Welcome to TSD, you've made the best move switching to "proper" shaving. Loads of good advice already but +1 for leaving exfoliation to the razor, it's very effective on its own. Don't overlook beard prep as a key factor to trouble free shaves, some use beard oils, others swear by hair conditioner. "Shave the lather" is good advice for the light pressure to exert. Stick with it, practice the technique, it will all fall into place before long. Then the AD bugs will really start to bite! Regards, Chris