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blahman3344
United States2015 Posts
So I've been shaving for the past 2-3 years now, and I have been using A Gillette Fusion Power razor (pic below): + Show Spoiler + ![[image loading]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/asl_db5e2623e84bbb7eacc599465ee904ab/resources/images/media/640_5460_Gillette_Fusion_Power_Phantom_Razor_d17e44ae13ad_zoom.jpg) this particular one. So for the past 2-3 years, I've always used that razor, but the thing is that the shave I've been getting is not as close as I'd like it to be. I've been considering buying a new one (preferably electric) that will give me a closer shave. Do you guys have any suggestions/recommendations for a good one that gives me a close shave?  | ||
micronesia
United States24600 Posts
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Graham
Canada1259 Posts
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semantics
10040 Posts
Electric wont get as close, but if you're clumsy and just want to shave and get out they do save a ton of time. | ||
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seRapH
United States9715 Posts
On September 10 2010 14:27 Graham wrote: I too use an electric shaver, though I know a lot of people (and I agree) say that it doesn't give as close a shave as a razor does. It doesn't really bother me though since it's a load less hassle than using a razor. yeah same i need the time and efficiency because i CONSTANTLY wake up late and basically have to rush my morning routine. can't really do that with a real razor, so i settle for the electric. | ||
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[Fin]Vittu
Canada507 Posts
![[image loading]](http://www.techgadgets.in/images/razer-salmosa-gaming-mouse.jpg) by FAR the best razer i've ever owned. | ||
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BLinD-RawR
ALLEYCAT BLUES49625 Posts
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blahman3344
United States2015 Posts
On September 10 2010 14:40 [Fin]Vittu wrote: + Show Spoiler + this one: by FAR the best razer i've ever owned *facepalm* Not "Razer," razor | ||
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Jibba
United States22883 Posts
I use a Fusion Power and it's pretty damn close. I run the blade under cold water and use Nivea shaving cream. For under my chin, I do multiple passes left/right to make sure it's as smooth as I want. | ||
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news
892 Posts
Jibba, they say you're asian, how come you bother so much with shaving? You're such a mystery really | ||
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StorrZerg
United States13914 Posts
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Z3kk
4099 Posts
On September 10 2010 15:12 StorrZerg wrote: Keeping this page tabbed, i'll be back here in a few years i hope... This. :D All I know is that Gillette=endorsed by Roger Federer (∴ get a Gillette razor ^^) | ||
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dogabutila
United States1437 Posts
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cgrinker
United States3824 Posts
On September 10 2010 15:46 dogabutila wrote: I thought this was gonna be about mouse//mice. I couldn't find their website for the longest time on account of the spelling | ||
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Mindcrime
United States6899 Posts
On September 10 2010 15:28 Z3kk wrote: This. :D All I know is that Gillette=endorsed by Roger Federer (∴ get a Gillette razor ^^) You're on teamliquid.net; you should also know that Gillette sponsored one of the greatest OSLs ever. | ||
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QQplay
United States229 Posts
On September 10 2010 14:57 Jibba wrote: An electric shaver will not get as close as any blade razor. They deal with longer hair better, but they won't get as close. I use a Fusion Power and it's pretty damn close. I run the blade under cold water and use Nivea shaving cream. For under my chin, I do multiple passes left/right to make sure it's as smooth as I want. Shouldn't the blade be run under hot water because it opens pores or something and makes the hairs stand up? I use the same razor! :D | ||
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blue_arrow
1971 Posts
Pics of straight razor: + Show Spoiler + ![[image loading]](http://cdn1.ioffer.com/img/item/966/208/27/209211086_tp.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://www.commerciol.com/WebRoot/StorePT/Shops/ea1248/49B2/4DFE/6D0E/8156/2AAD/52DF/A378/D218/traditional_straight_razor.jpg) In terms of speed, electric > 'safety' > straight razor Generally people don't use straight razors though because you need alot of practifce, dexterity, and careful, precise control, otherwise you might fuck yourself up realllly bad. But if you really want a closer shave, really like the style, like to be a little more environmentally friendly, and just want to look cool and manly and brag about using a straight razor, then you should consider a straight razor. For me though, I'm using a similar razor as yours and it works out fine for me, as I like the balance between closeness of shave and time required for the shave. Standard razors can be very quick if you know what you're doing and can give you a close shave if you have the time. I do own a straight razor though simply because I like the style, however I rarely use it cause if you don't practice regularly you get pretty slow and you worry if you might cut yourself up right before an important outing. From my personal experience, if you want the closest shave possible and you're using the normal razor: 1. Make sure your blade is still sharp by comparing it to a new blade, if performace is similar keep your old blade until the next check 2. Wash your face with cold water to make the hairs stand up as much as possible 3. Make use of shaving cream (obviously) 4. Shave twice in opposite directions; usually this is most effective if you go once in the direction of the hair grain and then again in the opposing direction 5. Aftershave it up when you're done Of course I only do this when I have time and I'm going out somewhere; on a normal day I just wash my face and razor with cold water, then quickly but carefully shave once in the opposite direction of the hair grain. | ||
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Jibba
United States22883 Posts
On September 10 2010 15:03 News wrote: mach 3 so far Jibba, they say you're asian, how come you bother so much with shaving? You're such a mystery really Japajew. The polish wins out when it comes to facial hair, the japanese wins out when it comes to tanning.  | ||
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iPlaY.NettleS
Australia4315 Posts
if you have weak stubble they might be ok though , my stubble is thick and coarse so it just feels like its pulling rather than trimming | ||
tofucake
Hyrule18991 Posts
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NukeTheBunnys
United States1004 Posts
Take a hot shower before you shave. The heat makes the hair stand out a little bit more so you can get a closer shave. Make sure the blade is still sharp. The main thing that dulls a razor is water, so if you shake the razor, and blow on it to try and get what ever moisture you can off it, the head will last longer and you can keep getting a close shave on an older head(god damn those thigns are expensive) | ||
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Jibba
United States22883 Posts
Hot water will make your hair softer, but that's not the point. Cold water makes your hair stiff and less likely to bend, thus the razor is less likely to slip over them. The blade might wear out quicker, but you'll get a closer shave. Are you shaving your face or are you trying to preserve the blade? On top of that, cold water is healthier for the skin and is quite simply invigorating. Hot water dries out the skin and leaves it itchy. No matter what, you should be rinsing with cold water to close the pores. | ||
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Disposition
Canada77 Posts
I also have a straight razor, you get much better shaves but its a bit more time consuming, since you have to strop it each time and take a bit more care. + Show Spoiler + ![[image loading]](http://colinloretz.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/safety.jpg) | ||
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DrTJEckleburg
United States1080 Posts
I have a straight razor and a strop for when I need to sharpen it. I have at least a dozen different shaving creams, I use a brush on occasion, and I have a Gilette Fusion as well as a Merkur Safety Razor. The Merkur is very cost-effective since the blades for it are very cheap in comparison to the Fusion. Interestingly enough I find myself using the Fusion more often than not nowadays though simply due to my personal preference. To me, the razor is not the most important issue. Using the right shaving cream is essential to your shave, if you are feeling tugging and pulling, your shaving cream is not good. I normally lather up four times in order to do a pass with the grain, one across the grain, another across the grain the opposite way, and finally a fourth for against the grain. It sounds ridiculous but I feel no tugging whatsoever during my shaves, I apply minimal pressure, and I use short strokes. Using something like Proraso or Tom's of Maine shaving cream really makes a difference than just using Edge or Barbasol, which I still admit I have done and do when I run out of other stuff. My advice is to get a newer blade razor, try using some Edge shaving cream, and try using multiple passes with at different angles. If you keep finding yourself unsatisfied, then you can take it one step at a time by trying a new cream, maybe investing in a brush, and finally trying the Merkur razor. In regards to the hot water, I've always been a fan of using the hot water before my shave, despite the fact that I do indeed take cold showers. Do make sure you use an aftershave without any alcohol in it though! Use cologne if you want to smell good, don't wreck the skin of your face for a nice smell, alcoholic aftershaves dry out your skin big time. | ||
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