Shaving it off--soon. Advice, please.

[Bald Hobbit]

Don't know if I'll take pics, I don't trust myself to the entire internet. Not saying anything's wrong with you guys, but I'm precautious as to this. I believe I'll do it tuesday, when I have the house mostly to myself and can take my time.

[mrzed]

Do your pix with shades or block out your face.our take a behind view.

[BaldHDbiker]

You've received some good advise. Just take it slow and easy. You coukd use an electric after you cut it off with a 0 clipper if you want then go to a blade.

[Bald Hobbit]

Todays the day.

I'm freakin' out.

[Frontier Guy]

You'll feel relief once you make that first pass ... and remember, it's only a haircut.

[Bald Hobbit]

I did it! Got razor burned, and it took half an hour longer than it should have, but I like the result.  About how long does it take for the scalp to toughen, and how long for the skin to get color?

[clarinetguy]

great you did it man! The first time takes a while and there is some discomfort as your scalp is not used to it. After a few days you will notice a difference and it will get easier. Just continue to take your time at the beginning. Color on the scalp is an issue when it is not summer. I am BBC so there is a shadow but suffice it the shine of your scalp will show through. Fresh blades and good lube for your scalp. Welcome- I got the nerve up to post a pic on here - this is the only site I've done it on.

[mrzed]

I did it! Got razor burned, and it took half an hour longer than it should have, but I like the result.  About how long does it take for the scalp to toughen, and how long for the skin to get color?

Congratulations

Razor burn is probably pretty common on first head shave. Due to inexperience and excitement for a smooth head.

Take it easy the first week. Use some lube afterwards to soothe your scalp. The razor burn won't last long. You'll feel like a pro in a week or so. 30 day rule!

I don't even remember how long it took to develop color. And i first shaved my head in January.

Your speed for shaving will improve over the first month. 5 to 10 minutes will become the norm

[Frontier Guy]

Well done.

When I first started I think it took me about 20 minutes to shave - slow going and took quite a while to figure out the various directions needed to get everything smooth. This morning (5 months later) I wasn't in any particular hurry and it was only 4 or 5 minutes to shampoo / exfoliate / shave. Now the motions are all routine - but the morning transformation is still revitalizing.

Razor burn ... some are more susceptible than others. Personally, I think using a pre-shave oil (like Shave Secret) is very helpful.

Scalp color ... it will come with time, depending on season and geography. After a week or so you will be so accustomed to seeing the "New You" that you won't notice or think about the color.

Enjoy. I never thought of a haircut as being "fun" - but I have so much more fun than previously I wouldn't consider going back.

[baldjoeg]

Congradulations and welcome. You will love the new look on you. Shavers secret is great stuff to use as a pre shave. You can find it at Walmart.

Mrzed, Your rolls are making me hungry.

[baldjoeg]

Glad to hear that you are ready to take the plunge. I have never regretted doing it myself.

It sounds like you are all set. I would recommend getting some witch hazel to put on after the shave. I also use headblade glossy lube for an after shave.

I would definitely recommend going to a barber for a straight razor head shave some time. It is such a great experience.

Looking forward to seeing a picture after you do the deed.

Welcome to SBG. It is a great forum and you can get a lot of good advice here.


 

[mrzed]

Congradulations and welcome. You will love the new look on you. Shavers secret is great stuff to use as a pre shave. You can find it at Walmart.

Mrzed, Your rolls are making me hungry.

I'm making more rolls this week! Very very relaxing.

[Bald Hobbit]

Posted pictures here:

http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=18546.30

Thanks a lot for all the advice.