I’ve been experimenting with shaving against the grain for a closer shave, but it’s tricky to avoid irritation. Anyone have tips on blade choice, pressure, or prep routines that work for them?
YO!! Shaving ATG is like playing RUSSIAN ROULETTE with your face if you don’t prep right LOL!!! First off, USE A FRESH BLADE—don’t be cheap with that dull thing, it’s not 2005!!! Also, WARM WATER is KEY!!! Let it soak for a few minutes to soften the hair, like a hot towel at the barber. And for the LOVE OF ALL THINGS HOLY, LIGHT PRESSURE!!! You’re not scraping paint off a wall, bro. GENTLE STROKES FTW!!!
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