First Shave

[Bluebyrd]

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[Garibay]

-How old were you? I was like 12
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? On my own
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? They wasn't noticed
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? They wasn't noticed
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? Three or four weeks
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread. nou

[SAO Pokemon Hunter]

-How old were you? 13/14
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? Myself haha
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? N/A
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? Not much as it was just a little hairy moustache
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Not much as I tend to shave regularly so it doesn't look like I'm growing hair that much when it was bum fluff
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? A week.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer. I say you go and buy your own razors and cream but you don't need cream and then fill the sink with warm-hot water and wet your face a few times or the areas that you'll shave with hot water and begin to shave...just remember to keep cleaning your razer after each stroke ;) and then you're all set :)

[Bluebyrd]

-How old were you? 13/14
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? Myself haha
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? N/A
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? Not much as it was just a little hairy moustache
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Not much as I tend to shave regularly so it doesn't look like I'm growing hair that much when it was bum fluff
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? A week.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer. I say you go and buy your own razors and cream but you don't need cream and then fill the sink with warm-hot water and wet your face a few times or the areas that you'll shave with hot water and begin to shave...just remember to keep cleaning your razer after each stroke ;) and then you're all set :)
I know how to shave but I'm reluctant to do it by myself because of what they might say.

[mattsmith48]

-How old were you?17
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself?myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?theyre the one that bought the razor
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?not really noticeable when i started i wasnt the 1st to do it tho
-How long after your first shave did you shave again?for the 1st few months every week

[Seahawks15]

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you? 14
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? Myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? N/A
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? Nothing
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Nothing
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? 3 or 4 days
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer. Just buy a few manual razors and shaving gel (works the best on reducing friction) and wash where you want to shave.Apply copious amounts of the gel to the shaving area and then shave with the grain(the way the hair follicle grows).Never against as that can cause sores and cuts.Consistently wash the razor with each stroke.When you feel satisfied, take a look in the mirror to see if you missed any areas and continue the steps above if you see more areas.If not,wash your face gently and then apply aftershave or moisturizers as your skin can feel dry or irritated after shaving.

Thank you!
No problem! Hope I helped!

[Bluebyrd]

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you? 14
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? Myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? N/A
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? Nothing
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Nothing
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? 3 or 4 days
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer. Just buy a few manual razors and shaving gel (works the best on reducing friction) and wash where you want to shave.Apply copious amounts of the gel to the shaving area and then shave with the grain(the way the hair follicle grows).Never against as that can cause sores and cuts.Consistently wash the razor with each stroke.When you feel satisfied, take a look in the mirror to see if you missed any areas and continue the steps above if you see more areas.If not,wash your face gently and then apply aftershave or moisturizers as your skin can feel dry or irritated after shaving.

Thank you!
No problem! Hope I helped!

That's really really helpful. Thank you!

[Straya]

Pretty much, a few months ago my dad told me that I need to start shaving and I want to but my mum was there so I felt awkward and walked away without saying anything. Since then, I've been waiting for him to tell me that I need to again and he hasn't and it's been about 3-5 months. I've talked to a few people on here and they've all pretty much gave me the same advice: just ask my dad to do it with me, or do it by myself because they won't say anything. I would do it by myself but I'm not sure what my mum and dad will say. Also, I would ask my dad but I don't feel comfortable talking to him about things related to growing up and puberty.

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you?
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself?
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?
-How long after your first shave did you shave again?
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.

Thank you!

-How old were you? 12
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? by myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? n/a
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? didnt notice
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? they didnt say anything
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? about a week
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

i think you should just do it and get it over with man, all the situations are much worse in your head than whats actually gonna happen so you might as well shave and get it over with and by the second or third time if anything is said people will be over it

[boringkid]

How old were you?14 I believe
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself?by myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?N/A
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?they didn't notice lol, was only peach fuzz
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? They said I looked different :P
-How long after your first shave did you shave again?probably around a week
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.
I don't think your parents will say anything negative to you about shaving, they will probably be happy to see you "become a man", and because it is a cleaner look :), hope my little knowledge helped :P

[Bluebyrd]

-How old were you? 12
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? by myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? n/a
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? didnt notice
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? they didnt say anything
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? about a week
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

i think you should just do it and get it over with man, all the situations are much worse in your head than whats actually gonna happen so you might as well shave and get it over with and by the second or third time if anything is said people will be over it

I guess so.

[rhyse3]

How old were you? 13
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? self
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? wasnt any reaction
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? same
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? month
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

[Canadian Dream]

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you? 16
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? With my dad
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? Ha both my mom and him forced me to :P
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Barely noticed
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? A week after I think?
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

To be honest you've already mentionned your two choices, and in my mind you should ask your dad to do it with him because then you're sure to do it right. I know it's embarrassing, I don't usually talk to my dad about puberty stuff but it's not the end of the world, plus I'm sure he'll understand. He probably had to do the same when he was your age.

[pjones]

Pretty much, a few months ago my dad told me that I need to start shaving and I want to but my mum was there so I felt awkward and walked away without saying anything. Since then, I've been waiting for him to tell me that I need to again and he hasn't and it's been about 3-5 months. I've talked to a few people on here and they've all pretty much gave me the same advice: just ask my dad to do it with me, or do it by myself because they won't say anything. I would do it by myself but I'm not sure what my mum and dad will say. Also, I would ask my dad but I don't feel comfortable talking to him about things related to growing up and puberty.

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you?
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself?
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?
-How long after your first shave did you shave again?
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.

Thank you!

Jake,
my advice is be confident and ask your dad how to start and for a razor. i think since you didn't respond he may be waiting for you to approach him.

[Vermilion]

Pretty much, a few months ago my dad told me that I need to start shaving and I want to but my mum was there so I felt awkward and walked away without saying anything. Since then, I've been waiting for him to tell me that I need to again and he hasn't and it's been about 3-5 months. I've talked to a few people on here and they've all pretty much gave me the same advice: just ask my dad to do it with me, or do it by myself because they won't say anything. I would do it by myself but I'm not sure what my mum and dad will say. Also, I would ask my dad but I don't feel comfortable talking to him about things related to growing up and puberty.

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you?
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself?
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?
-How long after your first shave did you shave again?
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.

Thank you!


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By myself

They didn't think I started to shave till 15. Whenthey worked it out dad said my older brother would be jealous.

Friends said nothing I think it's something we knew people would start to do.

2 days later

It was as only my upper lip till I got to 13 then when on to sideburns and neck.

Jake can you not add it to a shopping list ? They will know your writing. If not let your dad catch you using his razor and he'll probably get you some

[Erikastm]

-How old were you? 14
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? by myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? they dont know
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? they didnt saw :/
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? never again :)
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.
You should shave if you think the hair is annoying, and if you have no probs with it, leave it alone, also if you do shave, do it by yourself, its not that hard
:)

[Andre 99]

-How old were you? 14
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? By myself, but I had seen my dad shave many times before
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? Nothing
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Didn't say anything
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? I think a week
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread. I started only shaving about once per week but now shave every couple of days

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.
I think you should just shave, if you want to do it. Don't do it to get a response from anyone, do it because you want/need to

[JustinG]

-How old were you? around 15
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? with a friend who had a pretty heavy growth.
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? n/a
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? rents didn't even notice
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? "Dude.....why did you bother?"
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? like 2 months
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my threa

[Jaseblader]

Pretty much, a few months ago my dad told me that I need to start shaving and I want to but my mum was there so I felt awkward and walked away without saying anything. Since then, I've been waiting for him to tell me that I need to again and he hasn't and it's been about 3-5 months. I've talked to a few people on here and they've all pretty much gave me the same advice: just ask my dad to do it with me, or do it by myself because they won't say anything. I would do it by myself but I'm not sure what my mum and dad will say. Also, I would ask my dad but I don't feel comfortable talking to him about things related to growing up and puberty.

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you?
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself?
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?
-How long after your first shave did you shave again?
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.

Thank you!


So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you? 15
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? By myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?They didn't care but my mom was surprised
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?they were surprised
How long after your first shave did you shave again?I didn't
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.
Just do it man don't worry

[Bluebyrd]

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you? 15
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? By myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents?They didn't care but my mom was surprised
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved?they were surprised
How long after your first shave did you shave again?I didn't
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.
Just do it man don't worry

What did your parents actually say?

[BillyyB]

-How old were you? 15
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? myself
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? N/A
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? Uhm, I done it the other day and they haven't said anything... yet
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? uh nothing
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? need to do it again as its growing back again. So roughly 4 days after

Tbh I was in your situation and the other day I just done it cause I thought it looked better. No need to tell your parents cause once its done, its done and they can't really be mad at you - its all part of growing up. :)

[Seahawks15]

That's really really helpful. Thank you!

No problem man,glad I could help! Good luck on your first shave and tell us how it goes!

[Jaseblader]

What did your parents actually say?

well she didn't care until she was feeling like a comedian and said "I noticed you shaved" in a smirky manner

[Bluebyrd]

Any more comments guys?

[Lodan]

How old were you? 14/15
Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? By myself
If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you?
If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? My dad asked if everything was alright
What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? Can't remember, don't think there was one
How long after your first shave did you shave again? Weeks, but I tried it again soon afterwards even though I didn't really need to yet

[Chileanboy]

-How old were you? 13
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? With my dad
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? He told me and taught me
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? -
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? None, pretty sure most of them had been shaving too.
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? ~1 month
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread. (below)

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.
JUST DO IT!
But in all seriousness, I felt the same; embarrassed. I was kind of waiting for my dad to ask me about shaving until he did and he taught me how to do it. I think it's best to take advantage of the time when the topic is out there to tell him. It's no big deal really though, he will definitely understand. If that's not the case for you, I'd *borrow* a razor from your dad and use it and shave while he's not home. After my first shave, I started doing this whenever I needed and no one was home. I don't see why anyone but your dad would be asking you about your facial hair gone, but if it's a case, how horribly could it really go?

[Bluebyrd]

-How old were you? 13
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? With my dad
-If you did it with your dad, did you ask him or did he ask you? He told me and taught me
-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? -
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? None, pretty sure most of them had been shaving too.
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? ~1 month
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread. (below)

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.
JUST DO IT!
But in all seriousness, I felt the same; embarrassed. I was kind of waiting for my dad to ask me about shaving until he did and he taught me how to do it. I think it's best to take advantage of the time when the topic is out there to tell him. It's no big deal really though, he will definitely understand. If that's not the case for you, I'd *borrow* a razor from your dad and use it and shave while he's not home. After my first shave, I started doing this whenever I needed and no one was home. I don't see why anyone but your dad would be asking you about your facial hair gone, but if it's a case, how horribly could it really go?

How did your dad bring it up?

[JiiDozaa]

So, I'm interested in your first shaving experiences.
-How old were you? I believe it was actually New Year's this year. At that point I had actually started growing a beard... :/
-Did you do it with your dad or by yourself? By myself.

-If you did it by yourself, what was the reaction of your parents? My mum was scared due to the amount of blood on my face XD
-What was the reaction of your friends when they saw you had shaved? No one actually said anything.
-How long after your first shave did you shave again? 2-3 weeks.
-Could you also include any other details you think are relevant to my thread.

Finally, what would you think the best tactic is for ME (given my story) to shave, using my questions to answer.

Thank you!

[Bluebyrd]

I just did it! I just shaved!

[KeeganW]

Congrats! Smooooooth

[Chileanboy]

Haha congratulations! Your path has been cleared, but beware, it will grow back!