Multi-blade razors
Discussion
I nicked myself 'again' with my feather blade 
It's the only blade I'm having problems with, I think I'll stick with Gillette Silver Blue from now on!
Also had no joy with that shavette from blue beards, maybe it's because it's so light compared to the r89 and I can't get used to it. By gutted really! Are the heavier straight razors easier to use?
It's the only blade I'm having problems with, I think I'll stick with Gillette Silver Blue from now on!
Also had no joy with that shavette from blue beards, maybe it's because it's so light compared to the r89 and I can't get used to it. By gutted really! Are the heavier straight razors easier to use?
griffin dai said:
I nicked myself 'again' with my feather blade
It's the only blade I'm having problems with, I think I'll stick with Gillette Silver Blue from now on!
Also had no joy with that shavette from blue beards, maybe it's because it's so light compared to the r89 and I can't get used to it. By gutted really! Are the heavier straight razors easier to use?
Not sure why you're nicking yourself.... this thread has proven time and time again that everyone suits different blades, so I guess you'll need to experiment. Generally new blades, no more than 3 shaves each and a warm face and you should have a very smooth shave.It's the only blade I'm having problems with, I think I'll stick with Gillette Silver Blue from now on!
Also had no joy with that shavette from blue beards, maybe it's because it's so light compared to the r89 and I can't get used to it. By gutted really! Are the heavier straight razors easier to use?
GOG440 said:
Eventually hurts like hell doesnt it.
Doesnt bloody stop bleeding for ages either
Its still stinging now. Bleeding has stopped though. Doesnt bloody stop bleeding for ages either
I had a really long growth this morning and no time for a shower before hand. Even after a bit if a soak ibstill felt the beard pulled like hell under my nose.
soad said:
LordGrover said:
Mine arrived this morning, in a shiny purple/aubergine bag. 
ecsrobin said:
zygalski said:
You could always dab to cut with a styptic pencil. Ok it'll sting like mad for a few seconds, but it's surprising how well they stop the bleeding.
When you've just lost the skin on your finger I doubt a styptic pencil will CUT it....Best advice though is not to cut your finger open.
LordGrover said:
How do you define 'sensitive skin'? I reckon it's hogwash made up by marketing types to sell 'special' products.
Rash is probably down to your choice of weapon and lubricant.
Switching to DE safety razor and proper soap/cream and brush will likely eliminate the issue.
Any half decent razor and good blade combo will shave you closer and cause less irritation when performed properly, check youtube for geofatboy and mantic59 for some excellent tutorials.
Mühle R89 razor is cheap, Personna red blades widely recommended, best/super badger brush and a nice shave cream. I'd add an alum block and styptic pencil to treat/staunch the nicks you'll inevitably make while re-learning how to shave.
It'll take a little longer when you start out, taking two or three passes but it really is worth it.
Razor rash/burn, ingrowing hairs, spots, etc. a thing of the past!
Once you've gotten the hang of it maybe switch up to a more aggressive head/razor for an even closer shave/experience.
So I bought the Muhle R89 razor and Personna blades today. I was really excited about using it and as I type this, I have a neck almost as smooth as a baby's bum. However, the experience wasn't exactly stress free. I like to keep facial stubble so was only focusing on my neck. I went with the grain, making small strokes and letting the razor do the work (at least I think I did). After one sweep I had a small cut but nothing major. When I felt my neck it was still pretty rough in places so I decided to give it the once over again. I reapplied my shave gel (£15.00 from Clarins - bought for me as a gift so probably not the most obvious choice on here) and this time went across the grain and against the grain which I think is what caused it to all go wrong. It felt fine at the time but when I washed my neck, I had around 5 or so nicks and red spots all over the place. A couple of hours on and it doesn't look too bad now and feels fine but I'm wondering how I can avoid this next time. I've watched videos of folk going against the grain so I'm not too sure where I have gone wrong. Any advice would be great.Rash is probably down to your choice of weapon and lubricant.
Switching to DE safety razor and proper soap/cream and brush will likely eliminate the issue.
Any half decent razor and good blade combo will shave you closer and cause less irritation when performed properly, check youtube for geofatboy and mantic59 for some excellent tutorials.
Mühle R89 razor is cheap, Personna red blades widely recommended, best/super badger brush and a nice shave cream. I'd add an alum block and styptic pencil to treat/staunch the nicks you'll inevitably make while re-learning how to shave.
It'll take a little longer when you start out, taking two or three passes but it really is worth it.
Razor rash/burn, ingrowing hairs, spots, etc. a thing of the past!
Once you've gotten the hang of it maybe switch up to a more aggressive head/razor for an even closer shave/experience.
On your neck I would advise against anything other than with the grain until you have a perfect technique as its the most sensitive part of the face to razor burn.
To improve the shave, hot wet towel round the neck for a couple of minutes before. Shave, rinse, fingers for rough bits, recream, shave slower and smaller over these areas.
To improve the shave, hot wet towel round the neck for a couple of minutes before. Shave, rinse, fingers for rough bits, recream, shave slower and smaller over these areas.
As an update, chaps, having blown a shedload of cash on various HUGELY expensive creams, gels, balms, skin foods in the last three years I believe I have finally found the best combination (for me at least).
And after all that they are both DIRT CHEAP!!!!
I shave my head and face every day with DE razor, and have done so for three years.
1. ARKO shaving soap.
Turkish I believe - £1 a stick, lasts for about two months.
2. Banana Boat Aloe Vera Gel
No oil, just alcohol and water and Aloe Vera. £2 a 500ml bottle. Lasts two months. Cools and soothes and is light as a feather.
Seriously, this £3 combination is head and shoulders above any other combination I have ever tried.
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And after all that they are both DIRT CHEAP!!!!
I shave my head and face every day with DE razor, and have done so for three years.
1. ARKO shaving soap.
Turkish I believe - £1 a stick, lasts for about two months.
2. Banana Boat Aloe Vera Gel
No oil, just alcohol and water and Aloe Vera. £2 a 500ml bottle. Lasts two months. Cools and soothes and is light as a feather.
Seriously, this £3 combination is head and shoulders above any other combination I have ever tried.
You're welcome
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