Hello all!

I committed to shaving my head if my company raised $50k for Relay For Life... well, we did it!

I am going to be shaving my head at a company function on Feb 21. (I'll just have someone get it clipper-close and I'll do the shaving later).

I know there is a ton of good info on this forum about products, shaving techniques, etc and I'll take some time to get into that, but I hoped some folks might have some specific advice for me.

My 'issue' is that the following Monday the 25th and the subsequent couple of days, I'll be in front of around 800 people on stage at a conference. Esp given the circumstances surrounding me 'going Sly,' I shouldn't be so concerned about looks, but what can I say... I'm vain. LOL.

Do you have any suggestions on how I can get looking my bald-headed best in that short amount of time? Can I use self Tanner? Other product recommendations for shaving/for the skin in general? Fav Razors?

Any and all advice would be great! I may just stick with this look for a while... we'll see :-)

Dan

 

Oh Dan... you first response was from the Almighty Ming. He speaks the truth but let me explain in terms that common folk like us can understand.
Dont' sweat what other people think because you WILL look great, you WILL feel great, and most people won't give a rats rear end anyway. Props to you for supporting such a great cause.

As for goods to use.... There is a big HeadBlade crowd here but it can be tricky for beginners. Many Fusion and Mach 3 guys here too.

I prefer GOOD quality shave soaps over anything marketed in a can or on TV. Check out ItalianBarber.com and look at the RazoRock shave soaps. Excellent products at very good prices. Also consider "Cella" shave soap.  You'll need a nice brush to whip up a lather and for application. I recommend a badger brush but you can buy a cheap boar brush at Wally World. I have both a boar and a badger brush and like them both.

Don't be put off by the fact that ItalianBarber is in Canada. Their service is EXCELLENT and prices are VERY good. Excellent products.

Dan, the shaving is on Thursday and your conference isn't until Monday.

I suggest spending as much time between Thursday and Monday out in the public so you can become "comfortable" with the new you.

One question which is key ... do these 800 people at the conference know you? If not, they're seeing you for the first time and it won't even register that you've gone sly (unless it's part of the introduction). And to that, I would avoid any reference until the end of your presentation (if then).

Personally, I think it's going to be a great experience for you all around.

A great challenge and if the experience here is anything to go by you will love your new look.  30 day rule applies.  And yes some pics before and after.

Dan, the shaving is on Thursday and your conference isn't until Monday.

I suggest spending as much time between Thursday and Monday out in the public so you can become "comfortable" with the new you.

One question which is key ... do these 800 people at the conference know you? If not, they're seeing you for the first time and it won't even register that you've gone sly (unless it's part of the introduction). And to that, I would avoid any reference until the end of your presentation (if then).

Personally, I think it's going to be a great experience for you all around.

+1 to the above -- get out and about and I notice how people you don't know react to your bald head -- they won't react or care at all.

Go with the grain -- forget about getting it super smooth against the grain for now. Don't use any shaving lubrication that creates lather -- it is drying and unnecessary although traditional. I suggest using King of Shaves Alphagel sensitive shaving get with a HeadBlade sport.

I have used slf-tanners & let me tell you that they all leave an 'orange glow' to the appearance. At first ibe t may not be noticeable, but after awhile you do (and others will too). If I were you, I would have your wife or woman-friend help you to pick-out some liquid foundation that would match your facial skin & blend it in on your head. If you'd rather not do that, I would just get as much sun as possible leading up to the event. Good luck!

Cool I love the adding shaving your head for relay for life. I have participated in the event many times. I would not worry about the presentation much and if anyone asked I would be up front and tell why you are sly. Most people will give you credit for doing it. Anyone that doesn't is a very insecure person and I wouldn't worry about them.

Eric