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Hey everyone by imrahil on 17 Jun, 2009 23:44
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Hi there,
I'm happy to discover these boards, there seems to be a wealth of information here about being sly. None of my friends shave their heads and no one in my family does so I came to the Internet for advice. Dad got me an electric razor to shave my face when I was a teenager, but once I started shaving my head that didn't get close enough for me so I learned on my own to use a blade. I've actually been shaving my head for about two years now, so I feel I should have it down by now but I think it could be better. I shave everyday, so I figure anything I can do to be improve it will make life better.
I know others are reading this boards, maybe with problems similar to mine so I'll share my story. When I was 16 I started getting small bald patches, the doctor called it "Alopecia areata." I got it treated periodically by getting kenilog (?) injections, which did cause it to grow back, but in college the disease returned in force and I had odd shaped patches all over my head. I did not consider shaving for a long time, since I was so certain it would eventually grow back as it did before, and changing my look so drastically would be such a big change.
Your appearance is a big part of your identity, and having a big change to it can be scary if you're like me. I couldn't do it until a barber I went to encouraged me. Then it was a LONG time before I got used to it. I would look in the mirror and could hardly recognize myself. This caused a bit of anxiety, but hey I was pretty anxious before I shaved.
Now I'm used to it and I like the look. Still no sly friends, but I'm hoping to improve my technique by reading these boards.
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#1 by Tyler on 18 Jun, 2009 00:10
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You now have a ton of friends that shave their heads! Welcome to SBG! We're here to help, so let us know what you think you need improvement with.
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#2 by DaDi on 18 Jun, 2009 01:53
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Welcome imrahil!
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#3 by Paul on 18 Jun, 2009 05:33
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Great introduction imrahil. Welcome. As Tyler said, you have now found plenty of sly friends that are here to support and inform you.
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#4 by adam_r_todd on 18 Jun, 2009 05:56
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Yes, welcome! You've got sly friends now.
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#5 by Papa Don on 18 Jun, 2009 07:26
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Yes! A huge welcome Imarahil. Ask away and we will try to answer to the best of our ability. New friends are always welcomed.
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#6 by Wil87 on 18 Jun, 2009 08:20
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Welcome dude!! Enjoi it here!!
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#7 by D.A.L.U.I. on 18 Jun, 2009 08:39
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Welcome, you made the right choice. Google "Kenalog injectable" and refer to the contra indications and reactions. This is a strong steroid, and shouldn't be given any more than 3 times a year according to my skin doctor. It is seemingly a wonder drug for many conditions but can cause real problems in some cases. A blade is a better answer, and if you can, remember that androgenic alopecia will affect approximately 50% of the male population by age 50, that's the fancy name for male pattern baldness. You're just a natural born leader--shine on, brother.
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#8 by yak on 18 Jun, 2009 09:18
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Welcome to the board you will find a wealth of great information. I'm a veteren shaver and this sight has given me a lot of great advice over the last year from tricks and tips to reviews on prodcuts!
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#9 by benmcd on 18 Jun, 2009 10:42
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I have only been in the forum for a few weeks myself, but it is the best place online to discuss bald issues of every kind. Welcome and look forward to hearing your thoughts.
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#10 by ar3inc on 18 Jun, 2009 16:58
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Trust me, man there is a ton of good sly guys in this group and if you are wanting some sly friends you got them. Welcome to the group.
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#11 by GASlick on 18 Jun, 2009 17:04
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Welcome to the crowd!
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#12 by DCdome on 18 Jun, 2009 18:03
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Welcome bro.
You have come to the right place for friendship and support. Also lots of shaving wisdom to be found here, so do some seaching through the threads. -
#13 by OzPete on 18 Jun, 2009 20:34
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Welcome to SBG!
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#14 by StogieStang on 19 Jun, 2009 04:10
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Welcome
Glad you found us.