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One thing I forgot to mention after I went back a re-Read this post,
I always use a Pre-Shave Oil. I like The Stirling Brands or Shave Secret Pre-Shave Oil.
Good luck.

I am new here also. I have been "Wet Shaving" off and on for years. I do not know what kind of Brush or Shaving Soap that you are using. But yes imho the method that you said you used with your DE...