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re: OT Gentlemen: Need Some Suggestions for New Shave Soap.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 7:40 am to KG6
Posted on 12/23/14 at 7:40 am to KG6
quote:
I'm not that into it
I'm not "into it"..I use a 35$ Merkur,cheap blades, barbasol from the dollar store, and 2$ pre shave from Walmart...
I shave every other day, and have not had issues in years..
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Posted on 12/23/14 at 7:46 am to GrammarKnotsi
Didn't mean that in an offensive way, even to those that are really into it. It's just you can get pretty deep into shaving accessories, lotions, creams, oils, etc. if you start to do some research. I love the videos that some have posted here of guys who just take it to the next level. I do the minimum amount that keeps me shaved without having my neck be on fire. It's working so far.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 7:49 am to KG6
quote:
Didn't mean that in an offensive way
Didn't take it that way
quote:
you can get pretty deep into shaving accessories, lotions, creams, oils, etc.
My point has always been that you don't need to..Some people are fine with a warm water and a sharp blade..
Posted on 12/23/14 at 7:49 am to Poncho
Taylor of old bond street - almond scent. Bought my first bowl of it in June of this year and probably have about a month or two left. Cost me $14.
At the same time I bought 50 platinum coated blades by feather for $14. I've used about half of them as each blade lasts a week.
For post shave I found some Dove men post shave balm at walmart.
Haven't had razor burn in 6 months and I have a better, cheaper shave than I could ever get with cheap shaving cream and expensive multiblade razor setups. The only status I was/am concerned with is that of my neck as I don't like seeing it covered in red bumps.
At the same time I bought 50 platinum coated blades by feather for $14. I've used about half of them as each blade lasts a week.
For post shave I found some Dove men post shave balm at walmart.
Haven't had razor burn in 6 months and I have a better, cheaper shave than I could ever get with cheap shaving cream and expensive multiblade razor setups. The only status I was/am concerned with is that of my neck as I don't like seeing it covered in red bumps.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:06 am to Poncho
Here's my setup and process. A little prep time will make a world of difference.
First I soak my razor head (merkur 38c) in some rubbing alcohol while my mug, brush and rag soak in a sink full of hot water.
Then I'll do my hot rag for a few minutes.
When it's time to make my lather, I only use a tiny splash of water, along with a squirt of glycerin oil. I use Taylor of Old Bond Street Jermyn Street. Once my lather is good, I'll set it back in the sink with the hot water to keep the mug warm. Then I give myself another few minutes with the hot rag.
Then at that point I'm ready to go. A few splashes of Truefitt & Hill pre shave oil, and then lather up and shave. I use Astra platinum blades.
I'll do 3 passes... WG, XG, AG and then clean up some problem areas.
Then when I'm done I throw on some Nivea post shave balm.
You feel like a new man after all that... But the process is so worth it. Don't be afraid to take the time to treat yourself to a nice shave
First I soak my razor head (merkur 38c) in some rubbing alcohol while my mug, brush and rag soak in a sink full of hot water.
Then I'll do my hot rag for a few minutes.
When it's time to make my lather, I only use a tiny splash of water, along with a squirt of glycerin oil. I use Taylor of Old Bond Street Jermyn Street. Once my lather is good, I'll set it back in the sink with the hot water to keep the mug warm. Then I give myself another few minutes with the hot rag.
Then at that point I'm ready to go. A few splashes of Truefitt & Hill pre shave oil, and then lather up and shave. I use Astra platinum blades.
I'll do 3 passes... WG, XG, AG and then clean up some problem areas.
Then when I'm done I throw on some Nivea post shave balm.
You feel like a new man after all that... But the process is so worth it. Don't be afraid to take the time to treat yourself to a nice shave
This post was edited on 12/23/14 at 8:08 am
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:11 am to Poncho
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This post was edited on 2/24/15 at 2:35 pm
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:17 am to Road Tiger
Can of barbasol is like 2 dollars. Won't last more than a month. Price per month is equal to (possibly more than) the "expensive" stuff that I currently use. Any more suggestions for anyone?
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:19 am to Road Tiger
quote:
Vagisil
lol cause of the vagina, amirite?
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:20 am to AubieALUMdvm
quote:
Any more suggestions for anyone?
Point is you could use peanut butter and get a good shave if you do it correctly...Whatever feels right for you
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:21 am to TXGunslinger10
quote:
First I soak my razor head (merkur 38c) in some rubbing alcohol
You lost me right there.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:23 am to GrammarKnotsi
The point that most of the opposition has made is that you don't need that fancy "expensive" stuff to get a good shave. My point is that I'm paying the exact same amount per month as they are for cream and a fraction for the blades.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:30 am to AubieALUMdvm
I have definitely paid a lot less than using replacement cartridge blades. You can get expensive with it if you want, but spending 20 bucks on cream isn't that much when it lasts most of the year.
I'm not poor by any means, but when I used to have to go buy another pack of mach 3 blades I cringed. I'd find myself using the same blade for a month, because I was too cheap to go buy more
. Hurt like hell to shave. I've probably spend $60 on everything I have and I'd say that will last me for at least six more months and I've been using it for 5 months.
I'm not poor by any means, but when I used to have to go buy another pack of mach 3 blades I cringed. I'd find myself using the same blade for a month, because I was too cheap to go buy more
. Hurt like hell to shave. I've probably spend $60 on everything I have and I'd say that will last me for at least six more months and I've been using it for 5 months.Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:31 am to TigerFanatic99
quote:
You lost me right there
Just to disinfect the blade.
I rinse it with water before using
This post was edited on 12/23/14 at 8:32 am
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:31 am to AubieALUMdvm
quote:
AubieALUMdvm
You and I...
We're saying similar things
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:39 am to TXGunslinger10
quote:
Just to disinfect the blade.
I rinse it with water before using
Of all the things to leave out of a step by step guide, THAT'S the one you leave out, lol.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:41 am to Poncho
Taylor of Old Bond Street Jermyn St. Love the scent.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:46 am to KG6
quote:
I have definitely paid a lot less than using replacement cartridge blades. You can get expensive with it if you want, but spending 20 bucks on cream isn't that much when it lasts most of the year.
I'm not poor by any means, but when I used to have to go buy another pack of mach 3 blades I cringed. I'd find myself using the same blade for a month, because I was too cheap to go buy more . Hurt like hell to shave. I've probably spend $60 on everything I have and I'd say that will last me for at least six more months and I've been using it for 5 months.
I got 100 blades for around $10 (I have a Merkur) and used one bladea week. It will take me almost two years to use those blades. TWO years....
Posted on 12/23/14 at 8:47 am to Poncho
My best combo is the Proraso cream
With the Personna Platinum Chrome
Like mentioned before, a good prep makes a big difference.
With the Personna Platinum Chrome
Like mentioned before, a good prep makes a big difference.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 9:08 am to Yammie250F
Boots No 7 Face Wash or Face Scrub
Sommerset Pre-Shave Oil
Merkur 23c DE Razor
Bic Platinum Chrome Blades
Barbasol Sensitive Skin Shave Cream
Gillette Aftershave Gel
Sommerset Pre-Shave Oil
Merkur 23c DE Razor
Bic Platinum Chrome Blades
Barbasol Sensitive Skin Shave Cream
Gillette Aftershave Gel
This post was edited on 12/23/14 at 9:12 am
Posted on 12/23/14 at 9:19 am to AthensTiger
quote:taylor of old bond sandalwood.
Shaving soap- Mitchell's Wool Fat
Proraso cream for a quick shave.
Tons of other options, but mwf and toobs are the most frequently recommended in online shaving forums.
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