Rooster | 124 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I'm sort of considering other options when it comes to shaving. I usually use an electric razor, but sometimes I use a cartridge razor if I need to make sure I do a good job. I've heard people talking about the benefits and disadvantages of other types of shaving. What do you all use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulpa | 3,674 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I've used a straight razor in the past. You have to be all in on taking care of them and going through the somewhat extended prep of using one, but they can give you a satisfying shave. Nowadays, I use a cartridge type since I don't have as much time in the morning as I used to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrobins | 1,800 Moderator · Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I've used just about everything, trying to deal with really bad razor burn on my neck. Between my safety razor and a fairly strong acidic cream, I've found something that works well for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster | 124 Posted December 24, 2019 Author Share Posted December 24, 2019 41 minutes ago, Scrobins said: I've used just about everything, trying to deal with really bad razor burn on my neck. Between my safety razor and a fairly strong acidic cream, I've found something that works well for me. How much extra time does a safety razor take, and is it worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychobear85 | 141 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 Safety razor, no need to damage your skin with whatever Mach is out. I use a Merkur 701 best decision I ever made and it’s easy in the wallet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Link | 2,876 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 My face? Electric. I find it easier on the skin and easier process, although less precise and needs more passes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabonga | 2,528 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I used to use a safety razor with shaving soap - I found it getting harder and harder to get consistently (even within a single pack) good blades. I switched to a gillette fusion 5 blade which was pretty good if a tad pricey. Then gillette decided to lecture me with those godawful commercials. So I switched to Harry's - they seem to last a bit longer and are ertainly cheaper. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arch_8ngel | 1,597 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 5 hours ago, Rooster said: How much extra time does a safety razor take, and is it worth it? A safety razor takes almost no extra time beyond shaving your face properly with a cartridge razor. The only extra time is using a decent shaving soap instead of cream from a can, and changing to a fresh blade by taking apart the razor rather than just popping on a new cartridge. But the shave quality is at least as good, and you pay a nickel per blade instead of whatever obscene price Gillette is charging these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a3quit4s | 4,300 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 Tried an electric razor once and it bothered my face. I’m using a Gillette fusion again, whatever one you can buy at the grocery store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drxandy | 3,277 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 When I shaved regularly I would do it in the shower (It opens ya pores up, I had less irritation ymmv) with just disposables, but I like having a beard so now I just keep it clean with an electric trimmer and scissors and the edges with a disposable. Always wanted a fancy shave setup but never wanted to take the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrobins | 1,800 Moderator · Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 7 hours ago, Rooster said: How much extra time does a safety razor take, and is it worth it? Beyond the slight learning curve to handling it differently, there’s no extra time at all. Changing razors when needed and using shaving soap that you whip up in a mug to lather your face is not adding time to your process. I use a bevel safety razor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BortLicensePlate | 652 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 10 minutes ago, drxandy said: When I shaved regularly I would do it in the shower (It opens ya pores up, I had less irritation ymmv) with just disposables, but I like having a beard so now I just keep it clean with an electric trimmer and scissors and the edges with a disposable. Always wanted a fancy shave setup but never wanted to take the time. I used to shave before showering, but recently I decided to try after showering and it makes a huge difference. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearcat-Doug | 5,116 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I use a beard trimmer with the guard off, so I basically have a permanent 5 o'clock shadow. I can't stand using a regular razor. I get really bad razor burn on my neck and if I go totally clean shaven, I look like I'm about 15 instead of pushing 40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sign Collector Guy | 334 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 Shave club razor for neck. Trim beard every couple weeks with #1 attachment on regular hair trimmers. I also have to pluck weird ass thick eyebrow hairs every month. Do a little manscaping as well a few times a year. Gotta keep them pubes in line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boosted52405 | 178 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 Have a hearty beard but like to stay trimmed up, use both a standard electric Norelco for trimming and a Norelco OneBlade thingy for cheeks/neck. In and out in about 5-7 mins not too bad. For the bearded folk, I want to know what oils/conditioners you use. I'm currently enjoying the Mitch MVRCK brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuNKeY | 241 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I can only go so far with facial hair as I have a form psoriasis that flairs up a lot, scalp, eyebrows, mustache and goatee so have to keep it maintained or its like I've been attacked by low grit sandpaper followed by gasoline. So far I have tried disposables, dollar shave club razors, and currently I bought a Manscaped brand kit which worked great at first but now the damn electric razor "lawnmower 2.0" doesn't seem to hold a charge anymore, their straight razors aka "the plow" are good for the most part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanooki | 5,079 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I use the basic gillette fusion as it's the only one I've found in years that doesn't mess my face up. I've tried many others, even mail away Harry's and it doesn't cut as well and tends to hurt. Creams and the rest do me no good either, so just a hot steam in the shower with a mirror is best. I find that one I do use it can last months for me, usually it is seriously falling apart before I quit so I can make a 4pk last like a year. The trick is you get this annoying period for a couple weeks after a month of use, and if you push through it (and still not as bad as the others and still cuts smooth too), you hit this other side of that rough patch it lasts until it literally fails. It may take a few more passes, not like electric, but you get the idea, but it keeps on working. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammerfestus | 4,092 Posted December 25, 2019 Share Posted December 25, 2019 Disposable razor. If I’ve got a little extra time (which I rarely do) I’ve got a safety razor I’ll use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrekMD | 1,498 Posted December 25, 2019 Share Posted December 25, 2019 I use an electric razor. My beard grows in all directions, so this is more practical for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefaultGen | 5,707 Posted December 25, 2019 Share Posted December 25, 2019 I use the most expensive Gilette Mach 5 ice shield fusion pro bullshit. All cartridges kinda suck, but the extremely expensive ones definitely suck the least. I should give safety razors another go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themisfit138 | 523 Posted December 25, 2019 Share Posted December 25, 2019 If you have a lot of time a straight razor is the best quality shave. For everyday use I found the Schick Hydro 3 to be a decent shave. This is after trying multiple different razor types and brands. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JordyRamone | 30 Posted December 26, 2019 Share Posted December 26, 2019 Safety razor all the way. I use to get horrible ingrowned hairs that would get infected when I was using a Mach 3. I have been using a safety razor for years now and have not looked back. I noticed some ppl here are saying the time it takes is the same as before. I don't agree tho it doesn't take a ton more time. I always do two passes. So I shave then have to lather up again and repeat in a different direction. I would not recommend only doing one pass. I know some ppl say to do three but I stick with two. The shave I get is usually better than I would get using a Mach 3 and is quite a bunch cheaper. I recommend getting a brush and using shaving cream for wet shaving. Personally I'm not a fan of the mug hard soaps and strongly prefer Taylor of bond shaving cream Hope this information can help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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