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Double edged my head.
waine:
Sir Harry, its also about breaking monotony. One can easily get into a rut of doing something, like using the same shaving routine every day. I love experimenting, venturing out and breaking monotony. Shaving is no different. This DE thing has got me interested. One day I may be in a position where I cannot get access to my HB. As an aspiring DE connoisseur, I will be able to shave my head almost anywhere in the world due to the simplicity and availability of DE blades globally.
I would love to read the experience of other DE head shaving newbies like me...
GreatNessic, yes, that's part of the whole appeal!
warhawk:
Hi Waine: Congrats on taking the DE plunge. I took my 1st DE shave (both face and dome) last April 4, 2012 and haven't looked back. It does take time so that is why I mostly shave at night if I have to get up early in the morning AND anytime during off days.
Patience and time are very key in DE shaving. If U rush... that blade will bite. >:( So far, I'm absolutely loving my DE experience. I encourage everyone to atleast try it out. It's fun and challenging.
WARHAWK O0
waine:
Hi there guys, thanks for the responses and encouragement.
I could not resist my second face and HEAD DE shave in a row. Today, with the same BIC Platinum blade I again carefully carved my scalp, using only the weight of the Lion DE head. "Man O Man!" What an awesome shave? No big nicks this time, only a tiny red mole got sliced, and a painless scratch.
A splash of Old Spice aftershave, (No cream) and my scalp pulled, clean and tight!
Besides the time factor, I am already sold out on head DE shaving. Guys, if you haven't tried it, do yourself a favour, buy a cheapie and give it a ride! Make sure you use a quality blade tho.
Fortunately I am on a weeks leave, so I have the time to experiment. When I go back to work, I may go back to the HB for early morning shaves, as time is a factor.
Practice makes perfect! I will keep at it.
Look forward to meeting more novice DE head shavers and reading the experiences of veterans.
Slyfive:
I've just been tempted by reading this... oh dear wallet
waine:
Lol Slyfive, yes, that's always the problem with so many mens toys on the lovely shelves. The thin wallet!
But if you succumb to the temptation buy a cheap one and PERSEVERE even when you feel like giving up. You will eventually get it. Ha, ha, my "Lion" I always refer to costs $2-50 - a perfect lay out to learn.
I did day three in a row today. Same method but a different blade. I used a Gilette Minora this time, which is supposed to be a better quality blade than the Bic Platinum. Now I know what DE shavers mean when they say, "too sharp is not always the best." but the experimentation continues.
Again I got a neat perfect shave on my face and head for next to nothing.
A better quality DE is still calling me. I have promised myself one for my birthday in January.
If I can persuade just three people to use only steel, I will have helped save the planet and boycott the Fat Cat cartridge rip off retailers. LOL, Come on SlyBaldGuys,let's start a revolution...
My DE journey will be continued...
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