passes: 1 x with the grain and 2 x across the grain

On a pampering day I'll seek a bbs: 1 x with, 1 x across (right to left), 1 x across (left to right), 1 x against, touch-ups as needed

With the right hydration, later, and technique, you'll find all those trouble spots disappear. :)

[kzm007]

I'm into traditional wet shaving. I have a boar's brush (only thing available locally when I needed a brush), good shave cream (using Tayloy of Old Bond rose cream at the moment), and a double-edge "safety" razor with good blades (I've found Japanese Feather blades to work best on my beard).

On an average day, I'll do 2-3 passes: 1 x with the grain and 2 x across the grain

On a pampering day I'll seek a bbs: 1 x with, 1 x across (right to left), 1 x across (left to right), 1 x against, touch-ups as needed

With the right hydration, later, and technique, you'll find all those trouble spots disappear. :)

As for shave cream, I'm using the rest of my mother's Envi :rolleyes:, and I do have a handful of Burma-Shave cakes, a brush, and a mug - it just takes too long any more, but I'll get back into it someday.

I don't want to have to buy a new razor. And may I ask what bbs stands for? I figure if I just shave repeatedly, gently, in every direction, I'll get it eventually.

Thanks for the reply -

Kegan

[The Professor]

You've got to go in order -- that's key: with, across, (optional second across,) and against. if you just randomly go at it, you're gonna miss spots, get nicks, get razor burn, etc.

light is right; but stricter technique is key. :tu

ps, BBS = baby's bottom shave
pps, badgerandblade.com is awesome

[Cigary]

I can't remember as I have had my mustache for over 25 years and remember why I grew it,,,I hate shaving that area.

[md4958]

Gillete Fusion razor.
Silver-tip shaving brush.
Pre-shave oil
Art of Shaving shaving cream for sensitive skin.
After shave balm


After a hot shower I apply the oil all over the shaving area. Foam up brush liberally with cream and apply. The shaving brush is almost like a little massage for your face, and the silver tip is so soft that it just feels great and makes the tedious chore of shaving that much more plesant for me.

Shave with the grain with light pressure starting with my sideburns and cheeks.

Neck comes next, again with the grain.

Under the nose is taken care of with the single blade portion of the Fusion, the rest of the moustache area is take care of by the 5blade side

The chin area I leave for last so that the foam has time to soften the stubble that much more.

Any missed spots I dab on some more foam and shave across the grain.

Rinse with warm water, then with cool water to close the pores

Apply after shave balm

I get most of my supplies from the Art of Shaving. I have very sensitve skin on my face and get razor burn very easily, espically on my neck. Yeah, some of the stuff I buy is a little pricey, but I feel its worth it to not have razor burn and ingrown hair.


Here are thier tips for a perfect shave
http://www.theartofshaving.com/taos6/the-perfect-shave.php?trk=header

[Skywalker]

I can't remember as I have had my mustache for over 25 years and remember why I grew it,,,I hate shaving that area.

:tpd: I hate shaving under my bottom lip as well that's why I have a goatee!!!

[Hardcz]

MACH 3 ALL THE WAY!!! Fusion sucks....

When I last shaved my stash a few years back, I shaved down towards my lips, then at all angles. I sometimes use shaving creme, but not often for those areas on the face. Neck is where I need that.

[Commander Quan]

Whats the problem that you have shaving that area?

If you can't get is smooth, try shaving 1. down, 2.in from the outsides, 3. up from the bottom. This is one of the spots that is notorious for the hair growing in different directions. And shaving in different directions will help catch all of it.

If it seams to be to sensitive and you get razor burn or ingrown hairs, try shaving just down. With the fusion you have 2 things working against you here. The giant head is difficult to fit in tight spots like under the nose so you have to press pretty hard and, the lifting and cutting motion that all the blades are supposed to make can really cause more ingrown hairs.

[tobii3]

well, AFTER you go through Puberty, your hair thickness will increase.

For right now, just drink your milk and let your cat drink the milk mustache off...along with your peach fuzz....

:r

[WildBlueSooner]

well, AFTER you go through Puberty, your hair thickness will increase.

For right now, just drink your milk and let your cat drink the milk mustache off...along with your peach fuzz....

:r

:r
I rock this style so it is kind of hard to shave the stache

http://miasmaticreview.mu.nu/mt-static/images/Mustache.JPG

[MedicCook]

I just hate shaving.

[mosesbotbol]

I get most of my supplies from the Art of Shaving.
http://www.theartofshaving.com/taos6/the-perfect-shave.php?trk=header

Art of Shaving make nice products.

I use their 3 step products too and like them. I also use that blue Kiehls aftershare toner before the AoS lavender balm.

[mhailey]

nice badger brush, some Mama Bear's shaving soap (sandalwood vanilla), and my Tiger Straightedge. Slow and steady, and enjoy shaving like a man.

Matt

[AllOGistics]

I'm into traditional wet shaving. I have a boar's brush (only thing available locally when I needed a brush), good shave cream (using Tayloy of Old Bond rose cream at the moment), and a double-edge "safety" razor with good blades (I've found Japanese Feather blades to work best on my beard).

:tpd:

I started using traditional wet shaving after I got tired of razor burn and pulled hairs. I found the single blade (after I got the technique) easier to get a much cleaner shave. I use a Merkur with both Feather and Swedish Gillette blades. I got my boars hair brush from Art of Shaving. It took a little practice, but now, it's quick and works great.

I didn't realize there were some fans of the badger and blade on the board.

[hova45]

Gillete Fusion razor.
Silver-tip shaving brush.
Pre-shave oil
Art of Shaving shaving cream for sensitive skin.
After shave balm


After a hot shower I apply the oil all over the shaving area. Foam up brush liberally with cream and apply. The shaving brush is almost like a little massage for your face, and the silver tip is so soft that it just feels great and makes the tedious chore of shaving that much more plesant for me.

Shave with the grain with light pressure starting with my sideburns and cheeks.

Neck comes next, again with the grain.

Under the nose is taken care of with the single blade portion of the Fusion, the rest of the moustache area is take care of by the 5blade side

The chin area I leave for last so that the foam has time to soften the stubble that much more.

Any missed spots I dab on some more foam and shave across the grain.

Rinse with warm water, then with cool water to close the pores

Apply after shave balm

I get most of my supplies from the Art of Shaving. I have very sensitve skin on my face and get razor burn very easily, espically on my neck. Yeah, some of the stuff I buy is a little pricey, but I feel its worth it to not have razor burn and ingrown hair.


Here are thier tips for a perfect shave
http://www.theartofshaving.com/taos6/the-perfect-shave.php?trk=header

I love this place I got atleast 3 times a month to get a royal shave there. Man I love their products and I get razor bumps and razor burn easily, but with their products and following their instructions i am good. Also Khiels has some amazing stuff.

[TRicker]

Gillete Fusion razor.
Silver-tip shaving brush.
Pre-shave oil
Art of Shaving shaving cream for sensitive skin.
After shave balm


After a hot shower I apply the oil all over the shaving area. Foam up brush liberally with cream and apply. The shaving brush is almost like a little massage for your face, and the silver tip is so soft that it just feels great and makes the tedious chore of shaving that much more plesant for me.

Shave with the grain with light pressure starting with my sideburns and cheeks.

Neck comes next, again with the grain.

Under the nose is taken care of with the single blade portion of the Fusion, the rest of the moustache area is take care of by the 5blade side

The chin area I leave for last so that the foam has time to soften the stubble that much more.

Any missed spots I dab on some more foam and shave across the grain.

Rinse with warm water, then with cool water to close the pores

Apply after shave balm

I get most of my supplies from the Art of Shaving. I have very sensitve skin on my face and get razor burn very easily, espically on my neck. Yeah, some of the stuff I buy is a little pricey, but I feel its worth it to not have razor burn and ingrown hair.


Here are thier tips for a perfect shave
http://www.theartofshaving.com/taos6/the-perfect-shave.php?trk=header

= I have a Vagina

I use bic disposable razors and hot water. Nothing else. Thats how a real man rocks it!!

[md4958]

= I have a Vagina

I use bic disposable razors and hot water. Nothing else. Thats how a real man rocks it!!

for anybody that has met you the above is completely believable!

hairy bastage

[Commander Quan]

I didn't realize there were some fans of the badger and blade on the board.

I have the same username at B&B as I do here

[TRicker]

for anybody that has met you the above is completely believable!

hairy bastage

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/393/teenwolf.jpg (http://img253.imageshack.us/my.php?image=teenwolf.jpg)
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[AAlmeter]

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=10851


A lot of good info here

[WildBlueSooner]

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=10851


A lot of good info here

:r

[uncballzer]

You can use the back single blade of the fusion to do the close work around your lip. I too use the traditional wet shave with double edge safety razor, badger brush, and some kind of glycerine bar soap--gets a good shave for the most part, but I still have to use the fusion back blade daily to get around a slight mole underneath my nose that I can't get good enough with the safety razor. After I went to the safety razor and brush, shaving is the best part of my morning!

[jwintosh]

holy cow! my dad never taught me any of this!! mach 3 w/edge gel. takes me all of 3 minutes. never tried a beard as it would take me years (and years). given up on trying a stache as it just looks ridiculous!

[WildBlueSooner]

Anyone know where to find a good double edge razor for a good price. I think I might try a "real wet shave". I already have a good brush and some good after shave...just need a good razor and a good cream!

[AllOGistics]

Anyone know where to find a good double edge razor for a good price. I think I might try a "real wet shave". I already have a good brush and some good after shave...just need a good razor and a good cream!


I recommend the Merkur HD.

This is where I got mine. Lee's (http://www.leesrazors.com/categories/Razors/Safety-Razors/)

I'd also recommend ordering a variety pack of double-edged blades. This will give you a good place to start. I go to West Coast Shaving (http://westcoastshaving.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2&zenid=f74ee80c47de53ba2b70d53ef3b00a35) for sampler packs or ordering new blades. I also picked up my brush at the Art of Shaving.

Badger and Blade (www.badgerandblade.com)is a great place to start. They have tons of advice, tips, and reviews. I hope this helps.

[tobii3]

= I have a Vagina

I use bic disposable razors and hot water. Nothing else. Thats how a real man rocks it!!

CLEANUP ON MONITOR 6!!!

:r

[WildBlueSooner]

I recommend the Merkur HD.

This is where I got mine. Lee's (http://www.leesrazors.com/categories/Razors/Safety-Razors/)

I'd also recommend ordering a variety pack of double-edged blades. This will give you a good place to start. I go to West Coast Shaving (http://westcoastshaving.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2&zenid=f74ee80c47de53ba2b70d53ef3b00a35) for sampler packs or ordering new blades. I also picked up my brush at the Art of Shaving.

Badger and Blade (www.badgerandblade.com)is a great place to start. They have tons of advice, tips, and reviews. I hope this helps.

Thanks Greg...much appreciated!

[AllOGistics]

I forgot to mention. Sometimes you can find good deals on ebay.

[mhailey]

Anyone know where to find a good double edge razor for a good price. I think I might try a "real wet shave". I already have a good brush and some good after shave...just need a good razor and a good cream!

www.classicshaving.com

www.vintagebladesllc.com

http://mamabearssoaps.com/ (GREAT SHAVING SOAP!)

i have no relation to any of the above vendors

Matt

[GreekGodX]

That badger and blade site seems to be the equivalent of what CA is to cigars.. Looks very good IMO

[kzm007]

Holy...

thanks to all :tu quite the expansive little list for just one question.

[rizzle]

A pair of pliers and a blowtorch.

[The Professor]

Anyone know where to find a good double edge razor for a good price. I think I might try a "real wet shave". I already have a good brush and some good after shave...just need a good razor and a good cream!
I've procured most of my stuff from West Coast Shaving (http://westcoastshaving.com/).

I started with (and am still using) the Merkur HD (34C) razor. It's generally a consensus that it's the best "starter" razor for folks because it's forgiving but will still lend itself to advanced technique.

Blades are purely personal. I got the small sampler pack (though I'd recommend the large one) from West Coast. I started at the beginning and worked my way up to more and more "aggressive" (read: sharp) blades and, as I mentioned earlier, have really settled into the Japanese Feathers. But like I said, it's all about *your specific* beard, your skin, and your technique -- the comination of these things will determine what blade works best for YOU. If you do the sampler, spend at least one week using each type of blade -- don't switch brands every other day. Oh ... and just skip the Merkur blades. They're trash.

As for cream, check out the forums and reviews over at B&B. There are so many good things out there that it's hard to recommend just one. As such, I'll recommend two. :D
1. Proraso shave cream: you can get this at Bath & Body Works locally under the "Bigelow" (sp?) brand, which is the USA import version. It's menthol and eucalyptus and is very soothing.

2. Taylor of Old Bond Street: it's the sh*t. Really. I've been using it 3-5 times a week since early-January and couldn't be happier. Yeah, it's a tad pricey ($14); but it's SOOOO worth it. I'm using Rose and it's nice -- scent is very light and refreshing.

I forgot to mention earlier that after I rinse (first with warm, then with cold water), I use Proraso Liquid Cream Aftershave. It's very soothing. The scent is mild and invigorating and goes away quickly (I'm very sensitive to perfumes and nothin I use is strong enough to bother me). Sometimes I'll use a Nivea Sensitive Skin Aftershave, which is nice too. I like the Proraso better, generally, though.

[WildBlueSooner]

I've procured most of my stuff from West Coast Shaving (http://westcoastshaving.com/).

I started with (and am still using) the Merkur HD (34C) razor. It's generally a consensus that it's the best "starter" razor for folks because it's forgiving but will still lend itself to advanced technique.

Blades are purely personal. I got the small sampler pack (though I'd recommend the large one) from West Coast. I started at the beginning and worked my way up to more and more "aggressive" (read: sharp) blades and, as I mentioned earlier, have really settled into the Japanese Feathers. But like I said, it's all about *your specific* beard, your skin, and your technique -- the comination of these things will determine what blade works best for YOU. If you do the sampler, spend at least one week using each type of blade -- don't switch brands every other day. Oh ... and just skip the Merkur blades. They're trash.

As for cream, check out the forums and reviews over at B&B. There are so many good things out there that it's hard to recommend just one. As such, I'll recommend two. :D
1. Proraso shave cream: you can get this at Bath & Body Works locally under the "Bigelow" (sp?) brand, which is the USA import version. It's menthol and eucalyptus and is very soothing.

2. Taylor of Old Bond Street: it's the sh*t. Really. I've been using it 3-5 times a week since early-January and couldn't be happier. Yeah, it's a tad pricey ($14); but it's SOOOO worth it. I'm using Rose and it's nice -- scent is very light and refreshing.

I forgot to mention earlier that after I rinse (first with warm, then with cold water), I use Proraso Liquid Cream Aftershave. It's very soothing. The scent is mild and invigorating and goes away quickly (I'm very sensitive to perfumes and nothin I use is strong enough to bother me). Sometimes I'll use a Nivea Sensitive Skin Aftershave, which is nice too. I like the Proraso better, generally, though.

Thanks! The Merkur HD is what I was looking at, I have heard only good things about it. I will try those shaving creams, the sound really good. I also like the idea of the blade sampler pack. Thanks for all of your suggestions!

[Volt]

holy cow! my dad never taught me any of this!! mach 3 w/edge gel. takes me all of 3 minutes. never tried a beard as it would take me years (and years). given up on trying a stache as it just looks ridiculous!

Exactly how I roll..... I never knew so many peeps got all involved with a shave.... Way back in the day I tried those disposable ones - suicide is more preferred to those POS.

[Ahbroody]

Good info I am going to try some of this.

As someone with thick facial hair I have developed a standard pre shave process scrubbing the face before shaving. I tend to use the Zihr shave cream but still use a mach3 or fusion.

Does the double safety razor work well for thicker facial hair?

[The Professor]

Good info I am going to try some of this.

As someone with thick facial hair I have developed a standard pre shave process scrubbing the face before shaving. I tend to use the Zihr shave cream but still use a mach3 or fusion.

Does the double safety razor work well for thicker facial hair?
with an aggressive blade like the Japanese Feathers, yeah ... it make a helluva difference.

[Commander Quan]

For anyone that is interested in getting into wetshaving I would highly recommend watching the videos by mantic59 (http://www.youtube.com/user/mantic59) the videos are very informative for a newbie, and surprisingly entertaining.

A couple things you should know before buying all the gear.

1. Your shave will take longer than 4 minutes. If your are used to putting on some shaving gel and going at it with one pass with a fusion don't be surprised if your first couple shaves take 30+ minutes.

2. Your first couple shaves may be pretty awful. Wet shaving with a Double Edge razor takes a certain amount of skill where as a spring headed cartridge takes about none

3. If you are completely satisfied with your shaves now you may not be any happier or perhaps even less happy with the results of a DE. Most men don't like shaving because it irritates their skin, dries out their face, they get razor burn or ingrown hairs. Using proper prep and proper shaving technique will help eliminate this, this means;
a. Hydrating,and softening the hair.
b. Shaving with multiple passes with the goal of reducing the hair each pass not shaving it off completely,
c. Shaving with a proper lather to protect and hydrate the skin
d.Using very light pressure to glide the razor over the face while holding the razor so that the blade is at the proper angle to cut not the heavy pressure needed to press a cartridge against the skin.

After a week or two you should start to see a difference and actually start enjoying your shaves or at least hate doing it less. Oh and you will be amazed at how close a single blade can cut over a 3,4,or 5 bladed razor.

[Commander Quan]

Does the double safety razor work well for thicker facial hair?

Sharp blades like feathers work well also an "open comb" design works well. Something like this. http://westcoastshaving.com/images/merkur_15c.jpg

[mhailey]

Seriously boys, use a straight razor. Those DE's are nice little toys, but there is nothing like the feeling of putting an open blade against your face and controlling your own destiny (except the feeling of the learning curve on how to use these, and the styptic pencil's tingle on the cut).

Straightrazorplace.com is the forum I learned from, and it is a great forum dedicated to wet shaving.

[skullnrose]

Just getting into this after reading this thread. Picked up a Merkur 38c and all the goodies to go with it. Thanks for posting the links B&B made for some good reading and I'm now a member.I also shave my head anyone here use the HeadBlade ?

[Commander Quan]

I found out about safety razors when I was looking into straights, for me the straights take to much upkeep, and for safety razors there is practically none. I however did pick up a a straight at an antique store a couple weeks ago it may be something I try in the future and it was too good of a deal to pass up for $12. http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/comanderquan/left.jpg

[Commander Quan]

skullnrose, I have a headblade you are welcome to if you want it. I used it for about a week before deciding it wasn't for me I didn't like the fact that you had to push it across the skin it was too easy to press down too much.

[mhailey]

I found out about safety razors when I was looking into straights, for me the straights take to much upkeep, and for safety razors there is practically none. I however did pick up a a straight at an antique store a couple weeks ago it may be something I try in the future and it was too good of a deal to pass up for $12. http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/comanderquan/left.jpg


There's no way I could pass that up for $12. I like the scales.

[Silound]

Hmm, all this talk for getting rid of a little facial hair!

I never bothered. Mach 3/Gillette Gel and I simply take my time. If you stretch the skin or puff your cheeks out, you get a better shave by making the hair stand up better. Also, washing your face with warm water pre-shaving will soften the hairs, which will help (provided you use a sharp razor!).

[bookman]

Shave my mustachoes??? NEVER!!!


http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f293/monkeytot/profilemonkey.jpg

[JPH]

Why do you all always make me want to spend my money on things I dont need??

I found myself browsing the web site going "Ok...I can spend this"... Then reality hit...this IS ANOTHER HOBBY.... I already:

collect/smoke cigars
smoke /collect pipes
hunt (squirrel,rabbit,deer,turkey,duck,geese)
fish (both standard and fly)
golf
roast coffee
manwhoring
collect guns/ammo
semi connoisseur of booze/wine/beer

Now this.....NO SIR's..I'm sticking to BIC as long as possible.

Quan and Prof with your supple faces...LOL

[Commander Quan]

You know it. I wouldn't want you to start having nice shaves anyhow. With all the lady's that would be after you I'd have to beet them off with a stick.

[JPH]

You know it. I wouldn't want you to start having nice shaves anyhow. With all the lady's that would be after you I'd have to beet them off with a stick.

Depending on which stick we are talking about this thread could become very homo erotic ....very quick....

LOL

[Commander Quan]

It would be a Guantanamera Cristal. That's all they are good for right?

[WildBlueSooner]

Why do you all always make me want to spend my money on things I dont need??

I found myself browsing the web site going "Ok...I can spend this"... Then reality hit...this IS ANOTHER HOBBY.... I already:

collect/smoke cigars
smoke /collect pipes
hunt (squirrel,rabbit,deer,turkey,duck,geese)
fish (both standard and fly)
golf
roast coffee
manwhoring
collect guns/ammo
semi connoisseur of booze/wine/beer

Now this.....NO SIR's..I'm sticking to BIC as long as possible.

Quan and Prof with your supple faces...LOL

Oh come on...you only live once ;)

[macpappy]

Glad I don't have to shave anymore.

[nozero]

I recommend the Merkur HD.

This is where I got mine. Lee's (http://www.leesrazors.com/categories/Razors/Safety-Razors/)

Thanks for this! I just ordered:
1 x DE Blade Multipack
1 x Col. Conk Sampler

40 blades 10 each of various brands and 4 soaps. I like this, now I can try them all to see what I like the best!

[WildBlueSooner]

Thanks for this! I just ordered:
1 x DE Blade Multipack
1 x Col. Conk Sampler

40 blades 10 each of various brands and 4 soaps. I like this, now I can try them all to see what I like the best!

Nice..I dont think I am far behind you! Will be placing my order soon.

[Commander Quan]

Nice choice I have the Heavy Long Barberpole and it is my favorite of the 6 razors I have.

[bookman]

Ypu guys ever shop at barbershop.com??? they have lots of olde tyme barber shoppe stuff. Pretty nice! they have like 40 diff kinds of clubman after shaves!

[cricky101]

I recommend the Merkur HD.

This is where I got mine. Lee's (http://www.leesrazors.com/categories/Razors/Safety-Razors/)


I hate you all for making me take up another hobby! :D

And of course, I just placed my order .....

Proraso After Shave Balm (3.4 oz. Bottle)
Proraso Eucalyptus Shaving Cream (5 oz Tube)
Basic Double Edge Razor and Brush Set (includes the Merkur HD, Vulfix 660 Pure Badger brush, metal razor/brush stand, and selection of blades)

Hopefully this will be a good place to start.:tu

[Commander Quan]

This sounds like a very good start.

When you guys get your new Merkurs do yourselves a favor and throw out the one blade that they come packaged with. Merkur Blades are not looked highly upon and the ones that are packaged with the razors are especially bad.

[AllOGistics]

I hate you all for making me take up another hobby! :D

And of course, I just placed my order .....

Proraso After Shave Balm (3.4 oz. Bottle)
Proraso Eucalyptus Shaving Cream (5 oz Tube)
Basic Double Edge Razor and Brush Set (includes the Merkur HD, Vulfix 660 Pure Badger brush, metal razor/brush stand, and selection of blades)

Hopefully this will be a good place to start.:tu

That's a good place to start! I use the HD, and I really like it. I guess this is a different kind of hill we helped push you down. :dance:

[The Professor]

This sounds like a very good start.

When you guys get your new Merkurs do yourselves a favor and throw out the one blade that they come packaged with. Merkur Blades are not looked highly upon and the ones that are packaged with the razors are especially bad.
Yeah. Definitely don't use it to shave -- or any Merkur blade, for that matter. I learned the bloody hard way.

I did save the blades and used them for scraping up paint and finishing paint trim. :r

[WildBlueSooner]

Yeah. Definitely don't use it to shave -- or any Merkur blade, for that matter. I learned the bloody hard way.

I did save the blades and used them for scraping up paint and finishing paint trim. :r

:r well at least they are not a complete waste!

[uncballzer]

This sounds like a very good start.

When you guys get your new Merkurs do yourselves a favor and throw out the one blade that they come packaged with. Merkur Blades are not looked highly upon and the ones that are packaged with the razors are especially bad.

Yeah. Definitely don't use it to shave -- or any Merkur blade, for that matter. I learned the bloody hard way.

I did save the blades and used them for scraping up paint and finishing paint trim. :r


Which double edge blades do you guys prefer? Got a linky?

[AllOGistics]

Try West Coast Shaving (http://westcoastshaving.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2&zenid=df16f826bf21289cf0e2a3acf275974b). I like both the Feathers and the Gillettes. Here are some sample packs you could try. This is usually where I get my blades.

[Commander Quan]

The Feathers are good, actually they are great, almost like a beard eraser. However they are too expensive IMO. I use the Red Box Personnas, I find they are almost as sharp and just as comfortable as the Feathers, and they are CHEAP, $10 for 100. At that price I use one blade for 2 shaves and replace it, so the blade never really gets dull. I would have to shave with a feather 7-10 times to get the same cost per shave.

[AllOGistics]

The Feathers are good, actually they are great, almost like a beard eraser. However they are too expensive IMO. I use the Red Box Personnas, I find they are almost as sharp and just as comfortable as the Feathers, and they are CHEAP, $10 for 100. At that price I use one blade for 2 shaves and replace it, so the blade never really gets dull. I would have to shave with a feather 7-10 times to get the same cost per shave.

That's good to know! I haven't tried those blades yet. My next round of buying blades I might have to give those a try. Thanks for the tip.


100th post! I know some of you are pushing into the thousands, but I'll take this as a small milestone. :dance:

[The Professor]

The Feathers are good, actually they are great, almost like a beard eraser. However they are too expensive IMO. I use the Red Box Personnas, I find they are almost as sharp and just as comfortable as the Feathers, and they are CHEAP, $10 for 100. At that price I use one blade for 2 shaves and replace it, so the blade never really gets dull. I would have to shave with a feather 7-10 times to get the same cost per shave.
See ... and my only regret is I didn't get any RBPs in my sampler pack. It was actually a gift from my wife and she got the smaller sampler rather than the huge one.

That said, you can pickup Feathers on eBay for $34/100 pack. More expensive than the RBPs; but a helluva lot cheaper than any other online store.

[Starscream]

Anyone know where to find a good double edge razor for a good price. I think I might try a "real wet shave". I already have a good brush and some good after shave...just need a good razor and a good cream!

I forgot to mention. Sometimes you can find good deals on ebay.

Ypu guys ever shop at barbershop.com??? they have lots of olde tyme barber shoppe stuff. Pretty nice! they have like 40 diff kinds of clubman after shaves!

Be wary of these internet sources. I hear their product quality is not as good as buying them from a B&M.

[Commander Quan]

Razor blades are the opposite of cigars :rolleyes: all the best ones are from online retailers. I've never found any blades in the stores that are decient. Unless you need to scrape paint.

[WyGuy]

After reading this thread and then looking around at B&B I decided to give a DE a try. Picked up a Merkur 37C and a sampler pack of blades. Hopefully, I end up hating it because if I do like it, it's just another slope to fall down :).

[cricky101]

Had my first ever straight razor shave yesterday.

I was in downtown St. Paul running a couple of errands after work, and walked by a mens shop called Heime's Haberdashery (http://www.heimies.com/).

I'd never been in the shop before, but saw through the window they had shaving supplies - and all this recent talk of shaving made me curious - so I stopped in.

Turns out they had an old-school barbershop as well, so I sat in the chair for my first straight razor shave and loved it.

That place is definitely the equivalent of a man spa.

[12stones]

I'm on my second week with a straight razor and have been hanging out at straightrazorplace.com. It's definitely a great feeling having such a great shave and the routine that goes with it is very relaxing. I'm still working on technique and getting that bbs, but I definitely look forward to shaving now. I used to hate it so much.

Speaking of which, it's time to go shave.

[Commander Quan]

Did any of you guys get the chance to try out the new razors?

[krevo]

lol who would've thought yet another gently activity would be discussed at a cigar forum?

I currently use an Art of Shaving kit (I'm on my 2nd one now) I personally hate buying Mach 3's and have reduced myself to just buying a new razor with the two cartridges because it's cheaper than buying 4 freakin' singles.

I'm gonna check out the Merkur HD. :tu

[skullnrose]

I've been at it 2 weeks now Merkur HD 38C. Tried the derby blade first as I heard they were forgiving I ordered 100(bad move if anyone wants to try them let me know) They are not a bad blade but I got a much better shave with the personnas(sp?) I used the feather blade today and it's sharp!

As far as Soaps and creams go I'm loving the Tabac so much I almost hate to try another but I bought so many i'll have to. I'm using the Porasco preshave cream putting it on before I shower and between that and the steam from the shower It really opens up the pores. I have been finishing up with a cold water rinse and Thayers witch hazel That is until I tried the ALUM BLOCK now this is a must ! After you shave run the block under cold water and rub over you face stops razor burn and any bleeding from small nics. For a larger nic use a Styptic pencil dries sorta white but stops the bleeding fast.

I finish with a spash of Pinaud Clubman and Nivea extra comfort balm.

All and All I look forward to shaving now and trying the new Razors,Soaps,Creams,Sticks,Aftershaves,Blades.

Badger & Blade Is the shaving equivalent to the Asylum. I never knew there could be so much to learn about the simple task of shaving. It's like smoking a drug store brand cigar someone might be enjoying it but you want to let them know there is so much more out there to try.

Hope you can make heads or tails of this post.

[Commander Quan]

I must be weird because I am not a fan of alum at all. Every time I use it, the skin on my neck gets super red and irritated.

[The Professor]

Did any of you guys get the chance to try out the new razors?
I've used it a couple of times. I'm gonna use another the rest of the week; but my initial thoughts aren't super positive. To me, it's now quite as sharp as the Feather and tugs at my beard a little. That said, it's a lot more forgiving than the Feather. :r Too early to render a verdict, though ... so I'm gonna keep slicing and dicing. :D

[SilverFox]

I have all kinds of new goodies showing up in the next day or so. My first reason for going to a double edge was I am sick and tired of paying for those damn cartridges.

Plus I used to use a brush and mug and I miss the ritual of getting a shave ready and done.

I went with the works
Taylor Of Bond Preshave
Kent/Mitchell's Wool Fat Soap
A 25 blade sample pack including Merkur, Astra, Feather, Derby and Wilkinsons
An Edwin Jagger Classic Razor
And a new badger

Looking forward to getting the package

[AllOGistics]

My first reason for going to a double edge was I am sick and tired of paying for those damn cartridges.

That's one of the main reasons I started looking for alternatives. I'm glad I found it and won't look back. Looks like you have some nice stuff coming. Enjoy!

[bigswol2]

All of this shave talk has me interested. I went over and joined badgerand blade. Who wants to do a trade? I don't have a DE razor, many soaps or creams. I'll do a really nice cigar trade for a made up starter kit if anyone is interested.

[gnukfu]

I use disposable razors from a mega pack from BJ's and some Edge shaving cream - that's it to maintain my mega good looks!

[krevo]

I ended up with a Weishei Gillette remake first, then a Merkur HD not a week later.

I'm currently using the Merkur HD, Derby Extras/Personnas + D.R. Harris' Arlington shave cream, with CO Bigelow's Bay Rum AS balm from B&BW.

I've got some Proraso in the mail though, as well as few Trumpers samples I've tried.

[GreekGodX]

anybody have any experience with other triple milled tallow soaps?? I want to try tabac and saw that someone on here had it. Looking for opinions on other Tallow soaps... I looked on BadgerandBlade and saw their reviews/recommendations, but wanted to see what you guys had to say..

[MedicCook]

I ended up shaving the other day. Took a long time and had to do it in 2 different shifts. My razor was screaming at me when I was done.

[jjirons69]

Costco and the 50 Gillette value pack. Edge Gel and Edge aftershave. 2 minutes with a sink full of very warm water. Ta-Da, baby's ass!

No f'ing way I'm using a straight razor! Yikes. Same reason I don't ride a horse and buggy to work, they invited something better. ;)

[BlackDog]

I joined B&B a couple days ago after I decided to quit with Gillette cartridges. I'm "blackdog1101" over there.

I've purchased a Merkur 1904, an Edwin Jagger Best Badger brush, and for fun bought 2 older Gillette's, a "Slim" adjustable and an "Old Style" from the 1920's. I plan, at least for now, to just use drugstore type pucks of soap like Williams or DVH. I've got a blade sampler pack on order.

Gotta be careful or I'll get "Razor Acquisition Disorder." :D

Merkur 1904
http://leisureguy.files.wordpress.com/2006/07/merkur-1904.jpg

Edwin Jagger Best Badger
http://www.theenglishshavingcompany.com/images/EJ947iv.jpg

Gillette "Slim"
http://i.ebayimg.com/13/!BTkggUgBGk~$(KGrHgoOKjEEjlLmY6sPBKJI2fqrSQ~~_12.J PG

And the 1920's "Old Style"

[rizzle]

= I have a Vagina

I use bic disposable razors and hot water. Nothing else. Thats how a real man rocks it!!

:r:r

[Waynegro1]

Gillete Fusion razor.
Silver-tip shaving brush.
Pre-shave oil
Art of Shaving shaving cream for sensitive skin.
After shave balm


After a hot shower I apply the oil all over the shaving area. Foam up brush liberally with cream and apply. The shaving brush is almost like a little massage for your face, and the silver tip is so soft that it just feels great and makes the tedious chore of shaving that much more plesant for me.

Shave with the grain with light pressure starting with my sideburns and cheeks.

Neck comes next, again with the grain.

Under the nose is taken care of with the single blade portion of the Fusion, the rest of the moustache area is take care of by the 5blade side

The chin area I leave for last so that the foam has time to soften the stubble that much more.

Any missed spots I dab on some more foam and shave across the grain.

Rinse with warm water, then with cool water to close the pores

Apply after shave balm

I get most of my supplies from the Art of Shaving. I have very sensitve skin on my face and get razor burn very easily, espically on my neck. Yeah, some of the stuff I buy is a little pricey, but I feel its worth it to not have razor burn and ingrown hair.


Here are thier tips for a perfect shave
http://www.theartofshaving.com/taos6/the-perfect-shave.php?trk=header

:tpd:

It's as if I wrote this myself. :tu

[shilala]

I use a fusion, too. Just changed after 30 years of the same thing.
I just open my mouth and go right around the hole. Ain't no thing.
I stick it in my ears and up my nose, too. Works pretty good.
Hey, on the back of the five blade side there is a single blade. That might help. :tu

[Commander Quan]

Black Dog, Congrats on joining us wet shavers. Once you use is let me know how you like the slim. I have a Fatboy that does nothing for me I'm not really a fan of the Gillette Twist To Open heads I think they are to big and bulky for me. My Super Speed and Lady Gillette is a little better but not much. The Merkur 39C is my daily razor.

[12stones]

I gave my strop to my uncle, so now I need to buy another one. Forgot they were a little pricey when I was being so generous. He was excited, though, so it was worth it.

Started using Tabac cream and have liked it so far...

[BlackDog]

Well I've been shaving for about a week now with the new DE stuff, and so far haven't cut off my head. Actually, it's been going really well. No cuts, a few weepers, and a nice smooth face. So far it's been enjoyable to shave with the DE gear, soap and brush.

One thing I've found that's nice: Nivea Extra Soothing Balm / Sensitive Skin. Most Walgreen, Revco, CVS type drugstores carry it for about $6.50 per bottle. It's very soothing on the face, and has no alcohol. I hate the burn from alcohol based aftershaves.

LINK TO REVIEW (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=4898)

http://media.dermstore.com/catalog/100117/300x300/1520.jpg

[skullnrose]

I have been using the Nivea shave balm recently works great. Also I just started using a Mama bears soap called Awakenings Glycerin Shave Soap 100% Natural
100% natural soap with Peppermint, tea tree and menthol... Not for the faint of heart.... Love it as a change of pace but Tabac is still my go to shave cream.

[Commander Quan]

I am so jealous of you guys that can shave with soap.I have very hard water and soap just doesn't work for me. A water softener is on the list but unfortunately there are other more important things on the list too.

[BlackDog]

Commander, our water is both softened and filtered. Once you have soft water you'll wish you had made the jump sooner. It's much nicer for washing, shaving, bathing, etc. It's also much better for your home's plumbing.

[Commander Quan]

There was one in the house before I bought it but the house was not properly winterized and the head cracked, I don't know if it's even worth fixing or just replacing the whole thing, right night it's been disconnected and is sitting in my basement.