2023.08.17 SOTD (#UNCHALLENGE shave #17):
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Prep: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Cleanser
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Brush: AKA Brushworks Amethyst Watchman with 26mm AP Shave Co G5C
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Razor: Gillette Slim Adjustable
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Blade: Gillette Perma-Sharp (2)
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Lather: Seaforth! Sea Ice Lime
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Post Shave: Stirling Mentholated Unscented Witch Hazel and Aloe, Seaforth! Sea Ice Lime Aftershave Splash, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel-Cream Extra-Dry
AA Day 17! Okay. I think I did it again. Not quite as perfect as my shave on Saturday, but damn close (95%). Commenting my shave in detail so I don't forget:
- 3 passes plus some cleanup near my jawbone joint
- shave pattern
- left side: top-down pattern, 1 razor width
- right side: top down pattern, 2 razor width
- bottom: left to right pattern, 1 razor width
- rest of neck: diagonal pattern, ~45°, left to right.
- first pass WTG at setting 7
- second pass XTH at setting 6
- third pass ATG at setting 4
- cleanup pass as necessary at setting 1
- what I believe to be the real key for me: making sure my neck skin is taught by leaning my neck forward and pulling down on my chest. I believe the second part to be the main missing key for me.
This left me with an irritation free shave and a beautifully smooth neck. A great feeling.
#UNCHALLENGE