I am not really sure but it seems that I have experience a faster growth rate since I started shaving with my DE. Maybe it is because I never had much of a close shave before and now I just notice it more. However I feel like I do have more growth after one day than I used to in two or three. Is this normal?
I know what you are talking about, but I think it is the same rate of growth but the hairs are cut off at a different angle than with carts and it definitely is more noticeable once the hairs begin/dare to poke through.
I thought I'd heard or read (source: somewhere) that shaving could stimulate the hair follicles to actually grow faster. I don't know. Androgen levels are a major factor, as is general metabolic speed (i.e. thyroid function). Adequate protein or vegetarian? Don't like shaving? Try veganism! Seriously.
Since I've been trying to get closer shaves now with the DE system my stubble bothers me more than ever. Unfortunately for me I have the testosterone level of a gorilla and could easily shave twice a day. I've always hated shaving. Since taking DE shaving more seriously the last couple of months, I have several days where I wish my hair would grow faster so I can try a new soap/cream or blade out. I hope the novelty lasts.
I recently purchased a starter DE (I've used cartidges for years). The day after my first DE shave I looked in the mirror and couldn't believe how much stubble was showing. I think there are definite differences.
