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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: IRONHORSE on October 02, 2008, 12:05:26 PM
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Being a typical dude, and an Ogre, I must admit that when I first read about exfoliating here on the SBG site, my initial reaction was "What kinda sissy crap is this?! Chicks Exfoliate!!" But, I took the chance, and followed what seems to be the SBG credo in any situation "Try it for 30 days, and if you don't like it, stop."
I'm about 3 weeks in now, and I see some pretty significant changes. The change I appreciate most is that there is far less gunk in my razor when I shave. The change wasn't immediate, it took a little over a week for me, but it's gotten to the point where when I shave, there's just hair and shaving oil in the razor. I haven't had to use the extra toothbrush I kept for cleaning the gunk out of the razor in a few shaves, now. My face and head are softer, and I swear I'm getting a closer, cleaner shave.
So - I'm hooked. And if your attitude was anything like mine was - Try it for 30 days like I did, and I bet you'll be hooked, too! O0
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REAL MEN EXFOLIATE DAMNIT!!!
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Yes, I do....every couple of days.... O0
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I've been using HeadShed for a couple weeks now, its made a big difference. As always, if it works on my head I'll use it on my face, and sure enough its helped on my face as well.
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I've been using HeadShed for a couple weeks now, its made a big difference. As always, if it works on my head I'll use it on my face, and sure enough its helped on my face as well.
Glad to know that works for you. I am very close to placing my first order with the HB company for a few of their shaving lotions and such. Very excited to be trying new things O0
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Can someone,please,explain what "exfoliate" means?
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Can someone,please,explain what "exfoliate" means?
Sure, bud. There are many exfoliating products available, and you should be able to easily find it in your local grocery/drug store. What it is - is basically liquid soap of some sort mixed with a mild abrasive (usually ground up walnut shells) that gently removes dead skin cells and such from your body (or in this case, your face and noggin.)
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I still say grab the orbital sander and your problems will be solved..........
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Can someone,please,explain what "exfoliate" means?
Here you go - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exfoliant
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I seem to use my exfoliant once every week or even two weeks but that seems to be enough and really helps some in keeping really really smooth to the touch. Face and dome same product for nearly five years. ;)
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I still say grab the orbital sander and your problems will be solved..........
Dude you have spent entirely tooooooooomuch time at your local
home improvement store :*))
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I exfoliate every morning because it feels so good :D :D
I see that most of the guys do it every other day, or once a week. Is it bad for the skin to do it daily?
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Time, that all depends on your skin. A lot of females exfoliate their face twice a day. It is actually good for the skin. If you have been using it everyday and your scalp has had no irritation or any type of negative reaction, then you have nothing to worry about....it's not going to harm you.
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No need to buy expensive x-foliaters (headblade, etc...). Try "Every Man Jack" face scrub from Target....
If you cant trust a cop....who can u trust?
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No need to buy expensive x-foliaters (headblade, etc...). Try "Every Man Jack" face scrub from Target....
If you cant trust a cop....who can u trust?
Grrr...no Targets here. I did just ask my local Walgreens to order some Head Shed, though. I picked up a couple of other Headblade shaving/moisturizing products while I was there...reviews forthcoming.
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I still say grab the orbital sander and your problems will be solved..........
Timmay, you sissy!! Real men use belt sanders! :*))
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I have to agree and say exfoliating is a VERY good thing to do when your a headshaver. Obviously it helps to remove the dead skin, which helps increase a more natural shine, instead of the lubes, and also it helps to decrease the look of the shadow on your head, from my experience atleast. Also as some of the other headshavers say, that it helps to get a closer shave too and keeps the gunk from building up in your razor. You just want to use a firm but gentle touch while doing it, and not go totally overboard, that can leave your skin feeling raw and appear red afterwards, nothing like having your head look like you have sunburn in the middle of winter. :o
I personally haven't used any of the exfoliaters you guys have mentioned although I'm quite tempted, and am considering trying it sometime. I normally just use a good fortifying shampoo and let it sit for a few minutes, but I definetely give the noggin a good scrubbin O0
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Thank you Ironhorse and Tyler,well if you guys say it's good,I guess I'll try it monday,I'll tell you results.
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It all depends on the type of sandpaper you use Ironhorse....
I use a silicon carbide 30 grit attached to a vulcanized fiber backing, best used at high speeds. now that emory cloth stuff you are using on that belt sander...all that is going to do is put a nice shine on your noggin.
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Bought today new Fusion, 2 tubes of exfoliation scrub and 3 tubes of Fusion aftershave balm (they was in sold out sale)
If u guys have any experiences of these aftershave balms.. how long will a bottle last?
Tnx all! Carry on. O0 O:O
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I stay with St ives apricot or CVS generic. O0
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Since there has been a couple comments on price, I will say this, All of my HB products have lasted incredibly long. I've been using HeadShed, HeadWash, HeadSlick, and Headlube for almost 3 months on my head, face, and tattoos and I'm half way through the HeadWash and about the same on the HeadSlick, the rest are about 3/4 of the way full. My point is, the price is more than reasonable when you realize a little goes a long way.
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Since there has been a couple comments on price, I will say this, All of my HB products have lasted incredibly long. I've been using HeadShed, HeadWash, HeadSlick, and Headlube for almost 3 months on my head, face, and tattoos and I'm half way through the HeadWash and about the same on the HeadSlick, the rest are about 3/4 of the way full. My point is, the price is more than reasonable when you realize a little goes a long way.
I'm fairly new to the HB products (only a couple of shaves under my belt with Head Slick) But find that a quarter sized dollop is enough for both face and noggin (I use it combined with Shave Secret). With the Head Lube, it's somewhere between a dime and nickel sized dollop, so I expect they'll be lasting me quite awhile O0
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Bought today new Fusion, 2 tubes of exfoliation scrub and 3 tubes of Fusion aftershave balm (they was in sold out sale)
If u guys have any experiences of these aftershave balms.. how long will a bottle last?
Tnx all! Carry on. O0 O:O
Depends on how much you use bro....my Nivea will usually last me about 2 months.... O0
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I've been using a pre-shave exfoliant on my head from the start.
I hate to admit it, but I take better care of my head then my face.
Don't think I'd exfoliate my face. With a mug like mine TimmJ's orbital belt sander would be more apropo. There are kinder-gentler machines on the market.
My wife recently bought this dermabrasion kit.
http://www.youthfulessence.com/system
For $29 bucks it includes a machine with all the works.
I'd seriously like to try it on my head, but my wife said no.
One day when she's out of the house, I'm giving it a try.
If I like, I'll buy my own.
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I've been using a pre-shave exfoliant on my head from the start.
I hate to admit it, but I take better care of my head then my face.
Don't think I'd exfoliate my face. With a mug like mine TimmJ's orbital belt sander would be more apropo. There are kinder-gentler machines on the market.
My wife recently bought this dermabrasion kit.
http://www.youthfulessenc...750012e12194bc4736c797233
For $29 bucks it includes a machine with all the works.
I'd seriously like to try it on my head, but my wife said no.
One day when she's out of the house, I'm giving it a try.
If I like, I'll buy my own.
It's always easier to ask forgiveness than permission :*)) O0
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I started exfoliating with a pumus stone about a week ago. I can't believe how smooth my shaves are. Before every now and then I would shave and it would be like I shaved with a cheese grater. Exfoliation is amazing!
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I started exfoliating with a pumus stone about a week ago. I can't believe how smooth my shaves are. Before every now and then I would shave and it would be like I shaved with a cheese grater. Exfoliation is amazing!
Um, a pumas stone? Thats how I clean the hard water buildup in my toilet. Not sure I want to put it on my dome :o
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I just bought a 10 oz tub of St Ives Apricot scrub for $5.79. Smells a little girly, but it was a great deal. And after exfoliating the head for the 1st time this morning, I don't care how girly it smells. It felt great!
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I just bought a 10 oz tub of St Ives Apricot scrub for $5.79. Smells a little girly, but it was a great deal. And after exfoliating the head for the 1st time this morning, I don't care how girly it smells. It felt great!
I just bought a generic of St. Ives from Wally World and it works just as good and cost's less. I think it was the Equate brand. This stuff definately doesn't have a girly smell....lol....so if your looking for something that doesn't smell girly.....try it..... O0
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I just bought a 10 oz tub of St Ives Apricot scrub for $5.79. Smells a little girly, but it was a great deal. And after exfoliating the head for the 1st time this morning, I don't care how girly it smells. It felt great!
I just bought a generic of St. Ives from Wally World and it works just as good and cost's less. I think it was the Equate brand. This stuff definately doesn't have a girly smell....lol....so if your looking for something that doesn't smell girly.....try it..... O0
But that girlie smell makes me feel so pretty.........
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I just bought a 10 oz tub of St Ives Apricot scrub for $5.79. Smells a little girly, but it was a great deal. And after exfoliating the head for the 1st time this morning, I don't care how girly it smells. It felt great!
I just bought a generic of St. Ives from Wally World and it works just as good and cost's less. I think it was the Equate brand. This stuff definately doesn't have a girly smell....lol....so if your looking for something that doesn't smell girly.....try it..... O0
But that girlie smell makes me feel so pretty.........
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Hmmmmmmmmmmm....... #oC^^t
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SlyBaldDude, are serious about the pumus stone ? i mean does it really work, and doesn't it hurt your noggin, or do you use it very gently? Sound pretty interesting to me that's why I'm asking.
- PEACE
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SlyBaldDude, are serious about the pumus stone ? i mean does it really work, and doesn't it hurt your noggin, or do you use it very gently? Sound pretty interesting to me that's why I'm asking.
- PEACE
Been wondering the same thing, never heard any more about it. SBD....how's that working out for ya?
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LAVA SOAP does well too.....
and it doesnt have a girly smell
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LAVA SOAP does well too.....
and it doesnt have a girly smell
So does a cheese grater, but I wouldn't use one on my head :/O :D
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there you go again ironhorse....gonna start calling you a "softie" LOL
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there you go again ironhorse....gonna start calling you a "softie" LOL
I guess I'd rather be a "softy" than a "bloody" :P :D
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Exactly ironhorse !!!
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LAVA SOAP does well too.....
and it doesnt have a girly smell
I've learned to embrace the girly smell! I'll say it, I LOVE my apricot scrub! My Sly look may make me tough on the outside, but on the inside, I'm as soft and gooey as a Cadbury Easter Egg.
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hey there homiez... It seems Everyman has a girly side hidden in him somewhere... My bru ironhorse knows wat I mean :*))... Dnt take the scent of a women away from us tim lol....
love the st.Ives apricot scrub baby!!