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Shaving against the grain....................Who does it? by mark on 08 Nov, 2010 14:49
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I find that if i shave against the grain i get the best shave ever on my dome. Very smooth and it keeps the shadow form my dark hair at bay longer. Only problem is i cant shave it like this every day, its too sensitive.
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#1 by Troy on 08 Nov, 2010 15:33
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I always shave against the grain. Can't get a close enough shave otherwise.
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#2 by kenny57028 on 08 Nov, 2010 15:34
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I shave with and against the grain everyday. Not to mention shaving up towards the top of my head on the sides (seems some of my hair grows at odd angles.) I like the feeling of a completely smooth head.
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#3 by RayzorBlade on 08 Nov, 2010 17:27
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ATG is the only way. I hate stubble. Try every other day.
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#4 by D.A.L.U.I. on 08 Nov, 2010 18:23
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If you want a baby butt smooth dome that really lasts, ATG is essential, at least for me.
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#5 by BillOnBass on 08 Nov, 2010 19:15
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I know many of you guys only shave with the grain, and that's ok... but as far as I'm concerned, if I'm not shaving ATG I may as well not shave that day.
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#6 by Razor X on 08 Nov, 2010 19:39
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I know many of you guys only shave with the grain, and that's ok... but as far as I'm concerned, if I'm not shaving ATG I may as well not shave that day.
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#7 by Sgt. Pate on 08 Nov, 2010 20:47
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I also always shave against the grain. It took a few shaves for my pate to toughen up.
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#8 by Rob on 09 Nov, 2010 06:52
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always shave against the grain...no other way!
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#9 by mark on 09 Nov, 2010 06:55
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But how do you guys keep your head from "breaking out" or being too sensitive from doing that? With my current razor i could use it MAYBE 3 times after shaving against the grain.
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#10 by D.A.L.U.I. on 09 Nov, 2010 07:07
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"Breaking out" is often the result of minor irritation from debris, dirt, etc. on the dome. So wipe down with an astringent after finishing up the rinse--I use hydrogen peroxide. Then a little benzoyl peroxide and hydrocortizone lotions to control redness and any "acne" type reaction. Follow with a NON-OILY after shave balm, I use Nivea Extreme, great stuff IMO. Most important, wash that nice dome a couple of times a day w/ a mild anti-acne soap--remember there's nothing at all between you and the dirt and grime out there--at the end of a day outside you'll be amazed how much dirt accumulates on the dome! Finally, make sure you change your pillowcases regularly--again dirt and oil, as well as those old hats that you never wash--that can cause trouble too. If it sounds like a lot of trouble, just remember the pleasure of reaching up and rubbing a perfectly smooth scalp during the day--it's great stress relief!
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#11 by mark on 09 Nov, 2010 07:12
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""Breaking out" is often the result of minor irritation from debris, dirt, etc. on the dome. So wipe down with an astringent after finishing up the rinse--I use hydrogen peroxide. Then a little benzoyl peroxide and hydrocortizone lotions to control redness and any "acne" type reaction. Follow with a NON-OILY after shave balm, I use Nivea Extreme, great stuff IMO. Most important, wash that nice dome a couple of times a day w/ a mild anti-acne soap--remember there's nothing at all between you and the dirt and grime out there--at the end of a day outside you'll be amazed how much dirt accumulates on the dome! Finally, make sure you change your pillowcases regularly--again dirt and oil, as well as those old hats that you never wash--that can cause trouble too. If it sounds like a lot of trouble, just remember the pleasure of reaching up and rubbing a perfectly smooth scalp during the day--it's great stress relief!"
That is information worth saving! Thanks. I do use the Nivea after shave balm. But i dont do anything else other than that. Ill make sure to pick up some of the other things you mention. -
#12 by PigPen on 09 Nov, 2010 08:26
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I shave with and against the grain everyday. Not to mention shaving up towards the top of my head on the sides (seems some of my hair grows at odd angles.) I like the feeling of a completely smooth head.
I shave against the grain as well. I know what you mean about the odd angles. If my ears didn't get in the way, I'd be set! -
#13 by Arnie on 09 Nov, 2010 12:03
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I always shave against the grain...but I have it easy, the little hair I have to shave is very thin so I can use a razor for a long time before I have to replace it.
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#14 by gardner179 on 13 Nov, 2010 14:35
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ATG for me to, got to be completly smooth and for me its the only way to go
