Category: Shaving
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A safety razor looks simple, and it is, but it doesn’t behave like the cartridge razor most of us learned on. The head doesn’t pivot, there is no lubricating strip, and nothing in the design encourages you to press. You control the angle, and the weight of the razor does the cutting. Get those two…
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How to Prevent Razor Burn: Causes Shaving Techniques & Aftercare If shaving leaves your skin red, stinging, or covered in an itchy rash, your technique is almost always the culprit — not your skin. Learning how to prevent razor burn comes down to three things: prepping your skin properly, shaving with the right tools and…
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Why Your Wet Shaving Routine Isn’t Working If your face is red, your neck is dotted with bumps, or your skin feels sandpapered after every shave, your razor probably isn’t the real problem. Your technique is. Most common wet shaving mistakes are rarely dramatic. You can own a quality safety razor, a sharp blade, and…
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To hold a straight edge razor, open it so the scales extend back from the blade, place your thumb under the shank on the jimps, rest three fingers along the top of the shank, and let your pinky sit on the tail of the tang. Keep your grip relaxed, hold the blade at about 30…
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The Ultimate Guide to Safety Razor Longevity: When and How to Refresh Your Shave Quick answer: Most safety razor blades last 3 to 7 shaves. Change yours sooner if the razor tugs, you need extra passes, or you start getting razor burn or nicks. Switching from plastic cartridges to a traditional double edge (DE) safety…
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The Science of the Shadow: How to Defeat the 5 O’clock Shadow for Good Unfortunately, your 5 O’clock shadow does not feel like a fashion choice; it’s simply a result of nature. One moment, your face is as smooth as silk; the next, the grainy stubble is back, seemingly appearing before your afternoon coffee has…