Sly Bald Guys Forum
Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: Park99 on November 15, 2008, 07:40:53 AM
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Hi, I am new to this site. I have read a lot of thing here that I found it helpful. I start shave my head about 2 week ago. I am using headblade tripleblade. I have shave my head going with the grain but when i get finish and when i rub my hand on my head going against the grain i really dont like that sandpaper feeling. I just wonder if I can shave against the grain to make my head smooth? My hair do grow fast. There seem to be a problem with black men getting razor bump and stuff if we shave against the grain. I just wonder is there anyway I can do to get a smooth head without cause problem? I really want a smooth bald head like NBA star Ray Allen, MJ, Billup and KG. I was watching the NBA game last night I notice some player head a smooth.
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Hey Park, welcome to SBG. I hope you enjoy your time here, good info and great guys.
As far as your question goes, I don't know about what direction a black guy should shave to get the best shave since I'm white. But I can say you'll probably get different opinions on what is best. It really comes from trial & error. I notice you use HB trips (I use HB doubles), some go with the grain, others go against, some shave in the shower, others prefer the sink. I find the best shave comes from going against the grain using a combo of Headslick and Bald Guyz Shave Gel.
Sorry, I know that doesn't help much. We used to have a few active black SBGs, but I haven't seen them around here recently. You might try sending a PM to Leigh_12Play. He might be able to give you some feedback as a black sly dude.
Good luck to ya!
Schro
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Hello Park !! Welcome to the forum, great to have you aboard !! O0
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Hey Park..welcome aboard. Not sure what to advise you on this. A friend of mine on our county council is a black bald guy but he uses a product I think is called Magic Powder. He seems to be satisfied with it.
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oh ok. I know there is not many black men on here. But I know yall doing the best yall can to give me some advice. I am just going to so open maybe thing would come
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oh ok. I know there is not many black men on here. But I know yall doing the best yall can to give me some advice. I am just going to so open maybe thing would come
Hey bro...there are black dudes here...you'll get an answer as soon as one of them logs in...hang tight and don't give up hope for that perfect smooth bald head, that we all dig here!
BTW...Welcome! 8)
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hey man.. it all depends on your skin and how it reacts to against the grain shave ,.. personally if i shave against the grain i get ingrowns around the neck and the back of the head and some on top to ..
shaving daily with the grain just takes me 3-5mins and there is not soo much of a difference if you are a daily shaver .. i have thick black hair which grows really fast.. and the nba players you talking about bro ,you do not watch their heads closely on the tv as u watch yours in the mirror and the camera and everthing makes us think that way..
so what i would suggest is shave against the grain and see how it works on your skin and make a choice O0
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Well when I 1st starting shave i did shave against the grain and there wasnt no problem on the top of my head and side but when I was doing the back I start from my neck and went up and a few day later bump pop up on the bottom of my neck. I think if I had start from the top and go down to my neck I think i wounldnt have the bump on my neck. What do yall think about that?
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The back of the neck seems particularly sensitive to bumps. I'll get them if I go over the area more than once.
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Welcome to the Forum Park!
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Welcome O0
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Welcome Park. I worked with a few black guys at my last job and there were two guys that had bald heads. They both said they used a certain kind of cream ONLY designed for black males to remove the hair. They said razors broke them out waaaay too much. But I'm sure it just depends on how sensitive your skin is and how course your hair is. Good luck man and welcome. O0
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Although I'm obviously not black, I know theres plenty of black headshavers who go against the grain. I think I saw a couple on youtube, one demonstrating the headblade the other with the rolling razor. Like someone else said, your best bet, is to just experiment and see what happens. Just don't become too obsessive about trying to get it super smooth. I know I used to get razorbumps like no other when I was trying too hard to get it smooth. When your feeling for rough spots or missed spots, just lightly lay your hands on your head and run them in all directions. Don't press down too hard because no matter what theres going to be SOME form of a rough spot, take it easy especially on the back of your head. Same goes with your blade, don't press too hard. I don't mean to sound like I know it all or that your stupid or something, just trying to shave my chrome dome wisdom with you bro. Good luck and just experiment and find what works best for you.
Take it easy man
-Dan
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Welcome dude, and good luck.
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hey park: welcome 2 the sly fraternity. glad that ya joined us. if U want 2 cut down on razor bumps... i know some black headshavers that use "bump patrol". here's the link: www.bumppatrol.com. U might also want 2 perform a cold water rinse after headshaving, followed by an ice cube rub, pat dome dry, & splash some witchhazel. anyways.... welcome 2 the forum & we hope that U become an active member of the best forum on the internet.
WARHAWK O0
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Alright guys thank for yall input. I have learn alot from this site. Also I have been shave my head going with the grain for a little while. I shave every night since my hair grow a little fast if I do it every other day. It dont sit too well for me to shave every other day since it put too much hair on the blade and it hard for all the hair to wash out. And it seem easier to do it every night. It help keep it smooth. O0
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Hello Park
I'm new to this site but as a black man when I shave my head the first thing I do is use some balding clippers to get the hair as short as possible. I then rinse my head with hot water (as hot as I can stand ) then I use a shaving gel called Bump Fighter. I use a triple blade shaver and I go with the grain of the hair . Once all the hair is gone I rub my hand over my head and the areas where I feel stubble I will shave against the grain and that gives me a smooth shave. After I'm done I rinse my head with hot water again then I use a bump fighter after shave hope this helps
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Welcome to the site Bigdqddydsl.
Yeah I know I do feel the stubble, when I go with the grain. But I am worry about getting razor bump if I go against the grain. I went against the grain when I first start shaving. and the the bump pop up on my neck and a little above the neck.
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It's not just the Black guys that have this problem, brother. Italian men like myself feel your pain as well. The bottom line is sensitive skin and course hair. I can't even think about going against the grain on my face or all hell will break loose. I am having the same issue on my head.
Our Bald Brothers on this site are very wise in the ways of the Sly, so I would try every suggestion they throw out. I know I am! It's hard to imagine hyper-sensitive skin and wire-course hair unless you live with it. It's a cruel trick I think...
If you follow the pre-shave routine, the shave routine and the post-shave routine mentioned, you will find your path.
I began thinking the same way you are. I wanted a completely smooth head. Then I got tired of letting the ingrown hairs heal up (and there are many with us) and it dawned on me that I have been living without a baby-smooth shave on my face for many years, so why would I think my head would be different?
I havent dug into the archives very deeply, but maybe there is some info on waxing your head or using Depilatory (hair removing cream) for that baby-smooth feel. I would be interested to know if those methods are a viable option for us.
Meanwhile, hang in there. We will all figure this out together. That is why we are here as "Brothers in Arms", so to speak. Good luck and keep us posted.
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It's not just the Black guys that have this problem, brother. Italian men like myself feel your pain as well. The bottom line is sensitive skin and course hair. I can't even think about going against the grain on my face or all hell will break loose. I am having the same issue on my head.
Our Bald Brothers on this site are very wise in the ways of the Sly, so I would try every suggestion they throw out. I know I am! It's hard to imagine hyper-sensitive skin and wire-course hair unless you live with it. It's a cruel trick I think...
If you follow the pre-shave routine, the shave routine and the post-shave routine mentioned, you will find your path.
I began thinking the same way you are. I wanted a completely smooth head. Then I got tired of letting the ingrown hairs heal up (and there are many with us) and it dawned on me that I have been living without a baby-smooth shave on my face for many years, so why would I think my head would be different?
I havent dug into the archives very deeply, but maybe there is some info on waxing your head or using Depilatory (hair removing cream) for that baby-smooth feel. I would be interested to know if those methods are a viable option for us.
Meanwhile, hang in there. We will all figure this out together. That is why we are here as "Brothers in Arms", so to speak. Good luck and keep us posted.
Nice bald mugshot you got there choochman!
Post in the intro section to get your proper welcome!
The bald head fits ya bro!!! O0
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Hey Park99, I've been absent for a while but I'm glad you decided to join the sly family. I've got several post on the site describing how I've continuously tried to balance the desire to be completely smooth with the reality of razor bumps. I think I have tried every shaving method and black mans shaving cream, razor, bump fighter cream and gel, and depilatory out there. By no means do I claim to be an expert, but I've been shaving my head for over 12 years now. Based on my experience I'd say no to shaving against the grain on the back of your head, as for the top and sides I'd say go for it.
I've found the most success after joining this site. A tale of my story can be found here: "Click Here - And Scroll down a little and read my post" (http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?topic=6688.15)
I've consistently been using a combination of Head Blade Sport triple blade, headwash, headshed, headslick mixed with shave secret oil, a cold water rinse, followup with witch hazel and Scalp Doctor. I shave from front to back all across my head (From forhead and temples to neck line). I shave daily. I use to shave every other day, but have learned that daily shaving although tedious provides the best results. I touch up around my ears and right at my neck line with the edger blade on my Fusion razor. I shave while in the shower and have gotten it down to about 5 minutes or less.
Shaving against the grain on the top and sides works perfectly well for me, but shaving against the grain in the back, particularly around my neckline is a NO WIN situation. I've learned to deal with it. But daily shaving and use of the headblade with the products mentioned about keep me the smoothest and most razor bump free that I have been since shaving (consistantly).
So if you get a minute read the link I posted above, and really you have to try different things to see what works best for you. I use to be an avid bumpfighter and bump patrol user, but the Scalp doctor product has both of those product beat hands down. I think you are on the right track using the head blade. I'd suggest going over the entire head at least twice, and try touching up problem areas with the fusion. The headblade, headslick, and shave secret oil provide an incredibly close shave. The cold water rinse closes your pores, the witchhazel cleans, and the Scalp doctor cleans, protects, and prevents razor bumps. Give em a try.
Good luck. If I can help out any further just let me know. And welcome to the sly family once again.
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Thank for the information Ripped53. Well I will try go against the grain on top of my head and on the side.