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Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Shaving for men
Instructions
Instructions
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- Towels
- Towels
- Aftershave
- Electric Razors
- Men's Razor Blades
- Men's Razors
- Post Shave Moisturizers
- Shaving Creams
- Towels
- 1
Wet your face with warm water. You may want to hold a wet washcloth to your beard for a few minutes to soften the skin.
- 2
Fill the sink basin halfway with water.
- 3
Get out a new razor, or replace the used blade in your regular razor.
- 4
Squirt a dollop of shaving cream into your hand or shake out shaving powder, and apply it to your beard in upward circular motions. The amount may vary depending on the thickness of your beard, but the area to be shaved should be covered uniformly.
- 5
Shave downward, the way your whiskers grow, from your sideburns toward your mandible using long, even strokes. Apply light but firm pressure, pulling your skin taut before each stroke.
- 6
Rinse your razor with warm water after every stroke or two to keep it from getting clogged with hair.
- 7
Shave the area around your chin. Shave upward as necessary to make the area smooth. When shaving under your chin, pull the razor from your throat area toward your chin.
- 8
Shave your upper lip, keeping the skin tight by curling your lip over your front teeth.
- 9
Wash off any excess shaving cream and examine your face for straggling hairs. Check the edge of your jaw, around your ears, and near your lips and nostrils for missed hairs. Go back with the razor to shave any hairs you missed.
- 10
Drain and wash out the basin and apply cold water or aftershave as desired.
I'd have to say that the Art of Shaving has some of the best products, After I had ingrown hairs from using an electric razor and not knowing it was coming from that, I used some lotions and razors and it went away.
Male Grooming:
When it comes to male grooming, and dealing with man hair, it seems that no place is free from a bit of topiary. Women have been keeping their lady bits hair free for years, so shouldn’t men keep downstairs a bit more tidy?
Porn stars have been shaving their balls for years, and the “sack and back” wax is becoming a staple on a lot of waxing and beauty salons. So why would you want to shave your balls, and more importantly, how.
Reasons You Might Shave your Balls
There are numerous reasons and many claimed benefits for shaving your balls. But ultimately nature grows hair around our balls for a reason, so why are we to question million of years eveloution. Well, like many things, it is down to aesthetics. Some people prefer the look of tidy tackle, and it seems popular with women. Porn stars have been doing it for years, and that is for one obvious reason. Shaving your balls gives the visual sense of adding some extra length you yur manhood.
There are claims that it is healthier, by I’m not so sure. I think ultimately it is a lifestyle choice, maybe taken inconjunction with your partner, who may prefer the look. But whether you just trim to tidy up the appearance, or go for the full shave it is a matter of personal taste. But just be warned. Once you start, you have to maintain it, as it can be itchy if left too long.
How Do You Shave Your Balls?
The thought of bringing a razor blade close to your crown jewells is enough to put any man off. But should you make the decision there are a number of approaches you can take.
If you are going to use a razor, then, it goes without saying be very careful, and take your time. You need to trim off the hair with a trimmer, DON’T USE your beard trimmer. That’s not just hygenic. There are plenty of “man groomers” specially designed for shaving bits of the body below the neck line. Invest in one of these to manage you body hair, and have a separate beard trimmer.
Check out these great body groomers – good for all parts of the body below the neck line:
Philips TT2021 Bodygroom – Rechargeable Male Body Hair Trimmer
Remington BHT500A Body Hair Trimmer
Seiko S-Yard Intimate Area Bikini Cleancut Shaver – Unisex Shaving Kit
Mangroomer Private Body Shaver
Once you’ve trimmed the area, apply a good shaving gel or cream. Then make sure you have a brand new blade (again, not one you’ve used on your face, or intend to use on your face. Yuk!) .Pull the skin tight, to flatten out the bumps etc, and gently take the balde across the hair, using short, light strokes. Take your time. Don’t push hard, and let the razor glide gently over. Here it helps if you use a good quality shaving cream, to help lubricate the smooth journey of the blade across the balls. Make sure you rinse the blade regularly. The whole piont is to make the blade glide gently across, and not get caught or drag.
Once done, splash with cold water to clear the residue shaving cream, and pat dry (don’t rub!). It is worth applying some moisturiser (as you would your face). Voila.
As stated before, you will have to keep on top of this, and once you decide to shave your balls it is something you will need to keep doing on a regular basis, as when it grows it can be itchy.
Alternatively, you can go for the old “sack n crack” wax. This is more painful, but the results will last much longer. Check out your local wax salon, especially those that cater specially for men. See if they have it on the menu. This is a bit personal, so is not for everyone, and ultimately you might like some stranger waxing your bollocks!
Whatever method you use, there is no harm in trying it once, and see how it feels. And ultimately, what response you get from your partner. You never know, you might both be pleasantly surprised.
International Dining in DC
2004 18th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20009
Washington, DC 20009
Duplex Diner is more of a hang out for local gay guys that like to have themed partys they rang from sweater partys to preppy themes! The staff is GLBT friendly! Drinks are a must here, food is "Ok" They are known for their pickles in silver bowls before the food gets to your table. If you must use the rest rooms, be sure to check out the far right one it's the MADONNA room. All in all it's a good hang out for pre drinking with friends.
International Dining in DC
1025 First street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
Washington, DC 20003
Located in the Newly built Navy Yard area on the first floor of the Velocity apartment building. This place is a real hidden gem. Surprised none of the tourist from the stadium have found out about it yet! But this is a good place to grab a drink or food before or after a baseball game. Justin's cafe is very clean, industrial looking inside. large flat screen tv's. sports of course is playing. The Menu is all good. Try the Radcliffe sandwich it's a must, and get some sweet potato fries. Very Yummy! The to-go boxs make it look like it was made just for you. Justin's is on the top of my list.
International Dining in DC
Chinatown Garden
618 H Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20001
Washington, DC 20001
Located in Chinatown this is a staple of Chinese food in DC, steps from the Chinatown Arch, this jem is a must. Upon entering you see about ten waiteress ready to take you to any of the large tables or booths. I have noticed that if you are not of the Asian ethincity then you will sit in the front of the restaurant and if you are, you get the whole back of the place with large asian families eating there regularly. I'm not complianing because the front of the house is the best, you can peer out the windows onto H St. and watch the large crowds walk by. The food is your usual Chinese food, the plates are VERY LARGE. so get two plates and split them between two people. I've been going here for year's and will keep going. it's one of my favorite places, after all it's the first place my neices had Chinese food and used chopsticks.
Awesome Street Art
I wouldn't really call this street art, but It's the crosswalk on 14th St. only one in the city like it.
Once again not really street art, it was hanging above someones window.
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