owlman
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None whatsoever. I usually whip up lather in a bowl and apply it to my dry face which hasn't seen any water since the previous evening.
I've tried several different techniques, like washing my face with cold/warm water only, using soap, using a hot towel for several minutes, or shaving after the shower. However, I have not noticed any tangible differences in the quality of my shaves, so I don't bother. In my experience, the choice of shaving soap and my knowledge of the razor have a far greater influence, so I focus on those.
I've tried several different techniques, like washing my face with cold/warm water only, using soap, using a hot towel for several minutes, or shaving after the shower. However, I have not noticed any tangible differences in the quality of my shaves, so I don't bother. In my experience, the choice of shaving soap and my knowledge of the razor have a far greater influence, so I focus on those.