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Reddit mentions of ACH Brito Glyce Lime Pre-Shaving Soap
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5.8 OunceProtects, Soothes and Refreshes.Classic Musgo Real Scent.Ideal for sensitive skin.Imported from Portugal
Specs:
| Height | 3 Inches |
| Length | 1.25 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Weight | 0.3637627323 Pounds |
| Width | 3 Inches |
First, know the direction of the grain on your neck---often it's the opposite of the direction on your face. This is important, because the first past should be with the grain, the second across, and the third against. If you don't know the direction of the grain, you might be starting with an against the grain pass.
Second, sometimes the hair on the neck grows in whorls or some such pattern so that you have no choice but to shave against the grain for some. So that leads to:
Third: Do excellent prep on your neck specifically. Sometimes the neck prep is sort of neglected. Wash your beard at the sink with Musgo Real Glyce Lime Oil soap (MR GLO), a pre-shave soap, including your neck. Lather up well, including your neck. Lay a moist hot towel over the lather, especially on your neck. (Moist hot towel: soak a hand towel under the hot-water tap, squeeze "dry", and lay it atop the layer of lather.) Hold the towel in place for 3 minutes, then remove and relather and begin the pass with the grain.
Make sure that you are using the correct blade angle and light pressure on your neck. Short strokes should help.
After final rinse, use the alum block, let sit a while, rinse, and apply witch haze.
I'm a TAOS employee as well. I recently bought a custom turned brush off of ebay, and I love it. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cocobolo-Wood-Silvertip-Badger-Hair-Shaving-Brush-w-Cloth-Pouch-/231365379422?pt=US_Shaving_Hair_Removal&hash=item35de73855e This is kind of similar to what I have.
If you are looking to switch things up, you could look at a synthetic brush. Here is one from Maggard that I really like: http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/hjm-21p8-black-fibre-synthetic-hair-shaving-brush-blackgrey/
Another option is the Plisson from L'occitane, which has great reviews.
http://usa.loccitane.com/cade-shaving-brush-plisson,82,1,29221,388683.htm
You could also look at a boar brush - Omega is highly regarded.
http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/omega-11574-boar-bristle-shaving-brush-orange/
In terms of the pre-shave options, I think our pre-shave oil is top notch. Other pre-shave options include a high glycerin content bar of soap (i.e. Whole Foods 365, Musgo Real Glyce Lime, http://www.amazon.com/Musgo-Real-Lime-Glyce-Soap/dp/B0007M41YW) Proraso also offers several pre-shave options which I like, though I'm not a huge fan of menthol: http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/proraso-green-tea-oat-pre-and-post-shave-cream-glass-jar-100ml/
From a shaving cream/ soap standpoint, there are tons of artisan soaps on the market which perform just as well, if not better than ours. Check out Barrister and Mann's offerings, Tiki's, Dapper Dragon's and Maggard's own soap line. Maggard's Limes and Bergamot smells amazing, and I'd like to try a few more of theirs.
http://www.maggardrazors.com/product-category/soaps-creams/
Our Aftershave balm is also top notch. You could also look at Geo. F. Trumpers Skin food, which is well regarded and is something I've been meaning to try when I have the money. Fine Accoutrements also has really popular aftershave, but it's alcohol based, whereas ours is shea butter based.
Since you work for AOS, I'm assuming you're using Gillette Platinum Blades or Merkur. Get a sampler pack and see which blades you like the most. Once you find the one that works the best for you, you can order by the 100 pack and you'll be set for a while (this can also be used as a selling point of DE razors, but you need to make sure they get the technique down before they start throwing in variables like different blades). They should keep the blade consistent for a while so any issue with a given shave is attributable to prep and technique, and not the blade. Also, whenever I sell someone a DE, if they have never used one before, I write down Mantic59's youtube channel on one of our cards so they can learn the technique before they jump into it.
If you wanted to try out a bunch of these products at once, at a very reasonable price, and also get a nice stainless razor which is interchangeable with your muhle head, you can pick up one of maggard's budget starter kits, throw in their artisan soap, throw in a sampler pack, and you'd be set. http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/budget-starter-kit/
Let me know if you have further questions.
Make sure your Futur is set to 1 then work your way up. I recommend this pack it has a lot of blade brands to try. Get MRGLO it is a fantastic pre-shave soap, slicks up your face and smells really good, it's the one I use. Aftershave I have Ogalla Bay Rum sampler, I like it and it's a sampler so there are a few scents to try out. Also Geo F. Trumpers Skin Food, I have heard very good things about it although I have not personally tried it.
A key is to change a little bit of the routine at a time. First prep, then products, and finally equipment.
The first step: addressing skin and beard preparation.
The hair on the face needs to hydrate as much as possible in order to shave with reduced tugging (this tugging is a large component to ingrown hair issues).
A proper glycerin based soap found at whole foods, or this popular one will clean the skin, remove oils that are barriers to hydration, and impart a layer of water attracting glycerin.
Once the hairs are hydrated, apply your usual shaving lather generously on the skin.
Shave as normal, but only in one direction - with the grain. With the grain means that the hair mats down when you run your hand across it. It's like petting a cat or dog without ruffling their fur.
See if this routine improves the shaving experience. If not, I'd suggest going to a dermatologist for advice.
If you do see an improvement, post back to this thread, and we'll help you find a good shave soap. If you dive into this alone, a quick disclaimer for sensitive shavers: avoid regular proraso.
It's highly recommended, but I believe that the eucalyptus and other extracts used are suspicious for use on facial skin, and around the face's sensitive mucus membranes.
I browsed /r/wicked_edge for a bit before diving in. Their FAQ should be a good place to get you started.
I've improved my pre- and post-shave routines as well as using a brush and non-canned shaving cream. Anecdotally, the learning curve wasn't very steep for me (a few nicks and cuts starting out) and I'm noticing that my issues with sensitive skin and ingrown hairs are resolving.
Your start-up costs may seem a little steep, but you can find some deals or cheaper gear and upgrade later. The fact that I actually enjoy shaving and feel better after doing it more than makes up for the initial purchase.
I started with the following:
Razor Emporium Sensitive Skin Blade Sampler pack
Musgo Real Lime Glyce Soap
Parker Safety Razor SYNTHETIC Bristle Shaving Brush
Taylor of Old Bond Street Avocado Shaving Cream
Edwin Jagger DE89bl Chrome Plated Double Edge Safety Razor
Gentleman Jon 3.5 Ounce Alum Block
There's guides for the ladies at /r/wicked_edge if there's more interest in shaving tips.
Some more suggestions from a /r/wicked_edge subscriber:
-Pre-shave soap. Musgo Real Glyce Lime Oil (MR GLO) is the standard go-to. It gets everything nice and slick to start with. A major help to a smooth stroke.
-I really love my Thayer's Witch Hazel. I've got the alcohol-free cucumber one, and it really does smell like cucumber (just for a little while, it fades pretty quickly). But there is a myriad of scents available.
-And to mention as others have, there are several better options for shaving cremes or shaving soaps to use, particularly if you are willing to get a brush.
The alum block is a really great addition and I'm grateful to have mine.
I really cant speak for the Old Bond as pre-shave soap. I have been using the Proraso Glycerin Bar and the most recommended on here is the MRGLO.
I choose the Proraso because I wanted to use it almost ever day and not just on shave days. Also, the MR GLO can sometimes be irritating to people. Honestly, any type of glycerin soap you can find should help a little.
Also, what type of hand soap is that black block?
I'm new to wetshaving, but here is what I've learned in the two weeks since I've started, and the few months before that I spent in this subreddit.
For pre-shave, most people like MR GLO, but any high-glycerine soap works well. I use a pure glycerine soap that I like just fine. Make sure you either shave right after a shower or leave a hot towel on your whiskers for like five minutes before you attempt a shave. I use TOBS shaving cream as well, and the non-sensitive skin cream works fine with my sensitive skin (not sure how sensitive yours is; I normally can't wear scents or use non-glycerine soap without getting itchy).
After a shave, I personally use a hot towel to remove all of the extra cream, clean and dry my straight razor, put cold water on my face, dry it, and use Nivea sensitive skin aftershave balm. Any alcohol-free aftershave works well, but the Nivea stuff is widely available where I live. I've never used an alum block (forgot to order it), so I don't know about them, really.
tl;dr: MR GLO, make sure you get your whiskers warm and wet, TOBS rules, use good aftershave.
I might suggest shaving after a shower (make a point to wash your whiskers before shaving to make sure they're clean). You should also try to use a hot towel.
Soak a towel in very, very hot water (the hottest you can handle, but not hot enough to scald), gently wring out and hold it on your beard for a minute or so. Your hands are more sensitive to heat than your face is, so don't worry about that much. This will greatly soften up the hair.
Another option is to wash your beard with MR GLO or similar soap. Aside from smelling fantastic, this will also do a great job in prepping your face.
You're getting a lot of great advice here, a lot of which would work when shaving with a cartridge razor and canned lather.
The most important thing is feeling for your face's natural grain and only shaving with it, never against (at least with a cartridge).
There really is no "best" razor, what qualifies as best varies from person to person. The Edwin Jagger DE89 series is widely recommended. Personally I don't like the EJ DE89, and I find that the Parker 99R gives me much more comfortable shaves. I also find the Parker to be much more forgiving when you are just starting to learn to use a safety razor as well. Either razor wouldn't be a bad place to start looking, though.
In terms of soap, I would personally recommend you start out with one of these kits: Van Der Hagen Deluxe Shave Kit. You get a decent bowl, brush & soap for about $10. None of the stuff in the kit is the best of anything, but it is all fairly middle of the road and a great value for the price. Once you have gotten the hang of DE shaving you can upgrade your brush and soap as needed.
The Strop Shoppe also makes great soaps, and they have an incredibly reasonably priced sampler that is worth picking up. I also like Queen Charlotte Soaps quite a bit, and they also have a reasonably priced sampler.
You will need a pack of blades, right now I am enjoying Wilkinson Sword (which you might be able to get locally) but there are various blade samplers that are worth checking out.
There are tons of places that offer blade samplers if you look around. You will want to try a good number of blades so you can figure out which work best for you.
Preshave treatments vary. Many people just wash their face in warm water and whatever soap they have on hand. Some people use a canned shave cream like Barbasol as a pre-shave soap (I have tried this and it works pretty good). MrGlo is a well respected preshave soap, but it can be hard to find and it is getting pricey due to its increasing rarity. If you are just starting out, you might wanna keep things simple and just use whatever soap you have on hand. You just want to make sure that you use a soap that won't dry your skin and you want your face slightly soap and wet before you apply your shave lather.
After shaving you could follow up with Witch Hazel. Thayers is highly regarded, but you could use normal drug-store stuff as well, just look for low alcohol content. You might also want a styptic pencil which you should be able to get locally for $1-2. You might also consider an Alum Block instead of Witch Hazel.
In terms of aftershave, there is a lot of variation bases on skin types and personal preference. I prefer Nivea for Men Post Shave Balm in the white bottle (not squeezable) as my skin tends to run a little dry and this has a nice gentle moisturizer. It also soothes razor burn quite well. However I know guys that swear by Every Man Jack products (they hurt me) so you will have to try things out to find what works for you. There are hundreds of specialty aftershaves people like, as well as all the common drugstore brands like Old Spice and Aqua Velva. If you have an aftershave that you are currently using, you might as well stick with it for now unless it really no longer meets your needs.
I have a goatee and I have no problems whatsoever shaving around it. I don't know what to say beyond that, using a DE with a goatee is no more challenging than using a Mach3 in the same situation especially once you get your technique down.
TL/DR
My advice in everything is to start simple.
Wait on everything else until you know if you really want to continue with DE shaving. This short list will get you started for about $40, and you can always pick up more stuff as you go along.
First off, 20-blade cartridge...wat?
I'm very surprised that you were able to do any ATG on your second shave. I think performing an ATG is more about your technique (ie pressure and angle) than your face being able to take it.
I would definitely recommend getting some prep supplies when you are able. The cheap VDH set can be found at Walmart a lot of times. I haven't tried it myself, but for the price I think people have been satisfied with it. I don't use any pre-shave oil. I'm planning to order some Mr Glo soon though.
Honestly, if you're getting a decent shave right now I don't see anything wrong with sticking to your current set up until your able to afford some pre-shave prep and blades. The first few months is about developing technique, not loading up on tons of blades, soaps, creams, etc. that may lead to errors in identifying the source of problems you're having.
I actually had this wish list for the longest time. I decided to pull the trigger on it last month. I have never been more free from ingrown hairs/unsightly blemishes. Shaving is now a pleasurable experience, not a chore.
Proraso Shaving Soap 5.2 oz (147 g)
Barber Alum
Acca Kappa Cedar After Shave Splash
COSMETICALLY SEALED My Nik Is Sealed Styptic Pen 0.17 oz
125 BEST Blade Sampler FEATHER SHARK ASTRA BLUEBIRD NACET BIC LORD 7 O'Clock
Van Der Hagen Men's Luxury, Shave Set
Musgo Real Lime Glyce Soap
Edwin Jagger De89bl Double Edge Safety Razor Chrome Plated
Although Leisureguy's Handbook is not on the list, I just purchased it for a friend as a 30th birthday gift. I'm sure we'll add another user to the ranks by the end of the week.
I haven't had a chance to say thank you to all of the professionals out there in RedditLand. Thank you for your countless posts and invaluable guidance. You have changed my life in a small but significant way.
The Azzaro Chrome aftershave you're using is alcohol-based, and will likely dry your skin. Feel that burn? Yeah, it's nice, but I prefer the soothing and less-astringent Witch Hazel alternative.
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I have not personally used MR GLO but the glycerin in it is great for skin hydration, and I plan on picking some up to add to my pre-shave routine.
Looks like a lot of money, I know that, but I'm just tossing you some options here. I would highly recommend the night cream if you can at all afford it, since my face in particular dries out overnight if I don't apply this stuff. YMMV, but I can definitely vouch for the night cream, which is also available at Target.
My local Target has discontinued the exfoliator, but I get mine on Amazon now. Feels fantastic on dry skin, just massage in with fingers until your skin feels buffed out. Not necessary, since your razor will exfoliate you plenty (and all you really care about are your shaved areas), but I use it on my whole face.
And of course, Nivea Sensitive Post-Shave Balm works amazingly well for an off-the-shelf solution, also found at Target.
PS: A cheap easy way to really clean up before you apply your aftershave balm is to apply straight-up Witch Hazel to your face using Cotton Rounds. Wipe it on generously, fan it to feel a cooling sensation if you want, let it sit for about a minute, then rub in what hasn't dried off. Apply aftershave balm, and enjoy your well-maintained face. Witch hazel and rounds are easily available at your local Target/Wally World/Walgreens.
You should definitely get a brush.
Creams lather more easily than hard soaps, but soaps last longer between purchases. Either one requires the use of a brush.
I use Musgo Real
to soften the whiskers before shaving, but other soaps work too. Wet your face, lather the soap in wet hands, rub it onto whiskers, let it sit 2.5 minutes max, then rinse it off before apply shaving cream/soap. It makes for a better shave to cut saturated wet whiskers as opposed to dry whiskers. It's like the difference between using a butter knife to cut dry spaghetti versus cutting cooked spaghetti. It's not strictly necessary, it's just better.
I also use an aftershave balm, it's not necessary either, just personal preference.
Any bowl you have around is fine. I've got several different types of bowls that I use to whip up the lather with the brush. I prefer doing it that way over applying directly to my face.
$7 on Amazon which is pretty nice if you don't live in NYC (esp if you have Prime).
Try Italian Barber, West Coast Shaving, or Shoebox Shaveshop if you really want an EJ DE89. I am very new to DE shaving as well (just had my first shave on Saturday) and can tell you that it's an excellent razor. :)
Also, MRGLO appears to be in stock here: http://www.amazon.com/Musgo-Real-Lime-Glyce-Soap/dp/B0007M41YW.
i use this stuff from prep. I did not like the oil as much as the soap
In addition to what everyone is saying about getting a getting a proper soap (and brush to lather properly), I would also recommend the most recommended pre-shave soapmr. MRGLO. Wash this on very well, let sit for 3-5 minutes, rinse, and then begin your shave prep. This softens your hairs and makes your blade slice like butter.
I can't seem to find the Omega brush on Amazon. How about this Badger Hair one? It's also 1/2 the price. Any reason you suggested artificial rather than real?
How's this one for a beginner? Here.
Plus, some blades.
The beard is pretty normal, regular thickness, hair tends to curl when growing longer (hence the in-growns, I presume). This looks like a natural choice.
Finally, the pre-shave soap.
Could I get a final "OK" and I'll go ahead an order. Hoping to start finally enjoying shaving rather than just existing through inevitable experience every 2 days.
Not sure where you're located but Amazon still has it... http://www.amazon.com/Musgo-Real-Lime-Glyce-Soap/dp/B0007M41YW/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1395180752&sr=8-8&keywords=musgo+real