Shave of the Day Thread - 2018
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Brush: Omega Boar
Soap/Cream: Shaver Heaven "Arctic Mango"
Razors: iKon X3 (WTG,), Rockwell 6S (3,3,1) (XTG, XTG, ATG)
Blades: Gillette Nacet (1), Polsilver (1)
Post-shave: Alum, Emu oil, Pinaud Clubman, The Stray Whisker "After Balm"
This is probably my favourite SH soap, the scent is really enjoyable and I think the menthol really makes it.
The Nacet is not quite as nice as the Rubie. Felt good this morning, and with new blades felt an ATG pass was warranted.
The Alum stung a little more than usual, but the results are certainly that little bit nicer and really close to BBS.
It did warrant the use of the ASB however, I felt a bit burnt about 1/2 hour after the shave.
Love the Pinaud, haven't used it for a while and it's really nice to use it again.
Have a happy Easter everyone, and if you're able to give generously to the Good Friday Appeal.
Soap/Cream: Shaver Heaven "Arctic Mango"
Razors: iKon X3 (WTG,), Rockwell 6S (3,3,1) (XTG, XTG, ATG)
Blades: Gillette Nacet (1), Polsilver (1)
Post-shave: Alum, Emu oil, Pinaud Clubman, The Stray Whisker "After Balm"
This is probably my favourite SH soap, the scent is really enjoyable and I think the menthol really makes it.
The Nacet is not quite as nice as the Rubie. Felt good this morning, and with new blades felt an ATG pass was warranted.
The Alum stung a little more than usual, but the results are certainly that little bit nicer and really close to BBS.
It did warrant the use of the ASB however, I felt a bit burnt about 1/2 hour after the shave.
Love the Pinaud, haven't used it for a while and it's really nice to use it again.
Have a happy Easter everyone, and if you're able to give generously to the Good Friday Appeal.
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Date: 30 March 2018
Pre-shave:- Cold Water straight from the tap
Brush:- Stirling Finest Badger 26/54mm knot
Soap/Cream:- Wickham 1912 ~ Cashmere 2x
Bowl/Scuttle:- Captain's Choice
Razor:- Muhle R41 v2013 head with Rockwell Chrome handle
Blade:- Feather #2 ...
Post-shave:- Thayers Witch Hazel & Tea Tree Oil / Lucky Tiger Aftershave & Face Tonic
Fragrance:- L'eau D'issey Pour Homme
Pre-shave:- Cold Water straight from the tap
Brush:- Stirling Finest Badger 26/54mm knot
Soap/Cream:- Wickham 1912 ~ Cashmere 2x
Bowl/Scuttle:- Captain's Choice
Razor:- Muhle R41 v2013 head with Rockwell Chrome handle
Blade:- Feather #2 ...
Post-shave:- Thayers Witch Hazel & Tea Tree Oil / Lucky Tiger Aftershave & Face Tonic
Fragrance:- L'eau D'issey Pour Homme
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- Location
- Sydney
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- Location
- Sydney
This could have been a great shave, and it was looking that way until I remembered why I don't use this brush any more...
Pre: Shower
machine: Seygus extrem open head
brush: FS mixt
soap: Fauno byLuna
splash: APR G'day Mate
balm: TSW
not very nice once I started seeing a lot of bristles on the lather... Otherwhise, very good shave. APR Fresca as EdP to be applied in a few minutes
Have a good day everybody.
Pre: Shower
machine: Seygus extrem open head
brush: FS mixt
soap: Fauno byLuna
splash: APR G'day Mate
balm: TSW
not very nice once I started seeing a lot of bristles on the lather... Otherwhise, very good shave. APR Fresca as EdP to be applied in a few minutes
Have a good day everybody.
Semogue 1800, MWF, Mingshi, Polsilver,Witch Hazel,Nivea,Old Spice Musk,VCS
Faux Futur Friday: Three passes starting with the Mingshi set on 3,then was feeling adventurous so dialled up to 6. With that setting and the Polsilver it felt like I was using a guarded straight! Actually don't think the guard had any effect as it was all blade contact and going very steady,paying close attention to angle and pressure.Very close result with a little irritation on the chin at the end but am attributing it to the multiple short strokes.Needed them to avoid any blood because the razor on that setting is so aggressive
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- May 22, 2016
- Location
- Perth
G'day @Razor Burn - how do you find the PAA cube? I'm intrigued by this product.
Brush: RR 400
Razor: iKon X3 & OSS handle
Blade: Shark (Super Chrome SS)
Scuttle/Bowl/Mug: Fine Lather bowl
Pre: PAA Cube
Soap: PAA Atomic travel soap
Post: Witch Hazel & Tea Tree Oil / Nivea Men Creme
I haven't shaved for 2 days so decided I'd mix things up by using a slant with a blade I've never tried before and after tonights shave I'm not very impressed with the blade's performance
Brush: omega boar
Razor:6s(4)
Blade: 7o'clock yellow
bath/shave Soap : sss Delor de Treget.
post: Delor de Treget splash
used the complete set of Delor de Treget today for a dfs result. seems to also lack longevity to me but now im wondering if it is just me with scent fatigue if that is a thing.
Razor:6s(4)
Blade: 7o'clock yellow
bath/shave Soap : sss Delor de Treget.
post: Delor de Treget splash
used the complete set of Delor de Treget today for a dfs result. seems to also lack longevity to me but now im wondering if it is just me with scent fatigue if that is a thing.
Progress w/Gillette Indian green
TurnNshave angel hair synthetic
MWF
Anherb balm
Whipped up a monster lather and had a very close and comfortable shave with the progress...but I must admit that no blade gives me as awesome a result as the Polsilver.
TurnNshave angel hair synthetic
MWF
Anherb balm
Whipped up a monster lather and had a very close and comfortable shave with the progress...but I must admit that no blade gives me as awesome a result as the Polsilver.
Razor Burn
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- Dec 4, 2017
- Location
- Canberra
Hi @TomG - In all honesty mate the PAA preshave soaps all perform great so whichever one you choose you'll be fine. I prefer the Pear & Fig puck version as you can store it in a tin which you can't with the Cube, plus there's an ingrediant within the Cube which gives my skin a slight reaction which I don't get from the CaD or Pear versions.
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Brush: Vulfix 403 Mixed
Razor: Gillette Slim Twist
Blade: English Wilky
Soap: Wolfpac Ice Pac
A/S: Floid Vigoroso
Nice slow and leisurely shave today. Found a sample of Wolfpac from the Stray Whisker and thought I’d give it a run. I wasn’t disappointed, quick and easy to lather, slick and cushioning with a decent enough dose of menthol.
Razor: Gillette Slim Twist
Blade: English Wilky
Soap: Wolfpac Ice Pac
A/S: Floid Vigoroso
Nice slow and leisurely shave today. Found a sample of Wolfpac from the Stray Whisker and thought I’d give it a run. I wasn’t disappointed, quick and easy to lather, slick and cushioning with a decent enough dose of menthol.
Say "Pear and Fig puck" really quick 10 times.
Soap: Bath House - Cuban Cedar & Lime
Brush: Vie Long Horse and Badger
Razor: 'Sophie' Fatboy (7,8)
Blade: Dorco ST 301 (1)
Post: Jojoba Oil
AS: Pb Max
Anyone that's watched Blade Runner 2049 might recognise the lego piece as the 'Spinner'. Fresh off the lego production line yesterday (not me, I don't touch the stuff).
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- Sydney
That is a shiny Guerrilla razor. Has that been polished and did it come like that as it looks way better than my brushed version?
Guerrilla
Feather
TurnNShave
Declaration Grooming + Chatillon Lux
LQV
Fat Tip
Vodskhod Blade (Mildest Blade in my Den)
Mondial Mandarino
Semogue 1305
And most importantly some great advice from a Master @SpeedyPC as follows:
"have you tried the Fatip Grande with a Voskhod or either Astra Superior Platinum blade, for another words have you tried a mild blade and always ride the top cap in short strokes that way it doesn't feel too aggressive to shave"
Only one tiny wincy nick can live with that
Thanks @SpeedyPC followed the instruction to the letter and what a F!@#*!#% good shave, brilliant and real close took my time and 4 passes. Still not sure I personally love the Fat Tip but at least for now I know how to use it. Thanks again @SpeedyPC
Vodskhod Blade (Mildest Blade in my Den)
Mondial Mandarino
Semogue 1305
And most importantly some great advice from a Master @SpeedyPC as follows:
"have you tried the Fatip Grande with a Voskhod or either Astra Superior Platinum blade, for another words have you tried a mild blade and always ride the top cap in short strokes that way it doesn't feel too aggressive to shave"
Only one tiny wincy nick can live with that
Thanks @SpeedyPC followed the instruction to the letter and what a F!@#*!#% good shave, brilliant and real close took my time and 4 passes. Still not sure I personally love the Fat Tip but at least for now I know how to use it. Thanks again @SpeedyPC
I Love "Sophie"
Soap: Bath House - Cuban Cedar & Lime
Brush: Vie Long Horse and Badger
Razor: 'Sophie' Fatboy (7,8)
Blade: Dorco ST 301 (1)
Post: Jojoba Oil
AS: Pb Max
Anyone that's watched Blade Runner 2049 might recognise the lego piece as the 'Spinner'. Fresh off the lego production line yesterday (not me, I don't touch the stuff).
Love that Brush Handle dreamy
Guerrilla
Feather
TurnNShave
Declaration Grooming + Chatillon Lux
LQV
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