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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: darkknight1 on June 06, 2008, 11:27:34 PM

Title: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: darkknight1 on June 06, 2008, 11:27:34 PM
I am curious about purchasing Headlube.  I have yet to locate it locally so I am considering ordering from Headblade.com directly.  But I am torn between Glossy or Matte...I do enjoy that fresh smooth shined up look at times, but is glossy really going to make the dome shine or is matte the way to go?  Does it really matter.  I am slowly turning into a full on headblader for all products.......anyone out there use either or both?  What's your take?
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: warhawk on June 06, 2008, 11:37:35 PM
i don't use either because my dome is naturally shiny.  O:O O0

WARHAWK O0
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: GASlick on June 07, 2008, 12:59:03 AM
Mine is naturally shiny too.  Lucky me!  One less thing to buy.
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Nick912 on June 07, 2008, 01:09:23 AM
headlube is greeezy bro! Bald guyz gel is where its at, or just plain aloe
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Paul on June 07, 2008, 05:38:16 AM
Love that shine too darkknight and have it naturally but like Nick said the Aloe Vera gel will give a great shine with no greasiness
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: schro on June 07, 2008, 08:29:29 AM
headlube is greeezy bro! Bald guyz gel is where its at, or just plain aloe

Gotta agree with Nick. When I first started shaving my dome, I was purely a Headblade guy (Headblade Classic Razor, Headslick Shave Cream, and HeadLube Matte). Love the Classic (even though I also have a Sport Model), Headslick is great, but I do not like the Headlube. I usually use L'Oreal SPF 15 Comfort Max Balm if I'm going to be in the sun (still put sunscreen on later). I've also taken to using Walgreens house brand Aloe Vera After Sun Body Lotion as a moisturizer. It's awesome!!!!! Not greasy at all, goes on smooth, and very reasonably priced.
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Nick912 on June 07, 2008, 11:10:20 AM
Also darknight, you will be amazed how the cold water rinse will bring out the shine too!
If there is one thing I have learned to hate is a greasy, oily, wet looking head. Thats why I always carry wipes on me. Usually Bald Guyz wipes or regular Anti-bacterial Wet Ones.
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: SLYinKC on June 07, 2008, 03:36:06 PM
I agree with all the others.  I've never had to purchase anything to get a 'shine'.  The aloe vera and bald guyz moisture gel will both add shine; as well as the cold water rinse.  But if you  really want to try out the Headlube, most Walgreens carry it.
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Sgt. Pate on June 07, 2008, 03:49:52 PM
Yup... I love the shine but HeadLube is greasy like Nick912 said... Bald Guyz Gel is way better!  O0
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Nick912 on June 07, 2008, 10:03:47 PM
Yup... I love the shine but HeadLube is greasy like Nick912 said... Bald Guyz Gel is way better!  O0

Nice new Avatar Sgt! Do you still wear your dog tags?
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Sgt. Pate on June 09, 2008, 11:33:19 AM
DUHHH!  How else can a Marine remember how to spell his name?   :*))
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: xnewyawka on June 10, 2008, 10:33:12 AM
Not really, it's just a matter of what you prefer. Some guys like all shine all the time, and some go for the more toned down matte look.
I usually will go for how I feel on a particular day, and often alternate with both the Headlubes and Bald Guyz Moisture gel.

Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: J.J. on October 07, 2008, 02:46:49 PM
Never used anything to shine my dome because I've got the naturally oily thang, but I received a free sample of Headlube last week, so I tried it.  I actually like the glossy. 
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: SlyBaldDude on October 07, 2008, 04:04:21 PM
Well now,  I have to disagree!  I use Headblade Matt and Glossy.  I love it!  I think it makes the shave last longer.  I sware when I put a dab of headblade on my hair grows slower!
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Mikekoz13 on October 07, 2008, 05:14:00 PM
I'm with SCHRO on this one. Love the HeadBlade and HeadSlick but I do not like the HeadLube. Seems greasy to me.

I have a nearly full jar of the matte that I will send free of charge to the first guy that PMs me their mailing address. I only used it a couple of times so it's about full.
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Post by: Brkeatr on October 07, 2008, 05:20:14 PM
Yeah, I agree.....I don't like the lube either and have a full bottle sitting on the shelf....my head is naturally oily anyway and my Nivea after shave balm is more than enough for a shine.
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: Tor on October 08, 2008, 08:32:52 AM
Don't use the Headlube either. I got not 1 , but 2 bottles sitting on the shelf. Matte and gloss. I currenlty use aloe and works fine, but it gives a somewhat sticky feeling. I might be using the wrong kind of aloe. Any suggestions for a different kind?
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Post by: skiking on October 08, 2008, 10:52:17 AM
I use glossy for the type of shine that can blind airline pilots
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Post by: captain blackleg on October 08, 2008, 08:46:27 PM
I guess I'll have to disagree with the majority here, I don't find it very greasy at all, especially compared to 95% of all other lotions out there. The tiny bit of greasiness I experience is gone before I leave the house. I also use the glossy HeadLube on my blackleg and right after putting it on, I can see the reflection of my hand on my tattoo work, which is pretty gnarly.
Title: Re: Headlube glossy or matte? Does it really matter?
Post by: IRONHORSE on October 08, 2008, 11:31:46 PM
I like the glossy, as well... I like the lil bit of extra shine it gives me, and I don't find it all that greasy, either. But then, I haven't tried a lot of products, so don't have a lot to compare it to.