1st Time Headshave w/Safety Razor | Is It Worth It?
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- Опубліковано 14 чер 2022
- I’ve been asked many times why I don’t use a safety razor. Well, today I try it for the first time. Will it be worth it?
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I started shaving my face with a straight razor at 14 as my dad was a barber from the old country so he taught me all he knew about shaving. I have a 4 o'clock shadow by noon and it isn't unusual for me to shave twice a day. When I started shaving my head, a straight razor was tough so I turned to disposables which was costly over time. I now have an extensive collection of safety razors and have been using them for about 20 years. I experiment with different blade and razor combinations, soaps, oils, creams, brushes and after shave splashes and balms. It's sort of became a grooming hobby for me now. Kinda makes it fun and interesting. Hope you enjoy it as well. Shine on!
With that kind of knowledge and experience you should start a UA-cam channel devoted to that. It would do very well.
Thanks for watching!
do you shave against the grain with a DE safety razor everyday?
Yep! Shave my head in 2 passes, one across and one against the grain. Watching some of the online videos has inspired me to go back to straight razor face shaving and having a great time with it. Picked up a Feather changeable blade Japanese style razor and having some great results. No need for honing and stropping which works well for me. BBS shaves both face and head are what I strive for unless I'm short on time. Usually 2 passes and a touch up gets me there. I use the sharpest blades that I can find to keep the passes down. Enjoying your videos. Honest and to the point. Not obnoxious like some can be. Keep up the great work!
Shine on:
butch @@DongDonos
@@butch755 I've been shaving my head daily with the grain and against for two years now. I love it super close, but my problem now is I have compounded scars from nicks, cuts, and scrapes. I'm starting to get frustrated, as I don't know yet if there's a chance to completely get rid of the scars.
Just a suggestion, when I cut my skin shaving, I avoid the spot or don't shave for 3 days until the wound closes. An alum block treatment after each shave speeds up healing as every pass of your razor is exfoliating skin and has to grow back. Cold water shaving instead of hot makes it easier to shave off hairs. Hot water rinse and then cold water final wash closes pours. After final rinse and dry I apply witch hazel and allow it to dry on my skin as it allows the pours to do their job. I wait for about 10 minuets after that before I apply any after shave splash, balms or creams. If I'm just staying home, I'll apply 100% aloe as an after shave lotion. Been wet shaving for about 50 years and have tried a lot of things and this seems to be what works for me. Your welcome to give any or all of them a try and keep what you will and disregard the rest. the most important thing is to remember to have a good time.
Shine on:
butch@@DongDonos
Try this when you shave back of your head put a mirror with a handle in your hand turn around with the mirror faceing the other mirror you can't go wrong you can see what you are doing lot easier to shave that way
Thanks for sharing your experience. I have shaved my head for years with a Headblade Moto but I'm looking into moving to a safety razor for a closer shave and the long term savings.
I have been using DE on face and head for over 10 years and have saved a fortune on blades. I love the weight of a well made heavy handle.
DE razors are definitely worth for a try to see if you can get on with them. Economically sustainable, cheap as chips, and above all close as hell in the right hands. When you're on point with them they beat anything else hands down in terms of closeness. Time spent using a DE is my only issue, so I use a leaf as my daily (beyond amazing!), and a DE at weekends when I have luxury time for the best head shave out there. Be sure to get the right blade for you though (leaf or DE). I use Astra's or feathers. The leaf blades that shipped with it are frankly shat which made for a bad first experience. Sorting the blades out paved the way for the DE for me.
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
The quality of the blade itself is also important. I use Astra superior platinum double edged myself, with good results.
I have a leaf razor and absoultley love it
You are KINGSIZE Master of Headshave!
Of COURSE it takes longer!
Don't EVER dare to shave your head with that razor in a hurry!
I still have my Father's old Gillette razor (1960's!!!). I use it for my head with the custom Wilkinson blades.
In case you have bald pattern areas on your head, be careful THERE!
And, YES, thanks to your advice, I use moisturizer since about a year! When I discovered your channel, which is a GIFT to every sensual, philosophically thinking human being!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR REFLECTIVE AND THOUGHTFUL VIDEOS!
And definitely for your headshave advices!
Wich made my headshave Monkey business much more easier! 👍🌹🏆🎖️💪
I'll give this a shot once I'm comfortable using a razor on my head. I've got several safety razors. I can tell you, there is a HUGE jump with different blades. "Feather" makes by far the sharpest blade I've ever used, regardless of what holder is used. To this day, that blade still makes me a little nervous, even going with the grain.
I used to be a cartridge guy, but I love my Leaf Razor for head shaving and then I use their Leaf Twig for lining my beard up and sideburns. You get a ton of precision with the Twig. The money saving portion is what sold me on it
In my experience cartridge razors are trash. I never get the shave I'm happy with.
I've been using my Gillette 1912 de for years now. I also use conditioner to shave. I use the dorco301 blades which cost hardly anything. In my experience I've discovered that the secret to a good shave is in the preparation. Nothing fancy but I wash my head then apply the conditioner then shaving is like cutting through butter. I shave about every three days and the hairs absorb more water and conditioner so they're softer and easier to shave. I don't make a big deal over it but takes me about 10 minutes to do the job.
Interesting! Might give it a try in the future, really like your channel, placed my order with Artius Man, used your code, thank you so much
Right on man! Any way I can help!
You have a cut on top your head on the right side left side toward the back Greg. Good job.
I started out on a safety razon in my teens back in the late 60's. I had a Gillete adjustable razor back then. I kept using it though the late 70's when it just got to difficult to find the blades. As soon as I discovered that the razors and blades were available I went back to them.
Just came across this video, I've been using a de razor for a few years now but, for my head I use a leaf razor, by far the best head shaver on the market
Absolutely love your videos! Thanks for getting me to shave my own head
Hey, that’s great to hear! Thanks man!
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I've tried various DE razors of the years, and by far the best one (for me) has been the Leaf Thorn. It's super easy to use, and it uses half blades. $60 and you're basically set for life. No need for special blades; you just buy normal blades and snap them in half. So with a $10 pack of 100 standard DE blades, you get a minimum of 200 shaves, which you can stretch even further if you're fine with using the same half-blade more than once. At 1-2 shaves per week, that single pack of blades easily lasts over 2 years.
As a matter of fact, I saw your older video where you suggested using conditioner for shaving, and I've been doing the conditioner + Thorn combo ever since. I'm in and out of the bathroom in 10-15 minutes. Give it a try if you're still searching for options!
Thorn or twig mate?
@@KrisVic91 I use the thorn. I've got pretty thick hair (at least what's left of it) so I figured I needed the extra aggression. Haven't tried the twig.
@@dflosounds cool, cool. Seem to be go to for head shaving now.
Pretty insane, how men some men have probably been shaving ther heads since the 50s, yet, 2018, 2019, still getting innovation with companies like Leaf.
The thing about a one-bladed razor like a safety razor is instead of having 3, 4, and 5 blades is it's better for your skin because it's not as harsh and you're not as likely to get bumps or razor burn. But it does take a little bit longer to shave. If you like that idea of having only one blade but the feel of a cartridge razor, I recommend trying the Leaf Twig razor! Thanks for your videos Greg you helped me with shaving my head and I'm really good at it now!!!
P.S. I'm only 18! And started shaving my head at 17!!
I have a 15 years experience of using safety razor Greg !
except afew times I always used safety razor in my shaves !
You can ask me every thing about them !
my suggestion to you for head shave is to use merkur 34c HD razor , because it's a mild shaving razor and you're not gonna cut yourself with it also it has a brilliant quality , so handy and beautiful designed , and for the blade I tried many brands of double edge blades , everyone says Feather is the best one but the result I always get from Wilkinson blades is the best !
That’s good to know! I may pick your brain for tips and ideas later
@@GregBoswell428 that's gonna be honor for me mr Boswell 🌹🌹🌹
Greg, I heard you mention the short handle on the Van Der Hagen. If I may interject?
Rather than the Merkur 34C HD, get the Merkur 38C. Same razor head, but longer handle. I started with the 34C, but wasn't happy with the short handle. Then Geofatboy suggested the 38C.
@@caninedrill_instructor5861 ok, I’ll look into that. Thanks!
@@GregBoswell428
You're quite welcome.
I'm gonna keep using my Braun series 9 for the head as it's super quick, shaves very close and I get 0 irritation, but I recently bought a safety razor for my facial hair, as the Braun doesn't do a good job in the area underneith the chin and on the throat. Bought a pack of 200(!) Astra Superior Platinum blades for 16€, which equals to the price of 4 blades for the old Gilette ProGlive I've been using for my facial hair before. I think it's much more economical than disposable razors or multi-blade razors.
Definitely try the TWIG leaf razor, I currently use that one and it’s really good with the van der Hagen shave butter
I really do need to try it. A lot of guys say really positive things about it
leaf is the benchmark for head shave IMO. greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I shave my head twice a week and own quite a few saftey razors...
Hands down without question the best headshaver I've ever used is the Murker Slant razor...(long handle version) goes through days of stubble effortlessly with no irritation or tugging...
Slants slice through hair rather than chop...
Also... they achieve the slant angle by slightly twisting the blade which puts a spring load on the steel.. making it stiffer and less prone to vibration.. which will make a blade bite...
I have a beard to and use a Leaf Thorn on my face great for detail work and uses standard blade you snap in half..
A 10 cent blade good 2 refills!... I will never ever go back to rip off cartridges again.
I am going to try this tonight. I have always used the women Gillette leg shaving blades and they work really well.
how did your shave turn out? greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I've been using a double edge Mühle razor for 4 years now and it makes for a nice shave. The occasional nick is common though. I just switched over to my leaf razor again, after loading it with 2 feather blades. The result was insanely good and without any irritation. Prior i used Astra blades in it and with those it was inferior to the DE, but feather was to harsh in the DE, does wonders in the leaf though.
I’ve heard that’s a good razor
Your videos opened my mind to beard trimming/styling. Thanks for all the tutorials. Been shaving my head for 8 years. For me, Premium Omnishaver is the best. Give it a try. Looking forward to your opinion.
Thank you! I’ll take a look at the Premium Omnishaver. Thanks for the suggestion!
Great video. Always wanted to try a safety razor but have been hesitant because of the fear of cutting myself. You demonstrated a great technique on the very first shave using a safety razor and it was a complete success. You didn't cut yourself or irritate your skin at all and that is very impressive for a first time user of this type of razor! I'm glad you enjoyed the experience.
The blades are definitely more affordable than cartridge razors because you can get packs of 100 blades for around 10 or 15 dollars. Which is much better than spending nearly 20 dollars for just 4 cartridges of Gillette multiblade razors. Not sure about the longevity of these safety blades like you mentioned in the video, my guess is you should only use them a couple of times then toss them because you can get so many for cheap.
I like that you have two sides on the safety razor so that you can spin the razor around and use the other clean side which means you can rinse both sides off at once and reduce the amount of overall times you have to stop and rinse the entire razor under the faucet. This looks like a good product, especially since you say it got your head very smooth which is something that is very important to a lot of head shavers.
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
I have used a DE safety razor for years on my head. Like you, my first time I was a little nervous. The more you do it, the more the process will speed up. Economically, I buy 100 astra blades on amazon for 9-10 dollars. Last me every bit if 2 years. I also wondered when I first started why I hadn’t tried before. You can shave a week or more of growth off with a DE razor, try that with a cartridge. Finally, I have used a lot of shaving soaps, but the eucalyptus mint from proraso I feel is the best. Makes head slick, smells great, and leaves your head feeling soft and conditioned
safety razors rock. Been using one for my head for years. Will never go back to a disposeable
I started shaving my head and my face with a DE razor just a few months ago. I got a Henson razor in Medium aggression and I have been a big fan so far. It took me awhile to get used to a DE razor because I had picked up bad habits from using cartridge razors for so long. But after I learned I haven't looked back. I am saving so much money as well. I picked up like 400 Astra green blades from Amazon for just over $40.00. If I were to be trying to buy that amount of Gillette cartridges, it would have cost me literally thousands of dollars. The blades are so cheap, I only use them once, and then I toss them. I don't see me ever going back to cartridges. The ingrown hairs, bumps, and razorburn on my face and head are a thing of the past now.
You make some good point there. There is a learning curve with this. It is different than the the disposables.
does the safety razor can be as close as the cartridges? it was my first using safety razor today and i got cuts, and it's so hard to go against the grain too.
@DongDonos if you really want to use safety razors, it takes time. Go slow and don't put pressure. Let the weight of the razor be the only pressure. Again, go slow. I started using a dollar tree razor. I now use a vikings blade. DE's shave close. I love it. I shave my head in the shower with only water. I thought about going back to cartridges during the learning period. But now I'm good enough that I doubt I will ever go back now. Good luck with your journey.
@@steved.5444 thanks for this! i really did my final touches today with a cartridge for comparison and it still did better, but i'll be sticking with the safety razor because i love the process though it usually takes an hour to finish shaving my head.
Good video. I've watched other guys on head shaving videos, use the safety razor. However, you're my go to guy for head and beard trimming. Good to know your thoughts 👍
I really appreciate that. Thank you, sir!
I've been shaving my face with a double edge safety razor for 8+ years. It really helped with irritation and bumps, especially in my neck area. I've never been able to transition to shaving my head with a safety razor because it is more time consuming and I can't get as close of a shave as I can with a disposable razor due to the shape of my head.
You're killing me Greg. You converted me to Harry's razors and conditioner for head shaving and now you might switch to a double edge razor?! I might have to try the DE again... LOL
If you switch to a double edge safety razor for head shaving permanently, there are many, many, many artisan shaving soaps and scents to choose from and it can be addicting. The money you save on the blades gets taken over by buying soaps and other DE safety razors... :)
Well, I’m sure it won’t be permanent because I want to try a bunch of different things. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great video! I started shaving my head about a year ago and I actually started with the exact same razor you´re using in this video. I hadn´t even shaved my head with a regular razor before so I didn´t have any point of comparison but I liked it a lot. It sure took me about 45 minutes to finish the first time haha, nowadays I do a quick 4 minutes 1 pass clean up everyday which i truly enjoy.
Currently I use the Gillette Heritage which is a really cool razor too but I found out that Van Der Hagen razor to be a really good headshaver because it´s fairly mild and forgiving which is appreciated on the "stretched" skin of the top of the head which can be pretty easy to cut with a more aggresive razor.
Once you´re finished with your blades I would recommend you to pick up a "sampler" which are kind of an asorted bag of different blade brands so you can try out and find which one you like more before buying a 100 count pack, you´ll be impressed about how different the exact same razor can be with each different blade. I found out Astra SP, Wilkinson Sword and Dorco to pair really well with it.
Finally. a quick tip about that blade box. It was a bit difficult to open that way because it wasn´t supposed to open haha. You should only push a bit and "slide" one blade at a time through the little slot you can see in the side. And the "bigger" slot you can see in the back of the box is for you to safely store the used blades.
Thanks for the video! Cheers from Mexico.
You have some really good suggestions here which I’ll take. I figured I was handling that box wrong but I worked with it for awhile before even turning the camera on and had trouble with it. It’s just me though. I’m like a child when it comes to stuff like that 😆
do you shave against the grain everyday?
@DongDonos I actually dont shave against the grain ever. The daily clean up is just across the grain. It wont be as smooth to the touch but it will look really close and, more important, i dont get any kind of irritation and the shave is really enjoyable
@@brianlarrazabal Thanks for this. I've been shaving my head daily with the grain, across, and against. I have no issue during the first year until recently I realized that the scars from nicks, cuts, and scrapes are too much as it compounded for two years. This is my main problem now, and I'm thinking of shaving only with the grain and accross starting today.
@@brianlarrazabal The problem with not shaving against the grain is that there are areas where the razor would hit against the grain, even though that's not your intention. You'll end up with some parts shaved with the grain, while the others are across and against.
Great video, I've been using a DE for years now but I remember feeling nervous to begin with! Did you persevere with the DE or switch back to the cartridge?
I switch back and forth between 4 different things
The shave looked great. I have been using a 1960 Gillette Fat Boy for 9 years on face and head. My take is use what gives you the best shave and go from there. My personal preference is with Shave Soap and Brush, but again, if you get great results keep doing it! Enjoyed the vid!
Thank you
What setting
@@preciousvalentinolagv2328 Setting 6, even if a couple of days growth on head.
I am using safety razor for years for head and face. There is nothing better. I tried many (Muhle R89, R41, Merkur Progress, Edwin Jagger). Now I got Rockwell 6c and it's best of it.
I know it’s all about the experience and saving the environment, but it all seems so cumbersome to me. I use headslick and Harry’s and it’s so easy, also get a baby smooth shave.
That was awesome to see! There are so many good safety razors out there and so many blades sadly it can become a black hole if you start to enjoy the hobby ;) Would love to see you invest in better equipment like a Rockwell and any blade from Gillette to really get the best shaves!
Greg Boswell hahaha bro I have the same exact product and had the same exact encounter with the package funny. But I did watch videos before attempting it. What I ran into making me 2nd guess 1st was the shave soap (I use) lather (thicker is better. 2nd is the razor (it's not it it's the included blades). 3rd is the pre shave (shave soap for me has been best with a skin prep of a slight coat of gel or maybe an oil for better lubricity). And for a lather a brush caters to it a ton. The whole experience is based on how pampered and better treated you want your skin to be. The included blades tho suck but once shaving with them they make it more difficult to not get a feel for the right angle. But I researched and found the "Gillette Platinum" blades that are very premium for barely $10 per 100 ct pack on Amazon. The blades are so much sharper and smooth when shaving it made me laugh when paired with a thick lather, that same Van Der Hagen razor, and a shave gel (I use) all paired together. I was like finally that's what the hype is all about and can't wait for my next shaves with the next products for my preferred scents. Anyway I hope this was helpful. Enjoy and have fun!!! It only gets better🤘
Thanks greg, I want to ask you what is the best beard conditioner
There’s a lot of them out there but my top 3 are made by Artius Man, The Beard Struggle, and Bossman. The scents make no difference but the effectiveness of their conditioners are noticeably different than other brands I’ve tried. I hate washes and conditioners that are watery and have no substance.
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Need to invest in a good adjustable DE for head shaves. My Merkur Progress, my Fatboy, and Slim all work excellent for head shaves.
I would look into the leaf razors
I’ll probably do that
leaf razor are great, specifically for dome shaves. greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
The best razor for head shave is the Leaf razor. Try it out
Have you heard of the Leaf Razor? It's basically a mix of a normal cartridge razor and a safety razor. Also functions very similarly to a safety razor but without the steep learning curve. You can also use whatever blades you like in it, it fits up to 3. Been using the smaller brother, the Twig, that only fits one blade, for almost a year now and I really like it.
I really need to check that out. I hear a lot of good things about it.
That's the one I use. It always gets the job done. The quality of the shave is entirely dependent on the quality of the blades.
@@ericauen Exactly. The blades that came with it were kinda meh, but the Astra Platinum and the (as much as I hate to admit it) King C Gilette are great, not to mention how dirt cheap it is to shave with these. I think I am gonna get the normal Leaf Razor some day too, but it seems like they only offer it with that standing thing for an additional 30 bucks and I don't need that thing at all. Otherwise I'd have probably already bought it.
@@WButterTBWButter Yeah I've heard a lot of good things about the Astra Platinum blades. I haven't tried them out yet but I'm going to. I only have the Twig razor and I love it, money well spent in my opinion.
@@ericauen Yeah, I also have the Twig and the Astras are great. I do not feel a noticeable difference between them and the Gilettes either. I think I've gotten like a pack of 25 blades (which is 50 in reality) and it lasted me like 6 months. Was 2,50 euros. I use the blades on my beard too and they easily last 3-4 shaves if you clean them properly.
I am looking try the safety razor just to see if their will be a difference in closeness of the shave. Thanks for the video.
It will take me a little longer to know for sure
what is you observation after use?greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
Merkur 15C is the best safety razor, shaves much better than the 34C being a open comb👍
What works best for me… Leaf Twig with Voskhod blade on my head and King C Gillette with Feather blade on my face… both with shave soap.
Hi, Greg! Have you tried using a safety razor on your head again since posting this video? If so, what are your thoughts? I really like the idea of using a safety razor for head shaving; however, the few times I’ve tried it took considerably longer than using a disposable razor, and the shave was not as close in places. Thanks for your insights!
It’s funny you ask because I was just thinking about how I need to do a follow up video on this. You’ve just confirmed that I probably should. Thank you!
In a nutshell, yes I have.
I keep a beard and I don't shave my head, but I do shave around my cheeks and neck area to keep the beard looking sharp. I've been using a safety razor for 15 years, compared to those disposable razors, or the razors with replaceable heads, these are so much cheaper. I bought a 100 pack of derby razor blades from amazon a few years ago for $8. and those will last me forever... I just change my blade every 5 shaves or so, not that i really need to do it that often because the area i shave is so small but still.
Sounds like a winner to me 👍
This video just showed up in my timeline. As I have been watching different channels about safety razors.
Apparently the Leaf Twig or Thorne. Is a great safety razor for doing head shaves.
That's what I hear
I've been shaving with a DE for over a decade, partly because it's a lot cheaper but also happy to not be throwing plastic into landfill and squirting aerosols. I've been DIY #1 cropping my hair for about the same length of time but it's coming to the point where I'm considering a full shave but I'm still nervous about the capacity for nicks because of all the different shapes, out of sight, on my head...
Try using an electric shaver or a cartridge razor with a skin guard first. I wouldn’t use a DE razor on it for awhile. Your skin has to get used to the contact with the metal. Conditioner will be your best friend. Use that instead of shaving cream.
I recently switched back to a DE safety razor from a shavette. Currently I'm using a Parker 98r and it has been wrecking my head. I'm currently looking for a quality adjustable DR razor. Does anyone have suggestions?
I'm using safety razor from 7 years and can say it gives you the closest shave but be careful dragging to much can give you irritation and crocodile skin as same time some razor bumps so shave one in a week and you will be fine great video bro
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
Top of head is the easy bit, one pass.. - the test is the rear of the head /sides and getting that baby smooth without endless passes. Have tried disposable with different gels and soaps and arko with a brush has won out, improves things.
well said. greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I watched this video a year ago when I started shaving my head. I used a cartridge razor a few times, but I was looking for a better, and more economical way. I bought a Viking Revolution safety razor from Amazon for less than $20. It comes with 10 blades and has lasted me the whole year. I just bought a blade pack of 50 for $10. Now I'm set for the next 5 years! I took your advice and use conditioner. It has worked well for me. I did have quite a few nicks the first few times. Ironically, I never used conditioner when I had hair. 😂
Stay bald and bearded, brother!
I don't think it actually gets closer than a disposable in fact it's probably the opposite. But it comes down to cost and environmental impact. You can get a box of 100 double sided blades for very cheap and it'll last you a very long time. Give the safety raz8a fair shake and also try different lathering techniques. You'll see what it's all about
I’ll definitely look that up. Thanks for recommending it!
Ryan H
That may depend on the number of passes that the shaver does.
I usually get a BBS with three passes and a cleanup pass..
i.e. With the grain, Across the grain, Against the grain. That's on both face and scalp.
Welcome to the safety razor brotherhood
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I also use Harry's carts and have for a couple years. over that time I've tried a few saftey razors this brand being one but every time I slice my head wide open....not sure what I'm doing wrong but I end up going back to Harry's every time. (currently I'm trying to get used to the leaf and am going back and forth between Harry's and the leaf)
Yeah, time and again I keep hearing the Leaf razor mentioned and it really makes me curious. The Harry’s razors are really good
@@GregBoswell428 I've tried the Leaf for about a year, Harry's are way better, even a simple Gillette beats the Leaf unfortunately. The idea is great, but the product is not ready in my opinion. Same with the Omnishaver, tried that too. I've never cut myself that badly with anything else.
Ever since I switched to a safety razor about a decade ago, it made shaving more enjoyable. I hated using those 5 blade Gillette things.
I have a Rockwell 6S. My first and only safety razor and I don't plan on buying a new one or different brand because this one works so well.
Blades matter a lot. I find that blades by this Japanese company called Feather are the best you can get.
This same company sells a highly rated straight razor, but I don't think I'm ready to venture into that world yet (or ever).
If you want to make the blades last longer, rinse and use it with cold water.
Iv just tried using a safety razor and it wouldn't cut my hair. I mean at-all. Why? Am I doing something wrong or do I just have too thick hair?
3 good shaves before change blade
That sounds good to me
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
Another Merkur razor/Derby blade user. But on my face - the thought of using on my head is scary. For face I use shaving oil underneath traditional shaving cream as that combo seems to minimise nicks. And I religiously only use 3 light strokes per side before rinsing the blade and moving to a different area. Watching those multiple strokes had me wincing! Any irritation/burn post shave?
My scalp did feel it more than usual but I kind of expected that because I don’t have a feel for that kind of razor yet so I’ll definitely have to take shorter strokes going forward.
Do you use an Alum block post shave?
I'm 17 and i shave my head just cos I like it and I'm think in I'd buying a safety razor so thanks for the vid
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I like using brush to spread shaving soap on my head. I find it much better than using my hands.
The cool thing about safety razors is that you don't need to trim any hair first, even if it clogs up you just need to open it a little bit and rinse it
Very good point
@@GregBoswell428 Also, look at Treet Platinum razor blades
As a guy in my 20s I shave everything. I moved to a safety razor and get less ingrown hairs, and a closer shave. The less blade that pokes out the better the shave but the more you need to wash it out.
I get about three head shaves / blade. I get a 100 pack of Feather blades from amazon for about $40. Disposables are INFINITELY MORE EXPENSIVE.
That really is cost effective
feathers are wonderful blades. greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
Do you shave your back? If so, what do you use?
I have the same van der hagen safety razor & its my FIRST time EVER gna try a DE razor! Im nervous too & any feedback from anybody will be awesome!!
Maintain the 30 degree angle with no pressure & that's all there is. Been doing my head & face with a safety razor for over 10 years now. I only do a single pass with the grain because I'm not going for BBS just DFS
That’s good advice
greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
Mate what does DFS mean? It's been doing my head in trying to figure it out.
@@KrisVic91DFS = Damn fine shave. Meaning you can still feel VERY light stubble but it's still very close vs BBS= baby butt smooth shave
@@Orcasrule6355 thank you. I'm familar with bbs but not dfs, it was driving me nuts ha.
That’s the same exact razor I use for my face. Different blades tho
DE blades are exponentially more affordable. I literally use a new blade every single shave and save tons over cartridges!
I just shaved my head for the first time and as someone who has been using a safety razor to shave my face for the past few years. i do not recommend it for someone shaving their head for the first time. I immediately nicked myself a few times and boy does it sting with conditioner. ended up finishing it off with a multiblade razor and had no problems. might try again when i have more experience. I should add that i think it was just because it was the first time my head had been shaved at all, so all those little bumps were getting scraped.
You're probably right
I regular knife.
Ive used the safety razor for 10 plus years. The quality and feel of the safety razor is important but The Razor Blade you choose is Critical !.
I’m sure you’re right. I’ve got a lot to learn about this. Hopefully, it will be enjoyable.
@@GregBoswell428 just like the Beard journey the razor is similar. Shop around dont overlook quality. You appear to be thorough. Enjoy sir and thanks again !
I really pref the safety because the huge money i save with double edge blades
Before I grew a beard, this is what I used daily. I'm not sure if I'm brave enough to use it on my head 😅
You got yourself what they call a 'weeper'. Happens with this type of shaving. I used the safety razors for a while but eventually went back to harry's. Faster, less cuts and irritation. You have to be very cognizant with safety razor shaving or you'll take a chunk out of your head. I know lol.
For sure
One of the biggest advantages is that you don't have a "lubricating strip" packed with questionable chemicals
Interesting
The blades are German made not the razor company. German blades are supposed to be top of the line
top blades. greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
The Henson AL13 is the best DE head shaver of all safety razors. The Henson AL13 is a DE safety razor that is smooth and nearly impossible to cut yourself with. It is safer than any DE safety razor and it shaves more efficiently than a cartridge razor. Anyone that is coming from cartridge razors should own one.
I’ll look into that
I believe I get a better shave with a safety razor over those multi-bladed razors.
Yeah, that’s one thing I failed to mention. I’m used to 3,4,5 blades and with this one blade I got remarkably closer than I thought I would
now use a shaving soap and brush and u will shave with perfection
I dont care about it being shiny i just want a smoother head
And replacement blades are so cheap....overall safety razors are better and much more cost effective over the other blades
I imagine that they are
Amazon sells a variety pack from different manufacturers for you to try
@@markcairney1755 are they a universal fit?
@@GregBoswell428 I don't know for sure,possibly.
Yiu have the "open bay door style" where mine unscrews from the bottom and the top is released.
I'll do some research and let you know
@@GregBoswell428 Yes. The double edge razor blades in the variety pack fit any double edge razor. Double edge razor blades are a standard size. You will find that some blades are very sharp, such as Feather blades and others are smooth. Some are a good combination of both sharp and smooth. Everyone's skin is different, so it's good to try different blades to see which agree with your skin.
Hell no! I tried it and My scalp looked like a murder scene, I went back to back to my Gillette but then I found the Omni Shaver and that’s works wayyy better for me, my head is really smooth.
I did nick myself a little bit on the shave. It certainly does require a different touch. Someone else also mentioned the Omni. I’ll have to check that out.
@@GregBoswell428 I remember before growing my beard, I decided to try the safety razor and I tore up my face ! I’d be too scared to use it to shave my head.
@@md770 I definitely need to be more careful, that’s for sure
@@GregBoswell428 yeah, you don’t hold it the right angle, it’s game over.
It's easier than a cartridge razor. Just don't use too much pressure
20:47 - You nicked yourself a couple of times on either side of your head.
I'm an old fart with health issues, on blood thinners
Not a good idea for me to bleed. I feel saver with my five blade fusion.
I don’t blame you
Should have let your hair grow more when using this kind of razor
17:10 at that moment you almost cut yourself be careful please
Don’t buy a safety razor at target invest in a quality one they aren’t cheap
great advise. greetings from South Africa 🖖best wishes, dapper shaves
I'm scared to death to use a safety razor on my head.
Shit. I thought it was a good shave until I saw the cuts on your head. I'm a cartridge guy. Afraid to make the switch because I don't want to create scars on my perfect baldy.
Bro, i dont dare shave my head with a sFety razor, i dont trust my self.
I’ll be honest, I was nervous going into it
@@GregBoswell428 cool, bro! Glad it went well
IT IS THE WORST THING FOR SHAVING YOUR HEAD. WHY GO BACK TO THE PAST IF MODERN KNIVES ARE MORE EFFICIENT.
It’s German, not Dutch
Can you speak English ?
It’s the only thing I can speak
Greg, I watch Mark Szorady on UA-cam. He is a wealth of information regarding head shaving, razors, blades, etc.
You will find most guys go 3 shaves on one blade which after doing the math DE shaving (in the beginning) is a whole lot cheaper. That being said, if the DE shaving evolves in to a hobby it can turn expensive real quick. There are hundreds of razors, soaps, balms, aftershaves, brushes, blades out there.hang on and enjoy the experience 🪒💈