Because of time constraints my last two shaves have been in the shower. But I used hand soap, and over that I used some canned foam. The blade was a well used Silver Star, and the first time was a Gillette long comb, the next time it was a Gillette Tech.Both shaves were comfortable, but not as fun as using a brush and face lathering. But they both were very comfortable post shave, even my neck.It is tough to beat the beard hydration of shaving in the shower.I have no idea though why @expatCanuck wouldn't just shave while in the shower?My septic system is going on 62 years, I live on property that today would not pass a perk test, so in very wet Spring-time conditions I don't like to tax it. That's mostly why I shave at the sink and switched to DE shaving, to tell the truth.Just think youse guys: if I wasn't worried about something that distributes crap, ya never would have been blessed with all the crap I distribute on here!Your welcome!