08-30-2013, 11:30 PM
deckeda wrote:
I haven't ever been happy with my (about a year old) electric shaver and so got out a fresh Sensor Excell disposable from the drawer and some new foam shave cream.
First day was perfect but by Day 2, certainly Day 3 it's no better than using the electric and really drags now, with red marks on my neck. I thought I used to get at least 3 good shaves? I did the "arm shrop" wiping the blade on my arm afterwards each time.
You aren't doing a "cold shave" are you? I mean, you're rinsing your face and neck with warm water or shaving during or immediately after a hot shower to soften the hair first, right?
As others have suggested, shaving gels seem to do a better job than shaving creams. I suggest that you try a gel.
Also, if your skin is sensitive you should try a triple-blade razor with a "lubricating" strip. The extra blade seems gimmicky, but really improves the shave.