Also a lot more expensive.
Though given the choice, I'd go with the Japanese straight every time. It would be superior in every way except price (and maybe convenience).
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I saw a Japanese video of a lady getting the facial shave treatment and thought I should try shaving my forehead near my hair lines and eyebrows. I shaved this area with the same soap and brush I use for shaving and I was so impressed at how it looked and felt after the shave and now I do this once per week.
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I think this is the video that you are referring to....The first time I saw it I was completely flabbergasted.
YouTube - Happy Happy Go Shaving Day!
I read a scientific article about this. Can't remember where I saw it (could probably dig it up by googling) but here was the gist: shaving hair does not make it grow back thicker. The root of the hair has no way of knowing that the hair has even been cut. However, cutting a hair will cause it to have a squared-off end, rather than the tapered end of an uncut hair, which can create the illusion that the hair has become thicker. So, like many myths, this one has a seed of truth.
That video was simply amazing! Thanks for sharing. That's definitely mastery of a blade!
Man...you stole the words right outta my mouth.....That's Craft right there,pure n simple.Beautiful !:) But then I would expect nothing less from the Japanese when it comes to art and cutlery for that matter.
What you're looking for are KAI disposable razors:
with guard:
Amazon.com: Kai Razor BeautyGuard Razors, 5-pc.: Health & Personal Care
you can find em without guards also, but i think they only come in pink without the guard... i know because i learned to shave with them before getting my straights. sooo sharp, but too light to get a nick-free shave with reliably.