Here are some tips, in case any of you guys are looking for a summer do that won’t leave you sweating. Pretty much, it’s like shaving your face, but a little harder since you can’t see the back. Here are my recommendations:

• Take a shower first. It softens the hairs and makes them easier to cut.
• Lather up with some shaving cream. I like the old classic: Barbasol Regular.
• Use a sharp razor. I haven’t found much difference between a two-blade and a three-blade razor.
• Start wherever you like. Use short, firm strokes and keep the blade going straight.
• What about the back? Use a mirror, or just run your hand around and go by feel.
• DON’T use aftershave on your head–it’s really painful. Almost an out-of-body experience. I use that green aloe vera stuff for sunburns.
• Speaking of sunburn, don’t forget the SPF. Your scalp will thank you.

Here’s the bottom line, fellas: when it comes to hair, enjoy it while you got it.

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