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      16 hours ago

      Careful, you get a shave soap, then you need a brush. Then you buy a scuttle to keep the foam warm and airated.

      At some point you find yourself up at night reading lengthy blog posts about badger vs synthetic brushes and before you know it you’ve got a whole wet shave lifestyle going.

      (I kid, shave soap was the best thing to happen for my razor burn, highly recommend it)

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    Bar soap if your skin can tollorate it.

    But I’ve used a few shaving products (and razor) from the Canadian owned and operated Rocky Mountain Barber Company, and their stuff is also Made in Canada: https://rockymountainbarber.ca/collections/mens-shaving-creams

    While not explicit, I believe all their shaving products are vegan. Their listed ingredients don’t alarm me, and their shave bar scored really well on the EWG Skin Deep rating.

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    22 hours ago

    What’s the purpose of shaving cream? I’ve used some many years ago before I switched to just trimming, but I have no idea what it does. Lubrication?

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          17 hours ago

          I use shaving soap and a brush, not cream.

          No good explanation for how it keeps it straight but I remember this justification being shared with me when I was learning.

          Here’s Google AI’s take on everything else which fits with my experience.

          Shaving cream helps by acting as a lubricant and protective barrier between your skin and the razor, reducing friction, preventing nicks and cuts, and promoting a smoother, more comfortable shave. Here’s a more detailed explanation of how shaving cream helps: Lubrication: Shaving cream creates a smooth, slippery layer that allows the razor to glide effortlessly across the skin, minimizing friction and the risk of irritation. Protection: It acts as a barrier, shielding your skin from the sharp edges of the razor, reducing the likelihood of nicks, cuts, and razor burn. Softening Hair: Shaving cream helps soften facial hair, making it easier to cut and resulting in a closer shave. Moisturizing: Some shaving creams contain moisturizing ingredients that help keep your skin hydrated during and after shaving, preventing dryness and irritation. Tracking: The cream helps you visually track where you’ve already shaved, ensuring a more thorough and even shave. Soothing: Shaving cream can soothe your skin after shaving, reducing redness and irritation.

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    22 hours ago

    I don’t necessarily recommend it, but i have been just using hot water for years. Run the razer under the tap, take a swipe. Rinse, repeat.