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I'm afraid to shave again.
#5851356 - 07/12/06 04:35 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Every time I shave my skin gets irritated and I get these ugly zit looking razor bumps all under my chin and jawbone. It hurts like hell and I don't know how to prevent it. I've used all types of razors, I currently have the new Fusion (non-vibrating) razor and the first time went awesome, but every time I use it I get the same problem.
What the hell should I do because it's really just starting to rediculously piss me off. What balm works? Before or after? Please! Save my face!
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851364 - 07/12/06 04:37 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Dude.......for Gods sake man buy yourself an electric shaver and use the trim setting. That way you get a nice bit of gentle stubble and no cuts.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: mr_kite]
#5851378 - 07/12/06 04:41 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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I do have one and it rips the hairs out and hurts even more than a razor. My skin needs to grow some balls and quit being so sensitive.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: mr_kite]
#5851445 - 07/12/06 04:57 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Quote:
mr_kite said: Dude.......for Gods sake man buy yourself an electric shaver and use the trim setting. That way you get a nice bit of gentle stubble and no cuts.
Exactly what I do. Booyah.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851486 - 07/12/06 05:08 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Quote:
NewbieShroomie said: My skin needs to grow some balls and quit being so sensitive.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851503 - 07/12/06 05:13 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Seriously, if you get a close shave, dont shave the next two days. if you have sensitive skin you will get cuts and razor bumps and its ucks, but you already know this.
I have the same problem, and to prevent it, i shave every other day, sometimes i wait three days.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851505 - 07/12/06 05:14 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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I have very tough hair growth, Its like cutting steel wire so i know what im talkig about. Make sure you wet your beard with hot water to soften it up, then lather it good. I massage in the shaving foam then i go to town and make sure to rinse the razor often. I prefer the Gillette Mach3 model.
Usually the skin gets used to shaving so the more you do it the easier it will get. Also shave every day since it gets harder the longer you let it grow. You shouldnt have to use any force, just once smooth motion or you are doing it wrong or have a dull blade.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851517 - 07/12/06 05:17 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Personally I love a clean shave and an electric razor just doesn't do it for me.
Until recently I had the same problem as you with "ugly zit looking razor bumps" but I find that applying less pressure and just going over the same areas more times gives you a nice clean shave minus the bumps
hope this helps.
edit: also a good shaving cream or lotion helps (stay away from the cheap stuff in every situation)
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Edited by MrNatural (07/12/06 05:21 PM)
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: MrNatural]
#5851528 - 07/12/06 05:22 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Cool I'll give that a shot. I also try to use warm/hot water first. It feels like its a smoother shave when my pores are open.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851541 - 07/12/06 05:27 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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good advice, no pressure is neccesarry with a RAZOR!!
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Todcasil]
#5851548 - 07/12/06 05:29 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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ya I use a electric razor or I get zits
Edited by Leanin (07/12/06 05:30 PM)
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Leanin]
#5851556 - 07/12/06 05:33 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Two simple fixes.
1) Soak a towel in hot water for a few seconds. Ring it out, lie down and let it sit where you're gonna shave. It'll make the skin more supple and it'll help raise the hairs.
2) Witch hazel. Dribble some into your hand, splash unto face like aftershave. I used to have the same problem as you and this stopped it cold.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Todcasil]
#5851562 - 07/12/06 05:36 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Quote:
Todcasil said: Seriously, if you get a close shave, dont shave the next two days. if you have sensitive skin you will get cuts and razor bumps and its ucks, but you already know this.
I have the same problem, and to prevent it, i shave every other day, sometimes i wait three days.
this is also how i deal with it, really works.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: splifner180]
#5851588 - 07/12/06 05:44 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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http://www.labseriesformen.com/templates...UCT_ID=PROD9330
This stuff is really great to use when shaving with a razor(i use fusion). It doesn't eritate my face and it has a bunch of stuff in that makes shaving feel good. It actually has benzocaine in it with makes your face tingle and feel slightly numb so shaving doesn't hurt at all. I love it.
Especially creamy formula softens and preps beard to prevent irritation and redness.
Softens even the toughest beards.
Contains Benzocaine to condition and comfort, and aloe and caffeine to reduce irritation and promote renewal.
Fragrance free. Oil free. Great for sensitive skin
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851610 - 07/12/06 05:52 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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Quote:
NewbieShroomie said: I do have one and it rips the hairs out and hurts even more than a razor. My skin needs to grow some balls and quit being so sensitive.
It sounds like whatever you are using has either a dull blade or just shitty construction.
Get a decent Braun shaver, they're well made. German machining FTW.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: d33p]
#5851620 - 07/12/06 05:55 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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$20 a pop tho? Possibly if it's big enough. What's 8oz compare to? I used to have this stuff from Avon a female friend bought for me...it worked wonders. It was weird though; it was really watery, not balmy at all. Thanks for the comments
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851653 - 07/12/06 06:03 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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That $20 tub would last you a long time. You dont have to use much. Its worth it, i haven't used anything else since someone turned me onto it.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851654 - 07/12/06 06:04 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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What kind of shaving cream or gel do you use?
I've never had this problem before.. hmm.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: eris]
#5851665 - 07/12/06 06:09 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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I use colgate menthol shaving cream. My cheeks and face are cool with razors but it's the side of the jawbone and underneath part that kills. It really doesn't matter how long I wait between shaves; it always happens.
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Re: I'm afraid to shave again. [Re: Newbie]
#5851680 - 07/12/06 06:14 PM (17 years, 6 months ago) |
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i shave with an electric razor and put this shit on there called hig time bump stopper, its maid for black men but it works for white brothas just as well.
i used to get the bumps evertime i shaved but when i started to use the electric razor plus the bumper stoper cream aftwards i didnt get any!......here is a link for the product. you can pick it up locally http://www.bumpstopper.com/Product.htm#bmp2
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