Sly Bald Guys Forum
Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: hotrn on October 23, 2008, 09:39:25 AM
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I'M NEW TO THE SITE AND I HAVE A QUESTION THAT I NEED SOME HELP ON. I AM A 22 YR. OLD RN WITH A FULL HEAD OF HAIR, BUT HAVE ALWAYS LIKED THE BALD LOOK. I MUST MAINTAIN A PROFESIONAL LOOK WHILE TRYING TO PULL THIS OFF. I'M AFRAID TO TRY TO SHAVE MY HEAD DUE TO 1) I AM VERY PALE AND 2) I AM THIN AND I DON'T WANT TO LOOK STUPID. ANY SUGGESTIONS AND HOW SHOULD I GO ABOUT IT THE FIRST TIME?
THANKS!
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I'd say bring it down to a 1 or a 2, and see how it looks. It's up to you if you feel completely convicted to shave it off. If so, do it.
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I'd say bring it down to a 1 or a 2, and see how it looks. It's up to you if you feel completely convicted to shave it off. If so, do it.
Exactly what T2S said. Make the change gradual, rather than all at once. O0
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I TRIED HAVING THE MILITARY CUT CALLED A 'HIGH & TIGHT'. I LIKED THE BACK BEING ALMOST BALD , BUT NOT THE TOP BEING LONGER. IS THAT A CLUE THAT I SHOULD TRY GOING 'FULL FORCE' ONE TIME JUST TO SEE IF I WOULD LIKE IT?
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sounds like you already made the decision, man. O0
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OK, I JUST MAY TRY IT. THANKS FOR THE ENCOURAGEMENT. NOW, I NEED ONE MORE FAVOR IF I CAN BE A BOTHER. SHOULD I LET MY BARBAR DO IT THE FIRST TIME OR CAN I DO IT? AND IF I CAN DO IT ,WHAT DO I NEED AND HOW?
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I've never done the Barber shave before, but check out this thread: http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=6949.0
You'll find some good info on the barbershop shave.
I'd say since its your first time, it might be a fun experience. But you can also read up on guys' shaving methods, and use those tips. You may try just shaving with the grain, since you have a full head of hair; less chance of irritation.
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You're not a bother, bro! Asking which razor to use...you'll get a lot of opinions. But I'd say for your first shave, use whatever you use on your face - but if that's a 3 (or more) bladed razor - even better! and a good quality shave gel. Just go slow, be careful and rinse your razor often. Rinse with cold water when you're done, and follow up with witch hazel, or something similar to close those pores. Let us know how it goes, and be sure to post up some pics! O0
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Hey ther my soon to be bald bro!
I'm bald by choice too...
the first time I shaved my head was about your age...but that was 18 years ago..
when bald wasn't the norm by a longshot! ;) I had no problems then in my profession...you shouldn't now!
Dress professionally and the haircut (or shave) will only look better and very cleancut to those around you..
Go for the bald head bro...once you get the thought in your head..
you will NOT be satisified until there isn't a hair left on your head...trust me...
I've been bald for 15 years now...by my choice...you'll love it!
Go for the cool barbershop experience for your first time...nothin' as cool as goin' in and asking the barber to shave your head shiny bald...especially if there are other folks in there!! O0
Let us know how it goes and post a before and after!
Good luck...and don't over think it!
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a barbershop shave is no big deal...make sure the barber is a good one.
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Welcome to SBG , the bros gave you some good advice.... O0
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If you have a full head of hair and have already done a military cut then you know how fast it grows back. Try it, if you don't like it just hide out for a week or two. No biggie.
(ps. Lose the all CAPS in your posts.)
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Just do it O0,,,,,,if you dont like it,,,grow it back out
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thanks for all of the encouragement guys! i'm off work tomorrow, so i may give it a try. i'll let ya'll know how it all turns out. i'm nervous as all get out , but once i get over it and just do it , i think i'll be alright. thanks again guys!
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Dude,
I work in healthcare too, and it will be fine. I am also bald by choice with a full head of hair. Try it and see, you'll never go back!
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ok, got a new problem. i told my family that i may shave my head and they went crazy!!!! they said i would look like a sick cancer patient or something. i am very respectful of my family. so, before i make a bad mistake, what are ya'lls opinions? what should i do???????
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I´d say SHAVE IT! O0
Im also BBC with full head of hair..
In the summer regardless what other people (including my fiance) said to me
I just shaved it and haven´t looked back 8)
PS. Got lucky that my fiance liked it after the first shock (u know the AAAAAAARRRGGGHHH!!! What have u done?!?! effect)
So Im good now.. Hopefully you will be to..
Take care,
Niko
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ok, got a new problem. i told my family that i may shave my head and they went crazy!!!! they said i would look like a sick cancer patient or something. i am very respectful of my family. so, before i make a bad mistake, what are ya'lls opinions? what should i do???????
Do what some of the other bros advised, take it down to about a #2 or so and see how you feel....most guys do that anyway before they shave for the first time. People will get use to you having shorter hair and then when you do the shave it's not as noticable. But ultimatley the decision is yours and if you want to shave it immediately than just do it.....good luck..... O0
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Who's doing this, you or your family? :/O :/O If someone asks, "Cancer?" Tell them no, then your zodiac sign, if it's not the Crab! ;) Some of us have had those questions, but we did it, almost 100% who do it keep it. Try some freedom and if you're young, you may only be BBC for a while, until you become MPB 8) like most males at some point in their lives. You're here, you want to do it, get it done this weekend. It will grow back if for some reason you don't like it, and fast so why not?
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Never listen to your family when you're considering shaving your head. Nine times out of ten they'll try to talk you out of it. They're used to looking at you a certain way and don't like the change. It's your decision. Do what you want, not what they want.
If you're worried about looking like a cancer patient, grow some facial hair and/or hit the gym and bulk up your muscles a little.
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First off...never ever announce that you are going to shave your head...just do it..
and now here's the deal...do YOU think we all look like cancer patients...if YOU think so...
forget shaving your head..period!
Now it YOU like the look and have wanted to do it..
go for it..it's a style bro..
the "cancer patient" thing is really a lame way of thinking THESE days..for intelligent people
no offense to your loved ones...but a lot of folks are totally bald these days...
and your family is smart enough to know they all don't have cancer.
Go for it if you want it.
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no, i don't think any of you look like cancer patients!!! i know what they look like--- i'm a nurse for pete's sake--- but i'm the type that i want 75 opinions , then want 100 more tomake sure. believe me , i'm a conifident nurse, but not a confident person!!!
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no, i don't think any of you look like cancer patients!!! i know what they look like--- i'm a nurse for pete's sake--- but i'm the type that i want 75 opinions , then want 100 more tomake sure. believe me , i'm a conifident nurse, but not a confident person!!!
I learned from experience that soliciting too many opinions will only muddy the waters more, not clarify them. You want to do this, otherwise you wouldn't be here. It doesn't really matter what anybody else thinks. Shave your head and stick with it for 30 days. If you don't like it after that, you'll be surprised at how quickly it grows back.
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ok, you're right!!! tell ya what tell me what to do with what i have here at home and i'll try to have the balls to do it be fore i go back to work at 1030pm tomorrow! i have a whal clipper, a mach 3, gillette fusion aftershave gel, a shave brush w/ soap and babarsol shave cream. then i have spf 45 sun block and alcohol.
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ok, you're right!!! tell ya what tell me what to do with what i have here at home and i'll try to have the balls to do it be fore i go back to work at 1030pm tomorrow! i have a whal clipper, a mach 3, gillette fusion aftershave gel, a shave brush w/ soap and babarsol shave cream. then i have spf 45 sun block and alcohol.
You've go the tools, just check up on the forum in routines and how to shave your head, and you're less than 30 minutes from a great new look. Get to it. O0
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ok, you're right!!! tell ya what tell me what to do with what i have here at home and i'll try to have the balls to do it be fore i go back to work at 1030pm tomorrow! i have a whal clipper, a mach 3, gillette fusion aftershave gel, a shave brush w/ soap and babarsol shave cream. then i have spf 45 sun block and alcohol.
Take the guard off the Wahl clippers and buzz off all your hair as short as you can get it. Then take a nice long, hot shower and get your scalp good and wet. Then lather up with the Fusion gel (you did mean Fusion shaving gel, not aftershave gel, right?) Don't use the Barbasol -- it doesn't work nearly as well as a gel. Then take the Mach III and start shaving. Go slowly and be careful. It will be time consuming the first time you do it but you'll get faster at it with practice. Rinse your head with cold water once you've removed all the stubble, and enjoy your new bald head. Post some before and after photos if you can. O0
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Remember, it's better to ask for forgiveness, than permission in some cases.
GO FOR IT BRO!!! O0
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brother do what Razor said and just go for it, you know you want to O0 8)
He's also right about asking people, it mucks things up, your here asking, which means you want it so just do it O0 8)
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Remember, it's better to ask for forgiveness, than permission in some cases.
GO FOR IT BRO!!! O0
No need to ask forgiveness -- unless it's a wife or girlfriend. Then asking forgiveness might be a good diplomatic move. But otherwise, it really isn't anybody's business. You don't need their forgiveness or their permission. Do they consult you before getting their hair cut? ;)
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i don't have any kind of shave gel. all i have is aftershave gel and several bottles of that. will that do good? i go get some but where i live the nearest shopping is 18 miles off.
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i don't have any kind of shave gel. all i have is aftershave gel and several bottles of that. will that do good? i go get some but where i live the nearest shopping is 18 miles off.
Use the Barbasol if that's all you've got, but get something else as soon as you can.
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will the shave brush and shave soap work any better?
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will the shave brush and shave soap work any better?
It can't hurt anymore than the Barbasol, some of the guys here do use a brush and soap
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hey h-rn: welcome 2 the sly fraternity. glad that ya joined us. the brothers have given ya some good advice. i say drive the 18 miles & buy some quality shaving gel/cream. your noggin' deserves it. U want your 1st headshave 2 B a good one. anyway...keep us posted 2 your road 2 slyness. O0
WARHAWK O0
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WELL I GOT MY MAN CARD TODAY! OR SHOULDE I SAY MY SLY MAN CARD!!!!! O0 I HAVE JUST SHAVED MY HEAD FOR THE FIRST TIME ABOUT 15 MIN. AGO AND IT FEELS GREAT!! I TRIED THE FUSION RAZOR AND THE FUZION GEL, BUT NO OFFENCE, THAT'S FOR THE BIRDS!!!! I'LL BE USING A MACH 3 AND MY SHAVE BRUSH W/ SOAP B/C THAT'S WHAT I ENDED UP GOING BACK OVER MY HEAD WITH ANYWAY. I CAN'T SEND ANY PICS D/T I DON'T HAVE A CAMERA! :XX THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR ENCOURAGMENT AND HELP ON MY ROAD TO SLY!
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Welcome to the club!!
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hip, hip - HOORAY!
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hey h-rn: 1st of all...congrats 4 "taking the plunge". please take off the CAPS on your messages PLEASE. i can "hear" ya loud & clear. anyways... when ya get a hold of a camera post up a pic of your new look. keep us posted on all the reactions. enjoy this side of the fence! O0
WARHAWK O0
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!B@ !B@ Congrats on joing the gang for real rn. Post up that pic whenever ya can.
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Congrats on doing the deed bro.... O0
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congrats buddy!
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Just do it O0,,,,,,if you dont like it,,,grow it back out
Welcome to the forum Tor, haven't seen you here before :XX
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Congratulations!!
J
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Congrats bro! O0
Hows the family (better yet, YOU) liking the slick bald head now?
Hope at least you're still diggin' the scene!
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oh, yea!!! i love my new look. :*))and to top it all off, the family member that gave me all of the trouble thinks it's funny!
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Congrats rn, welcome to the world of sly freedom!
Turns out there was nothing to be afraid of after all.
Enjoy, and keep it smooth O0