Wetshaving
08 March 2010, 08:07 PM
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Wetshaving
How many of you do this, i have been using a proper de razor and badger brush along with a decent soap, the results imo are far better than any multi bladed razor that i've ever used all it takes is a bit of time and patience.
My current favourite razor is a merkur futur, aggressive though and i have also just started using a straight razor why is fun.
Anyone else?
YouTube - Introduction to Traditional Wetshaving, Part 1: Concepts
My current favourite razor is a merkur futur, aggressive though and i have also just started using a straight razor why is fun.
Anyone else?
YouTube - Introduction to Traditional Wetshaving, Part 1: Concepts
09 March 2010, 01:33 PM
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I get a reasonably close shave using a new Gillette Mach 3 also . Ive tried many other brands but they never shave as close, and hurt more! I'm always looking for a closer shave tho
09 March 2010, 04:06 PM
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Twin blade for me. Remember the old advert for it? 'The first blade shaves you close, the second closer still'. With a picture of the first blade pulling the hair out of it's follicle slightly so that the second blade cut it, effectively, below the level of the skin once it had settled back in.
Seems to me if that advert was anywhere close to the truth then they're just taking the mick if they now claim 3 or more blades give you a better shave. How could they? If 2 blades shave you so well that you now have no hair above skin level. .... They wouldn't lie about something like that now would they????
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Seems to me if that advert was anywhere close to the truth then they're just taking the mick if they now claim 3 or more blades give you a better shave. How could they? If 2 blades shave you so well that you now have no hair above skin level. .... They wouldn't lie about something like that now would they????
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09 March 2010, 04:09 PM
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I have tried a few and my current favourite is the King of Shaves Azor, personally I think that it is much better than the Gillette or Wilkinson Sword offerings.
It seems to shave closer and less aggressively
Jason
It seems to shave closer and less aggressively
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09 March 2010, 04:43 PM
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It does, many forget the reason why the mach 3 etc is so much faster is that you are making 3/4 passes on each stroke but with a de it's just the one.
The shave is indeed amazing, a straight is the ultimate but it's quite a steep learning curve, i've managed to convert a couple folk and they wondered why they stuck with cartridge razors for so long, de razors are slowly making a comeback, not to mention 10 premium blades can be had for £2-£3 and last 4 or so shaves.
Hutton, many still reckon the sensor was the best cart razor gillette made because the more blades you have the more irritation it'll cause.
Half of what makes a difference is a good quality soap and a badger brush, lathering in a bowl takes some practice but it's not hard and ultimately worth it.
The mantic videos are worth a watch even if it's just for hints and tips rather than making the switch.
The azor is a funny thing, i liked it many did not but a de is still by far superior.
10 March 2010, 11:24 AM
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Twin blade for me. Remember the old advert for it? 'The first blade shaves you close, the second closer still'. With a picture of the first blade pulling the hair out of it's follicle slightly so that the second blade cut it, effectively, below the level of the skin once it had settled back in.
Seems to me if that advert was anywhere close to the truth then they're just taking the mick if they now claim 3 or more blades give you a better shave. How could they? If 2 blades shave you so well that you now have no hair above skin level. .... They wouldn't lie about something like that now would they????
Dave
Seems to me if that advert was anywhere close to the truth then they're just taking the mick if they now claim 3 or more blades give you a better shave. How could they? If 2 blades shave you so well that you now have no hair above skin level. .... They wouldn't lie about something like that now would they????
Dave
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10 March 2010, 11:40 AM
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I use a badger bristle brush. Palmolive shaving soap and a standard gillette razor. Suits me just fine and I like to convince myself I'm slightly cultured using the brush.
10 March 2010, 12:04 PM
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I've got a fusion power thing which isn't too bad. Tried a schick quattro which was evil incarnate, ripped my face to shreds. As for the soap, well I use Somersets Extra Sensitive Shaving Oil, my brother used it and got me to try it when he came over last year and I am rather impressed, smells pretty good and does a fantastic job, certainly better than the nivea shaving foam I'd used previously.
Bit hard to get over here though, so I get some sent over every once in a while.
Bit hard to get over here though, so I get some sent over every once in a while.
10 March 2010, 02:14 PM
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Am seriously considering getting a DE razor after reading this thread.. Not going to spend a great deal on the gear just incase i hate it, but (sorry to thread hijack) What is a good shaving cream? and is it worth getting pre and post shaving balms?
11 March 2010, 03:13 AM
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I always post in these threads because it took me years to find a good shave. What works for me...
1. Shave IN THE SHOWER. Get a mirror that won't fog.
2. Use a DE razor. I use a Merkur Hefty Classic.
3. Use Cremo Cream Shaving Cream.
Amazon.com: Cremo Cream Superior Shave Cream: Beauty
It's not a lather, it's a cream (almost like a lotion). If I hadn't discovered this stuff, I'd have a beard.
1. Shave IN THE SHOWER. Get a mirror that won't fog.
2. Use a DE razor. I use a Merkur Hefty Classic.
3. Use Cremo Cream Shaving Cream.
Cremo Cream is unique because it contains no air. It's an extremely rich cream unlike any other non-foam luxury shave cream on the market today. It contains unique, super-lubricating, highly-slippery molecules that have been compounded with powerful skin conditioners to provide a smooth, close shave. Together, they make your blade glide smoothly over your skin astonishingly soft and smooth.
It's not a lather, it's a cream (almost like a lotion). If I hadn't discovered this stuff, I'd have a beard.
11 March 2010, 07:54 AM
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Obviously for me it's just the legs under arm and lady area but the best is a Venus, not sure what the male equivalant is though.
The lady area is best suited to a disposable. Need a nice sharp blade, and couldn't use a Venus only once, and the pivoting head us a bit of a pain 'down there'.
My dad still uses an old school razor, he's approaching 60, enough said.
The lady area is best suited to a disposable. Need a nice sharp blade, and couldn't use a Venus only once, and the pivoting head us a bit of a pain 'down there'.
My dad still uses an old school razor, he's approaching 60, enough said.
11 March 2010, 12:35 PM
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I have got one of those brushes and I use bits of it to tie fishing flies with. Real badger hair is very good for that.
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11 March 2010, 03:15 PM
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Creams or soaps hmm personally i say soaps, takes a bit more effort to lather but you get a closer shave with better glide plus it lasts a sight longer anyway.
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Taylors of old bond street
Truefitt & hill
Those three are your top favourites, any of those and your laughing.
This is a good kit to get you going, use the derby blades whilst you get used to it, then move onto astra superior, super iridiums or the super sharp feather blades.
Traditional Wet Shaving Starter Kit - Luxury Soap - £ 51.95 - free delivery available
Also have a nose at badger & blade, it's a great shaving forum that can help you with pretty much anything.
Nothing wrong with palmolive soap, it's tallow based so will cushion you very well so long as you can get around that scent and for 49p you really can't argue.
As for a brush, ebay silvertips are good and cheap for starting with, being the tart i am i went for a custom shavemac in best badger, next one will be finest badger with a wider knot[base width] and shorter loft[height]
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11 March 2010, 04:05 PM
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I threw my Mach3 out a few years back when the blades ramped up in price and bought an Asda own brand triple razor with a huge load of replacement blades, i am actually down to my last blade now so i will be looking to see what else they do.
FWIW i got a closer shave from the asda setup than the mach3 stuff, although i did tend to cut my face a bit more.
One thing i cant get away with though is cheap shaving gel/foam, my face prefers the good stuff, the cheap stuff just irritates me.
FWIW i got a closer shave from the asda setup than the mach3 stuff, although i did tend to cut my face a bit more.
One thing i cant get away with though is cheap shaving gel/foam, my face prefers the good stuff, the cheap stuff just irritates me.
11 March 2010, 06:13 PM
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I threw my Mach3 out a few years back when the blades ramped up in price and bought an Asda own brand triple razor with a huge load of replacement blades, i am actually down to my last blade now so i will be looking to see what else they do.
FWIW i got a closer shave from the asda setup than the mach3 stuff, although i did tend to cut my face a bit more.
One thing i cant get away with though is cheap shaving gel/foam, my face prefers the good stuff, the cheap stuff just irritates me.
FWIW i got a closer shave from the asda setup than the mach3 stuff, although i did tend to cut my face a bit more.
One thing i cant get away with though is cheap shaving gel/foam, my face prefers the good stuff, the cheap stuff just irritates me.
That's what i hated about buying the fusion razor etc,the blades don't last that long and they cost just as much as buying the complete razor kit ..Went back to using dry shaver at home,bought one of them Philips williams F1 shavers,it's actually pritty good(it don't make the sound of an F1 car though
) ,other than that it's any make of throw away wet shaves,i prefer the shave gel to the foam....
11 March 2010, 06:41 PM
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A merkur hd is good as suggested, personally i prefer the edwin jagger DE89L, people on badger and blade are raving about it.
Creams or soaps hmm personally i say soaps, takes a bit more effort to lather but you get a closer shave with better glide plus it lasts a sight longer anyway.
Trumpers
Taylors of old bond street
Truefitt & hill
Those three are your top favourites, any of those and your laughing.
This is a good kit to get you going, use the derby blades whilst you get used to it, then move onto astra superior, super iridiums or the super sharp feather blades.
Traditional Wet Shaving Starter Kit - Luxury Soap - £ 51.95 - free delivery available
Also have a nose at badger & blade, it's a great shaving forum that can help you with pretty much anything.
Nothing wrong with palmolive soap, it's tallow based so will cushion you very well so long as you can get around that scent and for 49p you really can't argue.
As for a brush, ebay silvertips are good and cheap for starting with, being the tart i am i went for a custom shavemac in best badger, next one will be finest badger with a wider knot[base width] and shorter loft[height]
Creams or soaps hmm personally i say soaps, takes a bit more effort to lather but you get a closer shave with better glide plus it lasts a sight longer anyway.
Trumpers
Taylors of old bond street
Truefitt & hill
Those three are your top favourites, any of those and your laughing.
This is a good kit to get you going, use the derby blades whilst you get used to it, then move onto astra superior, super iridiums or the super sharp feather blades.
Traditional Wet Shaving Starter Kit - Luxury Soap - £ 51.95 - free delivery available
Also have a nose at badger & blade, it's a great shaving forum that can help you with pretty much anything.
Nothing wrong with palmolive soap, it's tallow based so will cushion you very well so long as you can get around that scent and for 49p you really can't argue.
As for a brush, ebay silvertips are good and cheap for starting with, being the tart i am i went for a custom shavemac in best badger, next one will be finest badger with a wider knot[base width] and shorter loft[height]
As for your custom brush.. You flash *******
11 March 2010, 09:01 PM
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Interesting, I fancy a go with a straight blade! Tried many aerosol foams/gels. Tend to use either Nivea Gel or KOS Gel. Use a Tesco multi bade thingy which seems as good as the MACH3 I used to use but a 3rd of the price.
11 March 2010, 09:37 PM
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A merkur hd is good as suggested, personally i prefer the edwin jagger DE89L, people on badger and blade are raving about it.
Creams or soaps hmm personally i say soaps, takes a bit more effort to lather but you get a closer shave with better glide plus it lasts a sight longer anyway.
Trumpers
Taylors of old bond street
Truefitt & hill
Those three are your top favourites, any of those and your laughing.
This is a good kit to get you going, use the derby blades whilst you get used to it, then move onto astra superior, super iridiums or the super sharp feather blades.
Traditional Wet Shaving Starter Kit - Luxury Soap - £ 51.95 - free delivery available
Also have a nose at badger & blade, it's a great shaving forum that can help you with pretty much anything.
Nothing wrong with palmolive soap, it's tallow based so will cushion you very well so long as you can get around that scent and for 49p you really can't argue.
As for a brush, ebay silvertips are good and cheap for starting with, being the tart i am i went for a custom shavemac in best badger, next one will be finest badger with a wider knot[base width] and shorter loft[height]
Creams or soaps hmm personally i say soaps, takes a bit more effort to lather but you get a closer shave with better glide plus it lasts a sight longer anyway.
Trumpers
Taylors of old bond street
Truefitt & hill
Those three are your top favourites, any of those and your laughing.
This is a good kit to get you going, use the derby blades whilst you get used to it, then move onto astra superior, super iridiums or the super sharp feather blades.
Traditional Wet Shaving Starter Kit - Luxury Soap - £ 51.95 - free delivery available
Also have a nose at badger & blade, it's a great shaving forum that can help you with pretty much anything.
Nothing wrong with palmolive soap, it's tallow based so will cushion you very well so long as you can get around that scent and for 49p you really can't argue.
As for a brush, ebay silvertips are good and cheap for starting with, being the tart i am i went for a custom shavemac in best badger, next one will be finest badger with a wider knot[base width] and shorter loft[height]
I fancy something a little more traditional plus, at the cost of replenishment blades being so much cheaper, I could save some money in the long run.Late last year I bought one of these Philips RQ1095 Arcitec Rechargeable Rotary Shaver: Amazon.co.uk: Health & Beauty it was bleeding useless, spent about 5 minutes shaving with it and it kept missing hairs despite repeating the process over and over again. Gave it to my dad the following day.