The back of my head looks like a dang warzone

• The back of my head looks like a dang warzone by Chico D on 01 Aug, 2007 08:56
• I continue to struggle with the sides and the back.  With the grain, no problem.  But against the grain, and I get all scratched up.  THe damn blade gets caught on my hair at some points and doesn't move anymore, its kinda like I gotta force it.  It sucks.  Maybe its the Sensor blades?  The headslick?   I have heard of people shaving sideways instead of up and down, but I feel like thats almost going with the grain.
  
  Any more tips?  My head is messup lookin right now.
• #1 by Timmay on 01 Aug, 2007 09:42
• What blade are you using Chico?  I use the headblade sport and it seems to work fine for me to go against the grain.  The most important thing to the headblade is never apply pressure the the blade.  Always keep the pressure on the wheels.  Also are you doing this in front of the sink or the shower?  You need to make sureyou get your scalp all nice and heated up with some warm or hot water.  If you are shaving in the shower be careful as to not let the water rinse the Headslick off  because that will cause drag also.  Maybe your hair is thicker than mine...but I think it is important to use special care on preshaving as much as it is on the post shave.   Good luck with it...and just do what gives you the best results.  I think most people will see..what is good for one person isnt neccessarily good for another person.  Thats why God made us different....even though I need to remind my self of that at times....
  Good Luck
  
• #2 by Chico D on 01 Aug, 2007 11:13
• Thanks man, I'll try showering first next time. 
• #3 by Stu on 01 Aug, 2007 12:22
• Hey Chico,  sorry to hear you're having difficulty.  I use the generic Atra blades, and I'm a shower shaver with a mirror.  I do my initial pass with the grain.  Then, I rinse my head completely, reapply the Headslick, and then go against the grain.  I generally get some tiny nicks if I ever shave in front of the mirror.  The shower just works better for me -- I think because I keep my head wetter.  Also, in my case, after I'm done, I take my standard blade and shave straight up from my ear (something impossible to do with the HB) on both sides.  Let us know if our tips help any.
• #4 by frank_m on 01 Aug, 2007 14:40
• The other guys gave you the most important advice on the HB, keep the pressure on the back.
  
  a couple of pointers I have learned;
  go to you tube and do a search for 'wet shaving' there's a guy on there that has several videos on wet shaving (good how-to advice)  I applied some of the knowledge from there to my shaving routine, and I must say that I hardly EVER have any nicks, bumps etc.
  
  also, I tried the blades that come with the HB and they messed me up big time, I now use the Sensor blade (double ones not triple) with the HB and I don't think I will ever need to try a different blade, they are not too expensive.
  
  
• #5 by jusbnme on 01 Aug, 2007 15:42
• Like most of the guys have said you want to keep the pressure off the front of the blade and definitely make sure you are getting your head really nice and wet with the hottest water you can stand.  Because the hotter the water, the softer the hair.  I'm actually not a HB user anymore but with any razor you use one of the most important things is to take it slow.  Going to fast will cause extra pull on the hair which will result in some bad irritation. 
• #6 by Koaa2 on 01 Aug, 2007 16:04
• I shave in front of the mirror, find that if I soak a face cloth with hot water and pat and lay it on my head, before I apply shaving cream, helps soften follicles and makes the shave smoother. Good Luck!
• #7 by JDog on 01 Aug, 2007 23:55
• Hey Chico I too had the same problem with irritation and cuts. And the 2 things the really helped me get rid of it.
  
  Correct use of razor. Dont apply too much pressure and use plenty of lubricant(gell or cream).
  
  COLD WATER SPLASH. Splash ice cold water onto your dome after shaving and this will not only give you a natural shine but will limit irritation caused by shaving.
• #8 by tomgallagher on 02 Aug, 2007 10:32
• Hey Chico. I have never heard of hair that could stop a razor blade in its tracks. Maybe you should address that issue first and also try to use some good witch hazel on your dome as an aftershave. It will sooth and help heal any irritation. Good Luck.
• #9 by warhawk on 02 Aug, 2007 15:57
• chico....lots of gr8 advice/info from the brahs.  if all that duz not work 4 u, then u might want 2 switch 2 another weapon.  u might want 2 try a fusion.  i am a fusion man & NEVER got an irritation 2 my dome or face.  the fusion blades r awesome.  the ONLY downside is that they cost $$$ but it is all worth it.  keep us posted & c ya 'round the forum.
  
  WARHAWK
• #10 by skinhead002 on 02 Aug, 2007 16:53
• I really recommend softening the old stubble up with a brush or washcloth and some soap. Also, a good shave creme like Headslick also makes blades last a long time.  I'm amazed at the number of shaves I get out of a Schick Extreme FX.  Also, I always use my free hand to really stretch my scalp tight while I shave against the grain