Sly Bald Guys Forum
Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: Mauricio on July 20, 2010, 11:59:15 AM
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The deed is complete...I am officially sly! I want to thank everyone on this sight because of your support I went through with it. Although it only took a short time to actually complete the deed, it has been a long and difficult road. The support on this sight has been outstanding and it has offered a perspective from people understand. I need a little sun to even out the skin but so far so good. Tell me, is it natural to have buyers remorse when one makes the jump to go sly? Although I feel good about the decision at the moment, I just want to know whether regret ever sets in. Also, my sides were really clean and smooth but the back was not. I didnt push the issue too much because I didnt want to get razor burn. Is it better to allow my skin to get used to the shock of having a razor pressing up against it before trying to get it as closely shaven as I can.
Again, thanks for all of the support!
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Congratulations! Now post up some picks.
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Im trying to figure out how.
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Congrats! O:O O:O O:O
"Buyers' Remorse" isn't quite the term I would use, although I didn't come from the rug experience. There's a "who's the dude in the mirror" feeling, that lasts a couple of weeks. But, as you get out and about--use sunscreen--you're going to find that people either don't say anything--almost a let down because you feel so different at first and they don't seem to appreciate it--or compliment it. A few jerks, generally the ones who should be looking for the blade themselves, will mouth off, but in a couple of months when they think they're only talking to you they'll start asking about it--they're thinking about it too, you can bet on that.
Your technique will improve, and that smooth feeling is totally addictive. So take your time, enjoy the freedom.
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Congratulations!! !B@
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Congratulations, Mauricio! Well done. O0
Saintc pretty well covered everything you asked about. Just ease off for a day or so if your skin does get really irritated, but it sounds like you are off to a great start!
8)
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Way to go......... looks good!!
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Looks great - I wouldn't call it buyer's remorse - It's more like, 'wow I did it, can't change my mind now - it's done.' I would go easy to let your head get used to it. The roughness in back is probably only if you rub from bottom to top - that is fixed by shaving up (against the grain) after shaving from front to back (down).
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Glad SBG could offer some support.
As far as the back of your scalp goes....what type of shaving gel did you use? Maybe use some type of gel that offers more of a level of protection (Headblade Headslick is a good one). Also, make sure you use some type of post-shave lotion.
Any questions, the guys are here to help.
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It looks great Mauricio! Great job of taking that step. As a former rug wearer I can tell you that there's definitely moments of looking in the mirror and being in absolute shock. From my own personal experience the first week was the worse. The second week was better -- but still getting used to the look (well for rug wearers we already know what we'll look like as when you clean your system you shave the top of your head before you glue it back on). For me the third week was the transition point and at the end of 30 days I was in the "I am never going back to hair" mode. I'm at the end of my 8th month and sly is who I am -- actually because it is who I am! No more hiding under dead squirrels glued to my head.
Sun definitely helps even things out. I have a dark tan now and it looks great.
Hold fast -- its gets better. The shock of "who's that person in the mirror" quickly fades. You did the right thing. Hair is out - sly is in!
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Thanks guys! I sent my wife a picture and she actually likes it!
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Thanks guys! I sent my wife a picture and she actually likes it!
And why wouldn't she? Looks good. Almost makes a person wonder why you were hiding it? ;D
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Looks good Mauricio. Congratulations.
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Looks great! O0
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Well, it's "training wheels" time for you.
I am nearly eligible for full Social Security (should I choose to stop working), and that means about a quarter of a century (on and off) Sly. Once upon a time I stood out in a crowd; now I'd probably have to drop trou to get a reaction.
A little time, a little sun, a little nonchalance--you'll fit right in.
Welcome to "The Land of Few and Short Follicles."
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Man that looks Great! Welcome to the club. Now don't look back because I guarantee you will get nothing but complements.
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Welcome Looks good man! As far as buyer's remorse, just look at some snapshots of yourself pre-shave. I just saw some of myself yesterday.... I'm glad I made the choice when I did. Like everyone else says about shaving, "Practice makes perfect".
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Looks great!!! Welcome to Slyness
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Mauricio, you look great, I would have always thought you were already SLY if I didn't know your story. You will gain confidence with time. Just enjoy it. O0
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Yes it turned out great and you will get used to it. My skin was very sensitive after the first 2 shaves and I had bumps, but my head adjusted quickly and they went away.
If your skin is to sensitive take a day or 2 off from shaving. I pressed on and have shaved every day for the past 13 days. For me the combo of pressing to hard on the razor and the virgin skin being shaved caused the bumps.
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The deed is complete...I am officially sly!
You look great, Mauricio. Congrats and welcome to the Sly side!
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Mauricio, it looks great! O0 8)
Ming, I hope you're not craving attention ???
I'm not sure, but you might want to reconsider dropping trou in this PC (politically correct) day and age :o
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well done!
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Looks great, best of luck with the new look.
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Congrats man! Really looks good on you.
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Mauricio, you definitely rock the sly look. Welcome to the sly world.
!B@ !B@
Enjoy the freedom bro. It only gets better.
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Yes, a very good looking sly dome O0!
And congrats, your wife likes it.
Enjoy the new You.
J
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Well Mauricio you fought the battle and victory is yours. Also you have an ally in your wife. Life is good!
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Excellent Mauricio, you look like a natural. I bet you feel a whole lot better too.
You made the right decision in ditching the hair hat, and you'll feel much more comfortable about it as time goes on.
Take it slow and give your scalp time to adjust to having a blade passed over it.
We're here for any questions or help you may need.
Keep it smooth now! O0
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Don;t have any regrets bro..the bald head looks great on you..once the tan kicks in it'll be even better!
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Enjoy the slick melon - - -It is great looking on you
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Hey man, you look like such a natural. Way to go, enjoy the new free you!!!
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Hey man,
First of all, congratulations on losing the piece. The sly noggin looks great on you.
As for "buyer's remorse", I think it's pretty common to have some moments of doubt the first time you shave your head. I know I had some. You get over it once you get used to the new look, though. Just takes a little while.
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I agree with the guys you look really handsome. Keep it you are a natural :)