It is now a litle over a year since I glanced in the mirror, put on the shave gel, and with much trepidation made the first pass with a Mach III razor. Wold I go back to what hair I had - NO WAY.
Since it is a bit over a year I thought I should write a little about my experience during this time. Firstly, my approach to shaving. I have tried all sorts of things, many using advice from fellow slys. Now, I have found what works for me and it is much simplified over many approaches I have tried. I simply use a Fusion razor and one of three shave gels depending on what I have. Mostly I use the Fusion shave gel, but I also use King of Shaves and a shave gel made here in Australia. The latter is the best but I find it hard to buy and it is a bit expensive. Sometimes I use a scrub before the shave but I don't find it makes any difference. I shave twice, both times against the grain. I have foun, for me, shaving with the grain is a waste of time. After the shave I use Head Lube Matte. Although I like some guys look with gloss I do not like it for me.
There have been a few days over the year that I have not shaved the ole head and I hate it. Can't wait to get to the razor to get rid of the excess hair! Over the year I have not had one bad comment but have had several positive ones.
While I think it great to be bald I do recognise that it does not suit all guys, just like any hair, or no hair, cut I also don't agree that a man can just shave his head and not be concerned about the reactions from his family. Life is a two way street and there are many times we all have to compromise.
Lastly I would like to say thanks to all the guys that contribute. I enjoy reading the posts. To all, a Very Merry Christamas.
And a Merry Christmas to you, Ken. A fantastic update, mate!
Congrats on the one year, sounds like it worked very well. Have a great holiday season. Damn, you're in the warm part of the year--just realized, while we're enduring cold and sometimes even having to cover the domes--enjoy the sun.
Thanks for the update Ken and congrats on one sly year!
Congratulations on one year of SLYness Ken. Nice little story too.
Merry Christmas to you too Ken! Congrats on a year of being Sly!!!