Third blade<\/strong> – backup blade that cuts any hair remaining.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nThis concept is the same for 4, 5, and 6 blade razors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Razors with more blades tend to be more popular and marketed more aggressively, promoting that they have a faster and more efficient shave because there are more blades. However, they are generally rougher on the skin, and less affordable.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s break down the pros and cons of multiple blade razors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n- Comfortable and easy<\/strong> – With more blades, the razor glides smoothly over the skin and cuts facial hair cleanly with precision.<\/li>
- Effortless<\/strong> – More blades and progressive geometry allows for just one stroke to remove the facial hair effortlessly and there\u2019s no need to get the perfect angle.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n- Increased chance of razor burn and skin irritation <\/strong>– With more blades there is more friction and against the skin which can cause razor burn and irritation easily especially if you have sensitive skin.<\/li>
- Increased chance of ingrown hairs <\/strong>– The first blade hooks the hair, and the second blade can sometimes cut hair beneath the skin (especially true for men with curly hair). This will give a great, close shave, but may set you up for more ingrown hairs.<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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