Prepare the skin with warm water
Lather shaving soap or cream thoroughly
Hold the straight razor at about a 30-degree angle
Stretch the skin tight with your free hand
Shave with short, light strokes
Use the razor with the grain first
Rinse the blade often
Do not press hard
Re-lather before each pass
Shave across or against the grain only if needed
Keep the blade clean and dry
Strop the razor before and after shaving
Apply aftershave or moisturizer after shaving