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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: jusbnme on April 02, 2008, 01:58:58 PM
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I have to give it up to Timmayyy for pushing his routine with the clear aloe vera gel. I used this after my shave with the shave secret this morning and it really does make the dome feel good after the shave. It has a natural cooling effect on the dome that rocks. Plus I put mine in the fridge last night like Tim does and it helps add to the good feeling. The one I use is by Fruit of the Earth. It states that it is 100% aloe vera. But it does contain some additives so it's not exactly 100% pure. But what is now a days. You know? But if any of you are bored and feel like trying a different routine a while give it a shot. But make sure to use the clear "pure" kind of aloe vera. Really helps on irritations and especially any redness. Another thing the FotE is good for is blemishes. I put a little dab on a pimple I had the other night and it shrunk it right up. My routine this morning went, shower shave with Shave Secret, cold water rinse, ice cube, witch hazel, Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera Gel.
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Thats awesome Lance.....glad to know that someone else is enjoying the Aloe also. Now I dont feel like such the loner. LOL Another good thing about the aloe is the price. Inexpensive .....you get alot for the money...but the key thing too is dont use alot....it will make your head sticky feeling. Just imagine too ...this summer the nice cooling effect it will have on your noggin after a hard days work outside....OOOOHHHHHHHHH I cant wait...
Timmay
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Yeah, that's for sure about the sticky feeling. The other thing about not using a lot is it will cause flaking. It will seem like you aren't really doing anything but trust me all you need is about a dime size, if that, for your entire head. I've used it after I shaved under the neck this morning too and it worked wonders. I always get red and irritated around that area and the regular old aloe vera helped. Another good spot where I get some usual irritation, and I believe most others, is at the base of the back of the neck. The aloe vera helps with that too.
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I have been checking on line for a total genuine 100% aloe vera product. Of course you can order some online but their are a few health stores that carry it. I think Jason's brand is one and Aubrey Organics is another. But I'm cool with the kind I can get in a regular store. Yeah, it has some additives that are a little questionable but what the heck won't hurt you now a days. Right?
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Gotta agree that it is great, been using it ever since PBURKE brought it up some time ago ;D
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Yes I will have to give credit where credit is due. I dont know who first posted up about the aloe vera...but I guess I am the one who recently posted it up. I dont really want to take credit for something someone else has already tried. But I appreciate the jesture Lance. Glad it works for ya..
Timmayy!
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I've been using clear aloe vera after shaving also, and it's become my regular routine. Was alternating between moisturelle, aloe vera, and another (unnamed) product. The aloe really seemed to work best for me. I'm actually using CVS brand at this point, but it's worked great.
Andrew
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Gotta agree that it is great, been using it ever since PBURKE brought it up some time ago ;D
Oh yeah, my bad Paulie. I forgot you had brought this up a long while ago.
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did i bring it up first? your welcome guys >:D
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You can stop grinning from ear to ear now Paulie....lol
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Hey guys,
I've been rotating between using Banana Boat aloe (the green stuff) and HeadSlick, but do lean towards the aloe. My head doesn't feel nearly as greasy. I also use aloe on the spot's I've missed around my ears when touching up with a regular razor. It works great!
My routine has been shower shave, cold water rinse (freakin cold but it wakes you up), ClearHead and aloe.
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I use Jason aloe vera gel and like it a lot (avail. in health food stores. I use a small dab mixed with a bit of water ( and right after rinsing the head; so it's still damp) -- I'm told the gel works with the water to maximize the moisturizing effect .
Also ; Jason makes a product called WithchAloe which mixes witch hazle with the aloe vera . Great for Shaving !!
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Yes I will have to give credit where credit is due. I dont know who first posted up about the aloe vera...but I guess I am the one who recently posted it up. I dont really want to take credit for something someone else has already tried. But I appreciate the jesture Lance. Glad it works for ya..
Timmayy!
I still give all credit to you buddy...LOL O0
How dare PBURKE for stealing your spotlight...LOL :)
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i stole no ones spotlight bro. as long as you find something that helps you, i am happy and you can credit anyone you want. this post was not intended to be harsh or rude in anyway. i was smiling as i typed it >:D
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i stole no ones spotlight bro. as long as you find something that helps you, i am happy and you can credit anyone you want. this post was not intended to be harsh or rude in anyway. i was smiling as i typed it >:D
All in fun..... O0
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ALL IN FUN MY ASS! I WANT ALL THE CREDIT....PBURKE HAS ALL THE FRESH DAMN CRAWFISH AVAILABLE DOWN THERE..........LOL
Hey we are all brothers here right? So we all share...whats yours is mine and whats mine is mine...right? LOL
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I've started using Banana Boat Brand Aloe Vera After Sun Lotion as a post shave moisturizer (16 oz, $7.00 at Walgreens). It not oily, inexpensive, and feels pretty darn nice.
Yes, TIMMAY...you get credit for this find.
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Where are my royalities now?????
LOL
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Where are my royalities now?????
LOL
As soon as I get paid for using Banana Boat products, I'll give you a cut of my take! O0
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Nahh just buy me a beer when we meet up .....lol
Timmayy!
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ALL IN FUN MY ASS! I WANT ALL THE CREDIT....PBURKE HAS ALL THE FRESH DAMN CRAWFISH AVAILABLE DOWN THERE..........LOL
Hey we are all brothers here right? So we all share...whats yours is mine and whats mine is mine...right? LOL
fine dude. it was timmy's idea guys. btw, i can't eat crawfish. they make me sick. which sucks cause i love them.
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Jason makes a product called WithchAloe which mixes witch hazle with the aloe vera . Great for Shaving !!
I do have this product John and it is great! Very soothing
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When it comes to an Aloe product Bald Guyz Moisture gel is my favorite. It is mostly Aloe and water based with a few other things that help soothe. It doesnt leave me feeling sticky or oily. The bad thing is that Wal Greens is stocking it less and less.
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My wife bought me these 2 new Banana Boat products.
Banana Boat®Ultra Defense™ Sunblock Lotion SPF 80
Now that the sun rays are intensifying, my wife said I need to protect my prized dome and use a product with Aloe Vera and maximum UVB protection.
Banana Boat®Aloe After Sun Gel
After a day under the sun, this Aloe Vera gel cools and replenishes dry skin and also leaves a radiating shine to the dome.
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Just a little helpful tip that I just dicovered guys...keep all of your moisturizing stuff (aloe vera gel, headlube, BaldGuyz Moisture Gel, etc.) in the refrigerator and use it cold right after your shower/shave. The cold temp helps close your pores and really feels great. Just put the stuff on a top shelf somewhere out of the reach of the little ones.
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Thanks Fester...but my youngest is 7 and besides ...its pure aloe vera.....not gonna hurt them if they get into it..
Timmayy
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Thanks Fester...but my youngest is 7 and besides ...its pure aloe vera.....not gonna hurt them if they get into it..
Timmayy
Icebox...Hmmmmm.....
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Who said ICEBOX??? lol. If I said it....well I cant help it...I live in Amish Country where they still have iceboxes.....
Timmay!
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Who said ICEBOX??? lol. If I said it....well I cant help it...I live in Amish Country where they still have iceboxes.....
Timmay!
Dam. I'm showing my age...I mean refrigerator... :-[
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Guys,
Is the clear Aloe juice better than the gel? (about the sticky feeling)
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I like the Banana Boat green gel, personally. I only use it after getting a lot of sun, though.
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Guys,
Is the clear Aloe juice better than the gel? (about the sticky feeling)
I cant answer taht one for ya, I have never used aloe juice. I guess you are talking about having an aloe plant where you squeeze the leaf and get the juice. I have not ever thought about trying that. The sticky feeling you are experiencing with the gel, are you rubbing it all the way in? I know sometimes my hands feel sticky after I apply it...but I generally just wash my hands afterwards or just rub my hands together and it goes away.
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@Timmj
In the market, you can find 2 types of aloe vera.
. The juice (thick like water) in a bottle of 0,5kg or 1kg
. the gel (in the same size bottles)
The difference is that the gel contains parts of the leaf...
* Both are consume safe (as is or with orange/other juice)
I tried once an aftershave with aloe from Macrovita, that it sticks like hell (thats why im asking about the gel)
My wife bought to me an 99% aloe after shave gel from "lilly of the desert" that is cool...
Im interesting to use on my noggin "consume safe" gel, thats why Im asking :)
Thanks for your answer
Best regards
Dimitris.
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Just to update....I am still using the aloe vera gel. I have not used the Aloe Juice yet. Has anyone tried it?
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I prefer a brand called Ocean Potion. It's a blua gell that contains Aloe Vera, Lidocaine, and Tea Tree Extract. It goes on clean and doesn't feel greasy or sticky.
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I use Fruit of the Earth Aloe Gel. I use a spot of it smaller than a dime, rub it in well on my head, nape, and face. I find that the tackiness soon goes away and it leave a nice gloss finish on my head.