I am new to this site and i need help :)

[alitroy]

ok but i will buy it and they told me that they would send some blades with it so yeah :) one question when u shave with a de razor u go with the grain like a normal cardigen razor right? and then against or across?

[AABCDS]

There's lot of good information here.

WET SHAVING INSTRUCTIONS AND TUTORIALS: New? READ THIS THREAD!!

[MacDaddy]

ok but i will buy it and they told me that they would send some blades with it so yeah :) one question when u shave with a de razor u got with the grain like a normal cardigen razor right? and then against or across?

I would recommend that you don't try to go against the grain until you've gotten at least several successful shaves under your belt. With the grain and across the grain should be plenty to start with while you get used to everything. The technique with a DE is very different from what you're used to with a cartridge razor. The angle that you'll hold the handle is much farther away from your face, and you don't want to use any pressure at all. You should probably check out the very helpful links in the Wet Shaving Instructions and Tutorials sticky over in the Shave Clinic and Newbie Check-in forum before you start, if you haven't already.

[alitroy]

thank you guys :) i hope that i will get a good shave on friday(dont really shave myself alot only trim my self so i get the stubble look and i have only used gillete fusion and the pro glide)

[kingfisher]

If you like the stubble look, you should just do one pass with the grain, especially for your first shave and since you said your skin is sensitive.

Later, when you get hooked on shaving like the rest of us, you'll likely ditch the stubble look because you'll have too much fun making your face perfectly smooth.

[alitroy]

ok so i did the shave last friday and well the derpy blade was ok i guess did get a couple of cuts,the blade did pull a little on the facial hair and didnt really get a good shave( but first shave u arent looking for a close shave) i was wondering if there were a good blade that u guys could recommend for senstive skin?

[Oblique Human]

i was wondering if there were a good blade that u guys could recommend for senstive skin?

You could try Supermax Super Platinums, Lords stainless, Gillette Blue Platinum, Super Iridium/Polsilver if you can get them. These are all considered smooth blades and should be gentle on your skin.

[Cannata]

I recommend getting a good sampler pack of blades.

[Lamb Root]

That makes sense to me, kind of like treads on a tire. I've never used either one so I can't confirm that claim.

I'm afraid that this is not very true from my experience. I have two 'smooth' razors' and neither of them never slipped from my hand. Grooves are there for aesthetics only. From the two on the Porter's post I like the second better. I love those shiny razors.

[Ron991]

I personally like Derby, Astra Platinum, and Lord Platinum blades. Feathers, and numerous other blades seem to find every little imperfection on my skin, and I will end up with a little nick. Perhaps I don't get as many shaves out of these blades as opposed to lets say a Feather, but that's ok.

[Oblique Human]

I personally like Derby, Astra Platinum, and Lord Platinum blades. Feathers, and numerous other blades seem to find every little imperfection on my skin, and I will end up with a little nick. Perhaps I don't get as many shaves out of these blades as opposed to lets say a Feather, but that's ok.

Good choice of blades. You aren't missing out on much there, the Feathers are not renowned for their longevity.

[alitroy]

i see and which blade gives like the cleanest/closets shave and still is like gentle on the skin?

[prsman23]

What works on one mans skin and razor might not work on another mans skin/razor. Try a few out and see what works best for you. Unfortunately it's all very subjective. The other gents here have given some great advice on blades. If its available to you try ordering a sample pack. I think that's part of the adventure of wetshaving! (figuring it all out)
:-)