Haircutting & ShavingQuestion 39 of 100
During a first-time-over straight-razor shave, the razor is generally moved:
a.With the grain of the hair growth
b.Always against the grain first
c.In random circles
d.Straight up regardless of growth
Explanation
The first pass of a professional shave follows the direction of hair growth (with the grain) to reduce irritation and ingrown hairs. A second, closer pass may go across or against the grain only after re-lathering.
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