Do you run the water while soaping up in the shower? (lemmy.world)

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I used to but now I do not anymore.

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[-] jet@hackertalks.com 5 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Things I have learned since switching:

Razors rust because they lose their oil coating with use. If you want them to last longer, clean them and apply more oil/keep them dry - (if your lazy just dunk it in a cup of mineral oil when not in use)
- If you can't be bothered, at least get ALL the hair and junk off the razor so there isn't a catchment for water on the blade itself.
Running a razor backwards across your arm (don't cut yourself) is a nifty way to strop it and keep the edge clean
Skin in the shower needs no soap/lotion/lather
With adjustable razors close it down all the way for the "safest" cut, then go up slowly if you need a more aggressive angle (4 / 10 works fine for me)
Just buy the handle/razor, don't go all out on the accessories.

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