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Bald by choice
by
Cris
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:33
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Hi everybody, I'm Cristian (Cris, without "h" ) from Italy.
I'm bald by choice.
My hairline has always been a large "M" by the age of 17. At first I was convinced that it was the first step into baldness, but today, 20 years later and same hairline, I know that this large "M" is simply my signatute hairline.
Nonetheless, I went Bald 4 times in my life, because for some reason I can't explain I feel much more as I really am.
Now I'm feeling somewhat ready for the 30 days rule.
I bought a Philips Headgroom yesterday.
Here are some recent photos, before and after.
As you can see, I NEVER went COMPLETELY sly and smooth.
Just need some encouragement, you know..
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#1
by
Chavster
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:37
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Buon giorno
M? Cosa fai?
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#2
by
Chavster
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:39
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Ok, I understand what you mean about the M now
The Phillips Headgroom is going to do nothing to help you get rid of it. Its a pointless piece of machinery, in my opinion.
You need a razor
You dont look bad at all, but if you want to smooth out your hairline so that its not as noticable, you need to use a sharp razor
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#3
by
Cris
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:44
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Buongiorno, grazie
If you follow my hairline you can notice that it draws an "M"
But now I want a Smooth, clean, Head, like yours
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#4
by
Laser Man
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:47
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A smooth, clean head is an easy step from where you are now. Wash your scalp, lather up with shaving cream and carefully draw a sharp new razor over the stubble. The result will be a smooth head.
Give it a try.
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#5
by
Cris
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:54
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The Phillips Headgroom is going to do nothing to help you get rid of it. Its a pointless piece of machinery, in my opinion.
Oh
Really?
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#6
by
Acme
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:56
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Welcome.
You look good with and without hair. Even if you shave with a razor, you have light skin and dark hair so the hairline will still be visible even though your head will be smooth. Anyway, that shouldn't stop you from giving it a try and doing what you want with your head.
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#7
by
Arnie
on 01 Oct, 2011 12:59
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Just do it!!! You won't regret it!!!
Welcome to SBGs!!!
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#8
by
Razor X
on 01 Oct, 2011 13:00
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You've come this far. Might as well see it through.
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#9
by
Chavster
on 01 Oct, 2011 13:20
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The Phillips Headgroom is going to do nothing to help you get rid of it. Its a pointless piece of machinery, in my opinion.
Oh
Really?
Well I think so, but others might have a different opinion. If you want a completely smooth head, then I think you need to use a razor. However, if you are the same as many other Italian men, who have dark and thick hair strands, you'll never get rid of the M completely, but it's not a bad thing. In your bottom picture, I think you look very good. Certainly better than when you had Hugh Grant hair
Don't stress over it. You look good. Give the Phillips a few tries but for the closest shave, the IMO, you need hot water, a good shaving cream, and a sharp razor.
Non essere sottolineato, si guarda bene
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#10
by
Cris
on 01 Oct, 2011 13:33
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Oh What a response, what a community.
In a few minutes... such many answers, and all really useful.
You are giving to me a variety of previously unknown insights.
Thanks everybody...
Wow I'm really surprised and amazed.
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#11
by
Laser Man
on 01 Oct, 2011 13:41
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You can do both: shave first with the Philips shaver, then lather up and use a razor. The Philips will take your hair down close to the scalp and the razor will do the rest to get you nice and smooth.
Good luck - you'll enjoy it!
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#12
by
Chavster
on 01 Oct, 2011 13:45
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You can do both: shave first with the Philips shaver, then lather up and use a razor. The Philips will take your hair down close to the scalp and the razor will do the rest to get you nice and smooth.
Good luck - you'll enjoy it!
Very true. I don't think there's such a thing as a consistently perfect shave. I could shave my head now and get a perfect shave, and I could do the exact same things in the morning and my head will feel like a cactus and I'll have to shave again. So use a whole range of methods and machines and razors. That's what I do. It's all about trial and error.
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#13
by
Razor X
on 01 Oct, 2011 14:12
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It is all trial and error. I use the Philips Headgroom. I started using it a few months ago because I started developing some skin problems from the blade. It does a decent job. I just shaved my head with it a few minutes ago. I was too lazy to get around to it earlier in the day as I normally would. Having a few extra hours' growth gave the Headgroom something to grab onto and I got an exceptionally close shave. On a daily basis, it doesn't provide as close or long-lasting a shave as the blade does, but it's a small price to pay to keep my skin blemish-free.
For a first timer, I would suggest using a blade. It's a lot easier than using an electric shaver and will allow you to fully appreciate the benefits of a smooth shave.
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#14
by
Cris
on 01 Oct, 2011 14:21
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Well I choose the Philips Headgroom because of this opinion:
http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=15253.0This was a very positive review so i went with it
But i'm getting the point...
Blades are better and give you more smoothness.
And oh... the Hugh Grant thing killed me!
I'm still smiling.. I have stomach cramps...LOL