SE Sunday Shave, August 18th 2024 Razor : Gem push button SE. Mfg 1958-65, mild to tame mid range. Well built to last, it is a nice razor to wield when shaving and is attractive with the gold and black handle. Had a close comfortable shave this morning. Blade : Gem Personna SS (7) very sharp, excellent longevity, smooths out nicely, predictable + safest blade to handle. Soap : Yaqi Dragon, mild scent with excellent lather qualities. Brush : Yaqi "Ferrari" 24mm boar bristle. Excellent lather generator, soft split-end bristle hairs, nice splay scrubber + excellent lather painter. This brush has turned out to be a decent shave brush. 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 American barber with witch hazel + a dollop of CeraVe moisturizing lotion(scentless). Results : or CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers= Had a close comfortable shave this morning with my Gem push-button SE with a coated Gem blade. Have some great shaves!
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