New to the Scene, enjoying the ride

[medpsy82]

Hey all,

I just started here and have been enjoying the many topics so far. I have been wet shaving for about a year now, mostly face not head. I use a VDH boar brush and soap with a VDH mug to lather in. My razors of choice are a Dovo 5/8 str8 and Thiers Issard vintage style DE complete with Thiers Issard Pure Badger brush. The DE is used the most with the str8 for weekends or holiday shaves. I have been shaving my head for about a year ago on and off, more recently turned to full-time head shave. I normally shave my head with my own lather and a Sheik Hydro 5 blade. I have shaved my head a few times with my DE, but normally end up nicking myself a few time. It gives me a much closer shave, that I really like, using the DE. Hopefully I'm hoping I will be able to find some pointers from fellow wet shavers, I find this is a small but loyal group dating way back.

Greeting so all...

[IllinoisBaldy]

Welcome to SBG

[Slynito]

Welcome...there are many experienced folks on the forum that will answer your questions. Have fun!

[warhawk]

Hi Med:  Welcome 2 the sly fraternity.  Glad that ya joined us.  Since you have been wetshaving for about a year,  DE shaving your dome will be a little easier compared to an inexperience shaver.

I discovered DE shaving since April of this year.  It looks like you got a great set-up.  There are really no tips or correct ways to DE shave one's dome because of the many angles compared to the face.

Just prep your dome like you would for your face.  Also... do not rush a DE shave.  Always make time because a DE shave is your "spa-time" to pamper yourself.

Again... welcome to SBGs.  There is nothing better than the process of a DE shave.  It is a fun and challenging way to shave.

WARHAWK

[Paul the Headblader]

cheers!