I think all of us men have our own unique "regimens". And, they won't work for everyone! But, we learn from reading about them.
I shave with an electric razor for the most part and yes, "trim" with a regular razor and shave cream only when I absolutely have to. I'm fortunate to be able to "skip" a daily shave now (with a more casual work environment) and I can get by with a little "shadow look" through a good bit of the week.:smile: I typically reserve a "close shave" for only those important business meetings, special occasions, or when attending church. Skipping that daily shave? ...has HELPED my face, I do believe.
Keeping my razor clean, and replacing dull blades AND electric razor screens! has ALSO improved my facial skin's health! (i.e. LESS irritation, rashes and "nicks".) Those screens DO wear out; get little holes in them and (then) the exposed razor blades CUT you. --OUCH!
And, (for me, anyway)...I've stopped using ANY soap on my face...period. ONLY warm water.
Following my shave and just after a shower, what I DO faithfully use daily is baby oil (enriched with aloe and Vitamin E). I simply pour a very small amount into the palm of my hand, work it around abit with the fingers of my other hand and then apply the oil to my face (especially the cheeks) and gently massage it in. Then, I pat off the excess with tissue. My face is not left greasy or too shiny!
I started using baby oil during the sunbathing season several years ago and liked the "bronzy quality" it gave my tan results. With the daily baby oil, I'm finding my skin is remaining quite supple and seems much healthier over all year-round.
I don't notice ANY "dryness" to my (facial) skin like I had when using soap.
I believe men are becoming more conscious of "good skin care" and it's long overdue. We all need to pay more attention to it, especially as we get older. We really can and do take our skin's health for granted.