Sly Bald Guys Forum
Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Miscellaneous => Topic started by: Hawk on January 03, 2007, 10:49:24 AM
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Hey Everyone! Just wanted to say "hi". I've been loosing my hair since I turned 30 (I'm 35 now) and trimmed it as close as possible with a trimmer this morning (see picture below) and I think I am going to take the plunge and shave it tonight. My wife has been after me for a while to do it so what the heck right?!?!?!?
Me this morning:
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Me and the wife a few months ago at a party (as you can see it was patchy at best)
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welcome chickenhawk. if your wife is for it then you have less problems than some of us. enjoy the forum. ask questions if you have them. everyone is glad to help. Paul
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Hi and welcome Chicken Hawk! Should you decide to "go all the way", it will be a truly great change! Lots of great tips and tricks on these boards, as well as various products to use before, during, and after shaving, so surf around and check them out!
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Thanks guys! I'm looking through the various threads as we speak, but one quick question I have is if there is a product (like nair) that you can apply to your head without actually shaving it. I know NAIR is a NO NO because of the chemicals, but I've heard there are other items out there, but can't seem to find anything. Thanks in advance.
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Thanks guys! I'm looking through the various threads as we speak, but one quick question I have is if there is a product (like nair) that you can apply to your head without actually shaving it. I know NAIR is a NO NO because of the chemicals, but I've heard there are other items out there, but can't seem to find anything. Thanks in advance.
Here are a couple of posts that talk about it:
http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=550.0 (http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=550.0)
http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=487.0 (http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=487.0)
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Welcome to Sly Bald Guys Chicken Hawk!! If your wife is for it, then you should do it man.
As for Nair like products, there isn't any that I know of that are safe for the noggin. There is a chemical shave called Magic Shave, but in all honesty, it's really designed for black men and can cause severe burns on lighter skinned men, even when used as directed.
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Your wife is a smart woman! She knows your gonna look sly and let us know how it comes out!
Welcome
Noner
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Your wife is a smart woman! She knows your gonna look sly and let us know how it comes out!
Welcome
Noner
If there's one thing Noner knows, besides being bald and funny, it's the lay-days.
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I just sent an email to Nair asking if they are developing or planning to develop a scalp-safe hair removal product. If I get a response, I'll post it up.
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Your wife is a smart woman! She knows your gonna look sly and let us know how it comes out!
Welcome
Noner
If there's one thing Noner knows, besides being bald and funny, it's the lay-days.
LOL! Note to self...."Noner is the one to talk to about lady questions".
I guess i will just do it the old fashion way and just shave it. I sure like what I have read about the headblade. I shave with a Mach 3 now so I guess I will shave my noggin and if I like it just order the HeadBlade shaver.
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Your wife is a smart woman! She knows your gonna look sly and let us know how it comes out!
Welcome
Noner
If there's one thing Noner knows, besides being bald and funny, it's the lay-days.
LOL! Note to self...."Noner is the one to talk to about lady questions".
I guess i will just do it the old fashion way and just shave it. I sure like what I have read about the headblade. I shave with a Mach 3 now so I guess I will shave my noggin and if I like it just order the HeadBlade shaver.
Welcome to the world of Sly Chicken Hawk!
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Welcome Chicken Hawk. I was in your shoes, looking over past photos and thinking, "I'm not foolin' anybody." It's good your wife is supportive. She won't be able to keep her hands off the smooooooth noggin'. ;D
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Thanks guys! I will do my best to be a good "SLY GUY". 8)
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Thanks guys! I will do my best to be a good "SLY GUY". 8)
Yeah, if you don't we'll be forced to send the Yeti! Just kidding! The Yeti is a friendly animal, well unless you make him mad. :o ;D :-\ 8)
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Hi there from the UK ChickenHawk, I think we have all been there, and although not very happy with the hair situation i much prefer a total clean shave than faffing around with the bits that are left.
As your partner doesnt mind either then all is good,
PS have you ever noticed that bald guys are rarely with unattractive girls - this crossed my mind when in the supermarket this week - take a look when you are out.
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Hi and a big welcome to the group, Chicken Hawk! Shave it w/ the lovely wife behind the decision there is no way it could go wrong. If you run it to problems down the road, we are just a post away.
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PS have you ever noticed that bald guys are rarely with unattractive girls - this crossed my mind when in the supermarket this week - take a look when you are out.
that is unless you go out with bald rob. glad the wife is behind your decision. i only have one question.
What are you waiting for? haha keep us posted.
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HAHAHAHA...yeah we always hear about how good looking these women are from Rob but we have yet to see any proof. What's up with that Rob?
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HAHAHAHA...yeah we always hear about how good looking these women are from Rob but we have yet to see any proof. What's up with that Rob?
I'm trying not to make you guys feel like you are lesser men! ;D
If you'd really like, I'll start a "Rob's Gallery Of Girls" down in the Non-Bald Related Discussions and post some pics up...
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HAHAHAHA...yeah we always hear about how good looking these women are from Rob but we have yet to see any proof. What's up with that Rob?
I'm trying not to make you guys feel like you are lesser men! ;D
Please tell me this is not what you constitute as a HOT CHIC Rob?!?!?!?! LOL!!!
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Dang... you found PigPen's sister!!! ;D
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Dang... you found PigPen's sister!!! ;D
winner.
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Dang... you found PigPen's sister!!! ;D
Oh Damn!!!!!
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Don't laugh, but here is a chic I dated before I met my wife. The good news was she didn't eat much so she was a cheap date!!!! LOL!!!!! ;D
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Disclosure: I am kidding.......I never dated this SKANK! LOL!
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Disclosure: I am kidding.......I never dated this SKANK!
Rob, he just called your mom a skank!
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Disclosure: I am kidding.......I never dated this SKANK!
Rob, he just called your mom a skank!
Robmeister... you gonna let Tyler get away with that???
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Let the games begin.
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Welcome Chickenhawk. ;D
I dont know what youre waiting for. Once you shave it smooth, you'll understand. Oh...and if you cut yourself, dont worry, after a few times you should be pretty rarely doing that again.
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Welcome Chickenhawk. ;D
I dont know what youre waiting for. Once you shave it smooth, you'll understand. Oh...and if you cut yourself, dont worry, after a few times you should be pretty rarely doing that again.
Thanks! To be honest that is what I am worried the most about (cutting myself), but I'm prolly gonna take the plunge tonight in the shower. Maybe the wife will join me?!?!?!
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Maybe the wife will join me?!?!?!
That's some good thinking!
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I shaved my dome for the 2nd time today with the HeadBlade. Both times I did not have a nick on the head or neck. However, I did nick the top of the opposite ear. The 2nd time, I tried shaving the entire dome using one hand. Not a good move for a rookie. HeadBlade's website recommends switching hands for each side of the nugget. I think that's a good idea. Personal trial & error will tell.
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Maybe the wife will join me?!?!?!
That's some good thinking!
Tyler - You getting some ideas for your next shave?
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Tyler - You getting some ideas for your next shave?
Ha! I think I would be afraid to let my wife shave my head. Because of her Filipina heritage, she doesn't have to shave her legs much, so I'm thinking she doesn't have much experience with a razor. Though, she can get in the shower and help... :o
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I shaved my dome for the 2nd time today with the HeadBlade. Both times I did not have a nick on the head or neck. However, I did nick the top of the opposite ear. The 2nd time, I tried shaving the entire dome using one hand. Not a good move for a rookie. HeadBlade's website recommends switching hands for each side of the nugget. I think that's a good idea. Personal trial & error will tell.
Which HeadBlade did you end up getting? I'm thinking of getting the one with the wheels on it.
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I use the sport (the one with wheels) and love it! Though, I never did try the classic.
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Dang... you found PigPen's sister!!! ;D
Hell Rob, that's what she looked like after your first date. Scared the hell out of her when ya pulled your britches off.
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Dang... you found PigPen's sister!!! ;D
Hell Rob, that's what she looked like after your first date. Scared the hell out of her when ya pulled your britches off.
LOL - you saying that Rob scares women that bad
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yup
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I use the sport (the one with wheels) and love it! Though, I never did try the classic.
Classic has worked fine for me. I'm not sure how much benefit I'd get from the wheels. Just shaved after my run this afternoon and no nicks whatsoever. SLY is here to stay!
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jan 22 is my one year anniv. had the classic anout a week after that. just got the sport for christmas. having trouble getting used to it. but i do love the headblade. hell, my buddy says i am addicted to being bald. maybe he is right. ;D
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I think the Sport glides easier with the wheels
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Dang... you found PigPen's sister!!! ;D
Hell Rob, that's what she looked like after your first date. Scared the hell out of her when ya pulled your britches off.
Heh... not even going to comment on that! But I'd rather scare them then have them laugh... you know that feeling don't you PigPen? ;D
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They may laugh at my looks, but passout when I pull my drawers down. hehehehe
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They may laugh at my looks, but passout when I pull my drawers down. hehehehe
Passout from lack of oxygen from laughing too hard?? ;D
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Maybe....... ::)
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I know when I was in limbo with the decision and when to do it, that the forum here gave a lot of good encouragement. One thing that stuck out big time for me was that if I don't like the shaved look, the hair will grow back, rest assured that will be the case. I'm new to this too, only a few days, but it does really have it's rewards and well worth the jump to a polished dome. Do it and don't look back, it is your choice in the world how you feel about yourself. Being bald can be a positive thing in your life. You have the choice. Do what you feel is right.
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I know when I was in limbo with the decision and when to do it, that the forum here gave a lot of good encouragement. One thing that stuck out big time for me was that if I don't like the shaved look, the hair will grow back, rest assured that will be the case. I'm new to this too, only a few days, but it does really have it's rewards and well worth the jump to a polished dome. Do it and don't look back, it is your choice in the world how you feel about yourself. Being bald can be a positive thing in your life. You have the choice. Do what you feel is right.
Right on!
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Welcome to Sly Bald Guys Chicken Hawk!! If your wife is for it, then you should do it man.
As for Nair like products, there isn't any that I know of that are safe for the noggin. There is a chemical shave called Magic Shave, but in all honesty, it's really designed for black men and can cause severe burns on lighter skinned men, even when used as directed.
I used to work in a retail store in a predominantly black nieghborhood. Magic shave flew off the shelf every week. we couldn't keep it in stock. I was stocking the shelves and read one of the cans and decided to buy one. waiting at the register I had three black guys tell me it wasn't designed for whiteys and that it would screw my ass up if I used it. so I put it back......They should put a warning on the label "not intended for caucasians", lol