If you've never saved with a double-edge safety razor before, then you're in for a treat when you receive your new razor from Standard Razors! You'll achieve your best shave A Standard Razors shave is best achieved as follows:Thoroughly wash your face, using the warmest water you can comfortably handleUsing your shaving soap/cream of choice, lather the shaving areaWith a good, sharp double-edged blade installed in your razor, apply light pressure and short strokesLather again, repeating the same procedure across and against the grain, if desiredThe safety razor community is highly passionate. If you want a more visual explanation, you can watch several video tutorials online