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Art of Shaving Alternatives? and Shave Techniques Discussion
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:37 pm
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:37 pm
I have been running low on product so I stopped by here to re up. Ended up buying a new brush and crap. I felt like I just got took badly. $196 for kit and product. Though it has been 1.5 years since I bought a new brush. I use a safety razor setup.
I stopped after a while and went back to a Gillette. I kept feeling like I still had hair on my face so I decided to revert back. Are there any other kits that aren't as costly?
Also I got a straight shave from a local place in West Village last week. After, the guy took a electric razor to my face. Had to be the closest shave I ever had. Cost me $12. Total with haircut, $24. Value.
I stopped after a while and went back to a Gillette. I kept feeling like I still had hair on my face so I decided to revert back. Are there any other kits that aren't as costly?
Also I got a straight shave from a local place in West Village last week. After, the guy took a electric razor to my face. Had to be the closest shave I ever had. Cost me $12. Total with haircut, $24. Value.
This post was edited on 4/18/14 at 10:39 pm
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Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:39 pm to Cajun Revolution
You should be ShavunRevolution.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:39 pm to Cajun Revolution
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$196 for kit and product.
Looking for a good lotion/aftershave. Anyone have recs?
This post was edited on 4/18/14 at 10:42 pm
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:40 pm to Cajun Revolution
I still use the Gillette Sensor that they sent me when I was in high school.
But as a bearded man I only shave my neck and cheeks.
But as a bearded man I only shave my neck and cheeks.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:42 pm to Cajun Revolution
Yeah you got raped. Taylor of Old Bond Street, Truefitt & Hill, Castle Forbes shaving creams.
What kind of brush was it? What's it made out of? What's your razor? Do you have a scuttle?
Don't buy kits, that was your first mistake.
What kind of brush was it? What's it made out of? What's your razor? Do you have a scuttle?
Don't buy kits, that was your first mistake.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:42 pm to xXLSUXx
Well to be fair that was with $20 worth of blades too. You're still looking at $90 for just the kit. Feels too expensive. But it works since I have a thick thick beard.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:45 pm to Cajun Revolution
It's good to sample with blades, but I really like Feather blades. Very sharp. Check 'em out.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:50 pm to Cajun Revolution
Jeez, I just use soap in the shower and a disposable razor. been doing it that way for 30 years. No problems. 5 minutes while showering. Whats all this investment in brushes etc? Sounds beta to me.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:52 pm to Pavoloco83
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Sounds beta to me.
Shaving old school sounds beta? You're a little confused there, buddy. And yes, by old school I include straight razors too. Which are my preference unless I'm in a hurry.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:53 pm to Pavoloco83
Well I say its highly overrated but their unscented doesn't make my face breakout. Unfortunately I have sensitive skin and can't use anything.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:53 pm to Pavoloco83
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Sounds beta to me
Nah brah, cartridge razors are for children.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:53 pm to GeauxxxTigers23
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Nah brah, cartridge razors are for children.
Well, he did admit he's been doing it for 30 years.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:54 pm to Pavoloco83
I go through about 3 Mach3 razors a year. Use edge gel. I only shave every 3 days on average though.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:55 pm to Cajun Revolution
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Well I say its highly overrated but their unscented doesn't make my face breakout. Unfortunately I have sensitive skin and can't use anything.
Try Taylor of Old Bond Street, or the other two companies I mentioned if you can afford it and look for lavender scents. They may have non-scented creams, but I can't recall. But their lavender stuff is for sensitive skin and works great. I use it a lot too because my skins sensitive.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 10:59 pm to Tom288
Thanks Tom. I appreciate the feedback. I'll definitely check them out.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 11:00 pm to Tom288
Anyone here ever try the Shavettes. I've been using it for a while. I feel like I have more control compared to a DE razor. A lot less knicks. Cheaper than a regular straight razor.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 11:19 pm to Cajun Revolution
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Thanks Tom. I appreciate the feedback. I'll definitely check them out.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 11:38 pm to Pavoloco83
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Jeez, I just use soap in the shower and a disposable razor. been doing it that way for 30 years. No problems. 5 minutes while showering. Whats all this investment in brushes etc? Sounds beta to me.
Nothing wrong with investing in yourself. Your skin will thank you years down the road. Go try a butter and you'll never go back.
Posted on 4/18/14 at 11:46 pm to Cajun Revolution
Started DE shaving around Christmas time...Best decision eva!! Feathers ftw...Alpha 100%
Posted on 4/19/14 at 12:02 am to Got Heeem
You will get pounded in the arse with Art of shaving. Their products are good. But no better than a million brands that are on amazon for half the price.
Taylor has been mentioned and I have no argument. Castle Forbes is high dollar but only a tad more than what you paid. Try Proraso. Old Italian shave creams and soaps. Bath and body works sells it under name CO Bigelow. Proraso only available on amazon.
You were the one saying sensitive skin? If so the most popular Proraso is green. With eucalyptus. It is tingly. But Proraso also has a blue tube that is soothing and a red tube that is sandalwood.
Razors I would suggest vintage gillettes. Gillette Tech is a good starter and can be had for $10-$60 depending on condition. I shaved yesterday with one from 1946-49.
Brushes? Ebay as well. Franks shaving is pretty cheap.
Taylor has been mentioned and I have no argument. Castle Forbes is high dollar but only a tad more than what you paid. Try Proraso. Old Italian shave creams and soaps. Bath and body works sells it under name CO Bigelow. Proraso only available on amazon.
You were the one saying sensitive skin? If so the most popular Proraso is green. With eucalyptus. It is tingly. But Proraso also has a blue tube that is soothing and a red tube that is sandalwood.
Razors I would suggest vintage gillettes. Gillette Tech is a good starter and can be had for $10-$60 depending on condition. I shaved yesterday with one from 1946-49.
Brushes? Ebay as well. Franks shaving is pretty cheap.
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