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Doug's Journal of Shaving Happiness v2.0
- Thread starter dkeester
- Start date
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
Gotta be safe ?
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
But, I love emptying the containers. I like finishing soaps.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
I haven't yet, and am glad that I didn't. PAA just dropped a new batch of the Starling V2 GEM razor. I really want one of those, so I may get that instead of more WWSC.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
Congrats on the razor Doug. I'm not familiar with it.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #153
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams Mug soap
Razor: Gillette NEW LC
Blade: Treet Platinum (1)423131
Brush: RazoRock 400 Noir Plissoft synthetic
Soap/Cream: Tabac (19)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Tabac AS splash
Fragrance: Tabac EdC
Overview
A new pre-shave routine...
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Based on the Pre-Shave Oil thread (https://www.theshavingcadre.com/post/experiences-with-preshave-oils-9887270) I decided to try a different pre-shave routine today. @CBLindsay recommended giving pre-shave soap a try and gave a couple of options. I have an open puck of Williams that has been sitting on my counter a while, so I decided to give it a try as pre-shave soap. So, today rather than the usual 4 drops of oil, I wet my face after the shower and rubbed the soap into my beard making sure to go ATG to get the soap into my whiskers. I then lathered some up in my hands and rubbed it in as well, making sure to get a good amount of water into the soap. I then finished my prep as normal and had a good shave. The NEW Long Comb with the Treet Platinum skated across my face and I finished the two passes with perhaps a touch less irritation than I am used to at BBS-. The lather seemed to be more slick today. I think more experimentation is in order.
Gear
NEW LC + Treet Platinum was a good combo for me today.
Williams makes a decent pre-shave as well as a good shave soap.
Other Thoughts
So, I was thinking about getting a PAA Starling V2 (another batch was released today), but I held off. I want one, but hesitated and now they are sold out. I guess I will get one next round. I still haven't pulled the trigger on the WWSC seasonal release. But, I have decided that KJ is a good role model for some things, so I have a 12 pack of Florida Water soap coming from Amazon.
Pho for lunch today. I have a happy tummy.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams Mug soap
Razor: Gillette NEW LC
Blade: Treet Platinum (1)423131
Brush: RazoRock 400 Noir Plissoft synthetic
Soap/Cream: Tabac (19)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Tabac AS splash
Fragrance: Tabac EdC
Overview
A new pre-shave routine...
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Based on the Pre-Shave Oil thread (https://www.theshavingcadre.com/post/experiences-with-preshave-oils-9887270) I decided to try a different pre-shave routine today. @CBLindsay recommended giving pre-shave soap a try and gave a couple of options. I have an open puck of Williams that has been sitting on my counter a while, so I decided to give it a try as pre-shave soap. So, today rather than the usual 4 drops of oil, I wet my face after the shower and rubbed the soap into my beard making sure to go ATG to get the soap into my whiskers. I then lathered some up in my hands and rubbed it in as well, making sure to get a good amount of water into the soap. I then finished my prep as normal and had a good shave. The NEW Long Comb with the Treet Platinum skated across my face and I finished the two passes with perhaps a touch less irritation than I am used to at BBS-. The lather seemed to be more slick today. I think more experimentation is in order.
Gear
NEW LC + Treet Platinum was a good combo for me today.
Williams makes a decent pre-shave as well as a good shave soap.
Other Thoughts
So, I was thinking about getting a PAA Starling V2 (another batch was released today), but I held off. I want one, but hesitated and now they are sold out. I guess I will get one next round. I still haven't pulled the trigger on the WWSC seasonal release. But, I have decided that KJ is a good role model for some things, so I have a 12 pack of Florida Water soap coming from Amazon.
Pho for lunch today. I have a happy tummy.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Of course I am! At least as far as wet shaving enablement goes..... Congrats on the purchase. You’re going to love it!
And Pho..... man I still need to get to the city so I can have that again!
Sounds like you enjoyed the shave Doug. I really like my synthetic brush too. Mine feels so much softer than the badgers I have.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
The soap is great
Tabac, Tabac, Tabac...when will you guys give up that stinky stuff!
The pre-shave treatment that you and Chris talk about seems like something I need to give a try!
We have a very large Vietnamese community in Louisiana and some of the Best Pho you can get outside of Vietnam. I love Pho...it is just so good.
The pre-shave treatment that you and Chris talk about seems like something I need to give a try!
We have a very large Vietnamese community in Louisiana and some of the Best Pho you can get outside of Vietnam. I love Pho...it is just so good.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
I know it’s late, but probably he uses Tabac.
If he didn’t, I’m pretty sure Racer X did.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #154
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams Mug soap
Razor: Gillette NEW LC with thick bar handle
Blade: Treet Platinum (2)423131
Brush: RazoRock 400 Noir Plissoft synthetic
Soap/Cream: Tabac (20)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Tabac AS splash
Fragrance: Tabac EdC
Overview
The slickness is everywhere.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Today's lather was probably the slickest lather that I have ever had. I used the Williams as a pre-shave again and loaded the bloomed puck heavily. It was so rich and slick that I started having problems holding the razor.. The slickness was everywhere. It was off the charts. I couldn't not go for the third pass. Hours later my face is still soft and smooth. I was a bit careless on my neck and under my nose. There is a bit of lasting tenderness on my neck and I nicked myself under my nose. Had I been more careful and a little more gentle on my neck it would have been a grail shave. I am sold on pre-shave soaps.
Gear
The Treet Platinum is still a very good blade.
Other Thoughts
I am having fun calling bingo. I hope that I am making it a challenge, but still fun.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams Mug soap
Razor: Gillette NEW LC with thick bar handle
Blade: Treet Platinum (2)423131
Brush: RazoRock 400 Noir Plissoft synthetic
Soap/Cream: Tabac (20)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Tabac AS splash
Fragrance: Tabac EdC
Overview
The slickness is everywhere.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Today's lather was probably the slickest lather that I have ever had. I used the Williams as a pre-shave again and loaded the bloomed puck heavily. It was so rich and slick that I started having problems holding the razor.. The slickness was everywhere. It was off the charts. I couldn't not go for the third pass. Hours later my face is still soft and smooth. I was a bit careless on my neck and under my nose. There is a bit of lasting tenderness on my neck and I nicked myself under my nose. Had I been more careful and a little more gentle on my neck it would have been a grail shave. I am sold on pre-shave soaps.
Gear
The Treet Platinum is still a very good blade.
Other Thoughts
I am having fun calling bingo. I hope that I am making it a challenge, but still fun.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
I hate it when I catch myself under the nose...they seem to super soar for a while. Otherwise great shave!
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #155
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams Mug soap
Razor: MMOC
Blade: vintage carbon steel Treet SE (1)423131
Brush: RazoRock 400 Noir Plissoft synthetic
Soap/Cream: Tabac (21)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Tabac AS splash
Fragrance: Tabac EdC
Overview
A shave without blood is a good shave.
SOTD Pic
Shave Quality
My neck could probably use a day off. It is still a bit tender. But, today's shave didn't make it worse. The ultra-slick (and heavenly scented) Tabac lather plus a light and gentle touch on the MMOC left me DFS+/BBS-. I am really digging this new pre-shave routine. This was one of the best shaves of my life. I just wish my neck weren't still tender. At least I didn't nick myself today.
Gear
The MMOC with a Treet is a good combination. Hold it low on the handle and focus on a light touch.
Other Thoughts
Shopping for my Reindeer buddy is proving to be challenging and fun.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams Mug soap
Razor: MMOC
Blade: vintage carbon steel Treet SE (1)423131
Brush: RazoRock 400 Noir Plissoft synthetic
Soap/Cream: Tabac (21)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Tabac AS splash
Fragrance: Tabac EdC
Overview
A shave without blood is a good shave.
SOTD Pic
Shave Quality
My neck could probably use a day off. It is still a bit tender. But, today's shave didn't make it worse. The ultra-slick (and heavenly scented) Tabac lather plus a light and gentle touch on the MMOC left me DFS+/BBS-. I am really digging this new pre-shave routine. This was one of the best shaves of my life. I just wish my neck weren't still tender. At least I didn't nick myself today.
Gear
The MMOC with a Treet is a good combination. Hold it low on the handle and focus on a light touch.
Other Thoughts
Shopping for my Reindeer buddy is proving to be challenging and fun.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.