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re: Mens shaving and grooming thread. Update post DE shave #1.
Posted on 6/29/14 at 1:46 pm to Farkwad
Posted on 6/29/14 at 1:46 pm to Farkwad
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I have an Escali and it is a decent brush for the price - get one and learn and then get a nicer brush later. Keep the Escali for travel.
If they last for a while and I don't travel that much, shouldn't I just get the better brush right off the bat? I'm willing to spend the extra 30-40 to get a brush I will be totally happy with. Or is it just better to learn with the cheaper, escali? I'll go with either plan as I am totally new to this.
I'm going to hit up YouTube to ensure proper technique
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Posted on 6/29/14 at 2:15 pm to Schwartz
quote:Welcome to the big leagues kid! I love my feather blades.
Just switched to Feather blades from Sharks. Holy frick balls.
Posted on 6/29/14 at 2:44 pm to AubieALUMdvm
As long as you don't go with a shitty synthetic I don't think there is a huge difference. Just upgrade to a nice one and use the lowend one as a backup brush
Posted on 6/29/14 at 2:46 pm to Mack
quote:
I just said screw it and went with the old fashioned can of shaving cream and new mach 3s and I couldnt ask for a better shaving experience. It's fast and my skin is smooth as a baby's butt when I get out of the shower. It gives me an extra 8-10 minutes that I can enjoy taking my morning dump and reading on the commode
I spent maybe 30$ total on my entire "boutique shaving rig" and that was over 1 year ago. I have not purchased additional blades, soap or anything else from my original purchase and not even close to finishing up 50%.
This will save a ton in the long run. Especially since none of that sensitive gel shite works for me anyways
Posted on 6/29/14 at 3:05 pm to GenesChin
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a shitty synthetic
Parker makes a very good synthetic in the $25-$35 range. Elite makes another one around there too. I like my omega synthetic a lot, but after feeling the elite, I would probably lean that way.
Synthetics ain't bad at all. I prefer them to badger.
This post was edited on 6/29/14 at 7:24 pm
Posted on 6/29/14 at 8:39 pm to AubieALUMdvm
If you are just starting out to see if you like the whole process, then the Escali is a good brush. If you are jumping in feet first, get a Best or Silver Tip. I bought an Escali brush to keep in my dopp kit to travel with.
Posted on 6/29/14 at 8:40 pm to Hopeful Doc
The semogue boar brushes are also great with soaps IMO - especially like with Mitchell's Wool Fat soap b/c the bristles are stiffer.
This post was edited on 6/29/14 at 8:42 pm
Posted on 7/9/14 at 6:38 pm to AubieALUMdvm
quote:
I'm going with:
Edwin Jagger DE89Lbl saftey razor
Escali razor/brush stand
TOBS Almond Shaving cream
and a badger brush.
I just got all of this in this week plus some derby razors that came with it. I have some Astor razors on the way too. Decided to go with the Edwin Jagger Best Badger brush.
After my first shave I am totally hooked! I wanted to try it without a bowl and just lather with my hand cupped and this worked just fine. The almond scent TOBS is great too. Will see how it goes with the Astor blades. May even try out the Feathers one day too.
Thanks for everyone's advice and information in this thread.
Posted on 7/9/14 at 6:49 pm to AubieALUMdvm
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just lather with my hand cupped
If you don't feel like getting your hand messy, i, and many others, lather straight to the face. It works quite well once you figure out how much water you need.
Posted on 7/9/14 at 7:40 pm to LSU alum wannabe
I use a Merkur safety razor (one blade), Van Der Hagen shave soap, and Nivea skin care products. I used to just use standard Gilette supplies and always had bumps and irritated skin.
Posted on 7/9/14 at 7:40 pm to LSU alum wannabe
I use a Merkur safety razor (one blade), Van Der Hagen shave soap, and Nivea skin care products. I used to just use standard Gilette supplies and always had bumps and irritated skin.
Posted on 7/9/14 at 7:40 pm to LSU alum wannabe
I use a Merkur safety razor (one blade), Van Der Hagen shave soap, and Nivea skin care products. I used to just use standard Gilette supplies and always had bumps and irritated skin.
Posted on 7/9/14 at 7:42 pm to hillcountrywanderer
The very rare triple post... Congrats
Posted on 7/9/14 at 9:15 pm to Hopeful Doc
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If you don't feel like getting your hand messy, i, and many others, lather straight to the face. It works quite well once you figure out how much water you need.
By doing so I assume you run the brush in the container of cream after it (the brush) soaks? Do you not get a build up of water into it over time?
Posted on 7/10/14 at 9:32 am to AubieALUMdvm
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Do you not get a build up of water into it over time?
No. It's just like if you were to put it in a bowl. Soak the brush, remove excess water, swirl in tub of cream, and then put to face. Dip in water as many times as necessary to get the right consistency. After about a week or two, I was able to gauge fairly well how much water to put back into it before putting the brush on my face.
Posted on 7/18/14 at 8:23 am to Hopeful Doc
Bump.
Shave this AM. Got Proraso red sandalwood. Works well but smell disappoints.
Got a new favorite razor too. 1947 ( dad birth year) gillette super speed. Looks near brand new
Shave this AM. Got Proraso red sandalwood. Works well but smell disappoints.
Got a new favorite razor too. 1947 ( dad birth year) gillette super speed. Looks near brand new
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:51 pm to LSU alum wannabe
Bump
Dollop of Proraso red and DAB of AOS sandalwood = perfect sandalwood.
Have now acquired a vintage gillette slim adjustable. The addiction is full blown now.
quote:
Shave this AM. Got Proraso red sandalwood. Works well but smell disappoints.
Dollop of Proraso red and DAB of AOS sandalwood = perfect sandalwood.
Have now acquired a vintage gillette slim adjustable. The addiction is full blown now.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 10:08 pm to CMBears1259
Just switched to feather blades. Really smooth close shave for ONE shave then I have to change blades. And I get razor burn at the base of my neck (but that's every blade so far. Think it's technique and cream). Is that normal for feather blades. Also, does non-can cream or soap help that much?
Posted on 8/26/14 at 10:22 pm to KG6
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get razor burn at the base of my neck (but that's every blade so far. Think it's technique and cream).
As far as technique is concerned, do the opposite of what you're doing. If your first pass on your neck is down, make it up. If you do three passes, do two of the less-irritating one and ONE of the one that is irritating if. I actually shave up (traditionally though of (by me) as "against the grain"), up, and then down.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 11:05 pm to KG6
quote:I've not had any such problems using Feathers and I make 3 passes, 2 with grain & 1 against. Seems like you should be getting more than just one shave with those blades. I can get probably 4-6 shaves before I need to change, but then again I only shave about 1 time per week.
Just switched to feather blades. Really smooth close shave for ONE shave then I have to change blades. And I get razor burn at the base of my neck (but that's every blade so far. Think it's technique and cream). Is that normal for feather blades. Also, does non-can cream or soap help that much?
And soap is definitely the better route to go. I absolutely makes a difference in my opinion. I also use an alum block and this. I can't tell you the last time I had problems with razor burn.
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