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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: Paul the Headblader on August 14, 2012, 09:59:02 PM
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Hey.
I was watching youtube videos about headshaving ( bored to death ). I've seen that most guys shave it against the grain, so I was like " mkay, 11 months of shaving my head, I've got to have the skills to try it" ( as far, I was shaving against the grain the top of my head only, the back always went with the grain ). Tried it this morning, and I could do it without nicking myself. I do not feel any irritation or so, so it went well. It took me like 5 minutes extra from the shaving time, no problem, within two weeks it will cut down to one minute, practice makes it perfect.
About the feeling ..... auch! best of my bald life! can't stop touching my head! all of it! Not to mention when it was wet!
If you do have some shaving experience, I do recommend you try shaving it against the grain.
Thanks for reading
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Hi Paul: All this time U have been with SBGs and I already thought you shaved ATG. I always go against the grain to achieve that BBS shave on dome and face. O0
WARHAWK O0
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That's cool Paul!
Any shadow left or is it less visible now?
I'm still shaving WTG... maybe I should go ATG too
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That's cool Paul!
Any shadow left or is it less visible now?
I'm still shaving WTG... maybe I should go ATG too
i never cared about the shadow effect. let it be, bald is awesomw anyways. and yes, i'd suggest you to try atg, it sincerely rocks.
and, warhawk, i was kind of afraid, or maybe too lazy to try something new....glad i did it now. gonna do it daily, till i fully get the hang of it.
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ATG is so much better! Love it
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Can't wait to get more experienced in shaving head so I could do ATG too. Maybe you can show us pictures before and after? or it isn't visible like that? :)
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Can't wait to get more experienced in shaving head so I could do ATG too. Maybe you can show us pictures before and after? or it isn't visible like that? :)
it is indeed diffrent, i can fell it by touch. dunno if it looks diffrent, though. must be the same... looking forward for the headblade to arrive, though.
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That's cool Paul!
Any shadow left or is it less visible now?
I'm still shaving WTG... maybe I should go ATG too
I've done both wtg and atg from day 1. Atg is necessary for a really smooth dome. Just feels too gritty or sandpapery if I don't.
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If you read the Headblade instructions on the website, they tell you that before using the HB you must first decide if you want to be a WTG shaver or an ATG shaver. Right up front I decided to be a ATG shaver, and I am happy as this gives me the best shave with little or no irritation, every time.
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:Shaving against grain is best - for feeling & looks- to finish with a cold shower and you feel "regenerated" - baldy biker
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I have been ATG from the get go, I can't stand not being completely slick after a shave!
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ATG is the only way to satisfy my need for a slick dome.
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ATG is much more efficient for me especially since I have started shaving every day.
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ATG is the only way to fly!
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ATG FTW IMO.
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ATG really makes a big difference...I remember the first time I used a Fusion ATG, I just couldn't believe it...slicker than a pigs snout.
O0
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I have been ATG from the get go, I can't stand not being completely slick after a shave!
Same for me. ATG all the way! WTG just ends up feeling like a half-ass shave to me. ;)
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I agree with those that say that ATG is better. It's been 24 hours since I've shaved it, and the back of my head is still smooth:D
EDIT: just shaved and it kind of ...burns :D...seems like I still need to get the hang of it. rinsed with ice cold water, and used a revitalising aftershave..... I guess I will first shave it WTG, then ATG, till my scalp gets used to it
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You don't feel bald until you have tried shaving against the grain Paul. Don't worry, your scalp will toughen up in due time.
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You don't feel bald until you have tried shaving against the grain Paul. Don't worry, your scalp will toughen up in due time.
i know how it works, lol :d
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Paul, if you have relatively thick, course hair, go WTG first and then ATG. If you hair is on the thinner side (like mine) go ATG straight.
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WTG vs ATG is no game at all
I have shaved ATG from almost day one and never ever shaved WTG again. The difference is huuuuge
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ATG is the ONLY way to get the best shave! WTG and then ATG for me every time!
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ATG for me. Also helps if you pull/stretch the skin as you go along, not the easiest thing to do.
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Yes...I agree, ATG is the only way to go and I, like many, did not start out doing it but after only a few weeks I discovered it did not irritate me and the smooth feeling was so satisfying, No one has mentioned the distinct difference of the SOUNDS that resonate through the "Head Bones" when one WTG vs ATG. I experience different levels from lower to higher...how about you Sly Guys?
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I go against the grain and then finish off by going diagonally across the grain (for example: right front to left rear on the top of my head). It's unorthodox, but it assures virtually no missed spots and a very smooth dome.
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I go against the grain and then finish off by going diagonally across the grain (for example: right front to left rear on the top of my head). It's unorthodox, but it assures virtually no missed spots and a very smooth dome.
I do something very similar to that myself.
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ATG since day one here also. Being BBC I would have tons of stubble left if I went with the grain. ATG really gives me the smooth finish I want. Keep it up and good luck.
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ATG from the start also.
I every time I step into the shower after a shave, I find myself mentally singing,
"They call him Flipper, Flipper faster than lightning"
Only way to go for that Flipper-head!!
Hmmm.....can I change my forum nic to that!?!?
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Guess I have too much hair. I find it uncomfortable to shave ATG FIRST. I always go over my head WITH the grain first. But then always go over again AGAINST the grain.
There's LOTS of hair shavings in the sink each morning after the FIRST pass. Second pass, not so much. But ATG FIRST is really uncomfortable unless the blades are SUPER sharp.
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Guess I have too much hair. I find it uncomfortable to shave ATG FIRST. I always go over my head WITH the grain first. But then always go over again AGAINST the grain.
There's LOTS of hair shavings in the sink each morning after the FIRST pass. Second pass, not so much. But ATG FIRST is really uncomfortable unless the blades are SUPER sharp.
I also have trouble atg, even with a new blade. nicked the hell out of my head on wednesday...guess I'm just gonna skip that part, I'm happy with wtg..
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In another forum post someone suggested going WTG, then exfoliating with St. Ives and then going ATG.
I have been doing it for a few weeks now and really like it.
Less nicks, and super smooth scalp.
Worth the extra minute of two, I think.
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Have been shaving my head daily for 2 months. Went WTG until about a week ago.
Have never nicked or cut myself but when going ATG, I continue to get ingrown hairs (red bumps) but only on back of head and hair line on back of neck.
Using a Mach3, My usual shave routine is: Stand with head under hot water for a minute or so (focusing mainly on back of head where I know I get ingrown hairs), use shaving cream, go WTG first pass, then ATG. Stand iwth head under cold water for abouta minute, use Dickensons witch hazel or if I'm out rubbing alcohol, then finish it off with Nivea Shave Balm.
I have just recently purchased Shave Secret in hopes this will help with the ingrown hairs/red bumps.
Any advice you guys could give me to help reduce the ingrown hairs? I have had a problem with them for awhile now (especially when going ATG)
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Welcome bigdawg ... can't help you with the bumps, but I know other guys will respond. Also, take a look at the topics which have 'bumps' in their titles because this issue comes up regularly.
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HeadBlade, HeadShed, HeadSlick, ClearHead cleared up my problems on the back of my head, can shave ATG all over now. I'm sure its down to the HeadBlade mainly, the way it cuts the hair etc
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Bump patrol is very good also.
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Bump patrol is very good also.
thanks
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Always ATG!
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I've never had issues with ingrown hairs on my head.
But I'm going to try the with the grain in the shower, exfoliate scrub, then against the grain at the sink. See if that makes a difference. Always new ideas to try.
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Totally ATG here too since day one. I find it is the closest shave with HB. Being BBC I need to be sure I reduce the shadow as much as I can. Love ATG.
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English is not my first language, what does against the grain mean? and with the grain, I tried google to no help.
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English is not my first language, what does against the grain mean? and with the grain, I tried google to no help.
it means going against the way that hair grows.