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Ask Aaron Q/A: Shaving with and against the grain

February 13, 2012 · Posted in Ask Aaron Q & A, Double Edge Shaving, Shaving Tips · Comment 

ask aaron 420 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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