BigBadZ
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Post by BigBadZ on Nov 16, 2009 23:58:30 GMT -5
I have a question to the fellow bald crappers. What razor do you prefer? I shave my head and I go through so many razor blades, it's ridiculous. Is there such thing as a razor for shaving heads or do you go the normal route?
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EvilMasterBetty, Esq.
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Post by EvilMasterBetty, Esq. on Nov 17, 2009 0:18:01 GMT -5
From when I looked a couple years ago, there's no blade designed for it, although there are specially designed holders.
I prefer the Fusion. Very rarely cut myself and usually I can stretch a 4 pack for a month and a half (2 months if desperate and don't shave as often.
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Paul
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Post by Paul on Nov 17, 2009 7:46:00 GMT -5
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Post by Avalanche Alvarez on Nov 17, 2009 13:10:46 GMT -5
I have a question to the fellow bald crappers. What razor do you prefer? I shave my head and I go through so many razor blades, it's ridiculous. Is there such thing as a razor for shaving heads or do you go the normal route? My wife uses electric clippers for the sides and this small razor with a plastic handle that she has for trimming her eyebrows. She's really skilled with that thing. Keeps me smooth. |
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H-Fist
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Post by H-Fist on Nov 17, 2009 14:05:46 GMT -5
I picked up a month ago but haven't used/tried the HeadBlade yet, since Chicago's autumn has been mild enough that I haven't needed hoods or hats (buzzed with a #1 beard trimmer + fleece = super-velcro).
When I do shave bald, I think I've blown through razors the most when I have used crappy shave creams that don't lubricate enough for a fully effective first pass. I do use the HeadSlick gel from HeadBlade for regular shaving now and can even get a clean shave with a 3-blade, though I prefer Fusion.
It also depends on how often you shave. If you do it daily or every other day, you'll likely do better with a preshave that lifts the follicles and a good lubricating shave gel. If you shave, let it go for a week or two, and shave again, then you might want to use a beard clipper on the shortest setting (the 0.09"/less than a #1 on a hair clipper) for one pass just to get rid of as much as you can. Also, an after-shave lotion/what-have-you to keep the pores clear, help the skin heal, and prevent sunburn/dry skin (which increase razor waste since more passes are needed to be really smooth).
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Post by Lance Uppercut on Nov 17, 2009 14:47:42 GMT -5
I am not a fan of the Head Blade. I was very disappointed, but then again that's me. I hear a lot of folks love it.
I DO however LOVE HeadlSlick. That stuff works very well. I just like using a three blade razor with HeadSlick in the shower. It seems to work the best for me.
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Grendel
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Post by Grendel on Nov 17, 2009 18:21:32 GMT -5
I use any razor that has 3 to 5 blades in it. I used to use a shaving mug when I shaved my head, but I just shave dry now, and as long as my hair isn't too long it fits the bill.
I was going to try a headblade thingy, but I haven't gotten around to trying one yet.
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Lord Rahl
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Post by Lord Rahl on Nov 17, 2009 19:33:28 GMT -5
I am not a fan of the Head Blade. I was very disappointed, but then again that's me. I hear a lot of folks love it. This. I got it for Christmas last year. I've been shaving my head for about 4 years and only cut myself 2 or 3 times prior to using the Headblade. Used it 3 times and cut myself in the same spot (the little bump in the back of you head, cant remember what its called). That and it just didnt do that good of a job. I use the Fusion. A little trick I read in Maxim that seems to work. When you get done shaving, dry the razor (especially the blades) off to stop oxidation, which causes dull blades. |
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