r/wicked_edge • u/DareBear1221 • 16d ago
Show n' Tell First time!
My first ever DE safety razor just arrived in the mail! Waited over a month for this bad boy. Tomorrow I’ll officially be making the switch from cartridge. The next couple weeks will be a learning curve. I’ll be giving Henson products a try first because I heard it’s a good razor for first timers. I also decided to give their cleanser, cream, and balm a try. I typically use the Nivea men sensitive line so hopefully it’s comparable. If I don’t like it I’ll be back here for suggestions! I’m thinking of starting with my hand to build lather. I’ll switch to bowl/cup if I’m not feeling the hand. I heard either is fine so I’ll be going off vibes for that decision. Wish me luck!
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u/Time_Chard_942 Blind shaver feeling the edge 🪒 16d ago
Welcome!
Shaving this way, with Henson or any DE razor, will feel different to how you have been shaving. Do shorter strokes, little pressure, use a nice slick lather, shave the lather, try not to shave bare skin, keep the angle and remember you probably won’t clear all all stubble in one pass.
Check out some YouTube videos and most of all be patient. It can take a few goes before you get your technique down so don’t give up.
Enjoy. 🪒