Well, first let me say the whole process from pre to post was really enjoyable. The shave quality didn't come out that great, but I am not discouraged at all.
What I used.
With an EJ 89, I picked the Gillette 7 O'clock blade only because I had to start somewhere.
I soaked the brush as I took a shower. While in the shower I washed my face with conditioner and then let the hot water run on it a bit.
After the shower I loaded the brush with the soap. (the con-cave of Proraso kind of threw me, all the videos I have watched show a flat soap) This kind of made it tough to load the brush.
I face lathered but I really don't know if I had a good lather or not. Not sure if a pic can show but here is one of before I shaved.
Next I put the blade to my face and adjusted the angle as best I could. I was trying for 30 deg. At this point I was intimidated and was moving too slow and pressing too hard. I didn't nick myself, but I definitely had razor burn after. I shaved wtg twice and didn't go for a third. While shaving I found that you can't go back to an area that you had already made a pass on to try and touch it up. The razor wouldn't move on unlathered areas. I also found out I have a few tough spots to get at, mainly under my jaw line and chin.
All in all I loved the whole experience and cant wait to do it all again. Maybe tomorrow which will depend on how my face feels.
I am sure as my technique improves the razor burn will go away. I am starting from 0 after all.
What I used.
With an EJ 89, I picked the Gillette 7 O'clock blade only because I had to start somewhere.
I soaked the brush as I took a shower. While in the shower I washed my face with conditioner and then let the hot water run on it a bit.
After the shower I loaded the brush with the soap. (the con-cave of Proraso kind of threw me, all the videos I have watched show a flat soap) This kind of made it tough to load the brush.
I face lathered but I really don't know if I had a good lather or not. Not sure if a pic can show but here is one of before I shaved.
Next I put the blade to my face and adjusted the angle as best I could. I was trying for 30 deg. At this point I was intimidated and was moving too slow and pressing too hard. I didn't nick myself, but I definitely had razor burn after. I shaved wtg twice and didn't go for a third. While shaving I found that you can't go back to an area that you had already made a pass on to try and touch it up. The razor wouldn't move on unlathered areas. I also found out I have a few tough spots to get at, mainly under my jaw line and chin.
All in all I loved the whole experience and cant wait to do it all again. Maybe tomorrow which will depend on how my face feels.
I am sure as my technique improves the razor burn will go away. I am starting from 0 after all.