: Modern razors are designed to do the work. Applying "brute force" or pressing too hard is a primary cause of nicks and cuts.
: Sloughing away dead skin cells the day before can prevent the blade from snagging and reduce the risk of ingrown hairs.
The ritual doesn't end when the hair is gone; the skin needs time to recover from the microtrauma of the blade. Leg Shave With A One Piece Razor
