The double-edged safety razor came to popularity in the early 1900s. Today, there is a rising number of men and women who are discovering the benefits of wet shaving. Safety razors are back. Men and women alike are choosing steel safety razors over plastic cartridges and disposable razors because of a variety of personal and…
Men across the world are beginning to realize the benefits of using the same kinds of safety razors their fathers and grandfathers learned to shave with. Much like vinyl albums, guys are learning that safety razors were superior to contemporary methods and what’s old is becoming new again. Safety razors offer one of the smoothest,…
You’ve begun the incredible journey of having the best shave of your life. After a close shave with your gleaming new safety razor, it begs the question, how do I store this thing once I’m done? Surely it can’t be balanced on the edge of your shave soap cup or the lid of your shaving…
For those looking to be more efficient while getting ready in the morning, shaving in the shower promises to help save some time but is it a good idea? Using a safety razor in the shower is a safe and convenient practice. The hot water and steam created in the shower are excellent elements that…
After a while, your safety razor may start getting grimy or clogged with hair without regular cleaning and it may not shave the way it did when you first got it! In this article, we will be covering how to quickly clean and sanitize your safety razor between shaves as well as how to periodically…
Straight razors are known to give a clean, super close shave. So why don’t more barbers use a reusable straight razor today? Barbers don’t use reusable straight razors with the same frequency they did in the past. Even those barbers who still offer “straight razor” shaves have moved to the use of shavettes. Several factors…
Have you ever nicked yourself when shaving and thought, is this razor safe? Are safety razors dangerous? Safety razors are not dangerous. They are safer than both a disposable cartridge razor and a straight razor. There are better safeguards, like a skin guard, built into a safety razor than the others. The other razors carry…
After shaving for decades with multiple blade cartridge razors, I decided to take a serious look at safety razors. Are they actually safe? The low barrier to entry to using safety razors is a stark contrast to the level of skill required to use a straight razor. Safety razors require less skill because the blades…
A well-groomed beard or clean-shaven face both look slick and professional, while stubble of any kind can range from rebellious to slothful. It’s one thing if you’ve cultivated your shave, but what if your five o’clock shadow is showing up around lunchtime? Facial hair grows at different rates for different men, depending on factors such…
Have you ever needed a razor in a pinch and wondered, where can I buy them? Are razors, blades, and cans of shaving cream available at the gas station? Gas stations have a limited selection of razors, blades, and shaving cream available for sale. Typically, the offerings will include basic disposable razors but you may…
