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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

2023.07.25 SOTN:

  • Prep: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Cleanser

  • Brush: AKA Brushworks Amethyst Watchman with 26mm AP Shave Co G5C

  • Razor: Gillette Slim Adjustable

  • Blade: Gillette Perma-Sharp (2)

  • Lather: Stirling Glacial Satsuma

  • Post Shave: Stirling Mentholated Unscented Witch Hazel and Aloe, Stirling Glacial Satsuma Aftershave Splash, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel-Cream Extra-Dry


Shave #2 with my Slim. Decided to do 2 passes on the face and 2+ on my neck. Last shave I did a straight 3 run, but today I did 5 on my WTG and lowered it 3 on the XTG. Then on the cleanup I went to 2. Solid shave, if not the smoothest since I didn't do a ATG pass plus my technique.