How Do You Shave With A Straight Razor?
• Prep your beard, either by taking a hot shower, or by holding a hot towel against your face. If you opt for the hot towel; soak a small towel in hot water and hold it firmly against your face until it is cool. For best results, apply the hot towel twice. • After prepping your beard run the faucet for the hottest water possible. Fill your mug or bowl with the water, and let your brush soak. • Wet your face and use the brush to apply the soap or cream to the hairy area, swirling until the lather has formed stiff peaks. Straight Razor Shaving Soap • Apply the lather to your face using a paintbrush motion using the badger brush. Use a hot towel to wipe away any extra lather, removing oil from the skin follicles so that moisture can penetrate. A badger Brushs is named for the animal hair used to create the brush. • Finish lathering by using painting strokes to cover your face with a thick layer. • Sharpen the razor if necessary, either using a barber hone or the side of the strop that’s b
