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sweet almond oil is much better than olive, but most house holds have olive oil in the kitchen.
2 or 3 drops of olive oil rubbed into your beard is very effective, if not over kill.
I haven't tried...

The DE is beneficial because it makes you learn proper beard prep.

If over the counter pre shave oils irritate your skin, try olive oil. just a few drops will do.

What soap are you using? if...