what the?? why?

[hipstersaint]

so, for years I used a mach 3 and edge shaving gel. then I heard all on the internet about proper shave technique, using a single blade razor, and a brush, and fine shave soaps.  Using a headblade because it has two blades and less irritation. and you know what?

  I have had more irritation than ever. with a mediocre shave at best.

   I give up!

[Razor X]

So don't fix what ain't broke.   

[banmuir]

The whole endeavour seems to be more art (mystery? / magic?) than science!!

With a two-blade cartridge - I cut myself to ribbons. With a three-blade cartridge - an exceptionally smooth shave (both used with a headblade). I like the brush (I suspect my hands flatten everything). I appreciate a warm lather ... but I tend to mix ingredients in the quest to find what works better. The best shave is always after I've skipped a day (doing the deed, and especially the finished result).

Don't give up - stick with what works for you. But occasionally experiment when you have the inclination to do so. What works brilliantly for one person doesn't always work out as a 'cure all' / 'holy grail' for everyone else. I've also discovered that doing something new means I don't always do it right first time around. I'm easily accused over over-analysing situations, so I usually dissect my failures at some point and attempt a new angle of attack ... and have seen some dramatic improvements!

[tomgallagher]

Like he said, if it ain't broke don't fix it.

[TheSlyBear]

I've never had any problems with my Mach 3, so I feel no need to change.

[Timmer]

The first time I tried the HB Original, I tore my sh*t UP.  SHREDDED my head.  Swore I'd never use one again.  I let my hair grow out for awhile...came back to my senses, started shaving again.  My Son-in-law told me about the HB Sport.  I don't know if it's the wheels, or the three blades, or the fact that I FOCUSED on not putting any pressure on the blade, but it worked AMAZINGLY well for me and now I'm a Headblader for life.

I'll fully support what's already be said though.  If something is working for you, why change it?  I basically tried the HB again because I was so angry that I couldn't seem to "get it" with the original...well, that and I'm shallow and really dig the logo.