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How to shave properly
Here are the pointers. After the shower, not before, is one place to start. I usually save the hardest parts for last, though I am not sure this can be justified in a rational choice framework. Your further suggestions are welcome.
Posted by Tyler Cowen on July 1, 2006 at 08:06 AM in Education | Permalink
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Nah--electric is the way to go, especially for blog readers who don't tend toward the fetishism of 'genuine badger-hair (never Boars-hair!) brushes'. In fact, I shaved while I read the article. Now all I need is an electric that can recharge through the USB port ...
Posted by: Slocum at Jul 1, 2006 9:34:32 AM
Actually, the best place to shave is in the shower. A fog free shower mirror is money well spent.
Posted by: cllam at Jul 1, 2006 12:06:55 PM
Try the shave blog?
Posted by: Kathleen Fasanella at Jul 1, 2006 12:27:43 PM
Shower shaving doesn't work for me. Granted, it does have some advantages. It's more convenient, and the hot water softens up my beard quite nicely so that the razor cuts it like butter, significantly increasing blade life. Unfortunately, it has the same effect on my skin.
Slocum:
You laugh, but I've used a boar's hair brush. You might as well use a toothbrush.
Posted by: Brandon Berg at Jul 1, 2006 3:27:19 PM
I wonder if Dennis Kozlowski had one of those $550 shaving brushes.
Posted by: Bernard Yomtov at Jul 1, 2006 3:32:24 PM
I shave *in* the shower, but then again I'm probably shaving different parts than you are. :)
Posted by: Jacqueline at Jul 1, 2006 5:26:14 PM
Electric's the only way to go. I can't understand why so many men stick to the old-fashioned, inconvenient way.
Posted by: Peter at Jul 1, 2006 6:45:06 PM
I use soap and cold water for shaving as my skin is too sensitive for shaving cream or heat. This means
I'm scraping the hairs off instead of really shaving, but I figure the constant defoliation will keep me
looking young and pretty.
Posted by: Ronald Brak at Jul 1, 2006 8:27:26 PM
In the shower.
Soft hairs lead to longer blade life.
Soap makes it slippery and smooth.
Running water means no mess.
Posted by: Dave Barnes at Jul 1, 2006 11:37:23 PM
I shave in the shower with a "proper" safety razor, but with Gilette shave gel. I have to say it's better, and cheaper, than using Mach 3's.
I don't use electric razors because they never seem to shave close to my skin.
Posted by: Anthony Latta at Jul 2, 2006 10:30:52 AM
Avoid the controversy altogether. Grow a beard.
chsw
Posted by: chsw at Jul 2, 2006 12:17:09 PM
"Electric's the only way to go. I can't understand why so many men stick to the old-fashioned, inconvenient way."
Because electric razors will pull your hair, while a regular razor will only cut it.
Posted by: Ken at Jul 2, 2006 1:23:06 PM
I can't seem to get a close shave from an electric, but I have found
that using shaving oil (google Pacific Shaving Co.) and a Gilette
Mach 3 gives me a great shave in half the time. The shaving oil,
which replaces shaving cream (and exotic brushes) is transparent
and non-gloppy, making things much faster and neater. That MSNBC
story is fine, but if you have a life (or worse yet, kids) you are
not going to make an hour-long ritual out of shaving.
Posted by: Dan at Jul 2, 2006 4:52:54 PM
Electric's the only way to go. I can't understand why so many men stick to the old-fashioned, inconvenient way.
Because electric razors will pull your hair, while a regular razor will only cut it.
Not anymore. Today's electrics are much better than those of even ten years ago.
Posted by: Peter at Jul 2, 2006 5:46:29 PM
I usually save the hardest parts for last, though I am not sure this can be justified in a rational choice framework.
I think it can -- it means the trickiest parts spend the most time lathered. And, with diminishing returns, the more of a rush you're in, the more sense it makes to use this approach.
Posted by: Joe Grossberg at Jul 3, 2006 9:17:56 AM
Everyone's stubble is different. I know a guy who beard grows like a crop circle on one side and cannot use a razor. I use the disposable razor at the end of the shower M-F and a straight razor on the weekends when I have more time or just want to feel manly. Electric razors are the worst because they pull and rip rather than cut and have a high suceptablility to collecting germs. While it will take some time and a little blood to learn how to use a straight razor, you will never get as good a shave from any other system. Besides, what is more studly in the bathroom than wileding a tool that is like a samuri sword? Also, if you can find a woman with a steady hand that you can trust, you would be surprised how many of them think it is cool to shave their man. There is definately a school of thought as to the correct shaving pattern and it makes good sense to follow it.
The best way to get into straight razor shaving is to go and get one on the weekend sometime. Unfortunately, they use disposable razors because of AIDs, but you will get an idea of the experience. There will be a few around town that still do it, but you will need to call around. Some day spas offer it too.
Even for those who will never go the stright razor route, GFO Trumper makes some great shaving products. Their coral skin food (after shave moisturizer) is the best thing on the market. It is scent free so you can add whatever cologne you want without having to worry about the clash with your after shave. For the true experience though, Bay's Rum will give you the shock and awe that you might need in the morning. Another userful item is a block of alum for those nicks and cuts.
Every guy should also know how to catch and gut a fish, roast a pig and make beer.
Posted by: Patinator at Jul 3, 2006 11:08:55 AM
Growing a beard does not eliminate the need to shave if one wants to look one's best. I get my neck just below the chin fold, and my cheeks above a line between my tragus and the corner of my mouth twice a week. I do it with nothing but hot water on the blade of a single-blade disposable.
My son shaves with a straight razor, but this is partly to justify carrying one.
Posted by: triticale at Jul 3, 2006 12:51:46 PM
My own opinion is that the great variety of shaving products and techniques is a triumph of marketing over common sense. Lather up with some ordinary bar soap and any kind of decent razor, including a disposable, will give you a decent shave. In a pinch, if you're just out of the shower, you don't even need the soap.
My advice: buy the cheapest shaving cream available - often Barbasol - and whatever razor you like and quit pretending shaving is some sort of big deal.
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Posted by: Billard Williams at Nov 22, 2006 4:58:27 PM
I was always taught to shave against the grain for a closer shave, but that is also the way to ingrown hairs. If I'm going to use a razor, I do so in the shower (soften up the hair and my skin has already puffed out about 10 microns from being rubbed and washed and this will also attenuate ingrown hairs) I pre trim as far down as I can go without just wasting time. Then I take the complete shower and only then do I start in on the shaving. I almost never shave the face the same day as I shave the "male" zone but that just becuase I only shave either of them every otehr day and this saves time for me. Also, once a week or so, I'll use Veet on my crotch (for a maximum of 5 minutes). Since starting this routine, I've avopided ingrown hairs almsot completely
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