Shaving at OCS

[Kevincjr1]

Hello all, this may seem like a crazy topic but I am really trying to figure out what to do about this shaving crisis at OCS. I am an african american and I have never shaved a day in my life with a razor and shaving cream, mainly because I hate razor bumps and the sight of them.I have just used clippers to eliminate that problem, but obviously the shave isn't that close. I was wondering if someone could tell me what is allowed at OCS whether it be small clippers to dry shave or an electric razor. If I do have to use a regular razor and shaving cream does anyone know how to prevent those irritating razor bumps. Thanks in advance for any response.
Kevin

 

[WFU2USN]

Kevin,

I'm not sure if OCS is different than the rest of the Navy or not with regard to this. But, I have known many African American men who've had the same issue with shaving. These people frequently had a "no-shave" chit that had been issued to them from medical. Again, I'm not sure if OCS does that or not.

Good luck!

Robin
IS2(SCW)

 

[Kevincjr1]

Thanks for the response, I have no problem shaving it's just with a regular shaver and cream. But I guess what I really need to know is can I bring an electric trimmer, you know the small ones barbers use to do line ups. It's not big or anything like that,it is fairly small and I use these to shave because it is quick and it doesn't cause bumps. thanks in advance for any response.
kevin

 

[D_mac05]

From what I've heard around this forum, you ARE allowed an electric razor at OCS. So, it seems you should be fine.

D

 

[Nick]

I noticed one candidate using one, but that was before the SI's picked up our platoon.

Nick

 

[jaerose]

Ha, a guy named Nick in a shaving thread! Now that's funny! Just kidding. If you want to use a beard trimmer, I would suggest getting an electric razor with one of those built in...that way they cannot gripe about you having just the trimmer. Also, if you don't have a thick beard you could possibly get away with just using the trimmer for a while, but I would definitely shave for the inspections (like for 4th week liberty).

JR

 

[EODDave]

Try shaving in the shower with the water running on your face while you shave. First take a shower and wash your bald head. Then after the water has been on for a while and the hair is softened up shave with the water running. Works great.

Dave

 

[jaerose]

I'm going to let my beard grow and then just get my face waxed a couple of times before I go...so the hair grows back more slowly...it'll save time in the morning! I figure wax right before arriving, if I need to shave before liberty, then ok, otherwise just get waxed as needed on liberty. =) Actually, that would make me cry like a newborn baby!

JR