Ask Aaron Q/A: Shaving with and against the grain
Alric Horn, from UK, asks:
“I am very new to using a safety razor, is it possible to do three passes with the grain and get a very close shave or do I need to shave against the grain.”
AARON SAYS
“Mr. Horn,
It is possible to do three with the grain passes, however if you wish for a closer shave and are not yet ready to try against the grain I would recommend going across the grain. Find the direction of hair growth and shave 90 degrees from that direction. This will help reduce the beard even more without the challenges that go with against the grain. Welcome to wet-shaving and best of luck!
Cheers,
Aaron”
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Ask Mantic Q&A #4: How Many Passes?
Wet shaving guru Mantic has been taking part in a Question and Answer session with Shaving Shack visitors.
Already the US shaving legend has answered questions on brush break-in, runny lather and brush types.
And today’s question comes from Steve. He asks: “Would you recommend four quick and light passes, three slower passes, or try for a very careful two-pass shave for consistent close and comfortable results?”
You can watch Mantic’s answer in the video below.
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