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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Miscellaneous => Topic started by: DaithiSean on December 29, 2008, 05:37:47 AM

Title: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: DaithiSean on December 29, 2008, 05:37:47 AM
I'm bored so here's a silly holiday question. 

I prefer the Shiny Look for my head and use HeadLube Gloss to achieve the look that I want.

Which do you prefer or strive for?
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: Brkeatr on December 29, 2008, 07:16:17 AM
Definitely shiny....the Nivea Extreme aftershave balm does a good job on my noggin   O0
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: Razor X on December 29, 2008, 07:17:36 AM
Definitely shiny.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: tomgallagher on December 29, 2008, 08:51:50 AM
shiny shiny shiny
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on December 29, 2008, 09:48:32 AM
Shiny, without question.  I've even buffed the dome w/ my t-shirt when dressing in the morning.  Feels good, brings up a little more shine. 8)
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: TheSlyBear on December 29, 2008, 10:12:38 AM
I want it shiny enough to shave in... oh wait...
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: The Scottish Ambassador on December 29, 2008, 10:50:48 AM
Shiny definitely.  O0
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Post by: BALDANDRE on December 29, 2008, 11:06:55 AM
Brother I want to blind folks if I can!  8)

Shiny bro...shiny! O0
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: baldy46 on December 29, 2008, 11:14:05 AM
Definitely shiny.  I use HeadLube Glossy, but I always end up with a shine an hour or two after shaving anyway.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: R o b 6 on December 29, 2008, 11:14:48 AM
At first, I wanted to keep the shine down. Imagine that.

Then I realized the shinier, the better. I get good shiny results with Gillette Afta on the freshly shaved dome. It's cool when there's a glare in the family holiday photos!
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt ?
Post by: Shaf on December 29, 2008, 01:09:47 PM
Well boys to add some variety.... I prefer the understated matte look.
I like it shining too mind but I think the matte clean look suits my skin colour better.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matte ?
Post by: Mikekoz13 on December 29, 2008, 08:43:11 PM
Shiny........... and another vote for the Nivea Extreme After Shave Balm!
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Sooner Steve on December 30, 2008, 07:35:31 AM
Before I shaved mine, I wanted the matte look because I wanted to draw as little attention to my head as possible - I was a former hairpiece guy.  After I shaved it, I wanted to shine as brightly as possible because I wanted everyone to see it. 
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: fcb2001 on December 30, 2008, 07:59:23 AM
SHINY as well, i use the headlube glossy after i use either the straight razor of the headblade
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Rob on December 30, 2008, 03:32:51 PM
SHINY! 8)

A shiny dome makes a definite statement 'I'm SLY and proud of it! 8)
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Mike on December 30, 2008, 05:44:19 PM
I am with most everyone else, I love the shine. When I first went sly I knew I wanted to be blinding with it.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Noodles on January 04, 2009, 09:36:19 AM
Shiny  O:O is the ONLY way to go for me!

After cleansing and blade whacking, a little dab'll do ya' of
HEADLUBE GLOSSY
and I'm making sneaker tracks out the door.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Rob on January 04, 2009, 09:49:45 AM
Fireman dave: that SHINE speaks for itself 8) That's one brilliant shine you got goin there O0
Title: Road to a Super Duper Shine
Post by: Noodles on January 08, 2009, 04:45:25 PM
Came about a super duper shine method quite by accident.

In the experimental stage trying various methods / routines, to cleansing shaving, and shining.

One of these experiments was cleansing w/Nutritioniste Gel MicroBead Cleanser, (found at most grocery stores, Wal-Mart, CVS, etc) coupled with Bald Guys Shave Gel. Rub it in well.

Shave with a nice sharp blade. (My choice: Fusion)

Towel dry.

Results: b!n&

NOTE: HeadWash by HeadBlade (combined w/Bald Guyz Shave Gel) = same excellent results also.

Originally, I intended to use the HeadLube Glossy for my final step in this experiment, but before
I reached this step, I looked in the mirror, and WOW! (LOL- Afraid then that if I used the Headlube, my scalp would then be so smooth and sleek, that my scalp might just slide right off my skull onto the floor.  :o

After testing this experiment w/the gel cleanser and the shave gel (I was@ the firehouse at the time), I walked outside the firehouse and blinded three drivers coming down the road from the cranium glare. (LOL)
                                      `Dr!v                     `Dr!v                   `Dr!v

-Cap'n Noodles-

Title: Re: Road to a Super Duper Shine
Post by: Ghost1988 on January 08, 2009, 04:47:46 PM
Came about a super duper shine method quite by accident.

In the experimental stage trying various methods / routines, to cleansing shaving, and shining.

One of these experiments was cleansing w/Nutritioniste Gel MicroBead Cleanser, (found at most grocery stores, Wal-Mart, CVS, etc) coupled with Bald Guys Shave Gel. Rub it in well.

Shave with a nice sharp blade. (My choice: Fusion)

Towel dry.

Results: b!n&

NOTE: HeadWash by HeadBlade (combined w/Nutritioniste) = same results.

Originally, I intended to use the HeadLube Glossy for my final step in this experiment, but before
I reached this step, I looked in the mirror, and WOW! (LOL- Afraid then that if I used the Headlube, my scalp would then be so smooth and sleek, that my scalp might just slide right off my skull onto the floor.  :o

After testing this experiment w/the gel cleanser and the shave gel (I was@ the firehouse at the time), I walked outside the firehouse and blinded three drivers coming down the road from the cranium glare. (LOL)
                                      `Dr!v                     `Dr!v                   `Dr!v
-Cap'n Noodles-




HAHAHA!!!!
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Shaf on January 08, 2009, 04:53:24 PM
Dave you'd certainly be a contender for the crown of shiny!!!  ;D
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Impaired on January 08, 2009, 06:51:24 PM
for me personally, I do not want shiny,just don't like it.
When I first shaved that's the look I wanted but now I prefer the matte.

But the shiny looks good on you guys though!!!!!! :D
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Ghost1988 on January 08, 2009, 06:53:43 PM
i guess it depends on what im doing, or where im going
Title: When is a slippery, sleek, "glossy noggin" considered to be extreme?!...
Post by: Noodles on January 08, 2009, 10:18:15 PM
When this keeps happening.....

I keep findin' this little bugger on the bathroom floor just when my morning shave routine is coming to an end......

LOL.. Maybe I oughta' lighten up on the "slippery lube.".....


(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi183.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fx302%2Ftweeks_house%2Fhuman_skull-736511.jpg&hash=63c8c3d5f183d228b8853ceaa9948b27bac06e83)


-Cap'n Noodles-


...Funny... All of a sudden, I feel a little light-headed...
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Ghost1988 on January 08, 2009, 10:40:41 PM
dude....you crack me up!  :*))
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: warhawk on January 08, 2009, 11:39:58 PM
shiny O0

WARHAWK O0
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: J.J. on January 08, 2009, 11:46:19 PM
i guess it depends on what im doing, or where im going

I agree, but I'm naturally shiny.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Papa Don on January 09, 2009, 09:53:58 AM
Shinnier the better.  Would like to be able to read fine print in mine.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: mikey_g on January 13, 2009, 01:27:26 AM
A lil shine is the way to go... O0
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Noodles on January 13, 2009, 02:05:44 PM
Seems I read somewhere on this forum about someone recommending "KING OF SHAVES" brand shaving oil.
I remembered the post as I saw this item inside a local CVS. Very inexpensive , so I bought it and tried it out that night. You can add this to your current shaving gel/cream etc before you apply your gel to your scalp, as well as alone, as a fine lubricant additive to your shaving routine. (A few drops helps lubricate your scalp like crazy - i think you will be quite pleased)

Results: Helps deliver a great, extra close shave, and adds a little sheen to your noggin!!!

Added Bonus: It feels great to the touch, too!


-Cap'n Noodles-
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: xnewyawka on January 13, 2009, 04:47:26 PM
It really depends on what you like. I actually alternate between Glossy and Matte.
I also get a great natural shine after using witch hazel too.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Michael on January 23, 2009, 10:45:20 AM
Shiny is the way to go!  I have been looking for the "best" way to achieve this.  I will try the Nivea and the shaving oil. Would Warhawk's "Shave Secret" work as well as the King of Shaves Oil????
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: MLNHD on January 23, 2009, 06:19:17 PM
Count my vote for SHINE.  I like high gloss.
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: dieseldan04 on March 14, 2009, 06:23:21 PM
Definitely shiny!  I uncovered my dome for a reason and I want my slyness to shine in all it's glory!
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: marshd1000 on March 14, 2009, 07:59:48 PM
Shiny!!!!!!

Why cover up all that beauy?         8)
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: BALDANDRE on March 14, 2009, 10:03:48 PM
SHINY brother, shiny! 8)

Heck even my newly skinned flattie...

gots to shine! ;)

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi279.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fkk136%2Fbaldandre08%2Fandrefreshhorseshoeflat2.jpg&hash=984b9b1034a14ad2bc0de9379c8a492122b2f767)
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Some Guy on March 15, 2009, 06:29:57 PM
Shiny for sure.  I find that all I need to do is work a drop (literally one small drop) of Baby Oil with Vitamin E and work it in, followed by a splash of witch hazel or rubbing alcohol for a supreme shine. 
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: Eweb on March 17, 2009, 06:01:59 PM
I try to get mine as shiny as possible... 8)
Title: Re: Which is the best look ? Shiny or Matt?
Post by: BlackJamesRackham on March 17, 2009, 10:35:25 PM
matte for me