re: Mens shaving and grooming thread. Update post DE shave #1.

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Just switched to feather blades. Really smooth close shave for ONE shave then I have to change blades. And I get razor burn at the base of my neck (but that's every blade so far. Think it's technique and cream). Is that normal for feather blades. Also, does non-can cream or soap help that much?

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I've not had any such problems using Feathers and I make 3 passes, 2 with grain & 1 against. Seems like you should be getting more than just one shave with those blades. I can get probably 4-6 shaves before I need to change, but then again I only shave about 1 time per week.

And soap is definitely the better route to go. I absolutely makes a difference in my opinion. I also use an alum block and this. I can't tell you the last time I had problems with razor burn.