If judging the blade angle is difficult, try to keep the spine about two spine widths off your face. That should be about the right angle. Another technique related point, make sure you are getting a good stretch on the area you are shaving.
Glycerin based soaps are pretty good, I got acceptable shaves with a Colonial Conk soap, but moved up soon. It certainly made a difference.
I forgot to ask about your preshave. Did you just lather and go? Did you strop the razor? I find I get better shaves after a nice hot shower. I also strop before every shave, and I believe doing so is necessary. I believe 30 passes is recommended, but I usually do about 50. You'll also want to make sure your stropping technique is good.
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