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Austere August: Day: 22
MRTNG's Ultra Nightmare Mode
Midnight Stag Challenge
Gear Pic :: Video
䷀ General Notes
Today was a speed shave! 3 passes in less than that many minutes. I'm sure I could fine tune it and shorten it, but I think 2:49 is a respectable first effort.
What else to do in Austere August!?
I did not apply splash and frag during the timed portion, because I felt that in an emergency/"late for work" situation, those could/should be skipped, or applied as one was driving to work, etc.
However, I thought that rinsing one's face properly should be included, as well as cleaning a natural hair brush (synth users can skip that) to prevent excessive soap exposure from damaging the knot.
(Again, this time is only relevant to the category of "guys with goatees", since it is likely easier than also shaving your chin and stash.)
䷀ Razor and Blade Notes
(Timeless - Stainless Steel .68 - Open Comb ::: Gillette - Nacet - M ‹520 uses›)
Same: First pass has some tugginess to it. But no irritation that lasts longer than a little tuggy stroke. Latter passes feel fine and give a reasonably close shave. 3 very quick passes.
While being fast, I definitely was careful around the ears and neck.
Razor and Blade Performance/Comfort Rating: 2 out of 5 (Okay)
䷀ Soap Notes
(Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag - White Label)
I just love all the aspects of this scent!
Scent Strength: 6/10, nicely present during shaving.
Lather... Had a quick, slick-enough and serviceable lather in this very short duration shave.
Hydration: Wet End of Perfect (for me)
Bowl: No Bowl
䷀ Brush Notes
(Zenith - r/wetshaving MOAR BOAR B35/508A XL ‹45 uses›)
Same: Comfortable soft tips that do flex some, but that are supported by a base with strong backbone. As with all young boars, I look forward to the tips splitting with more uses and getting softer with use.
The feel of the brush is much less a factor in these speed shave attempts!
During the Shave Feel:
Cheeks: Just a little tugging
Neck: Just a little tugging
After the Shave Closeness:
Cheeks: Close Shave
Neck: Several hairs are showing some tip length (still a pretty good shave)
Ending of Blades Ledger - entry form and the data spreadsheet