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Important Information: US Tariff Import Changes

Grooming and Hygiene

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    Clop
    Joined: 24 Feb 2011

    You are going to want either a soap or a shaving cream in a jar or tube. both of which require a brush to build a lather.

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      derivative666
      Joined: 30 Jan 2011

      Feather blades, truefitt & hill shaving cream, proraso for after the shave. Make sure your face is very wet. Hence the name wet shaving. 1st pass with the grain, 2nd pass across the grain, 3rd pass against the grain. Rinse face with hot water then cold water.

      "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

      last edited by 27 Feb 2012, 03:30 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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        bagley920
        Joined: 10 Oct 2011

        Thanks guys. Now hopefully I don't Sweeney Todd myself!

        If I am not I, who will be? -Henry David Thoreau

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          JLG
          Joined: 10 Oct 2011

          Read this 'Leisureguy's Guide to Gourmet Shaving': http://amzn.to/AbIvjC

          It takes some practice to get the technique down (it is much different than shaving with a cartridge razor - ie: you don't apply any pressure when shaving - you let the razor pass over your face and the weight of the razor does the work). You may encounter some small nicks, but take your time, take it slow, and the whole multiple passes and taking into account the direction of the grain of hair is very important - you won't get all of the hair in one fell swoop so don't even try (unless you want terrible razor burn).

          Also, expect to spend some money once you get into it - razors, brushes, blades, shaving creams, shaving soaps, and after shaves/balms all provide a very different experience - and to be honest it makes shaving fun. But, before you go buying tons of stuff use your current set-up for a month to get the hang of it - shaving, building lather, etc.

          Also, while Feather blades are great - they aren't for everyone, and don't work well with every razor… Blades are great because they are cheap, so it is easy to 'experiment' and find one that works well for you.

          There a lots of places online to buy proper shaving equipment: http://www.bullgooseshaving.net/, http://www.royalshave.com - so browse around. And, as this is a blog devoted to Iron Heart/denim - there are multiple blogs devoted to a proper shave - http://www.baderandblade.com, http://www.simplyshaving.net

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            hectic
            Joined: 24 Sept 2009

            Excellent thread evolution. I use a Merkur Futur and will never go back to Gillette etc.

            last edited by 27 Feb 2012, 17:44 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              Megatron1505
              見習いボス
              Joined: 10 Jul 2011

              I shave my head daily, things like this just sound like a pain in the ass/ head  😶

              Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                Chris
                Raw and Unwashed
                Joined: 28 Jun 2010

                So how do you shave, Mega?

                I like HeadBlade, myself.

                last edited by 27 Feb 2012, 19:37 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  Megatron1505
                  見習いボス
                  Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                  Never seen one of those Chirs, but I'll check it out. I just use a Gillette Fusion Power, takes me 5 minutes to go down to the bone every morning  😃

                  Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                    Seul
                    Joined: 24 Nov 2009

                    I used to shave (me head) with a standard Gilette razorblade, but now use an electrical razor… The one you mention seems convenient though, Chris... Does it basically work the same as a standard razorblade?.. Assuming it's a bit safer?..

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                      Chris
                      Raw and Unwashed
                      Joined: 28 Jun 2010

                      Yeah, it's essentially a standard razor, just with a funky ergonomic handle.  I like it because it's easy to use in the shower.  Usually less than 5 minutes and the finger clip keeps it from slipping out of my hand when it's wet.  Uses a wide variety of standard replacement razor blades, too.  Most important thing to remember is to keep the wheels on your scalp.  Lift them and you will cut yourself.  I hacked my head a couple of times really badly before I finally learned that lesson.

                      The Head Lube is really good stuff, too.  Way better than any other shaving cream/gel I've used otherwise.

                      last edited by 27 Feb 2012, 22:46 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        bagley920
                        Joined: 10 Oct 2011

                        Just shaved for the first time. Def need to get some better shaving cream but it wasn't as difficult as I imagined it would be. It's actually easier than any blade I've ever used, and obviously much sharper. I think I'm gonna like this alot. Can anyone recommend a good shaving cream, brush, etc. I've got a razor and blades so far.

                        and I only knicked myself in 3 places the first time

                        If I am not I, who will be? -Henry David Thoreau

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                          derivative666
                          Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                          Truefitt & Hill products are great, shaving cream, after shave & cologne all are wonderful.

                          "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

                          last edited by 28 Feb 2012, 02:25 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                            derivative666
                            Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                            You want to get a badger brush

                            "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                              Clop
                              Joined: 24 Feb 2011

                              I would start with a cream because they are easier, such as trumpers or floris. Tabac is a soap that's easy to build a great lather with. Get a badger brush, and there are quite a range in $. How much are you wanting to spend?

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                                injunjack
                                見習いボス
                                Joined: 19 Feb 2010

                                I use electric razor every morning, and if I want extra smooth, I use Gillette…..

                                last edited by 28 Feb 2012, 07:59 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  bagley920
                                  Joined: 10 Oct 2011

                                  I guess you could say I'm not really that hairy, so I probably only shave about once every 3 days. I don't want to spend a ton. Maybe a couple hundred.

                                  If I am not I, who will be? -Henry David Thoreau

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                                    injunjack
                                    見習いボス
                                    Joined: 19 Feb 2010

                                    …coarse towel.... 😉

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                                      Finn666
                                      Joined: 20 Jan 2011

                                      all of this shaving talk makes me want to try it out again…
                                      I only do dry shave myself once in a week, since I always get massive skin rash as soon as I wet shave (jaws and throat).
                                      I don't know if I'm  doing it the wrong way or if I'm using the wrong stuff (pretty much looks like it though!) but after trying it out multiple times I don't think i wanna try it again since it's always back to the same problems...
                                      I'm having an appointment at the dermatologist on friday since I still have to fight with skin rash/ingrown hair on my jaws for almost 3months now, after I've last wet shaved... 😠

                                      anyone having this sort of "problems" as well sometimes?

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                                        bagley920
                                        Joined: 10 Oct 2011

                                        I think everyone's skin is just different Finn. I break out whenever I use an electric razor, and only with an electric razor. I have no problem with a standard blade and I didn't have any breakouts at all after using the safety razor for the first time ever.

                                        If I am not I, who will be? -Henry David Thoreau

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                                          Finn666
                                          Joined: 20 Jan 2011

                                          somehow funny to me cuz when i use an electric razor everything works out just right in the end.
                                          wondering what the dermatologist will say to me on friday!…

                                          last edited by 28 Feb 2012, 14:45 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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