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McDonnellDean · 27-08-2013 5:17pm

Interesting, that would save a few bob too not using a seperate post shave!

Sweet, I'll pick it up next time so!

yabadabado · 27-08-2013 7:57pm

McDonnellDean wrote: »

Guys, anyone try the Skin Food from Geo F Trumper?

I'd like to get this next time around for my preshave, opinions?

I use it after every shave and am very happy with it.Sometimes I use it pre shave but not often but it does improve lather.

Started using a Alum block post shave and find it brilliant even if I haven't nicked myself.

Gran Hermano · 27-08-2013 8:11pm

Another way you can use skinfood is to rub a small drop onto the face before the final pass.

jpb1974 · 27-08-2013 10:59pm

Shaving.ie not working for me the past 1/2 hour.. anyone else experiencing issues?

Edit. Seems to be back now @ 23:30

stevenmu · 28-08-2013 12:09pm

Another great use for skin food is to put a drop or two into your brush before making your lather. It'll give you a really thick luxurious super-lather.

codie · 03-09-2013 3:19pm

Looking to get a few bits on shaving.ie anyone got a discount code.Thanks

jpb1974 · 03-09-2013 4:02pm

codie wrote: »

Looking to get a few bits on shaving.ie anyone got a discount code.Thanks

'boards.ie' gives you 5% discount I think

BobLeeSwagger · 21-09-2013 9:06pm

Can anyone recommend a new shave soap. I've been using Proraso Sensitive Shaving Soap, the white tub. I like it but would fancy a change. Anybody been in a similar position? What have you switched to??

jpb1974 · 21-09-2013 9:11pm

Check out the RazoRock brand on Shaving.ie, it's good stuff.

hitemfrank · 21-09-2013 9:12pm

jpb1974 wrote: »

Check out the RazoRock brand on Shaving.ie, it's good stuff.

I would agree RazoRock is worth trying out. I've tried one of their creams and it was excellent.

BobLeeSwagger · 21-09-2013 9:20pm

Any particular RazoRock guys? I see the classic is out of stock.

jpb1974 · 21-09-2013 9:23pm

I'd imagine they all perform quite well, so just look for a scent that appeals to you and that is in stock.

BobLeeSwagger · 21-09-2013 9:27pm

Okay cheers. Not really sure about scents. Guess I will just try one and see how I get on. Thanks fellas!

jpb1974 · 21-09-2013 9:29pm

I have a couple and scent wise they are pleasant but don't blow me away.. but performance wise they are very good.

hitemfrank · 21-09-2013 9:35pm

I'm really not a fan of the way they name the soaps. You dont really have a great idea of what some of the scents are by their names.

I would go for S. Maria shave cream. It's eucalyptus scented, so if you don't mind eucalyptus, give it a try.

McDonnellDean · 23-09-2013 10:42am

Ok, first of all, thanks to Shaving.ie,

I had some issues with my order because a product was not in stock (Jermyn St Shaving Bowl) instead of just offering a replacement they went above and beyond and I ended up with everything I ordered plus some goodies. You guys now have yourself a customer for life. This sort of simple customer service is why I shop local, even on the interwebs, cheers.

Second. Wow! I didn't know shaving would be so enjoyable. I have had a few shaves since I got my gear and there is a massive difference. Not least the fact that I smell bloody amazing! I'm half debating if I should lather my face even on days I don't shave just for the smell

I'm going to pick up some of the Jermyn St aftershave, if it smells anything like the other products in that range it will be epic!

McDonnellDean · 25-09-2013 2:52pm

Damn you shaving.ie *shakes fist*

Ordered a few more Jermyn St products, the cologne and the aftershave lotion, the missus loves the smell so I kind of got bullied into the order... I swear!

Bobby42 · 25-09-2013 8:11pm

Hi,

thought this would be the best place to ask,

I got the Muhle R89 Classic razor about two years ago, its a great razor but I notice that the handle now slips off very easily and its bordering on unusable.

I've tried cleaning it, but I cant seem to fix it.

Any advice?

beardybrewer · 26-09-2013 1:49pm

Hopefully you didn't ruin the threads, if you did you might be stuck. Probably not the best solution, but you could use that white teflon plumber's tape.

adox · 26-09-2013 3:35pm

Took the plunge and ordered the basic starter kit with the Muhle R89 and also ordered a tube of Proraso pre shave cream with green tea and oat.

Ordered just before 12 and already dispatched so may have it tomorrow.

On to Youtube tonight for tips.

Gran Hermano · 26-09-2013 3:39pm

adox wrote: »

...
On to Youtube tonight for tips.

http://www.youtube.com/user/mantic59

Shout if you have any questions.

Nonoperational · 26-09-2013 9:35pm

Just got the starter kit today. Still got a bit of razor burn on my neck, but I'm sure my skin (and me) needs to get used to it...!

beardybrewer · 27-09-2013 9:05am

Watch your angle, try different blades, work on perfecting your lather, and let the weight of the razor do the work (apply no pressure at all). Good luck!

adox · 27-09-2013 9:35am

adox wrote: »

Took the plunge and ordered the basic starter kit with the Muhle R89 and also ordered a tube of Proraso pre shave cream with green tea and oat.

Ordered just before 12 and already dispatched so may have it tomorrow.

On to Youtube tonight for tips.

Well that was quick. Ordered yesterday at lunchtime and arrived here in work just after 9.00am!!

Is it wrong to be excited about shaving gear arriving??

jpb1974 · 27-09-2013 9:38am

Is it wrong to be excited about shaving gear arriving??

It's a can of worms...

You convince yourself you're saving in the long run by not having to buy expensive Mach3 catridges... then a year later you've boxes dedicated to the razors, blades, brushes, soaps, aftershave & balms you can't stop buying.

But it's a fun can of worms...

McDonnellDean · 27-09-2013 11:33am

jpb1974 wrote: »

It's a can of worms...

You convince yourself you're saving in the long run by not having to buy expensive Mach3 catridges... then a year later you've boxes dedicated to the razors, blades, brushes, soaps, aftershave & balms you can't stop buying.

But it's a fun can of worms...

Indeed, I've gone from a scaldy dry shave to smelling like a dude who just walked out of an 1920's barber and I regret nothing.... NOTHING!

McDonnellDean · 01-10-2013 12:00pm

I really want to try the Eton College stuff, anyone try it?

kneemos · 15-10-2013 10:02am

Is there an option to customise the starter kits?Don't need two brushes or stypic pencils for example.

jpb1974 · 15-10-2013 11:18am

You can just buy the bits you fancy independently

e.g.

Razor
http://www.shaving.ie/products/edwin-jagger-de89-chrome.html

Brush
http://www.shaving.ie/products/semogue-2010-badger-hair-shaving-brush.html

Cream
http://www.shaving.ie/products/proraso-shaving-cream.html

etc.

If you have a budget/requirements lets us know and we can make some recommendations that fit.

kneemos · 15-10-2013 6:18pm

jpb1974 wrote: »

You can just buy the bits you fancy independently

e.g.

Razor
http://www.shaving.ie/products/edwin-jagger-de89-chrome.html

Brush
http://www.shaving.ie/products/semogue-2010-badger-hair-shaving-brush.html

Cream
http://www.shaving.ie/products/proraso-shaving-cream.html

etc.

If you have a budget/requirements lets us know and we can make some recommendations that fit.

Is that Edwin Jagger razor a decent enough model then or should I spend a bit more? No point in buying a "starter razor"and having to buy a decent one later.

Shaving.ie

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