DE SOTD, December 19th 2023
Razor : Yaqi 2nd generation Mellon head 316SSP with a Yaqi Chippendale SSP handle- Mfg 2023>, mid range. Machining and finish are excellent QC. I enjoy this Darwin looking handle from the 1940's (Darwin handle was stainless also!) The audio feedback is nice and helps indicate the sweet spot angle IMO. Had a close comfortable shave this morning.
Blade : Gillette Perma-Sharp(4) very sharp & smooth with reasonable longevity. Top tier blade for sure in my shave Den.
Soap : Razorock M.F, nice cologne scented soap with excellent lather qualities. Very interesting luxury scent IMO, great post shave skin feel.
Brush : Yaqi "Lucky dice" 26mm brown whiskers synthetic fan knot. Excellent lather generator, heavenly luxury cloud like soft tips, nice splay scrubber + excellent lather painter. Very nice 26mm fan knot(rare one ) that was bought on a sale.
Pre shave : (Dedicated Cashmere synthetic)Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser with a dollop of clear Aloe Vera on the cleaned beard area.
Prep : Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. WTG + ATG + pickups.
Post shave : Razorock M.F splash
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with witch hazel + a dollop of CeraVe moisturizing lotion(scentless).
Results :
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or CCS,DFS,
BBs + no irritation + no weepers=
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Had a close comfortable shave this morning with my Yaqi 316 SSP Mellon head razor with a Perma-sharp blade.
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Have some great shaves!
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