I don't think I've seen a topic on this, and it's a forum for guys. What do you use to shave your face with? All I have are cheap plastic dollar store crap because dad apparently likes to shave with them. I don't see how, it hurts like heck on my face and he shaves his full beard stubble with water. I'm only a month and a half on T and have a healthy amount of chin beard and random hairs popping out of the sides of my face. It grows fast enough that I need to shave at minimum every three days if I want to look presentable. Quick, start talking. I can't take the cheap burn anymore.
Well in my former life I used to use Gillette Fusion. I have sensitive skin and could never use those cheap razors without becoming a bloody mess. You could also try an electric razor they are pretty good too. :)
I use a crappy plastic razor and some gillette gell but I also have very little hair so it haven't became a problem so far.
The more blades the better, but they are expensive. Also, cheap razors blow goats. They are harsh and can tear up your face. They should also be disposed of promptly because you are just begging for a staph infection. Trust me, you don't want that.
The most cost-effective thing to do is invest in a high-quality electric shaver and maintain it properly. I found the Panasonic ES8109 wet/dry was the probably the best one out there. In a few months, you will find you have spent less than you would have on blades.
Anyway, if it eats your face, chuck it. Don't share and always dispose of promptly, if you want to reuse, you might want to consider a disinfectant. Use a very slippery cream, not water. Believe me, if there's anyone who knows about shaving, it's a MTF!
I gave up on razors hah. Apparently, according to my cis guy friends, the disposables are a waste of money and the only good razor is a good straight edge....or electric. Since I'm leery of the straight edge I just use an electric one. Best money ever spent. Dad also uses an electric and so do my brothers.
My dad got me an electric one like his a couple months back (pretty sure the brand is called Phillips or something?). I like it, but I also am using up my Gillette fusion razor heads. They are both nice to use. The electric is convenient and cleaner, but I find something about a nice, wet shave with the Gillette relaxing sometimes.
double edged safety razor. Only bought a modern plastic type razor once or twice before I just bought a reliable hunk of metal to do the deed. SO much waste must come from these crap disposable razors. In the couple years I've had my safety razor my room mates have probably gone through almost a hundred (well... maybe 50). Thats a lot of dough, and a lot of wasted plastic. The only thing I have to throw away with mine is the blade when it becomes too dull.
The electric one I tried (my room mate's) was just AWFUL. I felt like it was more pulling than trimming. May have just been a crappy razor, but I don't think I'll be going back to that. I'd rather use a combo of scissors and the razor.
For shaving cream I use barbisol with aloe or something like that... Its the cheapest kind you can get at like $1.25 or something. It works awesome. I did use my friends nivea shave gel when mine ran out a few weeks ago. Its definitely different (nicer?) as far as its lathering abilities/doesn't get rinsed off as easily as the cream, but even so.. I certainly didn't hesitate to grab myself another can of barbisol at the store when I went to restock.
I usually just trim with an electric trimmer and edge with that.
Quote from: Nygeel on April 08, 2014, 05:31:32 PM
I usually just trim with an electric trimmer and edge with that.
Same. I like the stubbly look.
I have found myself quite smitten with the stubbly look on certain guys. It's also a time saver if you can pull that look off.
Just sayin'...
I actually adore the stubble look, I'm just looking for a job right now and prefer not to have the half grown teen thing going on.
Jill F, yikes. Not only do (did now, yeesh) we share razors, I'm pretty sure they haven't been replaced since the beginning of time itself. :o Nice to know someone around here likes to go traditional with the safety razor.
I'm using up my double-bladed cheapie disposable razors with the lube strip. I use antibacterial liquid soap and hot water for the slippery, rinse off, then apply coconut oil to my whole face. My facial hair is still all peach fuzz, though, not like actual beard hair. I rinse the razor in hot water and store it with the blades facing up to dry.
Gillette fusion and i think we have gilete shaving cream. my husband has reallly thick facial hair so we hve five blade razors. have an electric one but I'm going to go against the grain and say that thing is useless. It doesn't work at all. I wanted an electric one, but after spending the money I did I am not willing to spend more for a razor that doesn't work.
Quote from: Ayden on April 08, 2014, 07:30:07 PM
Gillette fusion and i think we have gilete shaving cream. my husband has reallly thick facial hair so we hve five blade razors. have an electric one but I'm going to go against the grain and say that thing is useless. It doesn't work at all. I wanted an electric one, but after spending the money I did I am not willing to spend more for a razor that doesn't work.
Was that pun intended? LOL!
I use Dorco, female version for my body and male version for my face. Each model works with every attachment so its easy to order five of each version and they last several weeks or longer. I went from cheap single blade throw away razors to this and WOW. I'll never go back. lol
Though I do reconmend getting a electric shaver to make your hairs short and then run them over with the razor for best results. ;)
The Gillette fusion is a good razor for sure but I prefer the Gillette Mach3
If I were to shave regularly, which I don't except occasionally my neck, I would get a safety razor like gnomekid mentions. I think those are badass, plus I like that the blades are replaceable/there isn't a lot of waste like with disposable razors.
I did use a brush and shaving soap for awhile (highly recommend, smells, looks, and feels better than the can).
I use an electric trimmer... Not a fancy electric razor. When I do actually use a razor, I've been using Schick Quatro.
If you're gunna use a cheapo razor, you definitely need to replace it often.
I started with a cheapie Bic. It worked for awhile but really doesn't any more. I still don't shave more than a middle school boy, but I use a Gillette Pro Fusion. They feel pretty nice and handle easily. I don't really want to have razors around with my cat who is like a monkey (in everything).
--Jay
I think the one I use is the Gillette Pro Fusion also and yes that is a pretty nice razor that handles well. I've never had a problem the few times I've used it.
Been using the Bic Hybrid 3 advance. It works pretty well
I use a single edge safety razor. It's a vintage GEM 1912 and cost me $10.00, and it works great. I've also got a few other razors, both single edge and double edge that I've yet to try out. I use C.O. Bigelow (by Proraso) shaving cream and a good brush to lather. Google "wet shaving" and you should find some good articles on it. It'll definitely save you money in the long run, and give you a great shave once you develop proper technique.
Are there any really good sites out there about how to start shaving with a straight razor? Seems the most economical to me, and I already sharpen most of my cutlery myself, a straight razor can't be that much harder.
I use the Gillette Fusion Proglide Power Styler.
The beard trimmer attachment is great for keeping my goatee nice & neat, and the razor blades do an excellent job of clearing up the rest. Those blades last me ages too, so I find them good value for money. I also use the Gillette Proglide shaving gel and I finish off with Bulldog After Shave Balm. I'm lucky to be able to get away with shaving with the grain (which is better for my skin) because my hairs are blond.
I wouldn't recommend using the cheapo razors: they tend to cut your face, don't last five minutes, and turn out to be a false economy because in many cases you have to replace them much more frequently than the more expensive brands so you could wind up spending more.
Quote from: Charliedogist on April 09, 2014, 01:07:56 AM
Are there any really good sites out there about how to start shaving with a straight razor? Seems the most economical to me, and I already sharpen most of my cutlery myself, a straight razor can't be that much harder.
There was an article a while back on the artofmanliness.com http://www.artofmanliness.com/2009/10/06/how-to-straight-razor-shave/
If you do a search on that site, however, it seems videos and more articles come up. Don't have the time to look through them, but you might.
I'm a huge advocate of using longer lasting razors. Too tired of seeing things end up in the trash unnecessarily. Come on guys. Get with it. All this bic and gillete fusion nonsense... inferior shaves and a huge waste of money and resources. I haven't spent more than 10 dollars on shaving supplies for 2 years. Thats less then one pack of replaceable razor heads. (and remember... its not just the trash piling up at the dump, but the factories that churn out these non-recyclable plastic razors. Its a chain of wastefulness and pollution)
Okay, here is the deal... As someone who has used a razor for 40 + years I'll say this... The Gillette Pro Fusion is a good razor, but the problem is that it has 5 blades, which get clogged up real fast with stubble and what not. Where as the Mach 3 only has 3 blades... As long as I use shaving cream I can shave every day for two months on one blade... Actually these days one month as I desire a really close shave. (Smile) Fact is, they don't wear out as fast as the Gillette Pro Fusion.
Gillette Mach 3. Reliable, not too pricey, does a decent job. The Honda Accord of razors.
Quote from: Charliedogist on April 09, 2014, 01:07:56 AM
Are there any really good sites out there about how to start shaving with a straight razor? Seems the most economical to me, and I already sharpen most of my cutlery myself, a straight razor can't be that much harder.
If you do a search for Badger & Blade, you'll find a great forum and wiki that has lots of info on wet shaving, both with safety razors and straight razors, as well as experienced shavers who will answer any questions.
Hey guys, it's a bit out of topic but I didn't want to make a new thread for this question. In the past few weeks I always cut myself when I shave and I was wondering that it could be because I used the razor so many times? It still shaves pretty good and I'm poor so why should I change? :'D I thought I can only cut myself when I press it too hard or when it's new but none of those are true.
Quote from: Jared on April 15, 2014, 01:37:11 PM
Hey guys, it's a bit out of topic but I didn't want to make a new thread for this question. In the past few weeks I always cut myself when I shave and I was wondering that it could be because I used the razor so many times?
Never, ever use a blunt razor as it can cause rashes & a blunt razor can cut you just as easily as a sharp one so old razors open you to the risk of infections.
As I said above, try using a gel instead of cream or foam as it will help the razor glide.
The trick to not cutting yourself is to use smooth strokes with NO sideways movement, the slightest sideways movement has the potential to cause a cut. Whichever direction the blades face is the direction to go, until you have been doing it for a few years i'd suggest that you don't rush shaving (no matter how late for work it makes you).
It took about 10 years before I could do a quickie shave without having to plaster bits of torn up toilet tissue on my bleeding face ;)
Quote from: Jayne on April 15, 2014, 02:07:49 PM
As Jill said, the more blades on a razor the better, if you want to stick to using a razor then I advise that you buy one that uses clip on disposable heads, i'd say to make sure you have at least 3 blades & try to make sure the replacement heads are flexible to follow the contours of your face.
I'd also suggest that you try a shaving gel instead of foam or cream as it's the best way to make the razor glide over your skin.
Quote from: __________ on April 09, 2014, 02:44:30 PM
Gillette Mach 3. Reliable, not too pricey, does a decent job. The Honda Accord of razors.
Because of my skin I was told by a dermatologist to stop using razors so after 20 or so years of razors I bought my 1st electric razor, it's a phillips razor with "lift & cut technology" & it's worth every penny (£50 in a sale). It gives a very close shave without any skin irritation.
I've not tried the Mach 3 but i'd say that mine is the Porsche of razors, i'm sure there are better out there but this one is flashy enough for me ;D
It's kind of mad that I didn't get an electric shaver until a year after coming out but until I have electro I wouldn't be able to live without it.
Edit: I meant to edit my own post & accidently quoted it, i'm a proper numpty
Right now we order from dollar shave club with the tier 2 razors(4 blades) and I actually use my kids bath shampoo to shave with. The stuff leaves my face so smooth and I have some pretty sensitive skin so it really works wonders. If I don't use that, I use conditioner. I know that sounds weird but it really helps a ton with out drying my face out, and costs tons less since I just get the cheap $2 big bottle.
Quote from: Jayne on April 15, 2014, 02:14:06 PM
Never, ever use a blunt razor as it can cause rashes & a blunt razor can cut you just as easily as a sharp one so old razors open you to the risk of infections.
As I said above, try using a gel instead of cream or foam as it will help the razor glide.
The trick to not cutting yourself is to use smooth strokes with NO sideways movement, the slightest sideways movement has the potential to cause a cut. Whichever direction the blades face is the direction to go, until you have been doing it for a few years i'd suggest that you don't rush shaving (no matter how late for work it makes you).
It took about 10 years before I could do a quickie shave without having to plaster bits of torn up toilet tissue on my bleeding face ;)
Okay so it's really the time to throw it away. I'm using a gel and it's really good. No sideways movement, I memorize this, thanks. I used to shave before going to bed, at mornings I'm not awake enough to do it properly :'D
Thanks for this :)
This isn't about razors so much as razor mishaps, but a styptic pencil is useful for stopping bleeding quickly, without all the tissue bits.
I've always wanted an old-fashioned single blade razor to shave my facial hair, honestly. :police:
Merkur safety razor with shark blades. Cheap and much more comfortable than anything else I've used.