Is it better to use a good old fashion straight razor, or should i confrom to using new razors, with 5 blades?
97102
A good old-fashioned straight razor will give you the best shave you have ever had in your life... IF you learn how to do it properly.  If you sincerely try to learn (and put up with a couple of nicks the first time) you will never regret it, but if you want something fast and easy - go with the the new razors.  You have to shave more often with the new razors, and you never get quite as smooth, but it all depends on your priorities.\n\nHere are some excellent sites on how to use a straight razor:\nhttp://www.menessentials.com/oxid.php/sid/x/shp/oxbaseshop/cl/info/tpl/straight_razors.tpl\n\nhttp://www.premiumknives.com/ShopSite/Premium_Knives_Help_How_to_Shave_with_a_Straight_Razor.html
360892
Shave after a hot shower.  Ditch the three bladed-razor and use a 2 or 1 bladed.  Shave only in the direction of the grain.  Use a high quality cream (not drug store variety).  \n\nThe thing that helped me THE MOST was buying a shave brush.  My face has never looked better, and the shaves are super close.
776820
I can see replacing your 3 & 4 irons but not the five. The hybrids are mnore forgiving.  However, a standard five iron is an extremely accurate club and given the pitch you shouldn't have a problem such a club.
911690
It depends how sharp (or new) the blade is. The newer the better on the upstroke.\n\nAlso, pressure and respect for the topography are critical.\n\nAsk any Marine that wants a perfect score on inspection whether or not you can shave repeatedly up and down.\n\nDon't forget to have a thoroughly wet beard, that means, shower than shave. Don't shave before you shower.\n\nout
379962
As I got better at golf, basically I switched from a game improvement type iron to a forged cavity back which is less forgiving. When your handicap falls under 10 you should probably demo some blades musceback type irons and see if they work for you. If you are consisitent and rarely have truely bad swing days, aka shanks you are probably ready. If you have a mediocre swing the blades will maximize those faults and your scores will likely suffer.
605509
Certainly not recommended at all.  What makes us a man we keep the way it is.  Better to use a razor, in a shower, and do a couple of swipes to keep straggling hair inline.  This is good for hair under arms as well, and chest hairs too.\n\nMost of us guys are kinda proud of what we have and are glad to have all the hair that comes around it.\n\nBesides, if a guy did shave private parts, then they would be scrathy and itch.\n\nSo Hang in there (smile).
783631
If you have never had a shot or not have one in 5 years, it is wise to have one. But most likely, there is no danger from the shaving unless it contained rust. \n\nTetanus shots help protect the body from foreign substances which are mostly caused by rusty metals and metals containing bacteria.
630207
i use a single blade razor. all of those multi blade razors cause more irritation. i also shave down, in the direction of the hair growth, because its less stressful on the razor and on the skin. if you dont like shaving, i know some people who just trim the hair with a pair of scissors, but if you choose this method, be careful not to cut yourself. try some different things and see what works best for you.
288998
You mean shaving your A$$ ? Dude......thats grose. Are you serious? Don't tell me you went and got all serious on here. I guess you just use a gilette triple blade and do it in the shower so it doesn't look as if a beaver blew up on the bathroom floor!
379601
what about schick. they make razors, not as big as gillette, but they still make razors.\n\nAre you after company history? Go to their website
285206
Ummmm no there shouldn't be any hair left behind, just like when you shave your legs there is no hair left behind but it depends on the sharpness or your razor and if you have a good eye to get all the hairs.
134889
Shaved is good sometimes. I like to at least stay trimmed. More comfortable and good for oral.
1043166
I've had a problem  with razor bumps for years myself until Gillette came out with the Gillette Sensor line of razors blades including the Mach 1 Thur 3 and the new Gillette Fussion.They're expensive but i haven't had a razor bump since.
520737
you're always going to see evidence of the hair.  the razor is not removing it completely.  that would seriously be painful.  however my faial hair is very thick, and look at my pic-  my skin is smooth.  i use neutrogena razor defense gel and at least a 3 blade razor.  i love the 5 blade razor.  you can actually get a blade razor that vibrates and although it's an uncomfortable shave it's the best.  try a mach 5 with vibrate and neutrogena razor defense cream.  that cream is the best!!
201087
Are you sure you want to do that?? Trimming can give a nice effect also. Shaving really hurts and looks horrible when it starts to grow back.
802941
Absolutely not!  In fact waxing is a good thing because it is less invasive & irritating to your skin than shaving; it leaves your skin silky smooth because it removes the hair deeper as opposed to at just the surface & it also invigorates.  Plus the hair does not grow back for a much longer time & eventually throughout the years the hair will grow back more sparsely & finer, (less coarse)!  I have not taken a razor to my skin in 20 yrs.!
924352
try a shave gel and a better razor if you are using electric go to manual blade razor.