jamie602•10d agoMost Upvoted

Question about using a straight razor for necklines

I see a lot of guys swear by using a straight razor for a clean neckline, but I've moved away from it. For years, I used a Dovo shavette on every skin fade, thinking it gave the sharpest line. About two years ago, I had a client in Seattle with really sensitive skin who got razor burn every time, no matter how light my touch was. I switched to just using my clippers with a zero guard and a steady hand, and the line is just as crisp without the irritation. It took me a solid month of practice to get the angle right, but now it's faster and safer. I think we get stuck on the 'classic' tools sometimes when a simpler method works better for the client. Has anyone else found a different tool that works better than the old standard for a specific cut?

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perry.skyler10d ago

Ever try using a regular safety razor for that? I had a barber use a cheap one with a single blade to clean up my neckline once. It was super sharp but didn't drag at all, left a perfect line with zero redness. Makes you wonder if the tool itself matters less than the blade type.

the_charlie10d ago

Totally agree with you on that. My barber does the same thing with a basic safety razor. The single blade just glides right through. It's all about that fresh sharp edge, not some fancy handle. Makes those expensive multi-blade cartridges seem like a total scam. A simple setup with a good blade is hard to beat.