It's very rare that I don't shave immediately after a shower, but it's normally flannel under the hot tap and hold in place if I need too. However I upgraded a couple weeks ago to a small towel, soaked in cold water, wrung out well and then 2 mins on the microwave, flapped it about for a few seconds then sat in a chair and wrapped my neck and face with it, let it sit for a few minutes. Really was a nice shave, but no better than hot shower prep, just better than hot flannel prep.