1st Shave

[mowbotman]

Today using Parker injector and Proraso white shaving cream ??
Not good start shaved 4 times and trying to keep the angle correct still not a good shave , dare I say it , the Gillet Labs was far better , so did i pick a bad razor to start ? Or the incorrect cream , it did tend to dry quickly on 1st pass and then was to dry to go over again
So will have to keep trying unless anyone has any suggestions

 

[TobyC]

Forget that you're using a different razor and just shave. I wasn't a fan of Proraso white, add water until it's a little sloppy and you'll be ok. Don't judge too quickly, give it a few shaves.

 

[Paul L]

I recommend you watch some of Mantic59 shaving tutorial videos on YouTube

Getting your lather right is the first step to success.
What setting was the razor on?
It's known to be a mild razor.

 

[mowbotman]

Middle and max setting

 

[Paul L]

The Parker InjRzr in an an intuitive razor is very similar in use as a cartridge razor, except the pivoting head.
Was it the all over result that wasn't good, or only certain areas?
I would focus on getting the lather right. It dissipating mid pass is a sure sign of not having used enough water to hydrate it.
There's no harm in practicing in a side/tapas bowl, or even in the palm of your hand to get the hang of it. Soap/cream is cheap enough after all.

 

[Paul L]

A pea size amount of cream in a tapas bowl



After 60 seconds lathering with a damp brush. A few drops of water added half way.



You're looking for a lather the consistency between whipped double cream and yogurt.
When the lather has a sheen to it you know it's good to use.

 

[hotmetal]

No need for a 'snurdle dipper' if the cream is in a tube either! (any excuse to say snurdle dipper).