Waterless Shave

[Becker_11]

With all the talk regarding saving or eliminating water altogether when washing our cars I couldn't resist posting this.

Bold For Men Dry Shave Gel

A unique non-foaming gel designed as a 'Dry' versus a 'Wet' shave. The result is a luxurious waterless shave. No water, no foam, no mess.

What will they think of next?

[goldfire]

'spose if you really wanted to you could use the good ol' KY jelly.

That or just go get yourself a leccy shaver. Just as good.. kinda.

[LTDHO]

Some guys shave with a running tap.
Massive waste of water!

I just use electric and shave 2 -3 times a week (due to CBF)

[Yellow_Festiva]

The idea has been around for ages.

You can get a product from some supermarkets / chemists called "king of Shaves" its touted to travellers etc as a waterless shave.

http://www.shave.com/site/docs/produ...cZBZnAAACWHXJw

I tried it, but my face is a bugger the shave in the best of situations, so this was useless.

Oh, and some free advice.... tooth paste is not a viable replacement for shaving cream....

[Powdered Toast Man]

Originally Posted by LTDHO

I just use electric and shave 2 -3 times a week (due to CBF)

Hey, great minds think alike. I normally electric shave every second day or sometimes third if it's the weekend for the same reason lol.

[Mark351]

Panasonic electric shavers has faster motors than your average Braun, etc and kick butt, don't razor-shave at all anymore. The manager of the shaver shop in Geelong uses Panasonic and they don't even stock them.

[DDXR6T]

I use electric (panasonic) ... sure does the trick.

[Hybrid34]

HomeBrand Bic Disposable Razors for me...does the trick!

[pertuan]

Originally Posted by Death351

Panasonic electric shavers has faster motors than your average Braun, etc and kick butt, don't razor-shave at all anymore. The manager of the shaver shop in Geelong uses Panasonic and they don't even stock them.

Damn... wish I knew that a couple of months ago. I just replaced by Braun with another Braun.

[Kryton]

Originally Posted by Death351

Panasonic electric shavers has faster motors than your average Braun, etc and kick butt, don't razor-shave at all anymore. The manager of the shaver shop in Geelong uses Panasonic and they don't even stock them.

couldnt take the time to find out a couple of good Panasonic models (or the ones to steer clear of at least)?

[EvilChief]

i always had electronic, saves water and time IMO, when i get lazy i only shave once a week, but then i get locked away at work in the back room so no customers have to see me

[SPK-250]

I tried gel once but it felt like my skin was being daamn near torn off. So i use foam and shave when i'm in the shower. Two birds with one stone.

[Bullitt68]

Originally Posted by Hybrid34

HomeBrand Bic Disposable Razors for me...does the trick!

yep, but if anybody is watching I just whip out the Bowie knife

[Bax]

Originally Posted by SPK-250

I tried gel once but it felt like my skin was being daamn near torn off. So i use foam and shave when i'm in the shower. Two birds with one stone.

Two birds with one stone? not unless your washing at the same time,otherwise your just using twice as much water.

I rinse my face, foam it up, cup full of water, and then mach 3 it away.

I'd like to switch to electric, but from the last one I had I've been scared off, got blunt really quick, ripped the hairs out, didn't cut close enough to the skin, etc etc.

[theunfairadvant]

Originally Posted by LTDHO

Some guys shave with a running tap.
Massive waste of water!

I see them doing it all the time in fitness first, when i tell them to
turn the tap off & turn it back on when they need to wash and shave
again but they just couldn't care and give a damm.

[Mark351]

Originally Posted by davway

couldnt take the time to find out a couple of good Panasonic models (or the ones to steer clear of at least)?

Sure, I'll let you know what model mine is. It's my second one. Perhaps the only drawback with Panasonic shavers is that they are almost like an iPod, in the sense that once the battery stops recharging it's quite expensive to get it replaced so you may as well get a new one. I think any Panasonic you get will be a good one, they are a bit pricey over a standard braun though.

[GK]

Originally Posted by Death351

Sure, I'll let you know what model mine is. It's my second one. Perhaps the only drawback with Panasonic shavers is that they are almost like an iPod, in the sense that once the battery stops recharging it's quite expensive to get it replaced so you may as well get a new one. I think any Panasonic you get will be a good one, they are a bit pricey over a standard braun though.

What kind of facial hair do you have Mark? Being a wog, mine is thick and curly, meaning that it's very hard for an electric to grab the hair that's curled.

Do you reckon the Panasonic is up to the task?

I also have sensitive skin, so I only blade shave Mon, Wed and Fri. Any more and my neck gets mighty irritated. How do you reckon the Panasonic would go with such skin.

I had a Phillips Phillishave once, I gave it away after a month or so, darn near shredded my neck! LOL!

GK

BTW, if you can answer all these questions with confidence, perhaps you could get a side job as a shaver consultant! LOL!

[fmc351]

Philishave ftw.

[mattl]

I got a new Electric shaver for christmas, from the shaver shop made by phillips and i can not recommend it enough to anyone! It is the greatest present I've ever had!! Does the trick birlliantly..has an automatic cleaning and drying feature, so you just press a button and it cleans all the blades, then brings it up and drys it all! Brilliant!

It also has a guarantee on the blades..2 years i think? Some ridiculously long time!!

[Mark351]

Originally Posted by GK

What kind of facial hair do you have Mark? Being a wog, mine is thick and curly, meaning that it's very hard for an electric to grab the hair that's curled.

Do you reckon the Panasonic is up to the task?

I also have sensitive skin, so I only blade shave Mon, Wed and Fri. Any more and my neck gets mighty irritated. How do you reckon the Panasonic would go with such skin.

I had a Phillips Phillishave once, I gave it away after a month or so, darn near shredded my neck! LOL!

GK

BTW, if you can answer all these questions with confidence, perhaps you could get a side job as a shaver consultant! LOL!

I haven't got wog facial hair George, haha, so mine are fairly straight. The panasonics have two screens like normal and a middle cutter to shorten most hairs, otherwise they also have a beard/sideburn trimmer you could use to cut back the curlier ones. I shave every morning so it's not normally long enough to be a problem - if I get slack over a weekend it'll handle that pretty easily.

My skin is pretty damn sensitive too. Takes a few weeks for the skin to adjust but it's worth it, less of a pain than razor shaving which would give me rashes and stuff. You can use the panasonics wet or dry. I use mine dry, but nothing to stop you using it in the shower or the sink with cream/gel to make it a bit smoother.

A shaver consultant, haha. I dunno, they just work for me and I've stuck with them. I'd rather a good shave rather gimicks like self cleaning and stuff - takes a 2 secs rinse under water to clean anyway.

[Yellow_Festiva]

Originally Posted by GK

What kind of facial hair do you have Mark? Being a wog, mine is thick and curly, meaning that it's very hard for an electric to grab the hair that's curled.

Do you reckon the Panasonic is up to the task?

I also have sensitive skin, so I only blade shave Mon, Wed and Fri. Any more and my neck gets mighty irritated. How do you reckon the Panasonic would go with such skin.

I had a Phillips Phillishave once, I gave it away after a month or so, darn near shredded my neck! LOL!

GK

BTW, if you can answer all these questions with confidence, perhaps you could get a side job as a shaver consultant! LOL!

Mate, fellow wog here. FORGET agout ANY electric shavers.

Talking from experience........

Razor and foam all the way.

[FPV GT]

When using a razor the trick is to get the skin warm enough to open the hair folicle enough, soften the hair, so the hair is pulled up more so it it can be cut and retract below the skin surface. (then you will pass the cigarette paper test)
The actuall quality of the razor is the real killer. Cheap disposables equal cheap shave, and the irritation that goes with it.
Thou I don use one, a cut throat razor is the only type of blade that will give perfect results.
Persanally never been a fan of the electrics.

For the poor razor burn sufferer's try natural aloe vera shave gel, no chemicals or foaming agents that cause further irritation.

Regards
Paul

[Olympus]

I bought a top of the range philishave a coupla years back, one you can use in the shower. It damaged my skin and gave me a horrible rash for more than 6 months. I've been using a double edged razor for the last 3 years and couldn't be happier. The razor cost me 30 bucks and blades are like 10 bucks for 10 from Wilkinson and last me for months.

[Dezza]

I've got my own method. Just go over it with the clippers once in a while! lol

[wodahs]

fellers fellers
i save lots of water i just dont shave ( almost got the hole bikey thing going should own a harley )
but truth of the matter is im elergic to disposables i need to use a cut throat or simular and is hard enough just to shave letalone get the shaving gear

[GK]

Originally Posted by Olympus

I bought a top of the range philishave a coupla years back, one you can use in the shower. It damaged my skin and gave me a horrible rash for more than 6 months. I've been using a double edged razor for the last 3 years and couldn't be happier. The razor cost me 30 bucks and blades are like 10 bucks for 10 from Wilkinson and last me for months.

Reminds me of my Dad's shaver! Mum still has it I bet, and I reckon there'd be a few new blades lying around also. Might have to give it a go. Ah the old Wilkinson Swords! LOL!

GK

[GCFordChic]

A cheap conditioner can be used as a non-foamy shaving gel replacement.
$2 for a 500mL bottle. You just need to rinse the razor out in a little water. It also makes the hair softer and is easier to shave.
For those with the sensitive skin, buying a slightly better conditioner marketed for dandruff or 'extra moisture' ones are good because they moisturise as well, but in a very manly way of course! :P

[wodahs]

think i might need some one to help me shave my sensitive area ( chin ) _2:
but im actualy eligic to some thinf they use in the plastics not shaving it self

[RG]

A splash of hot water and a razor do the job nicely. Seriously there is more water in a cup than I would use having a shave. I have tough skin though and can shave with no water at all, just my trusty Schick Quattro.