Shaving Bumps

My professional barbering experience extends the greater part of 10yrs. After working with ethnic males and successfully treating "Pseudofolliculitis Barbae", more commonly known as ingrown facial hairs,it is my observation that there are several phases involved in analyzing and dealing with the condition.
I suffer from this disorder as well. It has been my experience that in most cases, a simple adjustment of technique can bring about amazing results. Lets begin by answering a few questions that will help us to properly analyze the condition.


1.)When do you shave?
a.As Needed
b.Morning
c.Evening
2.)What type of shaving implement do you prefer?
a.Disposable shaver
b.Electric Shaver
c.Electric Clipper (Edgers}
3.)What area do you see bumps in the most?
a. all over
b.right facial area
c.left facial area
d.right neck area
e.left neck area
4.)What products are used for shaving and after shaving?
___________________________
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TIP

If you or your mate is a compulsive hair bump picker you could be causing more damage to the inflamed area. You must identify what hairs to extract and where.
1. Always extract the hair or hairs in the angle or direction that it is coming out of the skin.
2. Extract the hairs that surround the inflamed bump, because it may not be the hair that is coming out of the bump that's causing the problem.
3.Use the Tweezers brand product for maximum results.

Now back to the results of the analysis.

1.Most men shave on the go or as needed. If the process is rushed then the irritation normally returns days after and the bumps start all over again. You must slow the shaving process down to see results over time.

Tip
Most men use the same razor at home several days in a row. If you have the disposable income, I suggest you use a top name disposable razor. If your budget is tight, use the pink razors (Personna from Walmart) that women use for shaving their legs. If cleaned with hot water while shaving you can use it for a maximum of two days. After that you should dispose of it. Also, if you use an edger, blades must be changed every six month.

2.Whatever shaving implement you use is your choice. It is important to observe how you use the shaving implement.
a. Observe the facial hair growth pattern and shave in the direction or the angle that the hair grows.
b. Prepare your face with a steamed towel first to eliminate all oil from the skin and to soften the hairs. If you are using edgers for shaving let your face dry before you shave.
3.I've observed that normally the problem areas with the most irritation are areas that the hair pattern grows in many directions; therefore step 2 must be observed and used accordingly.
4. The products that you use are a vital part of the overall results.

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Your Trusted Barbering Advisor
Spencer The Barber

$100.00 Mindset Chickens vs Eagles

Eagles
Eagle eyes are too keen for the birds to fly blindly into danger. In fact, eagles’ vision is among the sharpest of any animal. Wedge-tailed Eagles, for instance, can see twice as far as people. Studies suggest that some eagles can spot an animal the size of a rabbit up to two miles away.

Chickens
Chickens were tamed (or domesticated) from rainforest birds called "red junglefowl." They live together in a flock, often warming (incubating) eggs and raising young as a group. Chickens usually lay one egg per day. In a flock, the stronger birds rule the rest of the flock. This is called the pecking order. Chickens need a place off t...he ground at night to sleep. This is called roosting. They are often preyed on by foxes or raccoons, so its good to have a roost with a door that closes the chickens in at night. Roosters watch over the flock of hens they live with. If a sudden noise alarms them, they will crow, day or night.

Its a matter how you see yourself!

Another great seminar at the Texas Hair Show!

I had a great time this weekend teaching the $100.00 seminar at the Texas International Hair Show in Dallas, Tx. I want to thank all that attended the class. Here is just a few of the comments about the class that was in my email box the next day.

I have to say I learned alot of good info in your class even though I have been cutting hair since I was 12yrs old it only means that i have technical skills, but to be successful I have to know a lot more about operational skills. I know u cant teach yrs of experience in a matter of a 1 1/2 hr class but just the fact that you are humble to give your knowledge means a lot to people that want to grab it. I now have to start thinking like a EAGLE!
Joel C

I learned that if I target a white colar group I could move into precision cutting. That if you go from volume haircuts to precision haircuts there would be more of a chance of getting a $100 haircut.
V. Lonsberry


Mr. spencer I really enjoyed your class I recieved alot of information from you in such a short amount of time its crazy. I have been talking about your class to my mom and we both appreciate you very much,i just wanted to say thanks. P.s. your eagles and chicken talk really stood out to me and I have already been applying it especially to my friends.
Adrionna