Reusable shaving razors are back in fashion, and many people are doing away with disposable plastic razor sets. The new stainless steel razor sets can come with a vintage or modernized design, and many people take pride in owning one.

Let's look at how you can use the stainless steel razor set and how to maintain it.

Prepare the Skin and Razor

Before shaving, you need to warm up your skin to avoid nicking or a bad reaction when shaving on dry skin. You can do so by taking a shower first. However, you can use a piece of face towel to warm the skin if you're not planning to take a shower any time soon. Start by mixing warm water with a disinfectant of your choice. Dip the face towel in the water to soak and press the water off. Rub gently around the area you wish to shave and repeat this until the skin is wet and warm. Doing so helps to moisten the skin and open up the pores. Wet the razor in warm water, prepare your preferred shaving cream, and lather your skin.

Find the Right Angle and Apply Little Pressure  

Unlike the plastic counterpart, the stainless steel razor set doesn't require much pressure to work. Due to the heavy nature of the blade, you only need to apply slight pressure, or you risk cutting yourself. If you're having trouble with pressure, hold the blade's tip and try to relax your arms. You may cut yourself slightly a few first times, but that will improve with time. Finding the correct shaving angle is an unspoken rule and is the difference between a good and a lousy shave. Try angling the blade or parallel to the ground if you want to shave appropriately. 

Don't Shave Against the Grain

Irritation and ingrown hair are a result of shaving against the grain. Try shaving with the grain to avoid this problem, even though you won't get all the hair with the first shave. Passing the blade lightly over the place several times will help get all the hair and reduce the chances of cutting yourself. If you have sensitive skin, ensure you shave daily to avoid bad reactions or cuts. 

Maintain the Stainless Steel Razor Set

Rust is the biggest threat to a stainless steel razor set. To combat this problem, make sure you remove the blade after every shave, clean off hair and suds, and dry them until there are no traces of water. Clean with rubbing alcohol to keep them free of contamination. Wrap them and store them in a cool, dry place. 

Conclusion

Stainless steel razor sets are making a comeback and are most likely to become common. Shaving with these blades is easy; you can achieve this by warming it, applying the shaving cream, and shaving without any pressure. Clean the blade and razor and dry them for longevity. Contact a razor expert if you need help with a stainless steel razor.

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