Head Shaving, Grooming & Care > Safety Razor Head Shaving
Thinking of going DE
JohnRa:
I'd like to try blade shaving. I've always used a wet/dry electric razor on the dome, although I like the way it shaves dry better than wet.
Any suggestions for trying blade shaving? Those starter kits look interesting, but honestly it's a bit intimidating all the way around.
clint902:
--- Quote from: JohnRa on December 07, 2020, 06:07:35 AM ---I'd like to try blade shaving. I've always used a wet/dry electric razor on the dome, although I like the way it shaves dry better than wet.
Any suggestions for trying blade shaving? Those starter kits look interesting, but honestly it's a bit intimidating all the way around.
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1st: When using a blade, take your time. Nobody's passing out trophies for who finishes first.
2nd: Wash your scalp prior to shaving to get rid of salt, oils and dead skin(very important).
3rd: I add a good lubricant(I use olive oil) to soften things up before applying a shaving cream. You'll soon discover how important it is to keep things slippery.
4th: The first pass with the grain to rough it out then if you want it closer and you're comfortable doing so, you can lather up again then shave against the grain.
I guess that's about it however, I'd suggest starting out using a disposable razor then over time, you can try using a de if you want. Some find a de a bit intimidating but I was brought up using a de so it's not a big deal for me but it's a different thing. The thing you want to avoid is irritation.
Laser Man:
I tried shaving with a DE several times, but could never get the hang of it, especially in the back, plus I always nicked myself.
Good luck trying the DE. Hope it works for you.
Goatee:
I have got and used a DE on my head many times. I do prefer the Mach 3 though.
gwsmallwood:
--- Quote from: JohnRa on December 07, 2020, 06:07:35 AM ---I'd like to try blade shaving. I've always used a wet/dry electric razor on the dome, although I like the way it shaves dry better than wet.
Any suggestions for trying blade shaving? Those starter kits look interesting, but honestly it's a bit intimidating all the way around.
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Lots of great YouTube tutorials out there. I just started a channel myself, but I haven't done any tutorials yet. Pick up a starter kit from Maggard, West Coast Shaving, or Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements and watch some Mantic59 tutorials. You'll be fine. My biggest recommendation is don't bother trying to use a mirror for the back of the head. Go by feel.
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