3 Easy Steps of Straight Razor Shaving

Learn How to Shave With a Straight Razor

Straight razor shaving is an old-fashioned skill that is enjoying something of a renaissance. It has been re-emerging in recent years, especially among men who want to get away from the toxic chemicals in today’s shaving products and the numerous health risks they present. However, safety is always the number one priority when it comes to the use of a straight razor. If you are new to this or even if you have used one before, you need to be aware of the dangers involved. The following are the steps on how to do it properly.

Trim your Beard

You will need to trim your beard before you use your straight razor. This is to ensure that the hair is long enough to grab onto when you are shaving. If your beard is too long, it will get in the way and make it impossible for you to get a good grip on your razor.

Clean the Part Where you are going to Shave

Once you have trimmed your beard, you are ready to start straight razor shaving. Make sure that your skin is cleaned and dry, and that you have taken the time to ensure it is free from lotions and other products. To warn you of the danger, you must keep the blade facing upwards when in storage, use a pre-shave oil, make the blades sharp, use the vegetable-based oil type of shave cream, and never apply more cream than is needed to provide a tight ‘glide’.

Actual Shaving

You will need to take the straight razor and hold it at a 30-degree angle, ensuring that the blade is facing away from you. Gently stroke the blade in small strokes along the skin, ensuring that you do not press too hard and cut yourself. Once you have done this all over your face, it is time to take the next step. You need to take the blade and begin to shave the hair on your cheeks and jawline. You will need to go over this area in small strokes, making sure not to press too hard and cause yourself some discomfort.

For information about our straight razor shaving services, and if you live in or around the Oakland, CA area, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Krispy Professional Barbershop today at this number (510) 221-3021 to make an appointment.

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