THIS is the video I needed when I started using safety razors and wet shaving in general, great job.Your channel really grew since I started watching you
@@OhioShaves Oh yeah you do.The close ups, the good microphone you got making sure it catches every single hair being cut, editing, everything is great.I can't name a better channel right now for wet shaving
After 30+ years of shaving with a disposable razor, I've decided to try Henson, I never used a safety razor before, and my expectations were low I mean how much better can it be, right? Was I wrong that thing is as smooth as butter!! No more disposable for me!!
My father never taught me these things. I appreciate you taking 30 mins to explain this to me. I have been hurting myself trying to figure it out. I shaved alongside you and an hour later no irritation. Thank you!
Just followed this whole video for my first ever shave with a double edge razor. Fantastic tutorial sir I used a Rockwell 6S. Started with a 1 - couldn't get a the razor to cut Went to a lvl 2 and started feeling and hearing the razor do it's work. Did a second pass on lvl 3 VERY LIGHTLY around my mustache and chin hairs. SUCCESS !!! some slight stinging on my upper lip / mustache when applying my after shave. But no nics, no cuts. I would say this first attempt is a success. Thanks for posting this great beginner tutorial
My father died when I was young so I never had his shaving advice. I’ve hated shaving since I was old enough to shave. But I’ve always used disposable razors. After watching this video I ordered a Henson with a Gillette platinum blade. Bought the pre-shave oil, alum bar, Nivea shave balm and the best thing ever… the witch Hazel after shave. Wow. First time my face didn’t wind up feeling like a red hot, bumpy sunburn. It was actually a pleasant experience. Big thanks!
I had to learn how to shave by myself as well. That was many long years ago. Like you, I also started out using disposable razors and then cartridge razors. I think we are all on a better path now.
Just ordered a Henson AL13. Can’t wait to try it! I presently use Harry’s razors and want to get back to my roots. I love Phoenix’s products like Cold Spices and Black Shroud. They’re a couple old school scents and the shave soap gives a really smooth shave!😀
Thanks for sharing your findings. I used different oils as preshaver. Almond oil was fantastic. But what i want to share with you is that glycerine is the KING. Why? It is the best lubricant and one of the best moisturisers. Most importantly, by using glycerine razor blades last longer. Even blades are not sharp enough glycerine stick arround facial hair helping the blade to cut....to cut deep.😊
This is so timely, I watched some of your older videos yesterday before grabbing Bevel's starter kit with safety razor. Enjoyed my first shave but see where I went wrong watching this video. The lather matters.
I am not exactly a beginner with wet shaving, nor am I an expert. I have stages where I will shave for a few months, and stages where I will just let my beard grow for a few months. I go back and forth like that a lot. Right now I'm in a shaving phase. I felt the need to watch this video and I'm glad I did. I've never tried going across the grain with a double edge razor. This video clearly shows going with and across the grain, and I was able to study what you did. That helps me. Also I appreciate your using different razors. I paid a lot of attention to that. I am not sure my Merkur razor is best for me and my skin...maybe I need a higher end razor. I also like the Simpson brush you are using. Perhaps my shaving satisfaction will increase as I get myself better quality equipment. This video is most helpful to me. Thank you for posting it!
Thanks! I just purchased a Henson ++ and have shed with it twice so far. I can't wait for my beard to grow back so I can do it again! Thanks for all of the useful tips 👍
What an EXCELLENT video! I wish I would’ve seen this when I first started wet shaving. I’m saving this and passing it on to newbies I know. Keep up the great job! 🤜🏻 👊🏻
Really VERY helpful tips and advice! Thank you. My journey in shaving with a safety razor started today although I found your channel and a few others a couple days ago. I've been a "cartridge critter" and 'lectric larry for more than 4 decades now and while I could manage a pretty close shave it was always "something you just do" and not engaged in. Only one nick and that was in a place I could manage to nick even with an electric foil razor. I'll be checking out your earlier videos this weekend - again, thank you for all the great advice!
Great Video Ive been a cartridge shaver. I think it was a generation thing. I havnt figured out if Im stupid or cheap, I only change the cartridge twice a year and my facial hair is like barbed wire. I ordered the 6s havnt used it yet, I kept seeing the supply se, I ordered that and Im so impressed with it, I dont hear much of nothing wondering about results, the biggest thing is the way hair just dissappears no build up on blade. I need to break out the rockwell. Im experimenting right now, matter of fact I have a 12/8 near wedge and 8/8 1/4 hollow straight razors coming. Those might just be display items.
I'm really new to de shaving and have watched a few of your videos and just like to say that the content is very helpful, I also like the fact if you don't like something that you just say it's not for you and don't trash the product
Got my first bbs shave this morning because of this vid. Painting and then blooming the shave soap on the face was particularly helpful. I'm new to DE shaving (about a month now) and I'm just using a crappy Weishi butterfly razor. BUT, I picked up a blade variety pack and the first one used was the Gillette Silver Blue. I think it made a huge difference compared to the Zomchi blades that I've been using. Anyway, thank you showing me the ways!
I am so happy for you and thanks for watching the video and I am so pleased that it helped you acquire a BBS shave. Just goes to prove you don't have to have a $300 razor to get a BBS shave. Kudos to you and keep us up-to-date.
Hey I was trying to find a genuine channel about shaving and I am glad I found yours. Can you advise me whether I can shave both my hair and face & neck area with the same razor?
Thanks for the video... Subscribed.... Just retired my first braun electric razor I started with... Found your channel when I was looking at the Hensen... Nice how-to video Shaved without the oil and just the leaf soap few small red bits on Adams apple and under my lip as I shaved down vs across like you did... Still face is smooth and no razor burn... I waiting on oil and the skin cream you showed but figured hey I would try without them so I can feel the difference when they arrive... My dad never used a razor so I was going in blind mostly.. i am happy with the results 👍
Great 👍🏻 Video. Glade you mention the bloom water again in regards to what it does for your face. Thank You. For the great information you share with us.
When I have some more cushion in the budget in a few months I’m gonna get a Henson and give it a whirl and then probably watch this video a bunch lol I already use a brush and a bowl.
Great video! I am totally in with a Rockwell 6C from a cartridge razor. My first shave last night. How do you rinse the razor during the shave? I noticed when I rinsed the razor that it was gumming up. I rinsed in my shaving bowl and also under running water. My routine was 1) Stirling Pre-shave soap Mentholated 2) Stirling Executive Man - Shave Soap 3) 6C with a #3 block and a Astra Platinum blade. 4) Alum Block 5) THAYERS Facial Toner 6) Nivea 7) Disassemble the razor for cleaning. The shave was average, with only a few very small knicks. I have a few hot spots on the neck, but overall, way better than I thought it would be. I tend to shave twice a week, giving my skin some time to recover. During the downtime, I use oils, and I will introduce the new toner and Nivea into my recovery routine. For my next shave, I will use a #4 block and NACET blade. Question, do you store your blade in your razor or remove it? If you remove it, how do you store the single loose blade?
You may have to add more water to your face if the soap is coming up in your razor. Sounds like it may be a little too thick and needs more water. I do remove the blade from the razor every time and leave it on a hand towel to dry along with the razor.
Thank you for reviewing my comment and providing feedback! Keep up the great work and your top-shelf content. I chuckle at myself for watching so many shaving videos. I can't wait to have a near-painless shaving experience (i.e. razor burn). Please continue to educate.
An excellent, detailed tutorial. Your video should be very helpful to anyone new to traditional safety razor shaving. For beginners, I would recommend not doing a 3-pass shave. Just shave with the grain and across the grain until the skin gets accustomed to the razor. The alum block is the one post-shave item I would highly recommend as well. It's an excellent astringent for skin cells to help prevent irritation. But it's a misnomer to say that cold water and/or alum "close" the pores. Skin pores are always open. The one safety razor I always recommend to newbies is the Rockwell 6C. It's like getting six safety razors in one and allows the user to dial in the most comfortable shave that works for them. New shavers should really appreciate what you did by putting out this video. Kudos.
I've been going against the grain on my neck for years, and it's always been unpleasant. Thank you for the suggestions on the neck area, I'm going to try that next time. Also really enjoyed your review in the Henson, I think that will be my next gift idea for myself come the holidays. Enjoy your content, keep it up!
You have a great channel, and this is the best beginner video I've seen. I do have a question: shave cream can be face Lathered, while shaving soap needs to be bowl lathered correct? I had a great first safety razor experience based on your videos. So thank you! Also on a scale of 1 to 5 with 1 being mild and 5 being sharpest where does the Personna "comfort coat" rate on the scale? Thank you!
Really enjoyed your videos, my significant other may have thought I was a bit crazy watching another person shave for multiple hours across a few days; but she already familiar with my oddities. Hope your channel blows up soon.... it deserves it! Now to go try my first safety razer shave after switching off cartridges (Picked up the T2 kit) . Ready for some learning curve nicks :)
My favorites, 1. Unscented pre-shave soap from Stirling Soaps. I don't like oil. Everything gets greasy. 2. Unscented shave soap from Stirling. Lathers easily, slick and excellent cushion. 3. Unscented cream from Kiss My Face. Slick, effective and inexpensive. I don't have sensitive skin, but like to vary my aftershave scents.
I'm a PAA user. Both them and Sterling. Even though I like the scent of some Sterlings offers better, I think PAA lathers better. Even their CK-5 offering. Their CK-6 (chef's kiss) lathers so well I just keep going back to it even though I still have some CK-5 left.
Glad I came across your video. I prefer to be clean shaven for work and to please the misses. However I’ve tried every sort of disposable razor and it either doesn’t give me that smooth feeling I’m looking for or they irritate my skin and I get razor burn. My wife is getting me the Rockwell 6c for Father’s Day and I’m excited to try it out. Thanks for this video and all the other reviews! Earned a subscriber
Liquid Coconut Oil works great as shave oil. It's a good idea to read ingredients and see what you are actually buying. With many oils you are getting almond oil and/or sunflower oil etc. So liquid coconut oil which is inexpensive even for organic is a great way to go.
@@OhioShaves Just picked up Organic Argan Oil and Jojoba Oil (which is actually a liquid wax called an "oil") at trader joes. Great to put on both before and/or after shaves. Great channel, looking forward to more blade vs blade type reviews using a mild Henson as a "control" (two milds, one with razor a on this side and the other mild with razor b on this side).
@OhioShaves well, can you cover electrics and DEs and the leaf and Cartridges for head shaves? I know the Pit Bull electrics are very popular and The Rock uses the Braun Series 9 pro which is foil. Not sure if you own any of those the pit bull is rotary style.
I appreciate the content. I had watched some other videos you created and finally pivoted back to this. You definitely sold me on the Rockwell T2. Used your link in the comments and picked up the T2 kit. Can't wait to give it a try. Thanks again for making these contents. Btw I am down just South of Columbus in Grove City.
Try a Semogue Owners Club boar brush, You’ll never use a synthetic brush again, I was using synthetic, until I used the Semogue, no funky smell and feels broken in right away.
Those are all great razors… however you should’ve also said or included price and accessibility. As the ones you mentioned are pricey. For the accessibility the Gillette King C is a good choice, i would prefer Van der Hagen because made in Germany. You can buy them literally anywhere. The King C is a DE 3 piece system, and Van Der Hagen is a butterfly TTO. Soaps and the brush is the hard part to obtain, as they are only online for what i have seen ( in my area anyway ) But yea good beginners guide for the well off ones.
When you have a dimple in your chin straight razor kills it..I like the swivel on the leaf for that spot and twig for touch up.. 2nd pass twig with parker blade.. working on what 3 different blades to use in leaf.. parker 1st and nacet 2nd.. that's all I use..but was thinking 3rd spot putting a sharp cheaper blade like derby premium
I'm impressed seeing you internet shavers mowing right through your beards and moustaches with no pre-trimming. I thought only a professional barber with a straight razor could do that.
Amazing video man. Really detailed and easy to understand video for beginners , i wish i found something like this when i started safety razor journey. Today i accidentally found my first DE razor that i ever tried , it was that cheap plastic one Wilkinson Sword Classic and i remember even tho it was so cheap you could really feel difference between that and mach3 that i used before that. Have you tried that plastic Wilkinson Sword? And how would you compare Gillette Platinum vs Nacet blades in terms of sharpness? Have a good one , cheers 👊
I haven't tried to Wilkinson sword razor. The Platinum blades are sharper than the nacet's. Better quality control as well. I had to throw several away in the first 20 or so out of my 100 pack.
Alright did my first shave with a safety razor. Think I didn't remove enough water from the brush before I went into the puck. Started off with the 1 plate on my 6C. Wasn't really cutting so I decided to jump up to the 3. I got only one weeper, but I was only shaving my neck and some of my cheek, because my grandma complains if I shave off my beard. Shaved a little more than I planned and probably used too much pressure. Overall I liked the experience. Used Leaf Shave Oil, Taylor shaving cream, T3 brush, Parker Alum Block, Thayers, and Rockwell Post-Shave. Do you rinse the shaving cream off between each shave pass or did I do it wrong? How much of Thayers should I use? Any variety pack of blades you recommend? I used the blade that came with the 6C. Of course affiliate link please.
I figured I would post this since it is in the beginners guide. Im new and my 3rd attempt to shave and I noticed that the lather on my face felt sticky and the cream was gunking up in the Rockwell T2. I cleaned everything off and tried again with different soap and same experience. Have you had this before? Im wondering if maybe the water to soap raito was not enough. I havent had enough face growth to try again just yet.
Great question. Add more water lots of water to the tips of the brush and keep lathering till the soap pops into a great lather. I used to practice at night with the brush on my head and face just to get more experience on how much soap and how much water to add to my face. This worked great for me you might wanna give that a try as well.
@@OhioShaves you were on the money. Today I shaved but I did a few passes and while it was better than last time it still wasn't too great. I and got more water and pow. Now I know what consistency to look for. That was a night and day shave. If it's not a great lather it's like it's working against you. Stopping your blade from making smooth passes. When it's correct it's like a slip n slide the blade just wants to go and you have to stop it.
My dad passed away before I started shaving, so I never got the classic father/son shaving lesson. I had to pick things up here and there and also from my Dermatologist, who had a Homer Simpson/Fred Flintstone muzzle.
Actually really like your simpson T3 , in my country its really hard to find a good brush generally brushes here last for 2 months or less , plus T3 is to expensive to buy because our currency is devalued 😆 its like 20k ruppess here which is alot expensive , 20k ruppes here means like a 1000 buck there . But really lovely brush and really helpfull video for a lot of people . Regards Seikk
Supply says their blades are not proprietary. I am curious why you implied that you can’t try different blades with the supply razor. My son uses the supply so i am wondering if he has options to try other blades besides ones from supply. He likes it any way, but it would be nice to have options.
13:02 how to shave 13:28 face mapping 14:14 with the growth (first ) 14:28 this case shave downwards face cheeks 14:33 neck area across 14:36 below is up 14:50 up Adam's apple 15:28 first pass 20:26 neck area razor going upwards 22:08 Second pass 22:14 across the grain If you have sensitive neck area don't 22:42 sensitive skin shave with below Adams apples shave with 22:45 against the grain lightly don't push down 25:52 against the grain neck area Clean up pass/third pass 26:52 27:17 downwards neck clean up pass 28:04 Coldwater close pores and alum block In conclusion 32:23
Hey David, what a fabulous video. Step-by-step on how to, and why. I'm saving this one for someone who wants to know how to DE shave. I hope things are well, take care. 🪒💈🇨🇦
Not at all. I wanted to show the three basic types of safety razors. I didn't want to throw in two Rockwell razors. The 6R's are too good to fall out of my line-up
You should really try the RazoRock GameChanger .68 and .84 (just get the base plate). I heard its identical to the Rockwell 6C/6S but with a MUCH thinner head.
With regards to the Hensen what is the ++? I see the AL and the Ti model, plus the mild and medium but not an option for ++. Sorry for the newb question
I agree with you on Proraso cream...great stuff but definitely an older scent. Stirling soaps are my favorites so far but I haven't had a chance to branch out much. What other soaps should I put on my wish list?
Do you have experience or could you do review of shaving cream and pre-shave oil from BRICKELL ? (this brand popular from organic all natural thickening shampoo)
@@OhioShaves I'm still doing trial and error. Testing different blades to see what my face likes; I usually shave WTG then XTG. Tested the shark razors and tried going ATG but kept cutting myself no matter what. Happened with Wilkinson sword blades too, but with those irritation was worse.
@@OhioShaves I'll be trying Astra tomorrow, hopefully will get an even better result. Should I ever consider cuts on WTG/ATG when thinking about razors?
Great shave as usual, my friend. Your math may be off on the relative cost of Shave Secret oil, though. Found it at Walmart for $4.12/18.75 ml. The Leaf oil is $19.00/50 ml on their site. SS for 50ml would be about $11. Is there any qualitative difference in the shaves you get from those two? Best regards!
Thanks, this is a good instructional video. Some people talk about J-hooking to get a closer shave. have you tried that on the neck? If not for my lower neck, I'd be irritation free, but the lower neck is a trouble spot. If I go light, it leaves stubble. If I go for smooth, I get lobster red and instant razor burn. Based on your video and someone elses, I think I'm holding the razor (Rockwell T2) wrong. For neck, I should be holding by the tip of the handle almost.
@@OhioShaves do you think some razors just don’t work for some people? I just shaved my (still recovering neck) with a Razorock Gamechanger 0.68 and got no irritation, same as Leaf Twig using Astra SP blade. Maybe Rockwell T2 is just not for me even as it’s a great razor for most other gents.
Are ok because that nasty weather yesterday here in indiana was crazy it scared the daylights out of me we almost got a tornado the weather man said unstable weather
2:49 Well PAA is available in EU but it's just too damn expensive. Every CK6 based soap is like 33+ Bucks (for me at least). B&M or A&E if it has to be american goes for 22+ and I would prefer their bases anyway over CK6.
@@OhioShaves I like it it's just not better than K2e from A&E or Omnibus from B&M. Plus PAA used to shill their products with fake accounts and bought reviews in the past. Creating a own subreddit promoting heavily etc. There's a huge reddit post about it. Not really trustworthy
Great tutorial there! Unfortunately for me, i had to send back my leaf twig as i found the coating is peeling off not a even a week since i bought it. Now let's hope if they send me their other twig as that would be across the globe delivery here.
Art of shaving pre shave oil is amazing and your right it is cheating because I can go over the same spot 20 times and get no irritation when I use the oil
I am currently using the pre-shave Leaf Oil by applying 4 drops above and below my mouth. I've got some denser whisker areas there that require multiple DE shaver passes. The oil base under my shaving soap helps to reduce skin irritation.
THIS is the video I needed when I started using safety razors and wet shaving in general, great job.Your channel really grew since I started watching you
Thanks. Rapid growth 6000 views per day. That’s better than most huge channels. I must be doing something right
@@OhioShaves Oh yeah you do.The close ups, the good microphone you got making sure it catches every single hair being cut, editing, everything is great.I can't name a better channel right now for wet shaving
That’s awesome
After 30+ years of shaving with a disposable razor, I've decided to try Henson, I never used a safety razor before, and my expectations were low I mean how much better can it be, right? Was I wrong that thing is as smooth as butter!! No more disposable for me!!
That’s awesome. Thanks for your support
Thank you for this. I'm just getting into wet shaving, and never had a father figure to show me the ropes growing up. Greatly appreciated.
Welcome😁. I’m always here to help. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions
My father never taught me these things. I appreciate you taking 30 mins to explain this to me. I have been hurting myself trying to figure it out. I shaved alongside you and an hour later no irritation. Thank you!
You are so welcome. Thanks for your support
This is by FAR the best beginners guide to wet shaving i've ever seen. Thank you sir 👍
Thank you much. Glad it was helpful😀
Just followed this whole video for my first ever shave with a double edge razor.
Fantastic tutorial sir
I used a Rockwell 6S.
Started with a 1 - couldn't get a the razor to cut
Went to a lvl 2 and started feeling and hearing the razor do it's work.
Did a second pass on lvl 3 VERY LIGHTLY around my mustache and chin hairs.
SUCCESS !!!
some slight stinging on my upper lip / mustache when applying my after shave. But no nics, no cuts.
I would say this first attempt is a success.
Thanks for posting this great beginner tutorial
That's so Cool. Thank you much and Glad I could Help
My father died when I was young so I never had his shaving advice.
I’ve hated shaving since I was old enough to shave. But I’ve always used disposable razors. After watching this video I ordered a Henson with a Gillette platinum blade. Bought the pre-shave oil, alum bar, Nivea shave balm and the best thing ever… the witch Hazel after shave.
Wow. First time my face didn’t wind up feeling like a red hot, bumpy sunburn. It was actually a pleasant experience. Big thanks!
So happy for you. Thanks for Supporting. Keep in touch 👍
@@OhioShaves definitely. I’m a sub and shared your videos with all my friends. You make really helpful content. 👍
I had to learn how to shave by myself as well. That was many long years ago. Like you, I also started out using disposable razors and then cartridge razors. I think we are all on a better path now.
Just ordered a Henson AL13. Can’t wait to try it! I presently use Harry’s razors and want to get back to my roots. I love Phoenix’s products like Cold Spices and Black Shroud. They’re a couple old school scents and the shave soap gives a really smooth shave!😀
Nice. Thanks for your support
Thanks for sharing your findings. I used different oils as preshaver. Almond oil was fantastic. But what i want to share with you is that glycerine is the KING. Why? It is the best lubricant and one of the best moisturisers. Most importantly, by using glycerine razor blades last longer. Even blades are not sharp enough glycerine stick arround facial hair helping the blade to cut....to cut deep.😊
Nice. I’ll look into that. Thanks
I also recommend people to watch your first video and go from there. I think I'm also all the way through and I have learned a ton from you!
Great suggestion. Thanks
Good tip alum on the razor shaft
Thank you much
I love how you patiently explain everything.
Thank you much
This is so timely, I watched some of your older videos yesterday before grabbing Bevel's starter kit with safety razor. Enjoyed my first shave but see where I went wrong watching this video. The lather matters.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your support👍
I am not exactly a beginner with wet shaving, nor am I an expert. I have stages where I will shave for a few months, and stages where I will just let my beard grow for a few months. I go back and forth like that a lot. Right now I'm in a shaving phase. I felt the need to watch this video and I'm glad I did. I've never tried going across the grain with a double edge razor. This video clearly shows going with and across the grain, and I was able to study what you did. That helps me. Also I appreciate your using different razors. I paid a lot of attention to that. I am not sure my Merkur razor is best for me and my skin...maybe I need a higher end razor. I also like the Simpson brush you are using. Perhaps my shaving satisfaction will increase as I get myself better quality equipment. This video is most helpful to me. Thank you for posting it!
Welcome. Thanks for sharing your experience and compliments👏
Thanks! I just purchased a Henson ++ and have shed with it twice so far. I can't wait for my beard to grow back so I can do it again! Thanks for all of the useful tips 👍
Right on! Thanks for your support
What an EXCELLENT video! I wish I would’ve seen this when I first started wet shaving. I’m saving this and passing it on to newbies I know. Keep up the great job! 🤜🏻 👊🏻
Fantastic!
Really VERY helpful tips and advice! Thank you. My journey in shaving with a safety razor started today although I found your channel and a few others a couple days ago. I've been a "cartridge critter" and 'lectric larry for more than 4 decades now and while I could manage a pretty close shave it was always "something you just do" and not engaged in. Only one nick and that was in a place I could manage to nick even with an electric foil razor. I'll be checking out your earlier videos this weekend - again, thank you for all the great advice!
Welcome Scotty. Thanks for sharing and your support. What part of OH
Welcome to the club! I've been safety razor shaving for like 7 years now. It's all about the lather, angles, and controlling your pressure.
Great Video Ive been a cartridge shaver. I think it was a generation thing. I havnt figured out if Im stupid or cheap, I only change the cartridge twice a year and my facial hair is like barbed wire. I ordered the 6s havnt used it yet, I kept seeing the supply se, I ordered that and Im so impressed with it, I dont hear much of nothing wondering about results, the biggest thing is the way hair just dissappears no build up on blade. I need to break out the rockwell. Im experimenting right now, matter of fact I have a 12/8 near wedge and 8/8 1/4 hollow straight razors coming. Those might just be display items.
I think you're right it's a generational thing. Check this video out.: th-cam.com/video/_2lS65WjW10/w-d-xo.html
I'm really new to de shaving and have watched a few of your videos and just like to say that the content is very helpful, I also like the fact if you don't like something that you just say it's not for you and don't trash the product
Thanks for your support
My Henson just arrived… excited to start hackin’ and hewin’…
Thank for the recommendation and the channel!
Very well done.
That’s great news. Thanks for all your support and keep us up-to-date on your first shave.
Got my first bbs shave this morning because of this vid. Painting and then blooming the shave soap on the face was particularly helpful.
I'm new to DE shaving (about a month now) and I'm just using a crappy Weishi butterfly razor. BUT, I picked up a blade variety pack and the first one used was the Gillette Silver Blue. I think it made a huge difference compared to the
Zomchi blades that I've been using. Anyway, thank you showing me the ways!
I am so happy for you and thanks for watching the video and I am so pleased that it helped you acquire a BBS shave. Just goes to prove you don't have to have a $300 razor to get a BBS shave. Kudos to you and keep us up-to-date.
Hey I was trying to find a genuine channel about shaving and I am glad I found yours.
Can you advise me whether I can shave both my hair and face & neck area with the same razor?
Yes you can!
Thanks for the video... Subscribed.... Just retired my first braun electric razor I started with...
Found your channel when I was looking at the Hensen... Nice how-to video
Shaved without the oil and just the leaf soap few small red bits on Adams apple and under my lip as I shaved down vs across like you did...
Still face is smooth and no razor burn... I waiting on oil and the skin cream you showed but figured hey I would try without them so I can feel the difference when they arrive...
My dad never used a razor so I was going in blind mostly.. i am happy with the results 👍
Great news. Thanks for your support
Great 👍🏻 Video. Glade you mention the bloom water again in regards to what it does for your face. Thank You. For the great information you share with us.
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When I have some more cushion in the budget in a few months I’m gonna get a Henson and give it a whirl and then probably watch this video a bunch lol I already use a brush and a bowl.
great choice
Great video! I am totally in with a Rockwell 6C from a cartridge razor. My first shave last night. How do you rinse the razor during the shave? I noticed when I rinsed the razor that it was gumming up. I rinsed in my shaving bowl and also under running water. My routine was 1) Stirling Pre-shave soap Mentholated 2) Stirling Executive Man - Shave Soap 3) 6C with a #3 block and a Astra Platinum blade. 4) Alum Block 5) THAYERS Facial Toner 6) Nivea 7) Disassemble the razor for cleaning. The shave was average, with only a few very small knicks. I have a few hot spots on the neck, but overall, way better than I thought it would be. I tend to shave twice a week, giving my skin some time to recover. During the downtime, I use oils, and I will introduce the new toner and Nivea into my recovery routine. For my next shave, I will use a #4 block and NACET blade.
Question, do you store your blade in your razor or remove it? If you remove it, how do you store the single loose blade?
You may have to add more water to your face if the soap is coming up in your razor. Sounds like it may be a little too thick and needs more water. I do remove the blade from the razor every time and leave it on a hand towel to dry along with the razor.
Thank you for reviewing my comment and providing feedback! Keep up the great work and your top-shelf content. I chuckle at myself for watching so many shaving videos. I can't wait to have a near-painless shaving experience (i.e. razor burn). Please continue to educate.
An excellent, detailed tutorial. Your video should be very helpful to anyone new to traditional safety razor shaving. For beginners, I would recommend not doing a 3-pass shave. Just shave with the grain and across the grain until the skin gets accustomed to the razor. The alum block is the one post-shave item I would highly recommend as well. It's an excellent astringent for skin cells to help prevent irritation. But it's a misnomer to say that cold water and/or alum "close" the pores. Skin pores are always open. The one safety razor I always recommend to newbies is the Rockwell 6C. It's like getting six safety razors in one and allows the user to dial in the most comfortable shave that works for them. New shavers should really appreciate what you did by putting out this video. Kudos.
Thank you much
Definitely a must for Beginners. I only started 3 months ago and wish I had seen this earlier. Thank you for doing these videos!
You're so welcome!
I've been going against the grain on my neck for years, and it's always been unpleasant. Thank you for the suggestions on the neck area, I'm going to try that next time. Also really enjoyed your review in the Henson, I think that will be my next gift idea for myself come the holidays. Enjoy your content, keep it up!
Thank you much
All you videos have great content....exceptional every time. I use the TWIG and the T2.
Two of my favorites. Your choice and razors.
Wow what a teaching for beginners bro
Thanks brother. I tried to cover as much as I could in 30min
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greetings from south africa 🖖🏻 regards dapper shaves
Man that pre shave bar from razor emporium is sooooo awesome you can just lather up with that by itself and shave
Nice.
You have a great channel, and this is the best beginner video I've seen. I do have a question: shave cream can be face Lathered, while shaving soap needs to be bowl lathered correct? I had a great first safety razor experience based on your videos. So thank you! Also on a scale of 1 to 5 with 1 being mild and 5 being sharpest where does the Personna "comfort coat" rate on the scale? Thank you!
You can face lather with shaving soap. Personna CC is a 3.5. Thanks for your support
@OhioShaves what a great detailed educational guide on traditional wet shaving.
Thank you kindly
I was always a badger guy. I just switched to PAA synthetic , will never go back to badger. The synthetics are great!
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Really enjoyed your videos, my significant other may have thought I was a bit crazy watching another person shave for multiple hours across a few days; but she already familiar with my oddities. Hope your channel blows up soon.... it deserves it! Now to go try my first safety razer shave after switching off cartridges (Picked up the T2 kit) . Ready for some learning curve nicks :)
Thanks for your support
Pretty cool I just dont know if i have 25 mins!
I get it. It's a tutorial. It's very lengthy. I covered a lot of of material.
Great video as always!!! Happy Friday!!! Watching from work break!
Thank you! You too!
My favorites,
1. Unscented pre-shave soap from Stirling Soaps. I don't like oil. Everything gets greasy.
2. Unscented shave soap from Stirling. Lathers easily, slick and excellent cushion.
3. Unscented cream from Kiss My Face. Slick, effective and inexpensive.
I don't have sensitive skin, but like to vary my aftershave scents.
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I'm a PAA user. Both them and Sterling. Even though I like the scent of some Sterlings offers better, I think PAA lathers better. Even their CK-5 offering. Their CK-6 (chef's kiss) lathers so well I just keep going back to it even though I still have some CK-5 left.
Right on👍
excellent guide
Glad you enjoyed it. Long video but the response is good.
Glad I came across your video. I prefer to be clean shaven for work and to please the misses. However I’ve tried every sort of disposable razor and it either doesn’t give me that smooth feeling I’m looking for or they irritate my skin and I get razor burn. My wife is getting me the Rockwell 6c for Father’s Day and I’m excited to try it out. Thanks for this video and all the other reviews! Earned a subscriber
Thank you much. Keep us posted
Liquid Coconut Oil works great as shave oil. It's a good idea to read ingredients and see what you are actually buying. With many oils you are getting almond oil and/or sunflower oil etc. So liquid coconut oil which is inexpensive even for organic is a great way to go.
Great tip.
@@OhioShaves Just picked up Organic Argan Oil and Jojoba Oil (which is actually a liquid wax called an "oil") at trader joes. Great to put on both before and/or after shaves. Great channel, looking forward to more blade vs blade type reviews using a mild Henson as a "control" (two milds, one with razor a on this side and the other mild with razor b on this side).
Very nice, love the video great quality I'm still getting used to DEs myself. You should do a head shave tutorial just like this one.
Great suggestion. I’ve been working on a script. Should be out next month. Any suggestions on content to cover in the video?
@OhioShaves well, can you cover electrics and DEs and the leaf and Cartridges for head shaves? I know the Pit Bull electrics are very popular and The Rock uses the Braun Series 9 pro which is foil. Not sure if you own any of those the pit bull is rotary style.
greetings from south africa 🖖🏻 best wishes dapper shaves
awesome and helpful video
Thanks. Glad to help out
I appreciate the content. I had watched some other videos you created and finally pivoted back to this. You definitely sold me on the Rockwell T2. Used your link in the comments and picked up the T2 kit. Can't wait to give it a try. Thanks again for making these contents. Btw I am down just South of Columbus in Grove City.
Thanks for your support. I know your area well. I lived in Columbus for a couple of years after high school
Great Video. Thank you Sir
You are welcome
Try a Semogue Owners Club boar brush, You’ll never use a synthetic brush again, I was using synthetic, until I used the Semogue, no funky smell and feels broken in right away.
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Those are all great razors… however you should’ve also said or included price and accessibility. As the ones you mentioned are pricey.
For the accessibility the Gillette King C is a good choice, i would prefer Van der Hagen because made in Germany. You can buy them literally anywhere. The King C is a DE 3 piece system, and Van Der Hagen is a butterfly TTO.
Soaps and the brush is the hard part to obtain, as they are only online for what i have seen ( in my area anyway )
But yea good beginners guide for the well off ones.
Great video!
Thank you much
Don't forget about parker blade with twig..wow
Good to know
@@OhioShaves let's kill the mach 3 with a swivel blade like the leaf but just 2 blades and we'd be in business lol.. thanks again for all you do!!
PAA CK/CK6 base is performing better for me than my tallow soaps 😳 All I use for my head shaves now. Amazing scents, lather, and slickness
Thanks for sharing Scott. I hope they sent more👃💈👍
When you have a dimple in your chin straight razor kills it..I like the swivel on the leaf for that spot and twig for touch up.. 2nd pass twig with parker blade.. working on what 3 different blades to use in leaf.. parker 1st and nacet 2nd.. that's all I use..but was thinking 3rd spot putting a sharp cheaper blade like derby premium
Thanks for sharing
Great production quality! Great info!
Thanks buddy
You look awesome sir. Love your bideo
Hey thanks
The master shares his wisdom🙏🏻
😂 I'm not sure about all that being a master, but I definitely wanted to share my experienc
I'm impressed seeing you internet shavers mowing right through your beards and moustaches with no pre-trimming. I thought only a professional barber with a straight razor could do that.
We can do all this from the comfort of your own home
Amazing video man. Really detailed and easy to understand video for beginners , i wish i found something like this when i started safety razor journey.
Today i accidentally found my first DE razor that i ever tried , it was that cheap plastic one Wilkinson Sword Classic and i remember even tho it was so cheap you could really feel difference between that and mach3 that i used before that. Have you tried that plastic Wilkinson Sword?
And how would you compare Gillette Platinum vs Nacet blades in terms of sharpness?
Have a good one , cheers 👊
I haven't tried to Wilkinson sword razor. The Platinum blades are sharper than the nacet's. Better quality control as well. I had to throw several away in the first 20 or so out of my 100 pack.
Just bought $125 worth through your amazon affiliate links, I'll see how wet shaving is on Oct 2 when it arrives.
Make sure to keep us up-to-date on your first shave. Thanks for your support.
Alright did my first shave with a safety razor. Think I didn't remove enough water from the brush before I went into the puck.
Started off with the 1 plate on my 6C. Wasn't really cutting so I decided to jump up to the 3. I got only one weeper, but I was only shaving my neck and some of my cheek, because my grandma complains if I shave off my beard. Shaved a little more than I planned and probably used too much pressure.
Overall I liked the experience. Used Leaf Shave Oil, Taylor shaving cream, T3 brush, Parker Alum Block, Thayers, and Rockwell Post-Shave.
Do you rinse the shaving cream off between each shave pass or did I do it wrong?
How much of Thayers should I use?
Any variety pack of blades you recommend? I used the blade that came with the 6C. Of course affiliate link please.
It's good to use pre shave oil Taylor it's me favourite
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Masterclass 🙏
Thank you much
Another excellent video, thank you very much!
Thanks for your support
Thanks!
Thanks for your generosity and support
Same problem on my neck - can only go with or against very lighlty. Tried across the other day with my standard set up - still recovering.
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I figured I would post this since it is in the beginners guide. Im new and my 3rd attempt to shave and I noticed that the lather on my face felt sticky and the cream was gunking up in the Rockwell T2. I cleaned everything off and tried again with different soap and same experience. Have you had this before? Im wondering if maybe the water to soap raito was not enough. I havent had enough face growth to try again just yet.
Great question. Add more water lots of water to the tips of the brush and keep lathering till the soap pops into a great lather. I used to practice at night with the brush on my head and face just to get more experience on how much soap and how much water to add to my face. This worked great for me you might wanna give that a try as well.
@@OhioShaves you were on the money. Today I shaved but I did a few passes and while it was better than last time it still wasn't too great. I and got more water and pow. Now I know what consistency to look for. That was a night and day shave. If it's not a great lather it's like it's working against you. Stopping your blade from making smooth passes. When it's correct it's like a slip n slide the blade just wants to go and you have to stop it.
As always 5 days of growth here ❤
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My dad passed away before I started shaving, so I never got the classic father/son shaving lesson. I had to pick things up here and there and also from my Dermatologist, who had a Homer Simpson/Fred Flintstone muzzle.
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Actually really like your simpson T3 , in my country its really hard to find a good brush generally brushes here last for 2 months or less , plus T3 is to expensive to buy because our currency is devalued 😆 its like 20k ruppess here which is alot expensive , 20k ruppes here means like a 1000 buck there . But really lovely brush and really helpfull video for a lot of people . Regards Seikk
Wow
Supply says their blades are not proprietary. I am curious why you implied that you can’t try different blades with the supply razor. My son uses the supply so i am wondering if he has options to try other blades besides ones from supply. He likes it any way, but it would be nice to have options.
You're very limited on blade selection
Great video !!! 👍🏻🪒🧼
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Great video! Been using my AL13 mild for about 3 weeks now and it’s absolutely amazing. Thinking of getting the ++ Thoughts? Keep up the great work!
If you want it. Buy it👍
@@bronsonstrundson313 Thank you! 👍🪒
Welcome
Is there a good smelling soap or cream that you would say you love?
📦Taylor of old Bond Street: amzn.to/3DSGO1D
@@OhioShaves you're the best
How many times do I have to shave 🪒 my face off with or against the grain without irritation from my face?
Twice.
13:02 how to shave
13:28 face mapping
14:14 with the growth (first )
14:28 this case shave downwards face cheeks
14:33 neck area across
14:36 below is up
14:50 up Adam's apple
15:28 first pass
20:26 neck area razor going upwards
22:08 Second pass
22:14 across the grain If you have sensitive neck area don't
22:42 sensitive skin shave with below Adams apples shave with 22:45 against the grain lightly don't push down
25:52 against the grain neck area
Clean up pass/third pass 26:52
27:17 downwards neck clean up pass
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Coldwater close pores and alum block
In conclusion 32:23
Is this a timestamp?
Yeah for myself since it's probably easier for me to go back and forth when shaving 😅 @@OhioShaves
I added it so you will see it in the progress bar when you're watching the video. Thanks for your help and making the timestamp for me.
Yeah I don't think it's working what you said but for sure you're welcome @@OhioShaves
@@alexpadillayt Thanks. I fixed it and it's running on
top video !! have a nice weekend
Thank you! You too!
Hey David, what a fabulous video. Step-by-step on how to, and why. I'm saving this one for someone who wants to know how to DE shave. I hope things are well, take care. 🪒💈🇨🇦
Thanks for your Support Brad. All is well💈👍
Awesome video. Just curious, has the Rockwell 6C / 6S slipped a little in your favorite razor line up?
Not at all. I wanted to show the three basic types of safety razors. I didn't want to throw in two Rockwell razors. The 6R's are too good to fall out of my line-up
@@OhioShaves great, thanks for the comeback 💈
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Cathedral from Adrian. Is it a hard soap in the tin?
It’s soft but not a cream
@@OhioShaves thanks
You should really try the RazoRock GameChanger .68 and .84 (just get the base plate). I heard its identical to the Rockwell 6C/6S but with a MUCH thinner head.
Just have them send me one
With regards to the Hensen what is the ++? I see the AL and the Ti model, plus the mild and medium but not an option for ++. Sorry for the newb question
+ is Mild and ++ is Medium.👍
I agree with you on Proraso cream...great stuff but definitely an older scent. Stirling soaps are my favorites so far but I haven't had a chance to branch out much. What other soaps should I put on my wish list?
Taylor of old Bond Street "TOBS" and anything from Phoenix shaving or better known as "PAA"
Hi from Denmark. Like your videos. So nice that you share your experience. What’s your favorite head shave razor if not the Leaf razor?
Thank you much. It's the Leaf. R41 is killer with a lot growth and alway my Rockwell 6R's using the #6 plate.
Nice. Thank you. I got both of them. But just wanted to know what you think. Big fan of your videos 😀.
Do you have experience or could you do review of shaving cream and pre-shave oil from BRICKELL ? (this brand popular from organic all natural thickening shampoo)
I’ll look into it. Thanks.
@@OhioShaves thanks sir 🫡 (on your recommendation just ordered Leaf Twig from a EU site as I'm stepping away from Match3 Turbos.
Congratulations.
I have the thought forms shaving soap and it feels good but I really don't like the scent
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Amazing.
Glad you think so!
Is there a reason XTG hurts your neck more than ATG? I'm really struggling trying to get ATG to work without tugging or cutting myself.
I can’t go across the growth. I have to go with the grain twice, too much irritation on my sensitive neck. You?
@@OhioShaves I'm still doing trial and error. Testing different blades to see what my face likes; I usually shave WTG then XTG. Tested the shark razors and tried going ATG but kept cutting myself no matter what. Happened with Wilkinson sword blades too, but with those irritation was worse.
I didn't care for the shark blades as well. They cut my face up pretty good.@@deejams18
@@OhioShaves I'll be trying Astra tomorrow, hopefully will get an even better result. Should I ever consider cuts on WTG/ATG when thinking about razors?
I can't shave across the growth on my lower neck or I will get razor bombs and razor burn@@deejams18
Great shave as usual, my friend. Your math may be off on the relative cost of Shave Secret oil, though. Found it at Walmart for $4.12/18.75 ml. The Leaf oil is $19.00/50 ml on their site. SS for 50ml would be about $11. Is there any qualitative difference in the shaves you get from those two? Best regards!
I paid $10 at the drug store 🤣
@@OhioShaves Wow, that does change the calculation. Cheers.
I got ripped off 😁
Thanks, this is a good instructional video. Some people talk about J-hooking to get a closer shave. have you tried that on the neck? If not for my lower neck, I'd be irritation free, but the lower neck is a trouble spot. If I go light, it leaves stubble. If I go for smooth, I get lobster red and instant razor burn. Based on your video and someone elses, I think I'm holding the razor (Rockwell T2) wrong. For neck, I should be holding by the tip of the handle almost.
Right. Maybe bump up the aggression with a light touch. I like setting five all the way around doesn’t matter which way.
@@OhioShaves do you think some razors just don’t work for some people? I just shaved my (still recovering neck) with a Razorock Gamechanger 0.68 and got no irritation, same as Leaf Twig using Astra SP blade. Maybe Rockwell T2 is just not for me even as it’s a great razor for most other gents.
Possible
Are ok because that nasty weather yesterday here in indiana was crazy it scared the daylights out of me we almost got a tornado the weather man said unstable weather
Windy as hell here. Wee had hail earlier today
2:49 Well PAA is available in EU but it's just too damn expensive. Every CK6 based soap is like 33+ Bucks (for me at least). B&M or A&E if it has to be american goes for 22+ and I would prefer their bases anyway over CK6.
Thanks for sharing. What's not to like about CK-6?
@@OhioShaves I like it it's just not better than K2e from A&E or Omnibus from B&M.
Plus PAA used to shill their products with fake accounts and bought reviews in the past. Creating a own subreddit promoting heavily etc.
There's a huge reddit post about it. Not really trustworthy
Great tutorial there!
Unfortunately for me, i had to send back my leaf twig as i found the coating is peeling off not a even a week since i bought it. Now let's hope if they send me their other twig as that would be across the globe delivery here.
Sorry to hear that. The customer service was great for me in the past. Speedy delivery👃
@@OhioShaves good for me that they want my leaf twig for checking and improvement on their side
Quality control. That’s awesome.
How to Buy: Beginners Guide Product by Product
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Art of shaving pre shave oil is amazing and your right it is cheating because I can go over the same spot 20 times and get no irritation when I use the oil
👍Thanks for sharing. I’ll have to look into it.
I am currently using the pre-shave Leaf Oil by applying 4 drops above and below my mouth.
I've got some denser whisker areas there that require multiple DE shaver passes.
The oil base under my shaving soap helps to reduce skin irritation.