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Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Well it is official. The Designer Stubble look is the essential look for any right thinking men. But it is not just a case of stopping shaving. To get that real designer stubble look, you need to work at it, maintain it and get the right tools.
Never one to miss an opportunity, the shaver companies have jumped on the fashion band waggon and now make trimmers and clippers designed specifically for the Designer Stubble look and maintaining stubble. So we have decided to look at some of the best Designer Stubble specific trimmers on the market.
Remington see the PG410 High Precision Designer Stubble Kit as the ultimate in designer stubble.
Keeping your stubble in check is a piece of cake and it means you won’t need daily trimming to get that cool look.
It is called a “Kit” and for good reason as it provides a lot of versatility one portable package. Depending on your Designer stubble style of choice you can easily keep the three-day stubble effect for the sophisticated and modern man or you can shave clean to the skin for a tidier, business-like look.
The Basic Specs are as follows
- Nanosilver and Titanium coated blades which are 300% harder than standard steel blades (versus Remington® Steel blades)
- Specialised comb for short beard styles (1-5mm)
- Two interchangeable shaver head
- Precision trimmer for detailed styling
- You can also enjoy the outstanding performance of the Remington PG410 for up to 40 minutes from just one charge.
- Washable Trimmer and Shaver head
So how does it fair. Generally the trimmer element is very good, and can shave down to 1mm for that real close stubble look, and works well with short hair. Most beard clippers won’t give you precision at this level. It is light weight and economical and easy to use.
One draw back is lack of charged indicator light – but if you are no eco-conscious, then you’ll just keep it in its charger whenever you are not using it anyway.
From the makers of your girlfriend’s straighteners, this is geared up for short work as well, down to 0.5 mm they claim, with up to 30 precise length settings. This means you can be super accurate and get precisely the look you want. Again it is cordless and with the “auto-lube” system no need to oil the blades, which is good.
The Basic Specs are as follows
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For every day stubble control
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30 ultra precise length settings from just 0.5mm to 15mm.
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Unique motorised comb with digital touch control, automatically adjusts the length setting in 0.5mm increments at the touch of a button Electrochemically formed blades with Titanium Revolutionary auto-lube system
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Blades do not need to be oiled
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LCD Display.
The question is , how does if fair
There is some debate on whether it does go down to 0.5 mm, but at least there is the variety in length options. The settings are very precise, and the lcd screen is a nice touch – giving the perception of precision, as digital always appears more precise than something mechanical, even if that is not the case. Some people have reported issues with how long it holds a charge, but if it is kept in its charger when not in use there should not be a problem.
It lacks a carry case, unlike the Remington, but unless you travel a lot that is a minor quibble.
Overall I think this has the edge on precision, and gives you great versatility if you want to go very short with your stubble in some places, and longer in others.
Now this markets itself as a “beard trimmer”, rather than specifically “stubble”, but let us not get into semantics here. Philips marketing blurb tells us “that Philips Male Grooming products are designed specifically for men who care about their own appearance. Using revolutionary technology and cutting edge designs, these hair and body care products are the ultimate styling tools for you to take control of your style and discover a new you.”
Always in search of the new me, I was excited about this one. The thing that sets this a part is the mini vacuum cleaner, which is meant to suck up all the little hairs as you go. (With other trimmers I have to wipe round the bathroom and sweep the floor before my girlfriend gets in there).
Basic Specs are:
- The Powerful Vacuum with Hair Deflector captures cut hair so, no mess guaranteed
- Unique Flexing Comb follows the face contours for a precise trim
- Clear View Hair Chamber allows you to see when it needs emptying.
- Lock-in Length Settings
- RechargeableCordless
This looks the most technologically advance of all of them, all though I prefer the sleek minimalist design of the Remington. Again, like the Babyliss it has self cleaning and self sharpening blades which is a great advantage, and keeps the trimming constant. The length setting is not in the best place, and easy to move while mid shave.
The best bit has to be the turbo vac, which really keeps the mess down, although not as perfectly as they would have us believe. I have a few issues with the overall ergonomics (despite my view that it looks advanced). It doesn’t feel as comfortable as the others, and sometimes you can cover up the vents on the vac bit. That said, overall a good piece of kit, but a few minor design flaws.
Ultimately the stubble controller best suited to you will be based on your precise needs. If it is precision, then Remington and Babyliss have the edge. The Babyliss has the most versatility, but I think I would plump for the Remington, if you just have one short stubble style. If you chop and change your style check out the Babyliss.
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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
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.
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Friday, September 4th, 2009
Want to know how real men shave? No, not with broken glass but an open razor. Check out this top advice. More tips to follow.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
At Shaving for Men we have previously looked at how the beard is very much back in vogue, and have looked at various types of beard. This blog is going to concentrate on how to perfect that Designer stubble look.
The slightly more rugged look is all the rage, and the designer stubble look can contribute to this, and even help define your face. Let’s face it, it is a cool look. With the trend for facial hair being big at the moment, you can even wear the designer stubble look in a smart office (although make sure it is kept smart.
How to Get it?
Now don’t think that opting for the designer stubble look means an extra ten minutes in bed, as you no longer have to shave. To get a smart cool look will require some effort on your part. And it needs to be maintained, to avoid looking scruffy.
The first stage will be to grow the beard out a bit, you want to get it to a stage where you can then cut it back. You will need to decide how you want to handle the neck beard part, but having a neck beard can look scruffy, so this all depends on how long the stubble look is, and also the colour of your hair. If you, like me, have a light haired beard, then you may want to grow it a little longer, as those with dark beards can look more defined with shorter stubble.
Having grown a few days of stubble, and this will depend on how quick your hair grows, you want to get a beard trimmer, that you can set to grade 1. I first mark out the shape of the stubble with a razor blade first, and tidy up the neck beard part, and then gently cut in the shape with the edge of the shaver without a guard. Give yourself a few millimetres grace in where you define it, as you can tidy up later.
Once you have shaved away and tidied up the bits you don’t want, and you should have the basic shape you want remaining. Then take the trimmer set to Grade 1, and shave all over the beard. This keeps it a uniformed length, and neat and tidy.
If you work in a very smart place, you may want to make sure the stubble is very precise and neatly trimmed, and neck beard part freshly shaved, so it looks like a clear conscious grooming decision, rather than you just got up late. For the more casual environment, and look, you could do this the night before event and probably leave a bit longer.
Up Keep?
You need to keep on top of things, and the more precise the designer stubble you want, the more up keep. I revisit the stubble every 2-3 days with a trimmer at grade 1, and tidy up any neck beard growth and the cheeks. Again, this will depend very much on how quick your hair growth, and how trim and tidy you want it to be.
Make sure you keep the face cleansed on a regular basis, and apply a facial scrub to keep the skin looking bright, and the stubble conditioned.
Recommended Beard trimmers:
Remington High Precision PG410 Designer Stubble Rechargeable Beard Trimmer Kit
Remington Professional MB320C Diamond Mains Rechargeable Beard Trimmer
Babyliss For Men I-Trim Stubble – 7850U Beard Trimmer
Philips QT4045 Rechargeable Turbovac Beardtrimmer
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Friday, August 21st, 2009
How many times have you had to reuse a blade one more time than you would really like, and of course end up having a rough shaving for men experience. So a new company is proposing razors for men by subscription.
Subscriptions are very much part of life, from magazines, organic fruit and veg, DVDs and Video games by post. All because you forgot to get some razor blades on that last trip to the supermarket or drugstore. Well no more, joining the ever burgeoning list of subscprtion delivered household items is the razor for men. Thanks to Belgium company Raz*War you will never be short of blades again. You can subscribe to an annual plan, and then sit back and relax has you receive a regular supply of razor blades by post, meaning you will never be caught out short.
There are three subscription levels, to suit all shaving for men types, to the regular heavy shaver to the more casual shaver. The blades are delivered quarterly, right to your front door, and the start kit comes with razor (handle) and travel bag is included in the first shipment. Prices start at Euros 27.50 for 30 blades a year, up to Euros 75.00 for 90 blades a year, for the hardcore shavers out there.
Another advantage is that Raz*Wars want to take the fight to the big blade manufacturers. They dominate the market and you tend to be locked into one brand over the other, hence the monumental heavy weight marketing slug-fest Wilkinson and Gillette have. So far the only brand I know trying to challenge their dominance is King of Shaves, who have designed a new razor for men with the obligatory “ergonomic handle”.
Would you get your razors for men by subscription? Let me know what you think in the comments below.
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