As a Black guy should I be using a Shaver or a Trimmer?
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retroBrand
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I've been shaving every day with a razor for the past three years and I can vouch for Bump Patrol Aftershave. It burns, and it stinks, but I haven't had a razor bump since I started using it.
Should I get this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RFS118/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Or the first version of this trimmer?
Is this truly the best as in most efficient and good shaver over alternatives?
Or the first version of this trimmer?
Is this truly the best as in most efficient and good shaver over alternatives?
The Faceless Master
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i just let it grow and trim low when it gets too grizzly.
not gonna pretend i have straight hair and deal with the pain of shaving.
not gonna pretend i have straight hair and deal with the pain of shaving.
came here to say this.
you just gotta get past that timeframe where your beard makes you look like a hobo and you're golden.
breakfuss
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This is what I switched to after using the andis trimmer for a while.
So satisfying, but takes a lot more time.
And my skin feels smoother and I still don't get razer bumps (got them really bad on my face when I was a teen).
Rayven_king
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this shit right here, closest I get without reaching for the razor
EASTC0AST_GH05T
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Clippers only, my barber even has special clipper heads that are lubricated and they get really smooth razor like cuts.
andthebeatgoeson
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Y'all get a ton of bumps after shaving daily? I got lucky.
I have to shave daily to prevent the hairs from curling into the skin. But if I get a few bumps, I'll use a stiff short brush and bring them out. Like a clipper cleaner brush.
And it's usually when I use a razor for too long and it gets dull.
I have to shave daily to prevent the hairs from curling into the skin. But if I get a few bumps, I'll use a stiff short brush and bring them out. Like a clipper cleaner brush.
And it's usually when I use a razor for too long and it gets dull.
Yup get this and use it after you shower for a good ass shave. Razors give me bumps.
ViewtifulJC
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This shit right here is the king. $40-50 dollar investment you can use for years if you oil it right. Closet shave I can get without razor bumps.
Sooooo back to this question since I bumped this thread on purpose.
Anyone have an idea of which version to get?
methane47
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I believe you are not looking at the correct model. The model recommended earlier is a T-Outliner, that has a T-blade.
This model has the regular trimmer blade.
I would personally suggest you go with a T-Blade.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7P9Y2AeD28I
You can change the blade on the outliner though..
0ptimusPayne
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came here to say this....
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Mammoth Jones
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Even going with the grain I get bumps.
Word. That's what I use also to get the goatee looking good. Good shave with no bumps.
DonasaurusRex
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Electric shavers are shit , they will still pull unless you get something nice, and i dunno what that is compared to a blade, get a blade , and shave with the flow/grain of your hair not against it, then you wont get the bumps.
I get bumps regardless.
With shaving cream and after shave?
0ptimusPayne
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Im in the same boat, doesn't matter how much I follow the golden rules of shaving with a blade I still get bumps. Everyones skin sensitivity/facial hair growth patterns can be different. I use a T-liner and get the perfect results I want, without having to deal with my curly facial hair tearing my skin up as its trying to grow back..
I have really sensitive skin too and used to get bodied by razor bumps when I first started shaving. Then I learned what shaving cream, after shave, and wet shaving are and now bumps are at a minimum. Another thing that has made a difference for me is having a skin care regimine which includes washing my face twice a day, using bha exfoliants (which acts as an after shave) and toners, and wearing facial lotion with sun screen properties. Can say all of this collectively has made a difference and I seldom get bumps.
My barber will use a shaver to give me a really low fade. The solution that I've discovered, I wash my hair daily with conditioner for the first few days. Apply whatever hair "dressing" of your choice and a bit of tea tree oil, while your hair/scalp is still damp.
With my beard, I was using a double edged razor.
With my beard, I was using a double edged razor.
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Mammoth Jones
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A good facial cleaning regimen can absolutely make a world of difference.
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Yes. I'm probably older than the average gaffer. I dunno... Maybe not. I've tried it. It doesn't work.
DonasaurusRex
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keep practicing
I dunno getting some bumbps will happen ,if your beard or whatever gets really long hit it up with the clippers then do a good shave for a closer finish, after warm water or a hot towel you guys have sensitive faces awwwww. Good luck.
SamuelSupreme
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I ended up getting one of these from Amazon for 60 bucks and I subscribed to Bevel for my close shaves. Cant wait for my bevel order to come through.
Rastafarian42
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OH MY GOD ARE YOU USING A ROTARY
Rotaries fuck my shit up, they pull and THEN cut, getting a super close shave, so close that curly hair can grow at an angle into your skin
Use a Wahl Foil trimmer, I use one after trimming for the last few years because rotaries ruined my face. I've never even had to go to a lower foil head from 'super close', would recommend everytime
Rotaries fuck my shit up, they pull and THEN cut, getting a super close shave, so close that curly hair can grow at an angle into your skin
Use a Wahl Foil trimmer, I use one after trimming for the last few years because rotaries ruined my face. I've never even had to go to a lower foil head from 'super close', would recommend everytime
JustHadToJoin
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100% agreed, I regretted it instantly. Thankfully I switched to clippers before irreparable damage was done.
Also "just grow a beard" is not an option unless you have a full one
Ummm... No. I've tried razors and I know the result. Why would I keep using them? That's like the colloquial definition of insanity.keep practicing
I dunno getting some bumbps will happen ,if your beard or whatever gets really long hit it up with the clippers then do a good shave for a closer finish, after warm water or a hot towel you guys have sensitive faces awwwww. Good luck.
SamuelSupreme
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Our hair curls before it comes out of the thingie, this is why we get razor bumps/ingrown hair/irritation. Clippers cut it above the skin, so it doesn't get ingrown.
If your hair isn't super curly, you're ok using a razor. But Military Grade Negro hair is going to curl and get ingrown.
If your hair isn't super curly, you're ok using a razor. But Military Grade Negro hair is going to curl and get ingrown.
Bought it on Amazon because of the reviews. Top rated or whatever.
specific products you use kind sir please.
and can they all be purchased from walmart/sallys/target etc?
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