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What do you guys shave with?
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Doh! Misread that. I tried some stuff that didn't lather, just misread the line.
I'm looking for a new brush later on down the line, maybe for Christmas. I shave my head and face so I'm looking for a large brush with a large handle that is easy to hold, as I have big hands.
So is Vintage Blades. I've bought stuff from them a few times. They always include a little handwritten thank you note.
http://www.vintagebladesllc.com/
Gillette fusion power. But my battery died a few weeks ago after two years of usage. To lazy to replace it and I am not to sure it did much. A fresh blade makes the biggest difference. I shave about every other day now that I am done with class and don't have to be clean shaven.
I pound nails for a living, its hard to keep clean during the day.
I pound nails for a living, its hard to keep clean during the day.
Yes, I have to agree on that, it is one of the best electric shavers. I have the ES-LA83.
Tomorrow: Try some Truefitt shaving cream. You'll never look back. The smell and rich lather of that cream is something else. The 1805 is good, but I like the Trafalgar one. The aftershave balm they have is also pretty good. I don't normally follow those Royal warrants of appointment, but Truefitt and Hill's one seems to have some merit.
For people in Australia, I recommend http://www.mensbiz.com.au/ - they've got all those sorts of things and always ship your orders out with free samples that tempt you to spend more and more money.
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For people in Australia, I recommend http://www.mensbiz.com.au/ - they've got all those sorts of things and always ship your orders out with free samples that tempt you to spend more and more money.
Lush, for men??
Just what my wallet doesn't need.
Placed an order with West Coast Shaving, which arrived today. Picked up a safety razor, badger brush, cream, etc. Best shave I think I've ever had outside of a barber's chair.
Placed an order with West Coast Shaving, which arrived today. Picked up a safety razor, badger brush, cream, etc. Best shave I think I've ever had outside of a barber's chair.
That's how I shave everyday ... well worth the time and effort.
Yes it is,
I might do that too, but it's been so long since I felt the sweet caress of a woman's thighs on my cheeks, that I don't use that method any longer.
I might do that too, but it's been so long since I felt the sweet caress of a woman's thighs on my cheeks, that I don't use that method any longer.
No thanks,
Been using the badger brush + lavender shaving creme - just about 2 weeks now and I've got to say - I'm not going back.
This single tub of creme will last me at LEAST 1-2 years, it takes so little to work up a good lather.
Once I run out of Mach 3 blades - and considering they're no longer made in the US, I'll be fixing up my dads old safety razor.
Side note - an engineer I work with is adamant that the key to making blades last forever (beyond cleaning your face and soaking before shaving) - is to thoroughly dry off the blades before putting it away. Makes sense, drying faster will prevent surface oxides, mineral deposits, and what not from accumulating. I'm going to give it a test to see if it makes that big of a difference.
This single tub of creme will last me at LEAST 1-2 years, it takes so little to work up a good lather.
Once I run out of Mach 3 blades - and considering they're no longer made in the US, I'll be fixing up my dads old safety razor.
Side note - an engineer I work with is adamant that the key to making blades last forever (beyond cleaning your face and soaking before shaving) - is to thoroughly dry off the blades before putting it away. Makes sense, drying faster will prevent surface oxides, mineral deposits, and what not from accumulating. I'm going to give it a test to see if it makes that big of a difference.
I like the "Mr. Taylor's" variant from TOBS. It has a nice but understated scent (nothing floral or obtrusive) and gives a great thick lather.
Huge difference. It'll keep them sharper too and closer to being new. The deposits actually dull the blade and can lead to razor burn and accidental cuts.
I'm glad you like your new set up.
Why does it matter that the blades aren't made in the US? Is it a quality issue or is it to protest the company shipping jobs elsewhere? Just wondering....
True nuf. I've noticed this too.
For years it was the electric shaver, a Braun, Remington, or Norelco, but these days I like a disposable razor. It just takes longer but does a better job.
A bath is a great way to soften the skin enough to make the razor not knick one's face, but a shower will usually do but one has to be careful when shaving after a quick shower.
If I am shaving mid-day, and my whiskers are hard, then I have to go real slowly as to not cut myself. Sometimes I wish I was one of those who didn't grow much facial hair and only had peach fuzz at most as those guys are lucky if they have to shave often and go for the clean shaven look.
I can understand those who just give up and go with a beard. Depending on how old you are and what color the beard comes out, it can make you look younger or older.
A bath is a great way to soften the skin enough to make the razor not knick one's face, but a shower will usually do but one has to be careful when shaving after a quick shower.
If I am shaving mid-day, and my whiskers are hard, then I have to go real slowly as to not cut myself. Sometimes I wish I was one of those who didn't grow much facial hair and only had peach fuzz at most as those guys are lucky if they have to shave often and go for the clean shaven look.
I can understand those who just give up and go with a beard. Depending on how old you are and what color the beard comes out, it can make you look younger or older.
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I can understand those who just give up and go with a beard. Depending on how old you are and what color the beard comes out, it can make you look younger or older.
Or, you can look like a "member of the Mo'Bros (Muslim Brotherhood)" or a "no-name 'professional'" according to a friend who spent a lot of time in Egypt and the Middle East.
Braun Pulsonic Series 7
worth every penny
should note that my neck whiskers aren't that heavy so using an electric has never been a problem for me. If I had the "amish shag carpet" growing beneath my jawline then I probably would rethink my shaver
worth every penny
should note that my neck whiskers aren't that heavy so using an electric has never been a problem for me. If I had the "amish shag carpet" growing beneath my jawline then I probably would rethink my shaver
Great thread! I've been toying with the idea of switching to a safety razor for a few years now. I think this thread might have talked me into it.
Currently I shave five days a week before work in the shower under running water with a Fusion....but i think that might be changing soon.
Currently I shave five days a week before work in the shower under running water with a Fusion....but i think that might be changing soon.
I doubt the quality will change much after shipping the manufacturing outside of the US. The blades are expensive as all hell - I justified this with the fact they were made in the USA - as far as I knew, in Massachusetts - which isn't the cheapest place for labor. So I paid the $ for those blades knowing they were very good quality, and that it kept someone down the road in the USA employed. I cannot imagine they suddenly became a net loss to manufacture, and I'm against moving jobs out of the US solely to increase margins. While I understand the goal of a business is to make money - I'm not willing to support the trend that brought us to where we are any longer.
Back to the original topic: Taylor of Old Bond Street is very nice, however one thing that's still bugging me is how cumbersome the container is to open / seal, as I don't have a counter top in my bath. Considering how little I use at a time, I'm entertaining the thought of filling a 30CC syringe and using that to dispense it. I've had dumber ideas, so I'm going to try this one out.