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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: smoothpaul on May 08, 2008, 08:03:00 PM
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I won't say that I have the definitive opinion on the subject but I have been doing this for several years and tried several ways and I will tell you what I believe to be the top 3.
#3) Electric Razor. The electric razor (such as Norelco or Remington) works well if you shave every day. Don't miss a day or you will make your head raw trying to get your head smooth. The rotary design is a must. I don't recommend the electric razor if you want a really smooth finish (unless you have thin follicles or are mostly bald). The electric razor works well on trips or if you do not have a lot of time and you need a quick touch up. I recommend always keeping one handy - just in case. The downside is the cleanup, blade maintenance and keeping it charged.
#2) Straight Razor - Sink. The straight razor over the sink is the second best method of shaving your head. You definitely will look cool to your wife and kids standing there in your towel taking care of business. I find it a little more time consuming than method #1. I tend to be a little more perfectionistic and meticulous while looking in the mirror at the vanity. It's a great way to start out but once you get the hang of it I recommend method #1. The downside is getting the sink dirty. Your wife doesn't care for the little hairs everywhere.
#1) Straight Razor - Shower. Once you have passed the novice stage and you're shaving nearly every day, I highly recommend the shower shave. It uses a little more water perhaps because you stay in the shower a fraction longer but I find I get the closest shave in the shower and that the actual shave itself doesn't take as long. The steam seems to really help in softening the hair follicles. The downside is that it uses more water but you will not believe how much faster it is. Keep reading...
I shave my head with my eyes shut and here's how:
First I shave in the direction of the hair growth. Then I rinse, re-lather and then shave again against the grain. As I am shaving the second time, I am running my hand all over my head feeling for places that need another pass. Then I step out, dry off and use HEADBLADE's HEADLUBE glossy. That is the best stuff!!! Btw, I just have a regular mirror in the shower just for shaving my face which I wipe with a bar of soap to reduce fog.
I do have a favorite razor and that is the Schick Xtreme3. It seems to do the best job consistently and lasts longer. I have tried the Quattro and I just didn't like it as well. I have tried others but as with anything, find what works for you and stick with it.
If you get bumps, here are a few things you can try. #1, Shave before you shower. [You should be doing this anyway. Didn't your father teach you anything?] #2, Sterilize your blade in alcohol before you use it. [You can do this while you are putting on lather.] #3, Wrap a hot towel around your head before you apply lather. [There is a reason why the barbers used to do that.] #4) Use aftershave balm containing Alpha Hydrox. [Such as Black Opal.]
That's it. That's the secret to the smooth head that drives women crazy. Any questions?
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Thanks for the post SmoothPaul!
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Strait razor...OMG
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Strait razor...OMG
What else is there? Crooked razors?
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Shave before you shower? I've come to learn that it's best to clean your dome first before taking a razor across it. Right?
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Strait razor...OMG
What else is there? Crooked razors?
Funny.hahaha. Most people use a safety razor not a strait razor. I know, I know, your not most people.
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OH come on guys....you know what he is talking about.. He is using a non gay razor...lol
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A non gay razor...crack me up...what does that mean anyway...LMAO.
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I dunno...you were all talking about straight razors...lol..
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yea I disagree about shaving before a shower. No way. Its like cutting trees.
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I have tried it both ways. I find there is less traction (because of the oils) before shower but then again, I am shaving in the shower so I am getting a good rinse under the shower head. And I use hot, hot water. I have never had any problems with my face or scalp. And I buy my razors at heterosexual stores like Wal-mart as opposed to gay ones like Target. JK! 8)
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I have tried it both ways. I find there is less traction (because of the oils) before shower but then again, I am shaving in the shower so I am getting a good rinse under the shower head. And I use hot, hot water. I have never had any problems with my face or scalp. And I buy my razors at heterosexual stores like Wal-mart as opposed to gay ones like Target. JK! 8)
This thread goes from very serious to down right hysterical!!! LMAO
I shave before I shower (so I have hot water out of the sink for my head! lol)
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You know, I had to look up safety razor because I had no idea what you were talking about. I had confused the terminology. I used to short-hand it and say Bic but that isn't accurate either because I use Schick. But I have been mistakingly calling these razors straight razors and no one had corrected me until now. SO I looked up straight razor and I see why there is confusion. I don't know how I picked up that incorrect terminology but in the back of my mind I knew it. I suppose the general category of razor that I use could also be considered disposable razors. In any event, I appreciate the correction.
Strait razor...OMG
What else is there? Crooked razors?
Funny.hahaha. Most people use a safety razor not a strait razor. I know, I know, your not most people.
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Oh yeah and Bruce Willis Rocks the bald head!
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Oh yeah and Bruce Willis Rocks the bald head!
Bruce Willis ROCKED the bald head...the boy is full on pro-naturaul...
the dude does not shave slick these days..
shame it fit him so well...now he looks REAL old!
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Welcome, smoothpaul.
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thanks!
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Last time I saw him he looked alright but he is getting up there...
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Last time I saw him he looked alright but he is getting up there...
Yea...but 5 minutes work and he wouldn't look "alright"...
he'd look SLY!!!
(like he should! ;))
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right on brotha!
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You know, I had to look up safety razor because I had no idea what you were talking about. I had confused the terminology. I used to short-hand it and say Bic but that isn't accurate either because I use Schick. But I have been mistakingly calling these razors straight razors and no one had corrected me until now. SO I looked up straight razor and I see why there is confusion. I don't know how I picked up that incorrect terminology but in the back of my mind I knew it. I suppose the general category of razor that I use could also be considered disposable razors. In any event, I appreciate the correction.
Strait razor...OMG
What else is there? Crooked razors?
Funny.hahaha. Most people use a safety razor not a strait razor. I know, I know, your not most people.
I had a hunch it was something like that. Welcome to the group.
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I use the method as described where i shave first,then use the electric on my head.After that i use the Bic Sensor 3 in the shower with the same procedure shaving with the grain,then against and finally feeling for rough patches.
Works splendid!!!
I have been using Head Shed for an exfoliant and then after grooming my moustache with balm and such,i apply BaldGuyz moisture gel.It smells good and does the job.
I didn't care for the smell of the Head Gear lubricants. So until i find something else,i will stick with Baldguyz.
Thanks for the tips!!
Jim
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Oh yeah and Bruce Willis Rocks the bald head!
Bruce Willis ROCKED the bald head...the boy is full on pro-naturaul...
the dude does not shave slick these days..
shame it fit him so well...now he looks REAL old!
You have some 'splaining to do BA.
The dude's still scrapin' his head slick.
Bruce Willis at Special Screening of Leatherheads, April 03, 2008
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Bruce Willis and family, March 21, 2008
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Not bad I say!
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I think BA is confusin' Willis with Billy Zane.
BA's never quite forgiven Zane for throwing away his headblade.
Now that's what I call old. Even's getting an old man's gut. :*))
But you have to admit he's still keeping comapny w. some awesome dames.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.dailymail.co.uk%2Fi%2Fpix%2F2007%2F05_01%2FbillyzanePA1805_468x425.jpg&hash=787b148dc281d6bab3736cf00586b7012097c028)
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Bruce looks liller Sly, Billy Zane needs to go back to being sly.. Uggh
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Good post, until I saw the correction I was thinking.. "This guy shaves with his eyes closed with a straight razor!?!?!"
Anyway, I NEVER shave before a shower, it just pushed dirt and other stuff into your pours and the hair on your face never gets a soft enough IMO. I think the best recipe for razor burn is sink shaving before a shower.
I have found a clean head and face that has been softened up with hot water in the shower produces the best shave. Shaving in the shower keeps the razor clean and the skin hydrated, not to mention it is easier clean up.
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That's interesting.So I guess we should have a poll if people think a shave is better before or after a shower. Like I said, I copied my dad growing up and that is how he did it. He never had any problems and neither have I but like I also said, I prefer the shower shave. If you think about, guys do the equivalent of exfoliating everyday. No wonder we age more gracefully.
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Oh yeah and Bruce Willis Rocks the bald head!
Bruce Willis ROCKED the bald head...the boy is full on pro-naturaul...
the dude does not shave slick these days..
shame it fit him so well...now he looks REAL old!
You have some 'splaining to do BA.
The dude's still scrapin' his head slick.
Bruce Willis at Special Screening of Leatherheads, April 03, 2008
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.brucewillispl.com%2Fvisuals%2Falbums%2Fcandids_20080403%2Fnormal_03apr2008_003.jpg&hash=9a88f01be64e0699e05d684cded4cf501df8e977)
Bruce Willis and family, March 21, 2008
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.brucewillispl.com%2Fvisuals%2Falbums%2Fcandids_20080321%2Fnormal_21mar2008_007.jpg&hash=598d9bc6fdf8aeda68ca05c24d1bb9b19327c20e)
My friend...I get paid for my attention to detail....
from YOUR same "Leatherheads" screening.....
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi279.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fkk136%2Fbaldandre08%2Ffuzzybruce.jpg&hash=903ae3fc8329a85bb6722e79bd922b931ffd38c0)
BTW I can even see the side fringe on your picture of Bruce...but I knew I would have to show you, since you missed that...
look at Getty images ,,,the dude has not been shaved smooth for a LONG while now dudes!
It's all in the details gentlemen! ;)
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My friend...I get paid for my attention to detail....
from YOUR same "Leatherheads" screening.....
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi279.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fkk136%2Fbaldandre08%2Ffuzzybruce.jpg&hash=903ae3fc8329a85bb6722e79bd922b931ffd38c0)
BTW I can even see the side fringe on your picture of Bruce...but I knew I would have to show you, since you missed that...
look at Getty images ,,,the dude has not been shaved smooth for a LONG while now dudes!
It's all in the details gentlemen! ;)
You're right BA! O0
With that 'detail' showin' Willis looks OLD.
I'm heading to the shower and giving my noggin a thorough scraping before dinner. Don't want my wife to see a velcro head and have her lose her appetite.
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Glad to show ya BB..
and you know what...that is a GOOD picture of Bruce with the grey scruff....he looks REAL old and not very "sly" at all in a ton more pics..
Simply put, the "Cool" Bruce Willis is bowling ball smooth and a great pioneer of sly...he helped bald be very cool and very hip look...
what, is he trying to do that with outgrown fuzzy MPB?!?
NOT O0