Me too, more to chop off. Sometimes the one day growth is too stiff and dulls my blades. Or causes irritation.
Every time I use this thirty day setup I am scared it's gonna tear me up...but then I end up with a good shave.
I learned that Barrister and Mann "Fireside" is the most intoxicating scent ever given to a shaving soap!
I took your advice today, particularly about taking my time, and had one of the best shaves so far with the Mongoose! Thanks!
I learnt that a little bit of menthol crystals is great, however more well let's say the rabbit hole widens...
I might to try a 2nd day of growth. Since starting de shaving three weeks ago, I haven't let a day go by where I didn't enjoy a shave. I think tomorrow will become a "seventh day."
I've been shaving recently with my newly acquired Gillette New (LC) razor. I've been getting great shaves but it's the most aggressive I have (even when paired with a Derby blade). I've never really liked shave oil as I found it caused razors with a bar to drag somewhat. Anyway, tried the oil (Shave Secret) again this morning on 2-day growth with the Gillette New & Proraso and all I can say is, Wow! Worked beautifully and gave me one of the best 3-pass shaves I've ever had. BBS!!!!!! I'm thinking the open comb encounters less resistance with the oil due to the design. So I learned that for me, a more aggressive open comb razor, paired with shave oil and a good cream works great! As always, YMMV..................
That I had forgotten how good of a shave I get from a NEW and a Red. I might just end up getting that SC head that @gorgo2 was so gracious to send me , replated.
That the EverReady 1924 shovel head is a lot more comfortable to use with a longer handle. http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/sos-january-12-2015-january-18-2015.42533/page-22#post-777144
I recently learned that if you drop your alum block in the sink, you get a bunch of little alumette blocks.
I learnt that persona red are nice but the feather is still the champ. I also learnt I need a longer handle for my slant
realized I am bad at shaving the opposite side of my face. meaning I am right handed and all of my irritation happens on the left side. Glad I finally noticed the trend so I can work on my technique.