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mdave87
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Against the grain?
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January 02, 2010, 04:00:03 PM »
Hey Happy New Year and hope everyone had a great holiday. I shaved my head against the grain for the first time today and it is definitely a closer and better shave but I'm a little bit worried about getting razor burn/bumps. Just wanted to see if any of you guys had any tips-products, how often to change the blade, etc? Thanks guys!
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The Noggin
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 02, 2010, 04:14:03 PM »
I used to use ClearHead in the first months because it was recommended and I think it helped. After the bottle was empty I stopped using it and have no problem so I'm just using an after shave balm. I guess with more experience and the skin getting used to be scraped I don't need a special treatment anymore. Shaving every day (like I do) may also help to prevent ingrown hair.
How long the blade lasts depends on the blade and on your hair. You will have to find out by yourself. When you have the feeling the hair is rather dragged out than cut off it's time to change.
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 02, 2010, 05:18:28 PM »
I shave against the grain and I too use Clearhead. Works for me!
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ggman71
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 02, 2010, 06:10:05 PM »
Same here with the clearhead. Also, I use just a little but of shave oil (just 2-3 drops) and massage that into my head before I lather on the shave cream. Some may think it is overkill, but I found that combo keeps the burn away and leaves a very smooth dome.
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D.A.L.U.I.
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 02, 2010, 07:20:15 PM »
Any astringent lotion, like Clearhead, will help. Also, now that there is absolutely no hair between you and the world, clean, clean , clean. Wash your head at least twice a day w/ a mild anti-bacterial soap--feels really good too. Change the pillow case at least once a week. And, just enjoy--great look, nice dome. Live Free, Sly and Enjoy.
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 02, 2010, 07:34:12 PM »
Clearhead all the way
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GASlick
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January 02, 2010, 10:45:53 PM »
I shave against the grain all the time and have never had a problem. I know some guys do, though.
I just HeadSlick and shave. Hope it works for you. It's definitely smoother.
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Rob
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January 03, 2010, 07:09:48 AM »
I always shave against the grain. To shave I prepare by using Gillette 'before the shave' facial scrub, then to King of Shaves menthol shave gel, sensitive skin, then after the shave I use Gillette 'after the shave' menthol gel rather than a balm. Anything with menthol in will really soothe your scalp, I find. Balm always made my head itch, but it's just a matter of what goes for one isnt so good for another. You got to experiment.
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dodger
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 03, 2010, 06:29:25 PM »
dave
Against the grain works for me
Get a closer shave
I shave every other day
Use Gillette Gel-Mach 3 Turbo and Nivea Cool Balm
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geoguy
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 03, 2010, 11:49:43 PM »
I also always shave against the grain. The shave is just to much closer! My routine is to wash my face and head with good quality face wash. Once a week I'll swop the face wash for a facial scrub, as where I live is quite warm. Use Gillete shaving gel, Mach3, and take it all of. My neck area tends to be sensitive, so I've found that a aloe gel applied to my whole head afterwards works best for me.
And yes, like ggman said, keep the dome clean.
Good luck
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buddha
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 04, 2010, 08:46:53 AM »
My method is a good scrub to soften the hair followed by Shave Secret shaving oil (Walmart). I put Head Slick (preferably) or whatever shave gel I have over that. With the softened hair and the oil I get a pretty close shave with not much irritation.
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baldaholic
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 05, 2010, 09:05:20 AM »
Looking good there dave. Keep it up.
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mangosink12572
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Re: Against the grain?
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January 08, 2010, 12:32:51 PM »
I always shave against the grain - - -using Bald Guyz Shaving Gel and I use the Schick Xtreme 3 comfort plus razor
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