As someone with sensitive skin, I’ll add that a proper skincare regimen along with proper prep/post shave makes a world of difference. Thanks to my wife and setting aside the male ego aspect of it, the products she introduced me to use at night and in between shaves have finally helped me get zero bumps/burn etc.
@@geofatboy hi Geo. She got me a nicer high quality face wash instead of using shower bar soap that’s much gentler to facial skin. I still use witch hazel morning and night after showers/face washes. After that I alternate glycolic acid or retinol and follow with a hyaluronic cream. Most days I’ll add some vitamin E drops to it. Not a lot of stuff that’s super fancy but it’s made a big difference in making my skin look much cleaner. Also course also a higher spf sunscreen when outside. Keep in mind I was always super prone to bumps post shave and breakouts in general. So for me, it’s been majorly helpful.
Geo talking about doing a "sensitive skin" shave... you could give this guy a rusted box cutter and some spackle, and he'd come away with a BBS face talking about not getting any nicks or weepers 😂
The best and tested way for me is to use the coldest tap water, a sharp blade, an aggressive razor ( r41 or rockvell 6s with 6/5 plate ), one with the grain pass, and if you need a second pass do it across the grain. Avoid against the grain passes!! I put preshave cream always before lathering, and the lather is made by cold water as well. I apply the lather on my face before first pass at least for 2 minutes so that the hairs get well hydrated. After shave rinse with cold water and apply aftershave.
Last year I found the Rockwell 2C at a local thrift shop… she had 4 all in boxes. They were selling them for $29.95 each. I told some friends and co-workers to go try it out. When I went back in, there was one left, so I bought it😁and the lady said, “man people have really been buying this razor, you are getting the last one!” I said I know, I sent them here😂. Since then they all have told me how much they Love the razor and they are glad I pushed them into Wet Shaving! I think I have recruited 17 people since Aug 2022🤣. I always recommend the Rockwell 6C or 6S. Just a great Razor/company and I think it comes with a lifetime warranty.
The Rockwell 6S is easily the best DE razor available. Since I started using it three years ago, I've hardly touched any other razor. And the white Proraso products are also a safe bet.
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Hello Geo. My name is Carlos and I live in Spain. I am a follower of your videos and I have learned a lot from them. I love the classic shave and I always recommend it to my friends and family. I always discover soaps, creams, DH razors and blades in your videos and with your wonderful reviews, you do it to us easier for those of us who want to improve in this world of shaving classic. I thank you for everything and I send you a big hug from Spain. P.S. I have used a translator, sorry if the English is not very correct.
Great tutorial for any new shaver. The Rockwell 2C/6C/6S are excellent safety razors for the new and experienced. Can't go wrong with Proraso products. Think I'll do an all-Proraso shave tomorrow. Then I'll definitely have a great shave and have a great day!
I can't wait for the head shaving tutorials. A few weeks ago, you told me it couldn't be that hard. I'm fairly certain you would find it more difficult than you think.
Another excellent “how to” video from GFB. A definite shaving master. I’m quite new to shaving with a safety razor, and GFB and Kenny Shaves are my two favourite teachers! Well done. Thanks again.
Medicore tutorial - it's not recommended to use hot water or to shave against the grain when you have sensitive skin. Also, you shave like you're on Gillete commercial with ALL the beard growing downward. People with sensitive skin must invest time to fully understand how their beard grow. Also much better to use non-drying astrygent like witch hazel rather than alum block.
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I've got very sensitive skin and I don't do three passes. Two is all my face will take. I also run new blades across corrugated cardboard once or twice to take the new edge down just a bit. I've never thought of doing the first pass on the 3 plate and the second on the 1 plate, but I'm going to try that. Thanks Geofatboy.
Great vid. Unfortunately my skin is so sensitive, I can even react to these kind of products (I have to use a soap free wash as my lather) . Good news is that since using a good quality safety razor the last 6 months I get no irritation, it’s been a game changer. Sending best wishes from Australia 🇦🇺 🦘
I find the proraso pre shave to do absolutely nothing for my super sensitive skin but the art of shaving pre shave oil works it prevents razor burn and ingrowns for me at least
Thanks Geo. Great video for guys like me who have sensitive skin. Just making the switch to a DE razor made a huge difference along with using a pre-shave, proper shave soap (not petroleum goo), a nice brush, and after shave balm. It all adds up to a great shave and a great day.
@@geofatboy My one and only razor (at the moment) is the original Henson AL13 Mild. I plan on getting the Karve Overlander aluminum once it’s back in stock. Then I will stop “collecting” razors. That will do me for the rest of my life. Cheers.
Have watched many Geofatboy's videos. The best routine for me at the moment: 1) Shave after hot shover. 2) Feather blades + DE89 (waiting to get the new feather carbon blades to try). 3) Alum block. 4) Proraso green line pre shave cream before and after the shave. Started using it after shave just recently and its a true game changer. Thanks Geofatboy again. 5) Any after shave product only without alcohol. 6) Rinsing the razor in cold water also works better for me. P.S. Looking to add new razor to the collection. Thinking Abour 34c, looking for the advice if it has noticable shaving difference from DE89. P.P.S. I wish were would be Shave Nation ceramic bowls available somethere in Europe.
I have both the 34C & DE89 ... Both are mild razors & work fine. However, for a closer shave I recommend the King C Gillette. Almost half the price of a 34C and works great for my sensitive skin. Good luck.
@@geofatboy I consider making a purchase. Also Please recommend some Razor models which are a step higher in aggresivnes than DE89. I would like to minimize my strokes count.
The three ladies in my home are sensitive to any scents at all. I landed on using Proraso white shaving cream and it not only solved their scent concerns but it is a great shaving cream offering me wonderful close and comfortable shaves. Plus, Proraso is not at all expensive for a high quality soap. Guess I should try their preshave as well. Thanks Geo, for the great videos and for the great Shave Nation service and product line.
Please make a video on how to tackle ACROSS THE GROWTH beard on neck. It is very difficult to glide any kind of razor on the neck unless you have sufficient amount of fat over there, even electric razors are not useful in this. Even after against the grain pass, the neck area doesn't get smoothed due to the across the growth whiskers which are very difficult to shave off.
Thanks Geo! Some good tips in there…!!! I would agree with some of the other folks that cold water and cold razor help me personally with my sensitive skin. The Poraso white line is a great product. My personal favourite is Tabac shave stick. I use MCT coconut oil as my pre-shave. I love your tip about applying some more for the second pass. I will try that today! The Rockwell is a great beginner razor, but also great for sensitive skin. It is by far my favourite razor. Personally, if I’ve got two or more days with a growth I like the 4/2 plate. But for one day of growth, the 3 plate followed by the 2 is my fave. I find the 1 plate does almost nothing lol. Third pass against the grain is reserved for special events 😁. Take care folks, and thanks again Geo :)
@@geofatboy Yes the 2nd pass preshave oil re-application definitely helps!!! The problem is remembering to apply it ! lol All these years of shaving; it's hard to incorporate a new habit lol hahaha. Thanks again Geo for the TIP !!! Rock on
Great shave as always Geo. Extremely informative. Kind request if you could consider making a dedicated video regarding neutral, negative and positive blade exposure with examples. Also, please show what kind of angle would be needed when aligning the razor to the skin - whether parallel or top cap, etc. Thanks as always!!!
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I have the Rockwell 6C. The levels that work best for me are R5 or R4 WTG, R3 XTG and R2 ATG. R1 is just way to mild for me. I also only use sharp blades with the Rockwell since even on R6 it is still only top level medium aggression. Great video.
Geo, I have super sensitive skin and have been DE shaving for years. The hair on my neck grows sideways and down from my chin, and sideways and up from the bottom. No matter what I’ve tried, i still get the redness and bumps. No matter the razor (have even tried shavettes), brush, shave cream, post cream, cold water blade, everything. Would absolutely LOVE some advice on how to shave with this kind of beard map. Love the vids, and hope to hear from you.
Shave efficiently, do as less passes as possible, stretch your skin on problem areas, use a mild razor, even though I have copper wire-like beard, my skin is super sensitive, once I switched to a feather AS-D2, all the issues you have went away, you don't have to spend the ridiculous money on the feather, the Henson AL13 works very similarly and is way cheaper. The search for your optimal shaving needs is a path of experimentation. Good Luck!
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I have the Rockwell 6C white chrome and it's a fantastic razor. I use plate #4 with the Rockwell blades through out the entire shave and it's extremely comfortable and it's also hard to cut yourself with it too. They engineered the correct angle in both the top cap and interchangeable plates. Proraso white is awesome and has a really nice green tea and oatmeal scent to it.
I used the proraso pre save on Christmas day on 2 days growth and the beard seemed to come off before I even shaved. I don't have sensitive skin. Luckily for me I never get blemishes or ingrown hair. I clean my face with a little alcohol after each shave. It sounds harsh but it's worked for me since I was 14. I'm now 60.
Great shave Ceo. Rockwell razors rock. Love my 6S and going to try the new T2 stainless steel soon. Also love my Shavenation lather bowl. Have a great weekend.
For me the razor + blade combination is crucial. I use a mild razor with treet platinum or carbon steel blades. They are sharp enough while being comfortable. What works, works :)
Please make a video on best shaving brushes. Its hard to choose since 90% of them are made in china and brands just make their own handle. - What do you think about this?
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Hello, with my job I sweat alot, what would you recommend to use for a aftershave? Im cleansing, then using a ginseng shave oil with a striaght razer. Salicylic acid, then a retinol moisturiser. Works OK on days off but becomes sore when sweaty @ work. Any tips be greatly appreciated
Just got my Proraso pre-shave and new Rapira blades this week. Looking forward to the first shave w them! I found the Astra blades I had tugged and left me irritated.
Hi Geo: I've watched your videos for years and have decided that you must have a perfect hair growth on your neck. You always shave down, then up on your neck and that's it. I have not done a face map, but I know by feel exactly how my hair grows on my face and neck. If I were to simply shave up and down on my neck, it would miss about 60% of the hair. Then came the face map video and THE TRUTH. You're just like a regular guy! 😃You're hair grows in many directions on your neck, just like us! I always wanted to see how you would cut the hair on your neck with a straight razor. But it was still the up and down motions and that was all. I figured it was the extreme sharpness of the razor that magically cut all the hair. Well, now we have the reveal in the face map video. It was like seeing a fellow with a great hair suddenly reveal it was a wig. What we need to see now is a COMPLETE shave. That is, how you would normally shave without considerations to a beginner. It would be especially interesting with a straight razor. I know you have a video on shaving the neck, but it would be a great service, I believe, if you would do a complete shave including the total neck shave. I use the Mercur Futur at about 2 for the third multi-direction passes on the neck. Works well.
Pretty much same setup for me, but Proraso green. Rarely use the pre-shave lotion since I shave after a shower. Love this razor. First one I ever used after that plastic razor with 2 sample blades. Used 1 version only.
i have sensitive skin and will often have a bit of rough or bumpy skin, especially when inflammation hits me no matter the routine for cleanliness and hydration. the biggest issue for me, however, is the neck contours paired with grain direction changes. i have these deep valleys in my neck that are hard to reach. there's just no way to pull or stretch the skin in any direction because the grain in these areas is at an odd angle so it's really hard to follow in the direction of it. the result is across the grain shaving at the most sensitive area which will irritate the skin no matter what. i am considering an r41 or something more aggressive as i feel it might actually be better. but either way if im hitting a rough eczema patch the skin is going to be bumpy and i'll get weepers anyway
I don’t care for Proraso’s shave cream, but I love the pre-shave and have multiple jars of it. I change it out sometimes with a good pre-shave oil just to throw something new at my skin, but I do not put on shave cream unless I have Proraso pre-shave or a pre-shave oil beneath.
Hi Geo. Another great shaving vid, love the Proraso range. I've got the Green, Red and the Blue range. Excellent products, great to have in your shaving den. The Rockwell 2C Its a beaut. Nice classic look. Take care Geo.
@@geofatboy Hi Geo. My favourite would have to be the Green line. Pre shave, Shaving Cream and the After Shave Balm and the Splash. Love the tingle effect ( menthol ).
I'm from the UK. Stumbled across your video as I was looking for reviews on safety razors. Punted for the Edwin jagger de89. Loved your review and your videos. Really enjoyable and informative. So a massive thank you for that, just had my first shave tonight, I think it went quite well. I enjoyed it. I struggle with ingrown hairs and razor burn all the time, could you recommend a decent honest after care lotion?? Really loving the channel and videos.
I recently started using a straight edge and discovered a how to video by you from like 6 years ago, that was the best how to I found, good job my friend and thanks for what you do, I find my safety razor gives me the best shave even after I hone and strop my straight edge, is that normal or should the straight edge be a closer shave if done correctly?
Hi Doc, ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-l0Mq27jMSLw.html if you can get your straight as sharp as the razor in the vid, you will have your best shave ever! What do you think?
I enjoy watching your videos. They have helped me a lot. I used to shave with Magic Shave up until 2010. I stumble across one of your podcasts and decided to try shaving with a DE razor because cartridge razors never worked for me. I got hooked on DE razors after my first shave and have not looked back. I have a collection of safety razors. I have one question for you, I'm thinking about adding the Rockwell 2c to my collection. I have Muhle R89, is the Rockwell 2c more aggressive ?
Very interesting video. Is the 2c the same razor as the 6c with less plates? I have sensitive skin, especially round my neck. Wondering if I should test drive my first shave with the 6 plate or a 3 plate out of the box coming from a very mild King C DE which was not the closest shave for me even with 3 passes. Also, the included Rockwell blades I heard are not the greatest, what's your go to blade? Trying to Keep It Simple while I adjust to the new Razor. Thanks for all your awesome content!
How often do you recommend changing the blades? Today I do 3 days per side which is one blade every six days. Mild facial hair coarseness using a Hensen 13.
Hey great video. Looking for some recommendations if you wouldn’t mind! I recently started shaving with a supply single edge SE (nick guard version) and Ive been experiencing redness/bumps. Ive recently done more research on shave regimens and will expand my pallet but for now I’ve just been wetting my face with lukewarm water, using shave smarts shave cream with a brush and massaging it into my face, and beginning the shave, also using witch hazel after. It’s extremely frustrating as I have soft skin and my hair grows in all sorts of directions specifically on my neck. I have very thin hair which makes this ordeal a little less aggravating but nonetheless it’s super frustrating. I tend to do around 3 passes total and usually go over certain spots even more, which I think is contributing to the irritation. Do you have any experience with supply razors? I’d be open to trying something else although I don’t want to trial and error a bunch of razors just to find out none of them work any better than the supply razor!
5:50 what do you mean reveal on both sides is perfect? Can the blade stick out or be crooked? I have a Rockwell 6s and T2 an i have noticed that on mine. Definitely more so on T2, it seems like the blade is just loose enough in there. How do you line it up properly ever time?
Hello, Geo. Thanks for your videos. Once you presented rinsing the blade with cold water instead of hot/warm to avoid cutting and irritation. Is that approach still approved and do you use it? Greetings from the Czech Republic. Ps.: This shave was so fast, it looked as you were in hurry?
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How does the Proraso line of products work with let’s say a Gillette Fusion Proglide blade? Will it still work or does it need to be used with a safety razor?
Hello Geo, I ve tried all the methods possible against razor bumps and razor burns like using a more aggressive razor and blades, changing brush, products and i got rid of them, but after 24 hours i get razor bumps and a bit of irritation, but why after a day and not after shaving?
If your using the #3 plate on a Rockwell Inc a Rockwell Blade and getting a great result, why would you want to go more aggressive with another razor or blade. Thanks
