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I keep cutting myself :(
by
Eamon91
on 13 Feb, 2018 15:26
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Hi guys,
I've been shaving since i joined this forum back in 2011 and i'm embarassed to say that I keep getting nicks and cuts (usually in the back of my head) when shaving. This has made shaving a very unpleasant experience for me, and I have several small scars as a result of this.
Equipment
- Headblade Sport
- Headslick
- Gillette Contour Plus Cartridges (wouldve got headblade triple blades but these are so much cheaper)
Routine
- rub hot/warm water over my head then pat dry with towel
- apply Headslick
- begin shaving with the grain on all areas for 2 passes
- begin shaving against the grain on all areas (this is where the cuts happen - usually in the back of the head)
I'm not sure if this is a common problem for others? In particular the back part of the head.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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#1
by
slybeard
on 13 Feb, 2018 16:19
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I had issues with the headblade as well and switched back to to a Fusion (normally the generic equivalent from Walmart - half the price). I rarely get a nick now.
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#2
by
Magoo
on 13 Feb, 2018 17:59
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I do not shave ATG at the back of my head. If that is you problem time go WTG , or try a different razor.
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#3
by
underorbit
on 14 Feb, 2018 08:55
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I'm a big fan of the Mach 3. The one time I tried something else, I cut myself instantly. The Mach 3 only really gave me any nicks when I was first starting out and didn't have the hang of it yet anyway. I understand there are attachments to the Headblade that will accommodate a Mach 3 cartridge, but I find that just guiding the cartridge along my scalp with my fingers at the back of it accomplishes what I want. Good luck!
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#4
by
_Dan_
on 15 Apr, 2018 20:02
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never tried a headblade but my go to for a quick no hassle and very little care needed shave..is a mach 3
i can get a good shave in 10 mins with little fear of cutting myself even against the grain
do you make sure you aren't over-using cartridges? i know its pricey..but honestly for a good safe shave, most dont last for more than 2 - 3 full head shaves.
sometimes it can help to look down as you shave the back of your head, in order to keep the skin stretched tight.
do you have any spots back there? if you catch one of them, that could be the issue.
Also make sure the blade is always moving forward.....what i mean is, if say you dont have a good enough grip and aren't actually firm enough with it, it can slide to the left or the right whilst moving and thats going to cut you
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#5
by
Semi-Sly
on 16 Apr, 2018 01:12
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Hi guys,
I've been shaving since i joined this forum back in 2011 and i'm embarassed to say that I keep getting nicks and cuts (usually in the back of my head) when shaving. This has made shaving a very unpleasant experience for me, and I have several small scars as a result of this.
Equipment
- Headblade Sport
- Headslick
- Gillette Contour Plus Cartridges (wouldve got headblade triple blades but these are so much cheaper)
Routine
- rub hot/warm water over my head then pat dry with towel
- apply Headslick
- begin shaving with the grain on all areas for 2 passes
- begin shaving against the grain on all areas (this is where the cuts happen - usually in the back of the head)
I'm not sure if this is a common problem for others? In particular the back part of the head.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
First, are you shaving AFTER you have taken a hot shower or are you just slicing away at cold skin with closed pores?
Second, ditch the headblade. it is just a gimmick. And don't use a cheap disposable razor. Use a multiblade razor like the Mach III for the smoothest shave. Single edged razors can give you a good shave as well but they take a lot of "technique" to get a good shave without getting cut.
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#6
by
reddog
on 16 Apr, 2018 06:37
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Yup, the Headblade has never worked for me. Another thing that works for me, I usually don't use a mirror. I shave by feel, even closing your eyes helps to concentrate.
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#7
by
Goatee
on 16 Apr, 2018 12:16
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Try a lawnmower.
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#8
by
GoHabs
on 13 May, 2018 05:51
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Another vote for the Mach 3. You may want to try going across the grain instead of against the grain on your second pass. Good luck!
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#9
by
Titus
on 10 Jun, 2018 00:14
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Something isn't working for you! You need to not look to the popular choices, and work on what fits for YOU.
Being sly should come with no knicks, no cuts.
If at first you do not succeed, try again.
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#10
by
Goatee
on 24 Jun, 2018 13:12
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I'm going back to a DE once my head acne clears up!
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#11
by
GoHabs
on 25 Jun, 2018 05:23
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Despite several years of DE face shaving experience, I can not get a decent head shave with a DE razor.
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#12
by
rambaldi
on 03 Oct, 2018 01:06
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I have the same problem as you. My solution is to shave with the grain gently and calmly.
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#13
by
Feenix
on 04 Dec, 2018 09:35
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mm, I used to cut myself a lot too. I found that I was putting too much pressure on the razor - the handle is just a guide, you dont have to press into your head to shave it, let the blade do the work. I can take a bit longer sometimes, but is worth it. Good luck!
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#14
by
Blagadan
on 04 Dec, 2018 13:24
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The headblade is the problem imo.
I use a Gillette fusion, never get cut. I'd recommend any a 5 blade razor.