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SpyManiac007 · Jul 6, 2006, 01:28 AM

What age did you all start shaving regularly?

I'm 16 and this summer just had to start shaving on an every-other-day basis. I don't like it...too annoying!

007

kernokerno · Jul 6, 2006, 01:45 AM

Originally Posted by SpyManiac007

What age did you all start shaving regularly?

I'm 16 and this summer just had to start shaving on an every-other-day basis. I don't like it...too annoying!

007

i guess it was 15

UNTeMac · Jul 6, 2006, 01:50 AM

Be happy. High school chicks dig older (looking) guys.

Sage · Jul 6, 2006, 02:05 AM

Started when I was 14.

I’ve given up on doing a “proper” shave. Instead, I just take a wetted blade and quickly skim off what I can – no shaving cream, no trying to get every last minutia of hair off. I figure it’s more efficient to get 90% of the hair off within 30 seconds instead of 97% of the hair off within several minutes. Plus, it actually irritates my skin less, because the blade isn’t rubbing right up to it.

’Nother question: How many blades? I personally go for two; one is too dangerous (I’ve only cut myself on one-bladers), three snags too much and is annoying to clean, and any more than three just exacerbates the flaws.

MM-o4 · Jul 6, 2006, 02:08 AM

I'm 26 and I still don't need to shave everyday.

I guess I'mma girl-mon

MM

IceEnclosure · Jul 6, 2006, 02:22 AM

I get a pretty stout beard going if I let it go, unfortunately I've had jobs that require a clean face for a couple of years.

I use a Braun electric daily, and use a 3-blade whatever a few times a week. The hotter the water, the better, a good shave GEL, and a washed face. These are the ingredients that get me a close, comfortable shave.

Chuckit · Jul 6, 2006, 03:19 AM

13. I didn't like it. Still don't. I just dislike having a beard more.

ObiWan Flanders · Jul 6, 2006, 03:51 AM

I'm almost 21 and I still don't have to shave. I find this particularly fascinating as I haven't been carded since I was 16 and I don't know why.

blackbird_1.0 · Jul 6, 2006, 04:47 AM

Originally Posted by Sage

Started when I was 14.

Ditto.

Kr0nos · Jul 6, 2006, 05:05 AM

I started at around 15. At the time is was really stoked to be finally growing a 'manly' beard.

Today I whish I had less male hormones determining the growth of my 'hair'

Big Mac · Jul 6, 2006, 05:34 AM

I can't remember if I was 13 or 14. It is a PITA, though. I usually let it grow out until I or a family member is sick of it, or if there's an important event to attend. Now, however, I have a new shaver, and my objective is to keep the hair at a very short length. I like it when it first grows out, but after that it just gets annoying; if I can keep it near that length consistently I'll be happier.

subego · Jul 6, 2006, 06:01 AM

Originally Posted by Big Mac

I like it when it first grows out, but after that it just gets annoying; if I can keep it near that length consistently I'll be happier.

As someone who hates shaving as much as the next guy, can't use an electric shaver (no matter how hard I try I have too many spots the thing just won't get), and has no problem with the permanent 5 o'clock shadow, I can highly recommend to anyone else in my position to use an electric hair clipper (like they use to take off your hair in the army). I can cover my whole face in about a minute flat and then I'm good to go.

Seb G · Jul 6, 2006, 06:37 AM

Using a shaving brush instead of your hands makes it a lot easier to apply the soap/foam/gel. I don't think I need more than 1 or 2 minutes every morning for shaving.

More importantly: Men, rejoice! Shaving the face is a lot less hassle than shaving your legs. Which really needs to be done every other day if you want them to look proper. And takes a lot more time because the surface is a lot bigger and the shape is awkward (think shaving the insides of your knees). I know it because I've tried.

voodoo · Jul 6, 2006, 06:42 AM

I was 17 or 18 when I had to shave regularly every other day. Then about 20 every day.

I hated shaving with a blade so much, I started using machine. It is better IMO. Easy to get the stubble look when desired.

V

ambush · Jul 6, 2006, 07:08 AM

17...
Man I gotta shave before going to work

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 08:12 AM

I could barely grow a crappy goatee at 18.

Around 26 I started needing to shave every other day. Not that I do, always.

OreoCookie · Jul 6, 2006, 08:18 AM

Originally Posted by MM-o4

I'm 26 and I still don't need to shave everyday.

I guess I'mma girl-mon

MM

Or an Asian

Dork. · Jul 6, 2006, 08:23 AM

Shaving is overrated, anyway. Set your beard free!

slugslugslug · Jul 6, 2006, 08:25 AM

Originally Posted by Chuckit

13. I didn't like it. Still don't. I just dislike having a beard more.

My sentiments, too. Though I don't mind having a mustache, so I get to do a tiny bit less.

The first time I shaved at all was at 14, but I only had freakishly long sideburns then. I think I was 15 before I had to do the whole beard area. And I'm really not sure when the neck got covered.

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 08:26 AM

I think it was last night when I realized the eternal stubble we see so regularly on TV nowadays may be regarded like the beard of the 70s.

Doofy · Jul 6, 2006, 08:59 AM

14 or 15ish.

My last shave was about six months ago, so I'm at the Zakk Wylde headed for the ZZ Top again. I tend to only bother to have a shave when it starts to annoy me.

Gossamer · Jul 6, 2006, 09:05 AM

I think I got my own electric razor when I was 15 or 16. I still don't shave everyday, I have a thick goatee but nothing else at all if I let it go. At this point (20) I couldn't grow sideburns if my life depended on it, but a day after shaving I'll have some intense sandpaper right on my chin. I'll shave before I see my sister (she says facial hair looks dirty and hates it) or girlfriend (sandpaper isn't the best way to get close). Otherwise I'll let it go about a week before I get sick of it and shave it off.

JoshuaZ · Jul 6, 2006, 09:26 AM

I hate shaving becuase of my skin, but I hate the way having facial hair feels.

Kevin · Jul 6, 2006, 09:55 AM

I wonder if he made a thread when he got his first pubes....

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 09:57 AM

He hasn't started shaving them yet.

brassplayersrock² · Jul 6, 2006, 10:13 AM

believe it or not i was around 12, almost 13 when i first had to shave, im 22 now. i used an electric for awhile than i started caring what the outcome was and started using a 2 blade. havent looked back to electric since. the best shaving gel that i've found thats works really well is the new oil free skin clearing shave gel by neutrogena. it comes in a blue metal dispensor with a smokey plastic top. best stuff on the market that i've used. i use a mach 3 razor, i tried the new fusion razor, but it clogged to much for me. have fun shaving, i know its a pain, but itll be fun if you let it

ghporter · Jul 6, 2006, 10:48 AM

I started at about 15 shaving about every day with a blade. Bad idea-my beard is a lot heavier than my dad's or my brother's. My son was required to shave regularly by his Jr ROTC unit, but I supervised how often that was so he has a chance to have a manageable beard now.

I wear a beard now, but still have to shave to keep a groomed look-otherwise I look like I just came down from a cabin in the hills.

SpyManiac007 · Jul 6, 2006, 11:22 AM

Originally Posted by Kevin

I wonder if he made a thread when he got his first pubes....

Nope but just maybe a good idea? I'm kidding! Cheers!

007

tooki · Jul 6, 2006, 11:52 AM

Regardless of what body part you plan to shave, always shave after a long, hot shower. The hairs will be more supple and will cut more easily, and the skin will be more pliable, resulting in less irritation. Apply shaving cream and let it soak in for a few minutes before shaving. It has moisturizers that need to sink in.

I really have found the Mach 3 to cause less irritation than a 2-blade razor. But no matter what razor you choose, replace it frequently. A dull razor causes vastly more irritation than a fresh one.

tooki

Gossamer · Jul 6, 2006, 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by ghporter

I started at about 15 shaving about every day with a blade. Bad idea-my beard is a lot heavier than my dad's or my brother's. My son was required to shave regularly by his Jr ROTC unit, but I supervised how often that was so he has a chance to have a manageable beard now.

Does your method of shaving actually affect hair growth?

Jawbone54 · Jul 6, 2006, 12:07 PM

Started shaving at 15. I hated it then, hate it now. I went to a small private Christian school, and facial hair was a huge no-no for the students. They would make me shave with a one blade Bic if I came in with a little too much stubble. I'd come back into class with pieces of TP all over my face to stop all the bleeding.

Now I only shave on church days (Sun and Wed), so on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, I'm quite stubbly. Rather roguish, if you'd ask me.

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 12:10 PM

Originally Posted by Jawbone54

Started shaving at 15. I hated it then, hate it now. I went to a small private Christian school, and facial hair was a huge no-no for the students.

I've never understood that, but that's a topic for another thread...

Andy8 · Jul 6, 2006, 12:16 PM

Since i was 14 or 15 i think.

Life has been bliss since i got one of these.

Ghoser777 · Jul 6, 2006, 12:20 PM

Nair.

Jawbone54 · Jul 6, 2006, 12:22 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar

I've never understood that, but that's a topic for another thread...

Ah, had something to do with wanting a clean-cut look for the students to maintain discipline and such. Sort of like military haircuts.

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 12:25 PM

Originally Posted by Jawbone54

Ah, had something to do with wanting a clean-cut look for the students to maintain discipline and such. Sort of like military haircuts.

Oh. Right.

For some reason I thought Military haircuts were to help keep hair out of your face on the battlefield and such.

olePigeon · Jul 6, 2006, 12:35 PM

I was shavin' at 8. Killin' wild boars at 12. Breakin' wild mustangs at 14.

tooki · Jul 6, 2006, 12:45 PM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

Does your method of shaving actually affect hair growth?

No method of shaving has any effect on hair growth. It's basically an old wives' tale that scientific research has disproved.

tooki

IceEnclosure · Jul 6, 2006, 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by tooki

Regardless of what body part you plan to shave, always shave after a long, hot shower. The hairs will be more supple and will cut more easily, and the skin will be more pliable, resulting in less irritation. Apply shaving cream and let it soak in for a few minutes before shaving. It has moisturizers that need to sink in.

I really have found the Mach 3 to cause less irritation than a 2-blade razor. But no matter what razor you choose, replace it frequently. A dull razor causes vastly more irritation than a fresh one.

tooki

agreeded.

oh, and I find that my facial hair grows wildly after a night of heavy liquor intake, wives tale or not.

Gossamer · Jul 6, 2006, 01:31 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar

Oh. Right.

For some reason I thought Military haircuts were to help keep hair out of your face on the battlefield and such.

Your hair can grow quite a bit before it's in your face. I would guess in the military it's about conformity. Plus it is a lot easier to say 'buzzed' than 'not in your face,' or 'not too long.'

lpkmckenna · Jul 6, 2006, 01:35 PM

Originally Posted by Ghoser777

Nair.

Your face? Really?

Gossamer · Jul 6, 2006, 01:35 PM

Originally Posted by lpkmckenna

Your face? Really?

I think someone brought that up a while ago. But facial hair is different from leg hair so it should be done.

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 01:36 PM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

Your hair can grow quite a bit before it's in your face. I would guess in the military it's about conformity.

Well the other reason I was thinking was so you didn't worry about 'preparing' it.

Originally Posted by Gossamer

Plus it is a lot easier to say 'buzzed' than 'not in your face,' or 'not too long.'

Two words. Crew cut.

brassplayersrock² · Jul 6, 2006, 01:37 PM

why waste time with two words "crew cut" when all you have to say is buzzed?

Gossamer · Jul 6, 2006, 01:38 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar

Well the other reason I was thinking was so you didn't worry about 'preparing' it.

Very true. One of my roommates and buzzed our heads and I've found it's nice not having to do anything to it in the morning before work. But I look like too much of a goober (so says my sister) so I probably won't do it again.

Two words. Crew cut.

Thanks, couldn't come up with that in my mad fury to post.

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 01:39 PM

Originally Posted by brassplayersrock

why waste time with two words "crew cut" when all you have to say is buzzed?

Because they're not exactly the same thing?

brassplayersrock² · Jul 6, 2006, 01:43 PM

*shrug* to me buzzed and crew cut are the same. the hair is really really short. btw, im no hair cut expert, so what i think of buzzed and crew cut = the same, could be wrong. care to enlighten me?

IceEnclosure · Jul 6, 2006, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar

Because they're not exactly the same thing?

crew cut is something a grandfather would say.

Dakar · Jul 6, 2006, 01:47 PM

Originally Posted by brassplayersrock

*shrug* to me buzzed and crew cut are the same. the hair is really really short. btw, im no hair cut expert, so what i think of buzzed and crew cut = the same, could be wrong. care to enlighten me?

Nope, I'm no expert.

Originally Posted by IceEnclosure

crew cut is something a grandfather would say.

It does have a 50s feel to it.

Gossamer · Jul 6, 2006, 01:57 PM

crew cut; noun; a very short haircut for men and boys. ORIGIN 1940s: apparently first adopted as a style by boat crews of Harvard and Yale universities.

I've often thought that in the armed forces the top was a bit longer than the sides, and buzzed was just short all over.