SHAVING TIPS FAQ

Here we have assembled some pages to help you on your quest for the perfect shave!

> WET SHAVING TIPS

> HOW TO USE A CUT THROAT/STRAIGHT RAZOR

> HOW TO CARE FOR HANGING/HAND STROPS

> HONING YOUR STRAIGHT/CUT-THROAT RAZOR

> HOW MUCH MONEY CAN I SAVE SWITCHING FROM MACH3 TO DOUBLE EDGED RAZOR BLADES?

> CARING FOR YOUR MERKUR RAZOR

Have any burning questions you would like ask our wet shaving experts at the Shaving Shack? Is shaving lather really important?, Should I shave with or against the grain? What causes razor bumps and how can I get rid of them? Feel free to ask any pressing question you want answering.

Articles by shaving expert Aaron Wolfenbarger

• Ask Aaron Q/A: Preparing a straight razor for its first shave
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can you recommend me a Merkur DE razor for normal beard growth?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How many times can you use a razor blade to shave?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How to prevent ingrown hairs & razor bumps
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Top tips on how to shave with a straight razor
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Special tension ring pliers for the Merkur 38C
• How to get rid of razor bumps, razor burn & razor rash
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Could you recommend a razor and cream for sensitive skin and thin blond hair?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can you recommend me an aftershave lotion?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: The benefits of pre shave oils and creams and some uselful pre shave tips
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Tips for shaving those awkward areas – neck, under chin
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Cartridge Razors vs Safety Razors – Which are better?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Oily skin and spots after shaving
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How do I prevent bleeding on the lower neck?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: The Muhle R106 Double Edge Safety Razor
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Numbers on double edge razor blades
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can I shave my head with a DE razor?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: What is the perfect safety razor for someone with small hands, soft skin, and a modest budget?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: The Importance of Alum Blocks
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Shaving kits and sets for beginners
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can I re-sharpen double edged blades using the Razorpit
• Ask Aaron Q/A: DE Razors – Heavy or Light, Which is best?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Choosing the right shaving brush
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Razor cleaning and storage tips to maximise blade usage
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Parker Razors vs Merkur Razors: What are the differences?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: I Always Get A Red Neck After Shaving
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Which is better – The Merkur 34C Heavy Duty Classic or the Merkur 38C Barberpole?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: What kind of shave soap would you suggest for someone with acne?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Caring for your razor
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Tight skin after DE shaving
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How to Prevent Ingrown Hairs
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How to clean a double edge razor
• Ask Aaron Q/A: A Beginner’s Guide to Straight Razor Honing
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can you recommend me the best shave brush to use with shaving cream
• Ask Aaron Q/A: The Merkur Futur Razor
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Combining different Merkur DE razors
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Top tips for avoiding nicks & cuts whilst double edge shaving
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Top shaving tips for the top lip and under the chin
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Is a boar hair brush stiffer than a badger hair brush?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Shaving under the nose
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Preventing razor burn & razor bumps
• Ask Aaron Q/A: The best creams & shaving methods for men with facial psoriasis
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How to sharpen a straight razor for shaving
• Ask Aaron Q/A: How to avoid white-heads & bumps
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can you recommend me a fragrance free shaving cream?
• Ask Aaron Q/A: Can you recommend me a decent razor, shave cream & badger shaving brush?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Turning razor blades around at periodic intervals
• Ask Aaron Q&A: How do you achieve the best possible shave?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Problems shaving under the nose
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Shaving Those Problem Areas
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Safety Razors – Closed Comb vs Open Comb
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Shaving Creams vs Shaving Soaps – Which are better?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Finding the best double edge shaving products – Is it a case of trial and error?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Would you recommend the Merkur 34C safety razor?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: I keep cutting myself, am I using the right double edge razor blade?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Stropping a straight or open razor
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Is it okay to mix and match different shaving products?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: How long or how many shaves will I get with a double edge razor blade?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Should you ever have a days rest from shaving to give the skin time to recover?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Any tips you could give about shaving the neck and lower neck area?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Can you recommend a razor/blade/cream combo that is geared for leg shaving?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: My shaving brush has stopped producing a great lather – Any suggestions?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: Do you have any tips on how to get as close a shave as possible?
• Ask Aaron Q&A: What is the ideal shaving routine?
• An easy step-by-step method for getting lather out of shaving cream
• How to care for a shaving brush – Top tips for maintaining your shaving brush