Calling all baldies
Discussion
LordGrover said:
dai1983 said:
I understand what you both mean and to a certain extent I agree with the low maintenance aspect of being bald. Don't you ever think "I wish I had the option to do something different"?
If we could have thick, luxuriant hair that doesn't grey then maybe. I just do a no-guard 'as close as possible' clip once a week.
I just use battery powered clippers that cost £15 before showering. Like someone else said, never oiled or maintained other than a cleaned afterwards.
I'm really tempted to smear my head in hair removal cream though. Spread it on, wait 10 mins, wash off...anyone tried it on their head?
I just use battery powered clippers that cost £15 before showering. Like someone else said, never oiled or maintained other than a cleaned afterwards.
I'm really tempted to smear my head in hair removal cream though. Spread it on, wait 10 mins, wash off...anyone tried it on their head?
irocfan said:
LordGrover said:
dai1983 said:
I understand what you both mean and to a certain extent I agree with the low maintenance aspect of being bald. Don't you ever think "I wish I had the option to do something different"?
If we could have thick, luxuriant hair that doesn't grey then maybe. 
Actually I don't think I'd like 'thick, luxuriant' hair, it just sounds a nightmare.
redtwin said:
Feel free to call whatever you like.
Brushing/combing several times a day, paying for haircuts that you have to constantly instruct the barber how you want it done, buying separate shampoo and conditioner (not to mention styling gels, if so inclined) and spending time using it vs an extra 3 minutes in the shower with a wet razor you are already using on your face.
The only practical disadvantage would be having to keep the sun off your scalp. The vanity issue disappears after your first compliment from the opposite sex.
+1 for me, was losing my hair from the age of 20 and although it doesn't do wonders for your confidence, getting it all off is much better than having the monk look, also helps if you're quite good looking Brushing/combing several times a day, paying for haircuts that you have to constantly instruct the barber how you want it done, buying separate shampoo and conditioner (not to mention styling gels, if so inclined) and spending time using it vs an extra 3 minutes in the shower with a wet razor you are already using on your face.
The only practical disadvantage would be having to keep the sun off your scalp. The vanity issue disappears after your first compliment from the opposite sex.
Pints said:
Challo said:
LordGrover said:
Not keen on the wet-shave head. Within hours it's like velcro and everything catches or sticks; from pulling on/taking off jumpers to head on the pillow. Guardless clipper for me.
I have one of these and use a 1.5 grade. I prefer it short but no wet shave. Cracking little piece of equipment. Really easy to DIY.
I'm surprised really after all the rave reviews they have got but maybe the circumstances are different and perhaps they're more suitable to leaving the hair a bit longer than i'm used to. They're going back as they aren't a patch on the Wahl Balding that i currently use which have been faultless for at least five years; sometimes the grass isn't always greener!
Bigbox said:
Pints said:
Challo said:
LordGrover said:
Not keen on the wet-shave head. Within hours it's like velcro and everything catches or sticks; from pulling on/taking off jumpers to head on the pillow. Guardless clipper for me.
I have one of these and use a 1.5 grade. I prefer it short but no wet shave. Cracking little piece of equipment. Really easy to DIY.
I'm surprised really after all the rave reviews they have got but maybe the circumstances are different and perhaps they're more suitable to leaving the hair a bit longer than i'm used to. They're going back as they aren't a patch on the Wahl Balding that i currently use which have been faultless for at least five years; sometimes the grass isn't always greener!
I bought my Dad these - great for getting very low without the polished head look that you get with a bic http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wahl-Europe-8110-017-Baldi...
Challo said:
Bigbox said:
Pints said:
Challo said:
LordGrover said:
Not keen on the wet-shave head. Within hours it's like velcro and everything catches or sticks; from pulling on/taking off jumpers to head on the pillow. Guardless clipper for me.
I have one of these and use a 1.5 grade. I prefer it short but no wet shave. Cracking little piece of equipment. Really easy to DIY.
I'm surprised really after all the rave reviews they have got but maybe the circumstances are different and perhaps they're more suitable to leaving the hair a bit longer than i'm used to. They're going back as they aren't a patch on the Wahl Balding that i currently use which have been faultless for at least five years; sometimes the grass isn't always greener!
I never liked having hair, so wasn't at all bothered about losing it. In fact, I quite like it, wouldn't go back to having to do hair cuts and longer hair even if I could. Anyone have any suggestions for a decent head shaving set up? Using disposables at the minute, but never seems quite sharp enough.
I started going bald in my early twenties and after the initial shock I just got used to keeping my hair short(er) more often
To the OP, you can start off by trimming with clippers mains/rechargeable (I find batteries annoying) at first as this suits most baldies but I'd recommend shaving eventually if it suits you.
Personally, I enjoy being bald and tend to aim for the smoothest shiniest look, those I work with love taking the mick too, so it's all good fun
To the OP, you can start off by trimming with clippers mains/rechargeable (I find batteries annoying) at first as this suits most baldies but I'd recommend shaving eventually if it suits you.
Personally, I enjoy being bald and tend to aim for the smoothest shiniest look, those I work with love taking the mick too, so it's all good fun
I'm now 33 and started going bald at the very young age of 19. It was hard to accept at first but by 21 I was ready to shave it off for good. Started at 4 but went to open guard on an electric razor by 25. Last couple of years it's been a wet shave every 3 or 4 days ands its been much better than a 'buzz'cut.
Id much prefer to have the option to have hair or not but I've happily adjusted to having none. Its much much easier and cheaper. You never ever worry about hat hair, rain or wind! It doesn't suit everyone though.
Is recommend anyone who is already shaven to try the wet look once, as you might prefer it
Worst case scenario is a week maximum of waiting for it to grow back. I much prefer it at this length than at a 1 or 2. I used to find getting an electric razor which would shave it very short a problem
Id much prefer to have the option to have hair or not but I've happily adjusted to having none. Its much much easier and cheaper. You never ever worry about hat hair, rain or wind! It doesn't suit everyone though.
Is recommend anyone who is already shaven to try the wet look once, as you might prefer it
Worst case scenario is a week maximum of waiting for it to grow back. I much prefer it at this length than at a 1 or 2. I used to find getting an electric razor which would shave it very short a problem
Chicken Chaser said:
I'm now 33 and started going bald at the very young age of 19. It was hard to accept at first but by 21 I was ready to shave it off for good. Started at 4 but went to open guard on an electric razor by 25. Last couple of years it's been a wet shave every 3 or 4 days ands its been much better than a 'buzz'cut.
Id much prefer to have the option to have hair or not but I've happily adjusted to having none. Its much much easier and cheaper. You never ever worry about hat hair, rain or wind! It doesn't suit everyone though.
Is recommend anyone who is already shaven to try the wet look once, as you might prefer it
Worst case scenario is a week maximum of waiting for it to grow back. I much prefer it at this length than at a 1 or 2. I used to find getting an electric razor which would shave it very short a problem
it's costing me a bloody fortune in razor-blades TBH Id much prefer to have the option to have hair or not but I've happily adjusted to having none. Its much much easier and cheaper. You never ever worry about hat hair, rain or wind! It doesn't suit everyone though.
Is recommend anyone who is already shaven to try the wet look once, as you might prefer it
Worst case scenario is a week maximum of waiting for it to grow back. I much prefer it at this length than at a 1 or 2. I used to find getting an electric razor which would shave it very short a problem
I go for the 'Grade 0.5' look too. I'm really fussy about cutting method at the blade, & will only ever use Wahl clippers. Call it psychological, but it's the difference between a rotary mower & a proper cylinder - if you look at the grass blades afterward, they've been traumatised into shortening, versus perfectly 'sheared' with a scissor action. The mains Wahls are proper oscillating armature machines - which I think gives the best finish, esp where leaving some stubble. That round Babyliss will for example cut 'fuzzy'.
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