Shaving against the grain....................Who does it?

[mark]

I find that if i shave against the grain i get the best shave ever on my dome.  Very smooth and it keeps the shadow form my dark hair at bay longer.  Only problem is i cant shave it like this every day, its too sensitive.

[Troy]

I always shave against the grain.  Can't get a close enough shave otherwise. 

[kenny57028]

I shave with and against the grain everyday. Not to mention shaving up towards the top of my head on the sides (seems some of my hair grows at odd angles.) I like the feeling of a completely smooth head.

[RayzorBlade]

ATG is the only way. I hate stubble. Try every other day.

[D.A.L.U.I.]

If you want a baby butt smooth dome that really lasts, ATG is essential, at least for me. 

[BillOnBass]

I know many of you guys only shave with the grain, and that's ok... but as far as I'm concerned, if I'm not shaving ATG I may as well not shave that day.

[Razor X]

I know many of you guys only shave with the grain, and that's ok... but as far as I'm concerned, if I'm not shaving ATG I may as well not shave that day.

Agreed.

[Sgt. Pate]

I also always shave against the grain.  It took a few shaves for my pate to toughen up. 

[Rob]

always shave against the grain...no other way!

[mark]

But how do you guys keep your head from "breaking out" or being too sensitive from doing that? With my current razor i could use it MAYBE 3 times after shaving against the grain.

[D.A.L.U.I.]

"Breaking out" is often the result of minor irritation from debris, dirt, etc. on the dome.  So wipe down with an astringent after finishing up the rinse--I use hydrogen peroxide.  Then a little benzoyl  peroxide and hydrocortizone lotions to control redness and any "acne" type reaction.  Follow with a NON-OILY after shave balm, I use Nivea Extreme, great stuff IMO.  Most important, wash that nice dome a couple of times a day w/ a mild anti-acne soap--remember there's nothing at all between you and the dirt and grime out there--at the end of a day outside you'll be amazed how much dirt accumulates on the dome!  Finally, make sure you change your pillowcases regularly--again dirt and oil, as well as those old hats that you never wash--that can cause trouble too.  If it sounds like a lot of trouble, just remember the pleasure of reaching up and rubbing a perfectly smooth scalp during the day--it's great stress relief!

[mark]

""Breaking out" is often the result of minor irritation from debris, dirt, etc. on the dome.  So wipe down with an astringent after finishing up the rinse--I use hydrogen peroxide.  Then a little benzoyl  peroxide and hydrocortizone lotions to control redness and any "acne" type reaction.  Follow with a NON-OILY after shave balm, I use Nivea Extreme, great stuff IMO.  Most important, wash that nice dome a couple of times a day w/ a mild anti-acne soap--remember there's nothing at all between you and the dirt and grime out there--at the end of a day outside you'll be amazed how much dirt accumulates on the dome!  Finally, make sure you change your pillowcases regularly--again dirt and oil, as well as those old hats that you never wash--that can cause trouble too.  If it sounds like a lot of trouble, just remember the pleasure of reaching up and rubbing a perfectly smooth scalp during the day--it's great stress relief!"


That is information worth saving! Thanks.  I do use the Nivea after shave balm.  But i dont do anything else other than that.  Ill make sure to pick up some of the other things you mention.

[PigPen]

I shave with and against the grain everyday. Not to mention shaving up towards the top of my head on the sides (seems some of my hair grows at odd angles.) I like the feeling of a completely smooth head.

I shave against the grain as well. I know what you mean about the odd angles. If my ears didn't get in the way, I'd be set!

[Arnie]

I always shave against the grain...but I have it easy, the little hair I have to shave is very thin so I can use a razor for a long time before I have to replace it.

[gardner179]

ATG for me to, got to be completly smooth and for me its the only way to go