14 Strokes of Shaving

Study Notes

Strokes of Shaving Overview

Total of 14 distinct shaving strokes, each utilizing different techniques.
Techniques include Free-Hand, Back-Hand, and Reverse Free-Hand.

Stroke Techniques

Free-Hand: Typically involves a direct and smooth motion without using the back of the hand.
Back-Hand: Employs the back of the hand to angle the blade for a closer shave.
Reverse Free-Hand: Uses an upward motion, often beginning at the neck and moving toward the jaw.

Individual Strokes

Stroke 1: Free-Hand from sideburn to middle of the jaw.
Stroke 2: Back-Hand from middle of the jaw to the corner of the mouth.
Stroke 3: Free-Hand from the center to the corner of the lip.
Stroke 4: Free-Hand from the jawbone to the grain change.
Stroke 5: Reverse Free-Hand from the bottom of the neck to the grain change.
Stroke 6: Back-Hand from the center of the lip to the corner of the lip.
Stroke 7: Back-Hand from sideburn to middle of the jaw.
Stroke 8: Free-Hand from middle of the jaw to the corner of the mouth.
Stroke 9: Back-Hand from the jawbone to the grain change.
Stroke 10: Reverse Free-Hand from the bottom of the neck to the grain change.
Stroke 11: Free-Hand applied across the chin area.
Stroke 12: Either Free-Hand or Back-Hand from the bottom of the chin to the Adam's apple.
Stroke 13: Reverse Free-Hand from the bottom of the neck to the Adam's apple.
Stroke 14: Reverse Free-Hand from the bottom of the lip.

Description

Test your knowledge of the 14 strokes of shaving with this interactive flashcard quiz. Each card features a stroke and its corresponding shaving technique. Perfect for those looking to refine their grooming skills.