How to Shave with a Safety Razor (MÜHLE Shaving tutorial)

[@Jcc988]

Finally a video by a barber and not just a salesman or executive.

[@ferociousmana]

but its the literal company that made the video-

[@Jcc988]

@ferociousmana Fair point. I was a noob wet shaver when I made that comment. 🤣

[@ferociousmana]

@@Jcc988 haha, its still a great video though

[@christianmethot5941]

40 years on that planet, and finally I get a good lesson on how to properly shave with a safety razor.

You're never too old for a good lesson. ;) We hope you enjoy a perfect shave with the safety razor.

[@NostalgiaforInfinity]

SAD. I used to get mine from my dad and grandpa when I was a kid. I really liked watching them shave. That whole "ritual" looked fascinating to me. Men are doing a disservice to their sons by not giving these lessons to them.

[@ssawant0202]

This is easily the best shaving tutorial out there! Cheers!

[@thinkingallowed6485]

True😊

[@apexsynthesis1]

easily!

[@jcshaves]

I got a R89 Grande for Christmas and love it. I used cartridges for years and the Muhle gives me much more comfortable and closer shaves. Baby smooth. I also lost the razor bumps on my neck. Great razor.

[@jkdim4]

What kind of blade you use?

[@jcshaves]

@@jkdim4 I have tried several but here are my favorites (seems most people’s opinions are they are sharp, but I also find them smooth as well). Rapira Platinum Lux, KAI, Gillette Nacet, Personna Comfort Coated. Most others I tried are ok with only a couple blades I really don’t like at all.

[@marekm5087]

Maszynka Fatip,a czapka z R89 i wtedy będzie maszynka idealna💪

[@simonjones2620]

Great video...the secret is in the sonic feedback as the razor does it's job...also let the weight of the razor do the work don't apply pressure.The most important part for me is the face prep.Ideally shave after a shower otherwise hot water applied via a flannel and consider a pre shave.To finish,cold water rinse followed by alum bloc face wipe,after shave moisturiser and then a great aftershave lotion. Some people love the whole Spa/weekend pamper thing you know what,do this whenever you have a moment for that selfish pamper love yourself time and the more you do it the more your skin will love you. Importantly,above all else ditch those bloody cartridge razors,save a ton of money,improve your skin and, like the girls do,pamper yourselves fellas!

[@SpiralMoss]

Great advice, just let the razor go with gravity and let it go naturally . The razor is heavy enough. I've got one in the post yesterday and I'm going to try it now 😂👍

[@paulwright4397]

My r89 arrived last week and just love it.

[@Vonneumann747]

MOT!

[@9wolves2007]

go on you fucking leeds

[@walsch80]

Hallo Leute! Ich bin Welschtiroler... Now I start to write in english to arrive better to all people. I bought directly to your site the r41, better known as like "the shark". It's simply fantastic. The best razor I ever used! In just one time I shaved my beard perfectly when compared the other razors I had to pass at least 4 times. When you say quality you don't have to be worried, especially if costs can be amortized over years of daily use. You have a great product produced in Europe (made in Germany) and now you have in me a great estimator and client. Viele liebe Grüße aus Welschtirol.

Thank you for the great and detailed feedback. We are delighted that the R 41 is serving you so well. Greetings from the Ore Mountains / Grüße aus dem Erzgebirge

[@HeliSniper479]

Very helpful tutorial. My neck area grows like yours and I've always had blood spots and irritation. Now I know where I've been going wrong!

[@nathancruz9172]

me too. especially against the grain.

[@kimjongun2536]

My old safety razor of 4yrs broke so I bought a muhle r89. Im so impressed and its so gentle on the skin

[@ggabrielzanderr]

Do you even have facial hairs Kim Jong Un? lmao

[@mv3592]

@@ggabrielzanderr downthere where nuke is hidden

[@geoffreydlin8043]

This is the best tutorial I have seen on this topic. Bravo! Well filmed and explained!

[@YK-ly4hd]

Thanks a lot! I have watched several videos and this one has all I wanted. Thanks for the explanations and tricks. Greetings from Germany

[@DokterRekt]

I’ve watched so much about shaving and still got some tips from this, great video

[@thinkingallowed6485]

Boy, I thought I knew everything...not the case. Excellent presentation.

[@ferociousmana]

Just got my first ever safety razor (20m) and got a Mühle one from amazon. Watching this now before using, I'm kinda excited because the thing looks so cool compared to the plastic standard razors xD

[@marekm5087]

Na żyletki maszynką goli się bardzo dobrze w porównaniu do tych plastikowych śmieci

[@PorkoRoso]

I need one of those videos with a man with a thick and hard beard. I always have the problem of the beard shadow even if I have a close shave.

[@jeffy141]

Wow. Best teaching video I have seen. Outstanding! Thank you! Amazing technique and instructions

[@thehonestguitarist6543]

Great tips , Elliot. I like the fact you're doing the with-the-grain shave, and got a very close shave nonetheless.

[@Tony_Sab]

So I tried the r41 with some feather blades for my first ever safety razor shave and tbh it didn't go as bad as I thought it would

[@seanmccloskey1981]

Excellent tutorial video. Love my Muhle R89, my first DE from 8 years ago and still in my daily rotation

That is great to hear!

[@sasalekic3120]

Please which is better razor MÜHLE 89 r vs Grande , or E,Jaager 89 DE,what is difference?

[@edmund2382]

@@sasalekic3120 The Mühle R89 is Made in Germany.

[@IvanPavlov]

I don’t know what’s he’s shaving off, but it was a very informative video and your products are great, so thumbs up anyways.

[@luizgustavocarneiro5842]

Thanks for your tips.I am from Brazil and it is very difficult to find MÜHLE safety razors.

In Brazil, MÜHLE is actually difficult to find in local shops. However, you can order online at muhleshaving.com/ (for US) or in the European brand shop muehle-shaving.com.

[@karamsalman1634]

This actually a really good explanation video!

[@alanh8101]

Great Video and explanation this is my problem I go down sideway and against and sure get irritation cause I chase for BBS but have to avoid that habit... Alan H

[@robwalsh1322]

Apologies for the late reply, new to this Channel and only looking at comments now, I did that too when I started DE shaving, but it depends what direction your hair grows, even if you shave downwards first on the neck your hair my grow upwards in direction so even though you might think your shaving with the grain your actually going against the grain, Facial hair mapping is a good way of figuring out which way the hair grows so you can shave in the proper direction for each pass Mantic 59, a very well established KZbin wetshaver has a good video on facial hair mapping and other videos on how to shave properly in general to get a BBS shave with no irritation, other KZbin wetshavers explain and demonstrate this well too, good luck 👍👍

[@alanh8101]

@@robwalsh1322 Thank you and will definitely check it out. Practise makes perfect also pairing a right razor blade Gap and blade makes shaves just amazing 💈🪒👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Alan H

[@robwalsh1322]

@@alanh8101 Ya the razor and blade combination is also a big part, as is having a proper Pre shave routine and using good quality shaving cream and aftershave I always say to people that have irritation to use a more aggressive DE razor and a sharp blade because you can get a very close shave in less passes ie. one with the grain and one against the grain pass and your done, rather then doing 3 or 4 passes with a milder blade and razor cause you then run the risk of getting razor burn or nicks/cuts due to overshaving 👍

[@alanh8101]

@@robwalsh1322 Hi Thanks for reply this is true what you just mentioned using more aggressive DE razors have one pass or two your done rather than 3-4 and it’s what I have observed too as well.... I’ll try that but using Feathers and I did have 3-4 passes with feather Razors let me tell you it was a blood bath lol I really appreciate your advice and opinions that’s great I learn something everyday and try to improve me DE Skills - Practise makes Perfect 🪒💈👍🏼 Alan H

[@alanh8101]

@@robwalsh1322 Also regarding the Muhle Ron if I may ask you I did contact Jessica at muhle in Germany regarding my Mühle Rocca Baseplate posts being defective and did send pictures to her and shipped razors last year to Muhle in Germany never got response nothing back..lol I guess it’s lost it forgotten I’m little disappointed that Muhle didn’t do nothing for me even tho I took proper steps and contacted them.. For $140CAD I’m not making fuss about it I am little disappointed tho that nobody helped me.. Alan H

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

I just received my first R 41 open comb. I will never buy another brand again. This open comb design is perfect. One pass. No blood. It’s not aggressive, it’s efficient.

Thank you for the great feedback. Then we seem to be doing everything right.

[@maydanlex]

Nice shave tutorial

[@scienide77]

Wish you had shown the area around the adamsappel, mine is quite large and often get nicks there trying to get a clean shave.

[@edmund2382]

Just have a look on the Kevy shaves channel. He shows how to "swallow" his adamsappel temporarily and so he manages to get an even surface for the razor. It is hard to explain, so please have a look there.

[@ParvParashar]

Excellent video! 🙌

[@soggyfry6697]

Great video!

[@L4poker]

Really good information and explanation thanks

[@gymnycricketo6779]

Not sure how I feel about taking tips from a man shaving with a DE razor but only uses one side of the blade then washes it off. When one side is full of soap and whiskers, flip the to the other side. Keeps the wear to the blade equal on both sides.

[@danieldevilliers3868]

Or you could use one side per shave. This way I have a sharp razor for two days of shaving before I replace the blade.

[@johan9639]

Really great explanation. Thanks!

[@SaSa-fs8sb]

Would you not want to be rinsing the blade with water more frequently ? and applying a larger amount of cream. Although i use mach 3 and regular gel from a can, so i might be unaware. thanks

[@danieldevilliers3868]

He used a cream that he lathered up with his brush. This tends to give a much thicker lather that gives enough protection and lubrication. The foam from a can uses the pressurized gas to make it very foamy and look like a lot of product, but this is not necessarily better.

[@WernerRachtman]

How about when it grows side ways under the cheek?

[@dinobot66]

Who else came here because they didn't have their father teach this to you.. or didn't have a father in the first place

[@theuberman7170]

Or our grandfather was the last generation to use double edged.

[@AG-jr2il]

Nice tips ... 👌

[@22912129113]

Okay. I have a big problem with this product and video. Firstly: the tutorial guy got the beard I would get after 8 hrs of sleep. nobody shaves like that - it's just frustratingly misleading. Secondly: I bought this, I got a good 4-5 days non-shaved going because I wanted to test this product. And wow was I disappointed; had to finish with my wife's legrazor and now my face is all cut up and it's Monday tomorrow. I bought the alum pen, also from Muhle, though and it helped somewhat with the legrazor issue so I guess I can recommend that. So there's a tip for you that is more worth than wasting 10 minutes on this. Gg from Sweden.

[@oscaar5]

You need the muhle R41 open comb for that many days of beard growth, the R89 is for shaving daily or every other day.

[@alexmitros3873]

This or r41 for one week shave?

[@garrypepperman]

Are you using argon oil as a pre-shave in this video?

[@tudorrenegade7052]

Does anybody know ? Do shaving soaps expire ? Mine are a few years old, I shave twice per week or less and I bought a few pucks.

If the shaving soap is stored dry and at room temperature, this should not be a problem. Only after opening and contact with water do we recommend using the soap within 24 months.

[@TobyLerone76]

Does buddy know its a double sided razor? Why constantly rinse one side lmao

[@dishearts]

because hes only using one side duh

[@clawsomeflufferton4660]

Should I never shave against the grain?

Never say never ;) Shaving against the grain can cause irritation on sensitive skin. That's why we always recommend shaving with the grain first. The rest is personal experience. If your skin tolerates it well, you can also shave against the grain in a second pass to achieve an even more thorough result.

[@coffeebux]

What frustrates me most about tutorials is the teacher tells us to take our time, then proceeds to zoom through their face in 3 minutes. Like watching a futball star teaching you to dribble at top speed This gentleman goes at a beginner speed

[@alanh8101]

That's a Great video I have all Muhle Product and have razor 106 Muhle ohhhh it's aggressive not mild on my skin at all...I wonder how is Muhle Rocca and I did order one and haven't tried it but there is a new head for Muhle Rocca and I send email to Muhle and nothing yet or response..I'm little upset I was hoping Muhle would help or do something.. Great Video Alan H

[@robert55726]

Shaving cream is the best gel is absolutely terrible I cut myself so many times but with the shaving cream it’s great

[@OliverWilliams1]

great tutorial

[@TheRoarWithin]

Great video

[@bobmarley6161]

Just ordered aR89 grande gotta do I look after the razor do I clean it after every shave... Do I ever need to oil it etc etc... Thanks for any help....

We do of course recommend rinsing the razor thoroughly after every shave and drying it in the air. The thread can be oiled from time to time with a little material oil.

[@bigbearrojas4327]

I have a spiral on both sides of my face so shaving is hard :)

[@Anonymous183-]

Wait a minute, this is the shaving ASMR guy. Elliot Forbes

[@zapzap7518]

thanks!

[@johnreynolds6291]

What Blade are you using?

[@Jay-ye1up]

What do you do with the razor after you shaved? Rinse it down? Dry it after rinse? Take blade out? Use both sides of the blade? Cheers

[@highplainsdrifter9631]

All of the above. Except put the blade back in the razor after drying. Q Tips work well for hard to reach spots.

[@markmather89]

how many shaves whould you get out of a blade?

[@henrikloiske8572]

2-3 shaves@@markmather89

[@areguapiri]

Put the blade back in the paper wrapper after it's dry.

[@joesmith1996ne]

How often should you change the blade?

[@henrikloiske8572]

Maximum 2-3 shaves per blade is a good rule to follow

[@henrikloiske8572]

So if you shave for example monday,wednesday, friday and sunday on a week you should use 2 blades

[@joesmith1996ne]

@@henrikloiske8572 thanks mate!

[@areguapiri]

You will know yourself. Many people can use 1 blade per week or longer.

[@frankmastromauro5630]

Good video

[@jesse8721]

Hahahaha i actually caught myself making the same faces as YOU were shaving. In the bowl: cold water, hot water, Luke warm water ?

[@thecyclingpablo]

Was that a King C Gillette razor?

No. In this video, Elliot uses the MÜHLE TRADITIONAL safety razor with closed comb - also known as the R 89.

[@nathanrodriguez3827]

Mr. Elliot is the best barber asmr, nice sounds and tutorials. And... Nice sets by: Muhle. Like it! 👏

[@JW-vg9ex]

Any tips for getting a closer shave out of a safety razor? I just bought one, and this is my 1st experience with a safety razor, and it doesn't seem to shave as close as a cartridge? I haven't nicked or cut myself or anything, but it just doesn't seem to shave as smooth.

[@sergiopacheco2939]

You first need to master the basic pases. Wet shaving, as opposed to using a cartridge razor, is about beard reduction. Try doing 2 passes downwards and use ZERO pressure. Let the weight of the razor do the work. After this you can go sideways from ear to nose on your jawline, chin, upper lip, etc. And against the grain on neck. For me personally I go against the grain on neck on second pass, and if I want even a closer shave I go across the grain. But for the Chin, jawline, etc, I go against the grain, after I go across on the second pass, if I want ultra smooth. I suggest derby blades if youre a beginner and don't have a thick beard.

[@jcshaves]

@@sergiopacheco2939 great advice. I’m a couple months into it myself. Started with Derby and and working my way up to sharper blades. Now that I have learned technique I get an even closer shave that is just as comfortable with the sharper blades. Probably even more comfortable with sharper blades if I skip a couple days than with the more “comfortable” rated blades because they just cut through the whiskers so easily. Even the dullest de blades are way sharper than the cartridge blades. Wonder how long until I’m using Feather blades?

[@areguapiri]

Cartridge razors are a constant waste of money and scrape the face too much.

[@TimSpreitzer]

Thanks for the great video and great advice! Just did my first safety razor shave with ZERO blood! Oh baby, so close. I’m sold!

[@ShohruhIsmoilov-d3j]

❤❤❤

[@PLANDerLinde99]

Can anyone give me advice. I decided to get one of these razors, And on my first use, I've got a sub par shave, One I could do better with a standard cartridge razor, Red marks all over my face, Cut myself 7 times during it, And my face itches like fuck. Wtf do I have to do to get perfect faces like you see in the videos?

[@areguapiri]

Be a real man and learn to use a safety razor.

[@СтаниславЛосев-у1ш]

R41super!!!

[@kitwalker76]

Can never get a close shave with mine? Even going over twice???

[@edmund2382]

Try three passes.

[@paulinevalley501]

Best beginner blade?

[@shotexito]

Muhle R106

[@GalacticBlader]

dude you barley had any hair to begin with lmao

[@simonjones2620]

Oh and great for the environment! 'nuff said!

[@jacqueschirac1520]

What exactly did he shave?

[@joeorlando94]

Much easier when you don't have any wrinkles...

[@mirbond8018]

"Shit this seems so easy here, i all most lose half a liter of blood shaving like this". ;)

[@areguapiri]

Be a real man and learn the correct way.

[@simplyorange8553]

Space Head Barber

[@evgenidimitrov7790]

It would be nice if the guy had beard to shave ....

[@robinhobodde]

I got so scared when he put the razor near the edges of his mouth XD

[@toddd7444]

$40 CHEAP Muhle r89 safety razor WITH Muhle r89 HEAD ONLY WITH IKON HANDLE better shave wheelchair larry

[@abeerk6805]

Is this guy shaving his skin?

[@vladimirvladimirovic8989]

The main problem of the Mûhle blades is the plastic box, which actually destroys one of the main advantages of using classic razors over cartridge razors. The general claim is that traditional razor blades, as opposed to multi-edged cartridges, do not pollute the environment with tons of plastic, which is, however, thwarted in the case of razor blades supplied in plastic boxes. The former Nazi Germany producers of Mühle obviously ignore the problem of plastic pollution.

[@googleuser8562]

Where is ur beard? 😂