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As a cartoonist, the number one question I get is, “Where do you get your ideas?” And that’s an easy question to answer.<\/p>\n
Ideas come to me when I’m engaged in doing everyday activities. During the morning shower or shave. Perhaps when I’m driving my car. When I’m out for a walk or exercising. \u00a0Ideas come to me when I’m just doodling on a piece of paper. \u00a0Sometimes, I’ll sketch something and, just out of the blue, it’ll turn into an idea for my comic strip or other comic feature.<\/p>\n
Ideas come to me when I’m not really looking for them. \u00a0But it’s almost always when I’m concentrating on doing some other activity.<\/p>\n
This is why I posted a picture of my shaving stand. \u00a0It’s that early morning routine when ideas are most likely to pop into my head. \u00a0And since switching to a wet shaving routine (with a double edge razor), I’ve slowed down the morning shave a bit. \u00a0And this gives me more time to allow my mind to wander and toss around various items on my \u00a0to do list for the upcoming day. \u00a0And that leads to ideas!<\/p>\n
Now, if you’re a guy and you’re using disposable razors, cartridge razors, or electric razors, give a safety razor a second look. \u00a0In the long run, you’ll save tons of money and you’ll get an amazing shave!<\/p>\n
I switched back and not only do I get a great shave, but lots of ideas for cartoons!<\/p>\n
Here’s what I recommend:<\/p>\n
The Vikings Blade Razor<\/strong>.<\/a> \u00a0\u00a0For the money, absolutely the best razor out\u00a0there. \u00a0Seriously, I love this razor. \u00a0Read my full review on amazon<\/a> and then buy one for yourself. \u00a0You will not regret it. \u00a0My first shave had no nicks, cuts, or burns. \u00a0Amazing. \u00a0I’m still learning proper technique, etc. \u00a0Just remember to\u00a0use\u00a0a good lather, hold the razor at the proper 30 degree angle, and use a light touch.<\/p>\n The Art of Shaving soap.<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0A great soap that lathers up nicely and it comes in a terrific teak wood bowl.<\/p>\n The Art of Shaving Pre-shave oil.<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0This is a MUST!<\/p>\n Want\u00a0some really<\/strong> nice, top-shelf shaving products? \u00a0Then check out The Art of Shaving’s online store<\/a>\u00a0and experience the perfect shave!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n A Good Shaving Brush.<\/strong>\u00a0 Just starting out with DE shaving? \u00a0The Perfecto brush<\/a> is a perfect brush and available at a perfect price. \u00a0Are you a more experienced shaver and need something new? \u00a0 \u00a0Then check this brush from The Art of Shaving.<\/a><\/p>\n An Alum Block.<\/a> \u00a0<\/strong>This will absolutely heal nicks and cuts plus minimize razor burn. \u00a0However, if you use the pre-shave oil and a good soap that lathers well, you won’t have to worry about razor burn that much.<\/p>\n After-shave Balm.<\/a> \u00a0You can go with Neutrogena<\/a> or Bulldog<\/a>. \u00a0I really like The Art of Shaving’s Sandalwood after-shave balm.<\/a><\/p>\n A Blade Bank.<\/strong> \u00a0This is for the safe disposal of used razor blades. \u00a0I bought mine from West Coat Shaving for a buck. <\/a>\u00a0 Amazon also sells one.<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0Now, if you live in an older home, you just may already have one built in<\/a>, which is how they disposed of used razor blades in years past.<\/p>\n You can get all the above items (except the blade bank) at The Shave Stop.<\/a><\/p>\n There are plenty of tutorials on how to shave with a safety razor. \u00a0Youtube is loaded with them. \u00a0But this one is absolutely THE best.<\/p>\n