Question on Head Shaving Technique

[SlyGI]

Hi Guys,

I just shaved my head for the second time. I washed with Shampoo, put on a pre-shave oil, then shaving cream. Then I went with the grain, and then against the grain. I got a few nicks and cut (about three or four). But, my shave was much closer. I used the same blade as I did the first time, but I'm going to toss that one and put in a new one for the next time.

You guys were totally right about my hair growing in different directions. Who would have thought? Also, there are a couple of small areas where, no matter what direction I moved the razor, I could not get the hair. Any advice? Possibly not enough pressure on the razor? Or maybe the razor is too dull?

I followed up with LAB Series, Razor Burn Relief Ultra for my after shave. Before I head out today, I'll put on some L'Oreal SPF 15 after shave lotion on my head and face.

I don't plan to be outside too much today so I think the SPF 15 should be fine. Plus, I really want the color of the rest of my head to catch up with my face and the top of the head.

Oh, I've been reading the shaving routines again. You guys recommend the St. Ives Apricot as and exfoliater. What do you guys think about L'Oreal for men as and exfoliator? I like L'Oreal's SPF 15 aftershave, it's not greasy and the smell isn't over powering.


My wife really, really, likes the bald thing. She says it's like kissing someone different. She said it makes her feel "Naughty." Freaking cool!!!! 

If I had known that, I would have shaved years ago.

I do have a scar on the right side of my head. It is a little harder to shave around, or through it, but I think I can navigate it fairly well.

[PigPen]

Sounds like you're getting the hang of it!!!!

 

[Paul]

Have a similar problem SlyGi with those odd spots.  I love the headblade but for some reason there are two spots I always have trouble with.  Try a different razor.  I use the Fusion on the tough spots and that lets me leave the house slick and sly.

[fireman]

I like L'Oreal's SPF 15 aftershave, it's not greasy and the smell isn't over powering.


I use this from time to time but I want to try HB Matte to see if I would like it better. In the line of work I think I will always have a shiny wet head look.

[Tyler]

SlyGI, glad to hear that you're getting the hang of it!

[champ007]

Oh, I've been reading the shaving routines again. You guys recommend the St. Ives Apricot as and exfoliater. What do you guys think about L'Oreal for men as and exfoliator? I like L'Oreal's SPF 15 aftershave, it's not greasy and the smell isn't over powering.

SlyGI, The apricot exfoliater doesn't have a smell. I use to use it before my shave to get the head prepare, but have found that I love that way it feels after my shave. So now I just use it after my shave. I had some issues with the bald guyz moisturizer at first, but now I have came to love it as well after my cold water rinse and towel dry. I use CVS off brand apricot exfoliater, its alot cheaper and just as good as ST. Ives.