This is for you. Read on and enjoy... Or send me hate mail...Whatever floats your boat lol
So, I was thinking about this while working my way through the ritual this morning, and I thought Id post for those who are on the fence, using a cartridge and want to make the leap to DE or otherwise, but may be having a hard time convincing SWMBO regarding the initial expense. Lord knows mine was a tough sell. She still reels at the amount of money I pour into the habit. Well, we all know its not a good idea to back-door a major purchase on the ol lady; Likewise, walking into a confrontation unprepared can be disastrous to the cause. So the following are some tactically advantageous responses you can use to meet the beast head on, so to speak.
1) Its cost effective! (Remember to bubble with enthusiasm when you speak, the beast can sense weakness and will pounce at the faintest hint) You can find TONS of material across this website to support this argument. I wont bother repeating it all here. But a fun fact: For a modest, practical set of gear, most shave dens could be fully replaced every two years, and the total cost to shave would still be cheaper than Gillette Fusion!
2) Its better for your skin! And for your overall health! (Keep up that enthusiasm!) A truly great shave is a pampering experience, de-stressing, much like a full body massage (And she wouldn't want some backroom hussy putting her hands all over you, now would she?). For a man, a rewarding and relaxing, luxurious experience first thing in the morning steels his mind to the worries and troubles of the world at hand. Your mental and physical health will thank you! Heck, even sex will probably be better for it!
3) Lets not forget, the ingredients in most shave soaps and creams are a cut above the drug store canned gels and foams! (I dont need to say it, you know already) (Enthusiasm!...Sorry, I couldnt resist) Who wants to put all those toxics on their skin? If she argues with you about the ingredients, hand her a bar of Mikes Natural, and a can of Barbasol, and ask her to do some honest research before asserting her position. If all else fails here, try the guilt trip (hey, it worked on mom, didnt it?). I see. Well, I suppose youre right. My health is only so important.
4) And the coup de grace: For the man who has everything, this is a hobby that makes a gift-givers dreams come true! (I KNOW its been hours up to this point. Possibly days. But if you give in now, lose strength, peter out as it were, SHE WILL DEVOUR YOU! Youll be buying her hand lotions in little fancy bottles with your shaving budget, and shell leave you with the plastic disposables and Barbasol. I cant stress your perseverance enough!) For the man who has everything, gift giving can be a wifes nightmare. You dont need anything, you dont particularly want anything, but nevertheless, she needs you to want something so she can gift you. Well, this is her answer. Though she may not appreciate the validity of the assertion, a man can never have enough shaving paraphernalia! If you have 20 shaving brushes, or 100, or just 1, she will never need to ask you if youd like another. All she need do is check the shave den while youre in the garage, and then research and purchase a reputable brush that you dont already own. Maybe she fancies giving you a razor, all the better! The more the merrier. Rejoice, Wife, for you never need ask again! Every gift can be a beautiful, wonderful, beloved total surprise!
And of course, gentlemen, remember: The beast does not always think rationally, or appreciate practicality. In the end, there may be nothing you can do to win her over. In that case, remember, anytime youre at the check stand, use debit and take $40 cash back (this is a representative suggestion. Use sliding scale adjustments proportionate to your expendable income). At some point the next day, stash roughly 25% of it. Repeat this weekly. In no time, youll have all you need to quietly shop the black market, or just your local flea market, or set up a secret bank account using your neighbors address for the statements and deliveries, etc, etc. I particularly like the latter-most offering. Your wife will think you have the most generous neighbors, everyone wins Good luck Friends, and happy shaving!
So, I was thinking about this while working my way through the ritual this morning, and I thought Id post for those who are on the fence, using a cartridge and want to make the leap to DE or otherwise, but may be having a hard time convincing SWMBO regarding the initial expense. Lord knows mine was a tough sell. She still reels at the amount of money I pour into the habit. Well, we all know its not a good idea to back-door a major purchase on the ol lady; Likewise, walking into a confrontation unprepared can be disastrous to the cause. So the following are some tactically advantageous responses you can use to meet the beast head on, so to speak.
1) Its cost effective! (Remember to bubble with enthusiasm when you speak, the beast can sense weakness and will pounce at the faintest hint) You can find TONS of material across this website to support this argument. I wont bother repeating it all here. But a fun fact: For a modest, practical set of gear, most shave dens could be fully replaced every two years, and the total cost to shave would still be cheaper than Gillette Fusion!
2) Its better for your skin! And for your overall health! (Keep up that enthusiasm!) A truly great shave is a pampering experience, de-stressing, much like a full body massage (And she wouldn't want some backroom hussy putting her hands all over you, now would she?). For a man, a rewarding and relaxing, luxurious experience first thing in the morning steels his mind to the worries and troubles of the world at hand. Your mental and physical health will thank you! Heck, even sex will probably be better for it!
3) Lets not forget, the ingredients in most shave soaps and creams are a cut above the drug store canned gels and foams! (I dont need to say it, you know already) (Enthusiasm!...Sorry, I couldnt resist) Who wants to put all those toxics on their skin? If she argues with you about the ingredients, hand her a bar of Mikes Natural, and a can of Barbasol, and ask her to do some honest research before asserting her position. If all else fails here, try the guilt trip (hey, it worked on mom, didnt it?). I see. Well, I suppose youre right. My health is only so important.
4) And the coup de grace: For the man who has everything, this is a hobby that makes a gift-givers dreams come true! (I KNOW its been hours up to this point. Possibly days. But if you give in now, lose strength, peter out as it were, SHE WILL DEVOUR YOU! Youll be buying her hand lotions in little fancy bottles with your shaving budget, and shell leave you with the plastic disposables and Barbasol. I cant stress your perseverance enough!) For the man who has everything, gift giving can be a wifes nightmare. You dont need anything, you dont particularly want anything, but nevertheless, she needs you to want something so she can gift you. Well, this is her answer. Though she may not appreciate the validity of the assertion, a man can never have enough shaving paraphernalia! If you have 20 shaving brushes, or 100, or just 1, she will never need to ask you if youd like another. All she need do is check the shave den while youre in the garage, and then research and purchase a reputable brush that you dont already own. Maybe she fancies giving you a razor, all the better! The more the merrier. Rejoice, Wife, for you never need ask again! Every gift can be a beautiful, wonderful, beloved total surprise!
And of course, gentlemen, remember: The beast does not always think rationally, or appreciate practicality. In the end, there may be nothing you can do to win her over. In that case, remember, anytime youre at the check stand, use debit and take $40 cash back (this is a representative suggestion. Use sliding scale adjustments proportionate to your expendable income). At some point the next day, stash roughly 25% of it. Repeat this weekly. In no time, youll have all you need to quietly shop the black market, or just your local flea market, or set up a secret bank account using your neighbors address for the statements and deliveries, etc, etc. I particularly like the latter-most offering. Your wife will think you have the most generous neighbors, everyone wins Good luck Friends, and happy shaving!
