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New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: Dark on December 08, 2011, 03:28:14 AM

Title: Introduction and Thank Yous
Post by: Dark on December 08, 2011, 03:28:14 AM
Hey all,

Been sly for exactly 1 month now and figured it was about time to register and make a post. If for no other reason then to give a generic thanks to all the slys that have made posts I've read. Specifically all the posts about shave routines and moisturizers and exfoliators and etc. etc. I'm still working on my routine, but all the advice here has helped tremendously. Not only is my head cleaner, but I'm using the routine for my face as well which I would have never taken the time to do otherwise. I think the astringent I'm using is actually causing me to break out more though. Go figure.

I've also spent a small fortune on a slew of new products to try as well as a fancy wet/dry electric which I now love (Although, I'm not convinced the 4 blades is really helping much). I get as close a shave ATG with the electric as I do going WTG with the Gillette with MUCH less irritation. I'm still fighting major razor burn on the back of my neck from my first shave with a blade.

I also have no idea what skin type of I have and what to do with it. I do know I get small non-painful acne and my parents have large pores on their cheeks. Still lots to learn.

My quick story of why sly: I'm 24. I've been going bald for a few years now and finally decided enough was enough. I knew a rug was not for me and I knew I would do it as the weather starts getting cold because I like to wear beanies and hate dealing with the hat hair. 2 things I didn't think about though was: 1) a slight amount of stubble makes the beanie feel like velcro when you pull it off. Not a bad feeling, just...strange. 2) Since my dome is always inside a beanie when I'm out in the sun, it's not getting color as fast as I'd like. Oh well.

I've had mostly compliments on the new look including "You look like Morpheus" when I walked in the room for the first time wearing a leather jacket, glasses, and bluetooth. Definitely have more confidence with my new sly look (despite all the moles, strange birthmarks, and bumps) then the monkey butt balding look I had before.

Probably a bit long of an introduction so I'll go ahead and end with what you all probably want to see; A Before and After.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F10390835%2FBeforeandAfter.jpg&hash=4c39c55490bba50ed560ab298afe907af5a34814)
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Post by: Sir Harry on December 08, 2011, 03:51:12 AM
Welcome aboard!!!! Looking at your pictures, who says that going sly can't take years off of your appearance? Glad that you made the move!
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Post by: Paul the Headblader on December 08, 2011, 04:16:38 AM
hey and welcome.
boy, you rock the look.
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Post by: mrzed on December 08, 2011, 04:18:05 AM
The after shot is especially nice.  Looks good on you!
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Post by: outsider82 on December 08, 2011, 04:44:23 AM
Welcome mate, as others have said, judging from the pics it's certainly an improvement. Really suits you.

Enjoy the new look mate and keep on smiling :)

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Post by: kalbo on December 08, 2011, 05:00:27 AM
Wow, glad you decided to go smooth. Happy "monthsary" and welcome to the brotherhood.
The after picture is really great, it's a keeper.
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Post by: DanvMan on December 08, 2011, 05:45:23 AM
welcome matey! looking good btw!

i know how you feel loosing hair at your age, im 25 and in the same boat, shaved my 8 days ago, best decision ive ever made!

really suits you though!
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Post by: Slynito on December 08, 2011, 05:50:48 AM
Welcome, Dark...shaving sure made a big difference for the good.   O0
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Post by: Ravenangel on December 08, 2011, 06:52:41 AM
Hello there :}
No wonder that you feel so fine... you seem to have a very good sense of style for wearing your bald head :}
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Post by: schro on December 08, 2011, 07:03:35 AM
Nice transformation!
Welcome aboard. Cruise around the website, lots of tips on maintaining the new look to perfection.
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Post by: TheSlyBear on December 08, 2011, 09:05:38 AM
Welcome -- what an improvement.
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Post by: Mikekoz13 on December 08, 2011, 09:58:13 AM
Welcome!!!
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Post by: baldjoeg on December 08, 2011, 11:26:42 AM
Dark, welcome to SBG.

You look great sly. Congradulations on making the 30 day mark. Enjoy the new look.
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Post by: DCdome on December 08, 2011, 11:39:56 AM
Hey Dark!

Man, you are lookin great.  That bald dome and trimmed beard is a great combo for you.
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Post by: mangosink12572 on December 08, 2011, 11:43:35 AM
The "after photo" is greaT  - Keep it

and  Welcome to SBG
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Post by: Harleyman on December 08, 2011, 01:51:07 PM
Welcome aboard.
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Post by: warhawk on December 08, 2011, 02:25:54 PM
welcome 2 the sly fraternity.  U look like a natural.  welcome 2 the club.  the sly life gets better each and every day.

WARHAWK O0
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Post by: Arnie on December 08, 2011, 03:05:25 PM
Welcome to SBGs!!! 8)
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Post by: Papa Don on December 08, 2011, 04:17:55 PM
Look'n good there!!!!
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Post by: ElecEngineer on December 08, 2011, 04:21:48 PM
Welcome to the club
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Post by: Acme on December 08, 2011, 08:16:17 PM
Yup.  After definitely looks  O:O .  Before, not so  O:O

Welcome
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Post by: Tyler on December 09, 2011, 03:14:10 AM
Welcome to SBG!!!
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Post by: marshd1000 on December 09, 2011, 02:17:18 PM
You look more dynamic in your after pic!  Great improvement!  Welcome!
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Post by: Slyfive on December 09, 2011, 02:37:50 PM
awesome beard/bald combo
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Post by: Dark on December 10, 2011, 02:23:59 AM
Thanks for all the compliments guys! Now to get the same compliments from the ladies.  ;)

See you guys around the forums!
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Post by: devonlad on December 10, 2011, 02:53:12 PM
Welcome mate looking good
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Post by: aaronduke on December 12, 2011, 07:12:09 PM
Welcome to the bald brotherhood.  You look great!
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Post by: xnewyawka on December 14, 2011, 05:00:31 PM
Welcome Dark, great choice and what a difference! O0
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on December 15, 2011, 09:16:49 AM
Welcome aboard and enjoy.  8)
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Post by: wpruitt on December 20, 2011, 12:02:13 PM
Welcome