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^^ I've got that one as well :)

I've nearly cut my fingers off a couple of times whilst changing the blade though, they get slippy!
 
had my 4th shave with me EJ DE89L, trying out different blades, i opted for a Feather blade this time

had a hot shower and off i went with 3 pass shave

after 2nd pass i had no cuts, was unreal lol, but on the 3rd pas (against the growth) i shredded my upper lip. not sure if its my technique that im using or that are is just sensitive but will be more careful next time.

so far ive tried, Astra, Derby, Wilkinson and Feather. think Feather is on top at the moment.

love the proraso post shave balm - awesome when the menthol kicks in

thinking of trying a different shaving cream, seen this one: http://www.shaving-shack.com/proraso-shaving-cream-jar-150ml.html

currently use https://www.shaving-shack.com/jermyn-street-collection-shaving-cream-for-sensitive-skin-150g.html

thanks
 
I get really bad skin bumps, spots and shaving rash.

WOW, at a total minimum now skin has cleared right up! Using Tend skin after I shave and some clinuque mosturiser. So much nicer, face feeling awesome. I love DE razors, I honestly beleive its that whats cleared my skin up.

I want to try Zirh stuff, at £20 its expensive but if it lasts as long as my stuff now its hardly expensive really.
 
Ordered a pack of 100 feathers for £15 off the bay using the £5 off voucher last week. They're coming from Thailand, hoping i don't get hit by customs.
 
rhysduck said:
I've tried the Geo F Trumper shaving creams and liked them.. but wanting to try something else (mainly the Almond DRHarris shaving soap) and Mankind never having it in stock I picked up this:


WOW! Does it give me a smooth shave! Leaves a kind of film/layer behind after rinsing. The smell is somewhat amazing too. :cool:
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Another vote for this, i was pleasantly surprised at it's quality. I've tried a couple of other high street brands and this blows them away. Its the same level as Taylor's stuff.
 
Just ordered a new tub of TOBS Jermyn Street cream, hoping it will solve my recent irritation, and used it as an excuse to get a new brush.

I need to picks some new blades now, tried Astras, they were so so, got about 20 Derbys left but they seem to dull very quickly. I'm thinking Feathers or 7 O'clocks next, seems some good prices on Feathers from international sellers on the bay but I'm dubious that they would be genuine?
 
lmfy2k said:
had my 4th shave with me EJ DE89L, trying out different blades, i opted for a Feather blade this time

had a hot shower and off i went with 3 pass shave

after 2nd pass i had no cuts, was unreal lol, but on the 3rd pas (against the growth) i shredded my upper lip. not sure if its my technique that im using or that are is just sensitive but will be more careful next time.

so far ive tried, Astra, Derby, Wilkinson and Feather. think Feather is on top at the moment.

love the proraso post shave balm - awesome when the menthol kicks in

thinking of trying a different shaving cream, seen this one: http://www.shaving-shack.com/proraso-shaving-cream-jar-150ml.html

currently use https://www.shaving-shack.com/jermyn-street-collection-shaving-cream-for-sensitive-skin-150g.html

thanks
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Got to agree, I prefer the feather blades, nice smooth shave. As for your lip, do you go up the face or across it? I watched a good video on YouTube, will try find it.
 
Captain Planet said:
Got to agree, I prefer the feather blades, nice smooth shave. As for your lip, do you go up the face or across it? I watched a good video on YouTube, will try find it.
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hi mate,

this is what i do:

1st pass down face
2nd pass across
3rd up face

its the 3rd pass that shreds my skin lol, although it feels super clean after though :D

and i don't press hard any more
 
Hi Guys

Well I stumbled on this thread and after shaving with some cheap (expensive blade) Gillette rubbish for years thought I would treat myself with my birthday funds so planning on ordering the below, need some nice blades though? And is a brush that necessary, if so a could someone recommend one with a nice stand, thanks ;)

So far I have chosen:

Razer - http://www.shaving-shack.com/edwin-jagger-double-edge-razor-de89l_plus-5-derby-de-blades.html

Cream/Foam - http://www.shaving-shack.com/proraso-shaving-cream-jar-150ml.html#rating

Styptic Pencil - https://www.shaving-shack.com/styptic_pencil.html#rating

Maybe this brush - https://www.shaving-shack.com/shaving-shack-buccaneer_pure-badger-shaving-brush.html#rating

If someone could point out a good brush stand and blades please :)

Have fond memories of my dad using these so it's about time I went old school and showed my 5 and 6 year old boys the same tools ....

Thanks

Mart
 
lmfy2k said:
hi mate,

this is what i do:

1st pass down face
2nd pass across
3rd up face

its the 3rd pass that shreds my skin lol, although it feels super clean after though :D

and i don't press hard any more
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Here is the video. Regarding around the lips I guess it's just taking your time and care. It shouldn't really shred your face though. How often are you replacing your blades? As soon as they feel dull throw them.

http://m.youtube.com/index?desktop_uri=/&gl=GB
 
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iMacMart said:
Hi Guys

Well I stumbled on this thread and after shaving with some cheap (expensive blade) Gillette rubbish for years thought I would treat myself with my birthday funds so planning on ordering the below, need some nice blades though? And is a brush that necessary, if so a could someone recommend one with a nice stand, thanks ;)

So far I have chosen:

Razer - http://www.shaving-shack.com/edwin-jagger-double-edge-razor-de89l_plus-5-derby-de-blades.html

Cream/Foam - http://www.shaving-shack.com/proraso-shaving-cream-jar-150ml.html#rating

Styptic Pencil - https://www.shaving-shack.com/styptic_pencil.html#rating



Maybe this brush - https://www.shaving-shack.com/shaving-shack-buccaneer_pure-badger-shaving-brush.html#rating

If someone could point out a good brush stand and blades please :)

Have fond memories of my dad using these so it's about time I went old school and showed my 5 and 6 year old boys the same tools ....

Thanks

Mart
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Brushes are essential, they exfoliate your face, stand your hairs up and get a good lather on your face. I have that brush, it's just fine. As for blades I'd buy a selection pack and see which you prefer.
 
Regarding the stand, I bought a cheap plastic one and it's absolutely fine. You shouldn't be storing a brush wet so dry it off before putting it on the stand.

I picked up two blade sample packs, Lord and Personna and I've started working my way through them in alphabetical order.

The first one was ASCO (made by Lord) and after three passes and a minor touch up I had a shave which equalled that with a Feather blade which required a lot more in the way of touch up around my neck. A very smooth blade with absolutely no irritation at all. Today I used a Big Ben (also by Lord) which gave me as good a shave but if I were being picky I'd say a very minor feeling of tightness afterwards.

So currently both ASCO and Big Ben are rated above Feather blades for me and as a bonus, they're half the price!

My lowest rated blade so far is the Derby then I rate 7 O'Clock Yellow and Astra SP about the same, then Feather, Big Ben and ASCO.

Lots more to try though!

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Cheapest place for blades?

Edit - acctually where did you get that?

And how do you dry a brush off? I mean its wet, it collects water I can't see how I can dry it off rather than giving it a shake?
 
I bought the sample packs from here.

Drying a brush is easy, I gently squeeze the water out and then lightly brush it along a dry towel. There will always be a little moisture left but it's practically dry once I'm done.
 
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