Head Shaving, Grooming & Care > How To Protect Your Bald Head
Acne? Razor burn? Help!
D.A.L.U.I.:
--- Quote from: ycartt on April 15, 2009, 01:30:38 PM ---I suffer the same bumps around my hairline. What kind of benzoyl peroxide is recommended? Something over the counter or something prescribed?
Also I've been using some bump fighters like Head Clear. Should I quit that and go with the witch hazel or use in addition to?
I'm very intrigued by the Cuticura that I see some of you recommend. Does it work that well?
Thanks
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Usually you can get a 5 or 10% Benzoyl Peroxide at a pharmacy, I prefer an independent near me that has better prices than Wal-Mart. I use plain hydrogen peroxide for my astringent, although a lot of the brothers swear by witch hazel. I've not tried that since my hp works fine for me. I do strongly advocate Cuticura, it's a mild anti-bacterial soap formulated for acne and has served me well for years. Don't forget the loofa pad, not the sponge. The pads are available at Wal-Mart for about $US2.50. The loofa w/ soap will soften and remove oil plugs from the folicles and give you a smoother skin. Post up in the Introduction section and let us know a little about yourself. Welcome.
ycartt:
Thanks, Saintc. Are you using the BP as the final layer of product on your head before setting out?
I've been shaving my head for almost a month now. Trying to find my method of madness whether be in shower or at sink. I want a convenient method to do both face and head. I shave my face about every other day and I'm trying to do my head that same route. I would like to do it daily so it would be slick smooth but if its going to cause irritation then that's a no. I'm currently using a schick quattro for my head. I tried the headblade and found it a bit cumbersome around the sides, especially near the ears. I hear a lot of people swearing by the mach III. I guess I'll try that next. I did get a sample of the head slick and that seems to be really good.
I'm sure some of my problem too may be over-washing. I wash in the morning, then again at lunch after I go to the gym on my lunch break and then again at night. I've always had oily skin. By evening time I'm quite oily.
Has anyone ever used any of the cuticura body bars? I tend to have acne prone areas on my chest and back and wonder if that was a good fit to help battle that.
D.A.L.U.I.:
--- Quote from: ycartt on April 15, 2009, 02:55:42 PM ---Thanks, Saintc. Are you using the BP as the final layer of product on your head before setting out?
I've been shaving my head for almost a month now. Trying to find my method of madness whether be in shower or at sink. I want a convenient method to do both face and head. I shave my face about every other day and I'm trying to do my head that same route. I would like to do it daily so it would be slick smooth but if its going to cause irritation then that's a no. I'm currently using a schick quattro for my head. I tried the headblade and found it a bit cumbersome around the sides, especially near the ears. I hear a lot of people swearing by the mach III. I guess I'll try that next. I did get a sample of the head slick and that seems to be really good.
I'm sure some of my problem too may be over-washing. I wash in the morning, then again at lunch after I go to the gym on my lunch break and then again at night. I've always had oily skin. By evening time I'm quite oily.
Has anyone ever used any of the cuticura body bars? I tend to have acne prone areas on my chest and back and wonder if that was a good fit to help battle that.
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No, my final "layer" in winter or if I know I'm not going to be in the sun is Nivea Extreme Balm, light smell, feels great on my face and scalp. Sun--Banana Boat--dry not greasy. Only negative on Banana Boat it dulls the shine a little.
In my opinion for what it's worth it's hard to wash the scalp too much. First of all, it feels great, second if you have oily skin and mine is, it cleans up the oil and the soot, dust and other stuff in the air that now sticks to the scalp. If I can't wash I usually keep some BaldGuys Wipes handy, or even wipe down with a wet paper towel in the mens room. I was originally a little hesitant to do that, but now I figure I can and will and the fringers who can't may get the idea >:D--dump the fringe get on with life. The loofa pad will also help the general acne issues by deep cleaning dried oil and junk out of the pores around body hair too.
I also tried the Headblade, it is really an attractive piece of equipment. But, like you, I found it hard to use so I stuck with Fusion and have only had one or two small nicks in 18 months. My worst nicks were with the disposables--don't go there anymore. I like Headslick, and I absolutely wouldn't be without my brush--feels good, works the slick into a great lather--what more can you ask.
Great dome, now keep it up another 30 days and you'll be SLY for life.
ycartt:
Thanks for the info. Is your preference to shave in the shower or at sink? Also, are you using same razor for your head as your face?
What Cuticura product would you recommend? I was thinking of getting the bar for blemish/acne prone skin for the shower and either the same for the sink to wash at night or getting the daily foam wash for the sink.
I am using the Head Shed exfoliant for my scalp and face on the days I shave. I really like it. Smells like rubbing chocolate over my head...ha.
D.A.L.U.I.:
--- Quote from: ycartt on April 15, 2009, 03:18:39 PM ---Thanks for the info. Is your preference to shave in the shower or at sink? Also, are you using same razor for your head as your face?
What Cuticura product would you recommend? I was thinking of getting the bar for blemish/acne prone skin for the shower and either the same for the sink to wash at night or getting the daily foam wash for the sink.
I am using the Head Shed exfoliant for my scalp and face on the days I shave. I really like it. Smells like rubbing chocolate over my head...ha.
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Re the exfoliant, stick w/ what pleases you, that is in essence is Sly. I usually shave after the shower at the sink, but if I'm in a rush I shower shave, it's never as long lasting but it is fast. I use the bar, it's blue and sits by the sink at all times. I use a regular bar in the shower. I do shampoo and condition my beard in the shower. I've since found a little of the conditioner over the scalp before getting out seems to set up the scalp for shaving--but it may be my imagination. I use the loofa pad in the shower.
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