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Offline socknoggle

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Oil recommendations?
« on: December 16, 2014, 12:24:41 PM »
Hey!  Question for for y'all.  I recently tried using an oil on my scalp and had a fantastic result.  I got the closest head shave I've ever had.  Right now it's about 2:30 PM and it feels like it normally does by about 10:30.  I've tried a scalp conditioning oil from Doterra and coconut oil.  Both worked great.  Really makes shaving more comfortable and make me nice and smooth.
 
Now to the question:  Can you folks recommend a good pre-shave oil that I can buy over the counter?  What I'm using works well, but it's always good to get opinions from you all.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #1 on: December 16, 2014, 12:32:56 PM »
I use shave secret from Walmart....less than $4 a bottle and last about four months if you shave everyday and longer if you don't
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #2 on: December 16, 2014, 12:45:43 PM »
I've used Taconic Unscented as well.  I liked it better than Shave Secret as I'm not crazy about the menthol or the clove.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #3 on: December 16, 2014, 01:16:12 PM »
I used Shave Secret as well.  Only one I've used so far based on the recommendations of others here.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #4 on: December 16, 2014, 03:07:39 PM »
Shave Secret is good, but I like Pacific Shaving Oil the best.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #5 on: December 16, 2014, 05:14:13 PM »
I use baby oil and it works well for me.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2014, 05:29:28 PM »
I am another who swears by Shave Secret.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #7 on: December 16, 2014, 05:34:54 PM »
Shave Secret user here also.  I've used King of Shaves also.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #8 on: December 21, 2014, 06:40:12 PM »
2 parts castor oil, 1 part olive oil, 15+ drops essential oil (I use sandalwood) works great!
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #9 on: December 22, 2014, 01:05:32 PM »
Based on the recommendations of my sly brethren I went and picked up some Shave Secret.  Works great!  It gets me smoother than ever and leaves my scalp soft and in good condition.   

Thanks for all your input gentlemen!
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #10 on: December 22, 2014, 01:23:54 PM »
Cool!  Glad you liked it!
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #11 on: December 23, 2014, 01:16:21 PM »
Shave Secret here as well.  Not everyday, since my scalp isn't that thick with follicles.   However, if I haven't shaved for 2-3 days, it is a must-have prep.   Can't beat the price, and I like the machine oil smell, too!

I'd like to try some different ones, like Art of Shaving, but just can't see forking over the $$.
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #12 on: January 05, 2015, 01:17:01 PM »
Uh-oh.  I think I might be allergic to the Shave Secret.  My scalp started turning red like a rash.  It didn't hurt at all and went away after a few days.  I've tried coconut oil, which was ok, but if you need to re-wet the area it just washes the oil away.  My girlfriend had me try lavender oil this morning and it worked ok.  I'll give that a go for a few more days and report in.  I might try the baby oil, AJ.  Thanks for that. 
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #13 on: January 05, 2015, 04:48:59 PM »
Sorry to hear about the allergic reaction.  I haven't had any, but you know yourself the best.  I it's not working, surely you will find one that works without the adverse effects.  Good luck to you!
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Re: Oil recommendations?
« Reply #14 on: January 05, 2015, 05:13:04 PM »
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