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Straight Razor = Less Razor Burn?

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wazawski
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So for my current job I have to shave just about everyday and because I have pretty sensitive skin, I get pretty bad razor burn. A buddy of mine told me to start using a single blade straight old school razor. Just wondering if anyone has had any experience using on of these, and if it has reduced the amount of razor burn. I get the most razor burn on my neck....And no this is not for shaving my balls and there will be no peeing in butts.
Dec 29 2011 12:57AM
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SlimDunkin.
Posts: 2065 - Karma: 361
Word to the wise, if your thinking of shaving your nads DONT go with a single razor. One testicle short and several stiches later I can confidently say that.
Dec 29 2011 12:58AM
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Raz.
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threads for answer
Dec 29 2011 12:58AM
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Anathema
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i shave in the shower with a mach 3. you'd be surprised how well it works, since your face is super moist.
Dec 29 2011 1:02AM
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soulskier
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i cant vouch for a single blade, but aveeno oatmeal shaving cream has really helped me out; a lot less irritants.
Dec 29 2011 1:03AM
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alex.bgk.
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after shave man. itll burn like hell for 15 seconds but itll smell nice and has stopped all my razor burn
Dec 29 2011 1:19AM
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Ribss.
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yes. works wonders.
Dec 29 2011 1:38AM
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collinder
Posts: 738 - Karma: 34
Always shave with the grain. Single blade wont really make a difference. Your skin should get used to shaving after a couple weeks
Dec 29 2011 1:41AM
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PON3
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This will change your life.
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Dec 29 2011 1:44AM
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sammiedee
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I just try really hard to follow the grain exactly then put on some aftershave or diluted rubbing alcohol afterward
Dec 29 2011 2:06AM
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TheHamburglar
Posts: 3895 - Karma: 3,317
fusion proglide. same size as the mach3, but it vibrates uber fast. they don't lie when they say it glides.
Dec 29 2011 2:10AM
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edd1e
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I used to have issues with razor burn but now Its very rare, normally super hungover and very dehydrated skin or a dull blade. In the past I would use the most expensive blades because I assumed ths would minimize razor burn (gilette mach 3 turbo etc.). However now I swear by the gilette disposables, they are super cheap and I use one for maybe 2 times and no razor burn. Also shave after showering and try to keep your skin moisturized really helps. Good luck.
Dec 29 2011 2:29AM
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TheStamos
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Just shave lightly, so what if you have to go back a couple times .. Shave with( in the direction of) your facial hair and dont add any pressure.
Dec 29 2011 2:41AM
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Lt-Aldo-Raine
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I've tried a single and hate them. stick with razor or electric.

Tips: shave right after you shower. Use lotion after and use sensitive cream
Dec 29 2011 4:09AM
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