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As someone explained, ingrown hairs happen when the hair doesn't actually break the surface of the skin, the most common cause for them is shaving with poor gear or incorrectly. Basically you shave and instead of cutting the hair, the razor pulls it slightly out from the hair follicle before actually cutting it. So when the hair grows back, if it's even slightly off from it's previous position, there's a good chance it won't break through the skin and end up as an ingrown hair.

Some people also have naturally very curly hair which then ends up causing much more ingrown hairs than most others. If they just happen even without shaving then the issue is a bit more difficult to manage and there's actually very little you can do about it. However if they happen after shaving, then solution do exist.

I'm going to detail some things you can do about your shaving routine that should help with ingrown hairs.

First of all, get yourself a double edge razor. If you want something cheap you can get one for about 3$ from Amazon, for something a bit better and more expensive the Edwin jagger DE89 is an excellent razor. There are literally hundreds of other options out there, you can often find DE razors from antique shops, flea markets or just your parents/grandparents place. And vintage razors are often extremely good if they are in decent shape.

Next you'll need some blades, I recommend buying a sampler pack again this one is about 11$. The reason you want a sample pack is because certain blades work better for certain people, so you can try them out and find the blade that fits you.

Now why on earth would you spend the whopping 15$ on technology from 70's when you have the new gilette 20 blade razor that is supersharp technology masterpiece? Mostly because it's not supersharp, well..It kinda is but it won't stay that way. The problem is that blades go dull, and when blades go dull they don't cut well, when they don't cut well they tug the hair and you end up with ingrown hairs. The easy solution is to change the cartridge often, but the cartridges are really goddamn expensive so you don't want to do that. DE blades? You can get a years supply for 20-30$, change it every 1-3 shaves and you can ensure the blade stays sharp and cuts well.

Someone also suggested exfoliating the skin, but you can kill two birds with one stone. You can get yourself a shaving brussh, something simple like the Omega 10077 it's a good, cheap starter brush it's a bit on the harder side so you can easily use it to exfoliate your skin prior to shaving. With that you can get a tube of Proraso shaving cream which is leaps and bounds better than the stuff you get from a supermarket in a can. Then to top it off get yourself some nice aftershave to calm your skin after shaving.

Now you'll also need to change your entire routine a bit. Slap a blade on your new razor, fill your sink up with some hot water and let your brush soak in the water. While your brush soaks rinse the areas you want to shave with plenty of hot water, this helps to open up the pores and soften your hair prior to shaving. If you want you can use some pre-shave to try and keep the irritation to your skin to minimum. Now you'll need to prep some lather, you can use a bowl, your hand or just do it right where you want to shave Here's a good guide on what you can do. The basic idea is to make sure your brush isn't exactly dripping wet but still wet, get about an almond size drop of the shave cream, then just mix up the cream like you'd be mixing eggs, add drops of water if needed. Once you have some lather, apply it in the places you want. You should use rather brisk circular motions, these help to prop your hair up and makes them easier to shave. Applying cream with hands usually has the bad effect of pushing your hair flat on your skin which makes shaving harder.

Now you have some lather so you'll need to shave. There are two main things to keep in mind with a DE: Blade angle and pressure.

Basically there is an ideal blade angle and finding one will take some time. However there is an entire wiki page dedicated to this. The second one is pressure, with a cartridge razor you ten dto press it against your skin, because the blades are dull and you try to shave as well as possible. With a DE, you should not put any pressure on your skin. The blade is sharp enough to cleanly cut the hair with zero pressure. Getting a hang of it is gonna take a week or so, but once you do you will consistently get better shaves. And be sure to rinse your blade often with the water you have in your sink, you don't want too much cream clogging the blade up.

The basic three pass DE shave includes one pass with the grain of the hair, another across the grain and the final pass is done very carefully against the grain and only if needed or you absolutely want to do it. Shaving against the grain gives you the best shave, but also irritates your skin more and is much more likely to end up with reddish skin or small cuts. So you fist shave everything with the grain, then rinse, apply lather, shave across the grain, rinse, and shave against the grain if needed.

Finally rinse with cool water, dry yourself up and apply aftershave. For other post-shave products you can get yourself an Alum bloc. It's a natural astringent that closes up most small razor nicks. After your final pass and after rinsing your face, grab the block and just massage it on the areas where you shaved, then rinse your face again. Another excellent product is witch hazel. It's again an all natural skin care product, it helps to cool, refresh and revitalize your skin. You can also use it daily even if you don't shave. Personally I apply witch hazel after I rinse off the alum. Then wait a few minutes and apply after shave.

Doing all that should help to decrease skin irritation and reduce ingrown hairs. And those products are just a dip in he ocean, there are hundreds of soaps, aftershaves, creams and all manner of other things you can get cheap and easy. Check out /r/wicked_edge for more.

Sure. I will offer up this as a super cheap example of a decent way to start. It will provide a decent shave at a very reasonable price and you can always upgrade later if you decide that you want to.

Razor. It is cheap as hell, but works surprisingly well.

Blades. Buying a sample pack is a great way to decide on a blade that suits you. Every blade is different for everyone. A blade that works wonders for me may leave you with razorburn or stubble and vice versa. Unlike most things cost is not indicitive of how good a blade is.

Brush. Some people prefer badger hair brushes, some people prefer boar bristle. I like both and I use both. This is a decent boar bristle brush for someone starting out. The more that boar is used, the softer it gets.

Soap. Believe it or not you can easily spend hundreds a year on soaps and creams alone if you decide you want to try everything out there. Proraso soap is a great one for a beginner though, easy to lather, slick, and protective. It gives a nice tingle to your face due to the menthol so that is something to be aware of though.

For under $45 you can get started with a full kit. For under $25 if you just want the razor and some blades.

Now here is my favorite setup

Razor. The Merkur 39c has a head that holds the blade at a slant, enabling it to cut more like a guillotine. This is good for someone like me that has very tough and wiry beard hair.

Blades. Astra Superior Platinum razor blades are my favorite. Each one will last me for 3-4 days of shaving. Remember, a blade that works for me may not work for you. Blades are a trial and error thing.

Brush. I have more expensive brushes, but this brush is my favorite. Very soft, yet has enough stiffness to easily whip up a lather and it holds tons of water.

Soap. This is a shave stick. You rub the soap on your face and then use your brush to build a lather. This listing is for 15 shave sticks. A single stick can easily last 6-9 months.

For about 130 bucks you can make a big jump in quality. The majority of costs involved are in the razor itself and a more expensive brush. If I wanted I could spend upwards of 200 dollars on a stainless steel razor and over 500 dollars on high end silvertip badger hair brush. As I have mentioned before, this hobby is as cheap or as expensive as you want it to be.

I hope this helps.

Here are the basic advantages:

CARE OF SKIN - DE shaving, using lather, a good razor and blade, and good technique, is much kinder to your skin that the 5-blade, tug-and-cut scraping action of a Fusion. More details on request, but many guys have commented on how much their skin/acne/ingrowns have improved since making the switch.

QUALITY OF SHAVE - This will probably not be new information, but advertisements often do not provide reliable information. (Note the obvious conflict of interest, for example.) Quite frequently, guys who have made the switch find that their shaves are much better, an observation reinforced by the comments from significant other, children, and/or grandchildren that their face is not so scratchy as it used to be.

COST OF SHAVE - My blades cost 9¢ each and last a week. For $4.50, I get a year's worth of shaves. How much do you spend on Fusion cartridges in a year? Shaving soap and cream are also much less expensive than canned foam, besides being better, more fragrant, and more pleasurable.

QUALITY OF LIFE - DE shaving improves one's quality of life. Specifically:

Environmental benefits - These are obvious: much less landfill fodder and many fewer noxious chemicals involved in traditional shaving.

Personal benefits - This was the clincher for me: shaving went from a tedious, boring, hateful chore to a real pleasure, something I look forward to each morning and truly enjoy. It makes a significant psychological difference to begin the day with taking care of yourself while doing something you enjoy rather than hurrying through something you hate.

FWIW, I wrote a comprehensive introduction to DE shaving that answers these and many other questions. You can get much of the same info on the Internet (but not all, I believe), but the book provides an organized and consistent introduction and discusses the many choices and tradeoffs in equipment, supplies, and techniques. Check out the reader reviews to see whether you think it would help you.

The doubled edged safety razor in general costs substantially less than a staight razor. Indeed, the Silvertone razor is less than $3 and gives quite a good shave. (Check out this sub-$50 beginner kit for some specific recommendations). Of course, with a DE razor you have to buy blades (read this post on blades---they're not wh¢at you expect), but blades are cheap. I mainly use a brand that cost 9¢ per blade, which lasts about a week: around $4.50/year for the blades.

The problems with multiblade cartridges:

a. Expensive, so guys try to stretch their life, which means a lot of time they're shaving with a dull set of blades.

b. Effort: even if the blades are sharp, it requires some force to push (say) 5 blades through the stubble: cutting 5 blades' worth of stubble at a time means you encounter a lot of resistance. When cutting with a single blade, you find MUCH less resistance. (To minimize resistance the most, one would use a slant-bar razor, but I would recommend that as a second razor, once your technique is good.)

c. Pressure: when you're putting that much effort into cutting, you tend to press the cartridge against the skin, scraping away. That's why so many guys believe that they have "sensitive skin". Most of them don't: they have damaged skin. (Of course, some guys really do have sensitive skin, sometimes to the point of requiring medical intervention. But for most, the issue is damage rather than sensitivity.)

Take a look at my guide for more information and detail, if you think the read reviews warrant it. And when you start, avoid the four most common mistakes cartridge shavers make when switching to a DE razor.

Hope this helps.

Guide to budget-buying for your first safety razor? Yes. As a matter of fact, this is the biggest advantage of shaving the old way: Supplies are quite cheap (though enthusiasts can quickly spend quite a lot of money on fancy brushes and hand-made razors). Go to Amazon, and look at these:

Silver Tone DE Razor -- For the money, you can't really beat this razor. I have one, and it works as it ought to. You might pick up an antique for no more than a couple bucks at a yard sale or antique shop; but give this a try if you can't be arsed.

Williams Mug Shaving Soap -- Works well enough; best when lathered on the puck. Cheapest you can buy.

Luxor Pro Badger Brush -- It's cheap. But it works. It will probably start losing bristles and thus wear out after a year or two; YMMV. If you want to get something a little nicer that will last a good long while, plan to spend at least $25 on a shaving brush; boar are better for the cheaper brushes but badger are the best if they are quality.

Most recommend getting one of the blade sampler packs on Amazon if you don't know what you like shaving with. These cost $12-30 or so, depending on how many blades are in them. If you're looking to go really cheap, get a 100 pack of Derby blades for $8. You can get a five pack of cheap blades for as little as $1, but I can't vouch for the effectiveness of those.

All told, this combo will cost you around $18.92, and you'll have adequate shaving supplies to last you for a couple years (depending on how much soap you use).

In time you'll want to upgrade things, of course; but this will do you well.

With regards to shaving: You can get a fantastic shave without relying on the overpriced multi-blade cartridge razors so popular these days. I'd recommend the following as you can acquire them:

1. A reasonably priced stainless steel old fashioned double-edged razor handle. Here is one example on Amazon that is cheap with good reviews
   
   
2. A brush for lather, especially badger hair. I use this one by Tweezerman, also on Amazon
   
   
3. A decent shaving soap/cream. I use the Bigelowe brand from Bath and Body works, which is often on a Buy 2, Get 1 sale and a $10 tube of this stuff will last you a LONG time. As a matter of fact, I have an extra tube of the stuff at the moment. If you think you're going to spring for the razor and brush, PM me with your address and if you're in the US I'll send it to you. You only need a toothpaste-sided dab of this stuff to work into a lather, and it had an excellent minty feeling against your face.
   
   
4. Double-edged razor-blades, and you can get sampler packs in order to try different ones and see what you like best. Check in at /r/wicked_edge for opinions of different brands. Most are very economical on a per-blade basis compared to the multi-blade cartridges so many people use these days.
   
   
   A few additional helpful hints:
   
   

• Shave right after a hot shower, it wets the hair, opens up the hair follicles and removes dirt and debris from your face that otherwise might detract from your shave.
  
  
• The red "bumps" on your face may well be shaving bumps. Quick question: do you have curly, kinky or "nappy" hair? Many seem to be of the opinion that double(or more)-bladed razors exacerbate this, because when you pull the cartridge across your face, the first blade snags many hairs, pulling them out slightly from the follicle, and the next blade cuts the hair, which then drops below the surface of the skin. This results in a seemingly very clean smooth shave.... for the first day. If your hair is tightly curled as it grows out though, some of the hairs will grow into the skin instead of smoothly out the follicle, resulting in shaving bumps during the days after your shave. Using razors with single blades, and shaving right after a hot shower should reduce this.
  
  
• If you're using an old-fashioned shave with lather that you work up with a brush instead of from a can, you don't need a shaving bowl. If you're right handed, use your left hand as a paddle surface to work up a lather on, kind of like Bob Ross and his paint palette.
  
  Best of luck!

Ok, here is what I recommend to start with. This is basically what I started with to. None of these items are the best quality, but you can get a feel for the shave technique and you'll know if you want to spend more money on better stuff quickly.

Razor

Blades note you'll want to try other brands eventually, but these are not harsh, they're inexpensive, and thus a good first purchase.

Bowl & brush note toss this puck of soap, it's shit.

Shave soap



This will get you going for gear. You can sub out stuff for better quality if you want, but I'd keep it cheap to start. You'll also want to learn how to use all this stuff. This is what I used to learn how to shave the first time. You'll find there are many techniques and schools of thought, but this is the best basic guid to learn and develop muscle memory.



Good luck, and if you need help pm me or check us out at /r/Wicked_edge/

Razors - A lot of women actually use men's razors for legs and underarms. This is what I use! They are less expensive and do the same exact job. No need to pay the pink tax. Personally, I use these

Moisturizer - I use Aveeno lotions. I can't handle smells and Aveeno is usually scentless.

Nail care - I am currently trying to take better care of my nails so they don't CHIP ALL THE TIME. Cuticle butter at night, and cuticle oil alllll throughout the day.

Eyebrow care - I have very bushy brows. Even though a bold brow is in right now, if I let mine go natural, it is like 2 fuzzy caterpillars on my brow bone. Get a more expensive pair of tweezers, trust me. The cheap ones will struggle grasping the hairs. Eyebrow razors to get the edges and help trim everything up]

Face wash - I have really good skin - super lucky, I know. I just use a gentle face wash and that is it.

I would try it first with lower end...just in case you dont like it....

The Tweezerman brush is pretty good for $9 on Amazon, pick up some Bigelow shave cream from Bath and Body Works for $10 (just rebranded Proraso), a sampler of blades, an espresso mug for working lather and some Nivea Sensitive shave balm.

For a razor, this was my first DE and it is a great, cheap, all metal DE that will let you know if DE is right for you. Mantic actually had a review on one of his videos and really liked it as well. It is heavy-ish, even and very forgiving.

http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1347028678&sr=8-9&keywords=de+razor

Plus at under $10 you wont feel bad moving up to something more advanced as you get better.

Wal Mart even carries a Clubman Styptic for about 75 cents...If you are feeling you want a shave soap instead of cream, try Van Der Hagen from Wal Mart for about $1.50.



There is no need to go over $50 if you havent even tried it yet. Then you can replace parts as you find what works best and send these items to the travel bag.

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I use the SODIAL razor and Bestshave horsehair brush in my travel kit. The Arko stick is compact. I have an older version of one of these toiletry bags.

• Razor: SODIAL/Ri,Mei - $2.56 to U.S., Ri,Mei - $4.50 with case Canada/Worldwide), excellent starter/travel razor, shaves like a Gillette Tech. I just bought one as a travel razor, it’s great.
  
• Brush: Bestshave.net No:6 Horse Hair - $2.45, I have two, one in my travel kit, nice brush.
  
• Soap: Bestshave.net has a large selection, Arko Stick at $1.95 or Arko Tub $4.40 are popular.
  
• Blades: Bestshave.net
  
• Polsilver Super Iridium (5) - $2.30
  
• Astra Superior Platinum (10) - $1.04
  
• Rapira (10) - $.80
  
• Bic Chrome Platinum (10) - $1.95
  
• Shark (10) - $.85
  
• Derby (10) - $1.00
  
• Racer (10) - $.76
  
• Sixty-five blades for $8.70, $.13 per blade, most blade sampler packs cost $.25 to $.60 a blade. They have other blades, these are ones I’ve tried, I don’t like some, other people do.
  
• Total Cost: $15.66 U.S. ($17.55 Canada/Worldwide)
  
  
• Reviews: Blade Reviews - Photos of Kit - YouTube Razor Review - YouTube Razor Demo - No:6 Horsehair brush review the brush quality has improved since this was written.
  

I have the same problem and I've learned that having a good routine helps tremendously.

1. Use a scrub exfoliator before shaving... but be careful if you decide to use after shaving. Some scrubs can sting!
   
2. Aftershave can really make a difference. I've had a lot of luck with this product that was recommended by my dermatologist (she removed a BAD ingrown hair in that region a few months ago).
   
3. Be careful not to shave too often or you could be irritating your hair follicles (keep in mind that the skin in your pubic region becomes more sensitive around the time of your period... Personally, i avoid shaving down there during this time because If I do it is pretty much a guarantee my skin will freak out.)
   
4. Try experimenting with different blades. You could try single-bladed/straight razors (I've had luck in the past with these!), super-hydrating 5-blade Venus razors, standard 3-bladed, electric razors or battery powered (i'm trying this out currently)
   
5. There's always waxing.
   
6. Laser hair removal is the only true long-term fix. (This was also suggested by my dermatologist during the same appointment that I mentioned earlier.) Start saving to quit shaving for good!
   
   I hope these tips help! Good luck to you, my fellow ingrown-haired sister.

Personally I use:

• Razor
  
  
• Blade
  
  
• Shave Soap
  
  But wet shaving is very much a YMMV kind of thing. You may find that a different razor/blade combination works better for you. I got the cheap razor and a blade sample pack to start. The razor is cheap $$ wise but it's good quality. I've had no issues with it.
  
  /u/LeisureGuy over in /r/wicked_edge is the ultimate shaving guru IMO. Here's his guide for a shaving kit under $50. It's a very friendly community overall, and accept women as well. Most of the guys there that have wives/girlfriends pressure them to switch because it's so much better than cartridge (and cheaper!). I've seen various posts by females saying they've been converted and absolutely love it.
  
  Edit: I do not shave my legs yet. But when I do, I will absolutely be using my DE razor to do so.
  The blade sampler pack is essential in the beginning to try various blades to see which one works best for you. They all have various levels of aggressiveness/sharpness/etc.

Male here. One with sensitive skin, and not the biggest fan of the pleasure a razor can give me. I don't care about any hair above the clit. I don't care, weather it is trimmed, shaved, or all natural. All is fine. Although I prefer the bush, it is mature and sexy to me. I like to play with it and comb it. It calms me so much.

Below the clit is a different area. If he starts to finger you, having long hairs down there, will be uncomfortable. It gets pulled by him, goes into your vagina, sticks to his fingers. The easiest you can do is to trim it. It is totally fine for fingering ant petting. I personally prefer smooth, shaved labia when it comes to oral. It is much better to lick the smooth skin. But if you don't want to shave it fully, the most you can miss is him jumping right between your lips. Some tips to shave it. Foam it, and let the foam do its job to soften your hair. Then shave it in the direction of hair growth. Don't buy women's razor. That's a POS compared to a normal razor designed to shave your face. And it is probably overpriced because you think it gives you more. I personally use Wilkinson Quattro Titanium with beard trimmer. It's $15 at Amazon. Works for me, although near my Adam's apple I cut myself often. But I doubt a pussy has such sharp edges. Make sure you don't push it on your labia too hard. And if you shave it for the first time, clean the blades after each stroke. Helps it keep clean, and shaves better if clean. If you have no irritation after shaving in direction, you can try perpendicular, and against it too.

This is barely under $20 before shipping...but is Just over $30 after shipping. I suspect shopping around for better vendors will provide better results.

This was similar to the kit I started out with. Same blades (not the sharpest, but are plenty forgiving), same Creme, better brush than the Van Der Hagen I started with. Not sure about the razor, but a solid cap razor tends to be better than a bomb-door razor at this price point, that's why I went with that option.

Razor : http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_53?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342132824&sr=1-53&keywords=safety+razor : $6.72 : $5.12 shipping

Shaving brush (Fromm/Diane) : http://www.amazon.com/Fromm--Diane-Handle-Shaving-Brush/dp/B0020JD5M4/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342132917&sr=1-1&keywords=shaving+brush : $3.79 : $2.49 shipping

30 ct Derby Blades: http://www.amazon.com/Derby-Double-Edge-Razor-Blades/dp/B002OC76CW/ref=sr_1_3?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342132974&sr=1-3&keywords=derby : $3.28 : free shipping

C.O.Bigelow shave cream: http://www.amazon.com/C-O-Bigelow-Premium-Shaving-Cream-1-7/dp/B003D2NMH0/ref=sr_1_14?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342133059&sr=1-14&keywords=shaving+creme : $5 : $3.94 shipping

Bowl: any old cereal bowl: free, you should already own a few extra ones.

Total: $18.79 before ship + 11.55 Ship = Grand Total 30.34

> Dollar Shave Club

You can get the same razors from Amazon in bulk cheaper than DSC.
The executive blades are Dorco Pace. 10 pack + 1 handle $20.99 ($2.10 per blade) or 12 Pack Refill (No Handle) $22.99 ($1.92 per blade). I have been using them the last few months and have been happy with them. No plans to switch back to Gillette. http://amzn.com/B00MYC4PYY

As I understand it, with DCS its a pack of 4 blades every month for $9.00, so $2.25 per blade.

DSC is free shipping. Amazon has free shipping options when you meet dollar limits, $35 I think now. I have Amazon Prime already so free 2 day shipping with that.

Not a huge difference, after all DSC wants to make a profit, but there is some savings that will add up over time. Where it comes into play most for me is a cartridge will last me longer than a week so I wouldn't need a new pack every month.

You can also get Dorco for her type of blades as well. http://amzn.com/B008O87QC0

Another option to look into is Harry's Blades. https://www.harrys.com
I have been hearing their ads on several different pod casts that I listen to and have been looking into their products. They seems to have good reviews. Handle looks nicer, different options there. You can order the blades as needed, discounts for ordering high quantities. A 16 pack for $25.00 gets the per blade price down to $1.56 and comes with free shipping. They also offer shave plans as a subscription service at three different levels: everyday shaver, occasional shaver, and infrequent shaver. Try code "HELLOINTERNET" for 10% off or "hiHoliday" for $5 off the Winter Winston set. From Hello Internet pod cast, http://www.hellointernet.fm/.

Lots of good suggestions above. I'd recommend against starting out with a shavette. If you want to get a straight razor, get a real one, from a small vendor who will hone the factory edge to a shave-ready state. And expect to pay £100 or so for your kit, although you can save a bit if you buy a used razor (and a bit more if the razor is ugly).

Personally, I'd go for a DE razor. They're cheaper and easier to use. And if you choose to go to an open blade at some point in the future, the skills you've learned will be largely transferable.

As far as DE razors go, there are few that shave better for most people than the Edwin Jagger, which costs about £20. I'm also partial to this cheap Chinese razor, but part of its appeal is that cost in the US is about $2. Not sure I'd be as crazy about it at three times the price.

The balance tips in your favor when it comes to shave sticks. You listed the Arko as a possibility, and it's my go-to soap. But I can't buy Palmolive shave sticks in my town, while your local chemist probably has them for 50p or so.

As far as the brush goes, I'd go with an Omega Professional rather than that Wilkinson Sword boar brush. Or you could go with badger; the Edwin Jagger best badger brush is very nice. Nicer yet - and less expensive - is this silvertip brush - about £18, including international shipping.

This is a brilliant scam on the part of Gillette. Those cartridges will cost you thousands of dollars over the course of your life, but they send you the razor when you turn 18 and get you hooked.

Do yourself a HUGE favor and buy a good DE razor and a blade sample pack. You'll get a closer shave and save a bundle of money.

Basic starter kits (you might want to go for a better razor?):
http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=pd_sim_sbs_hpc_1


http://www.amazon.com/FEATHER-Oclock-SILVER-SUPER-MAX-Sampler/dp/B00BQFX7K8/ref=sr_1_15?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1373346587&sr=1-15&keywords=de+razor+blades+sampler

In case you didn't know, the Sodial DE razor is recommended here a lot for new DE shavers and only cost about $2 on Amazon. It's a chinese knock off but it's a great way to start learning with almost no financial loss

Also, for about $17 you can get a Weishi nickel plated razor that is incredibly mild. As close as impossible to nick or cut yourself as any razor on the market, even with feather blades. I own one of these that I bring with me on vacations (because if I lose it I give zero fucks). Really good learning DE razor. I recommend the nickel coating for a smoother glide, but you can get these for cheaper without it.

Then just order a blade sampler pack, try some blades out, and when you find one that works for you stop sampling and shave with it for about 2 months and work on your technique. Afterwards you will have a great baseline on which blade works well for your face once you start trying new blades again... good luck!

along with the packs of safety razor blades you should have extra safety razors in your stores ... if nothing else they make great barter items that will build future clients for the razor blades ...

Amazon has a direct Chinese razor manufacturer shipping for free ... all metal construction ... $3.36 ea .... has hundreds of favorable reviews ... worth a gamble to give one a try ... Silvertone or Sodial Silvertone Safety Razors

http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=

I have a Merkur Classic that I used for shaving, and I love it. As an experiment in frugality, I picked up a cheapy safety razor for my wife for shaving her legs, and to be honest, there's a big difference between these two options -- both for her shaving her legs and for me shaving my face. The Merkur is much better, though I can't say whether it's because of the open combs, the angle of the blade, or what.

That said, buy a Merkur Classic (or similar, good quality razor) plus a bunch of blades at $0.10 each and you're good to go for a long time. Very frugal.

Cheap Starter kit $29.37:

Silver Tone Double Edge Blade Razor Shaver w Nonslip Metal Handle $6.72

Derby Double Edge Razor Blades 30 Ct $3.70

Escali 100% Pure Badger Shaving Brush $13.95

Col. Conk Lime Glycerine Shave Soap 2.25 oz. $5.00

Blade sample pack (nor merkur or feather though):

Double Edge Safety Razor Blade Variety Pack - 100 Blades!

Better starter kit ($110.85):

Parker 82R Super HeavyWeight Butterfly Open Double Edge Safety Razor & 10 Shark Double Edge Blades $30.88

Edwin Jagger 1ej946sds Traditional English Best Badger Hair Shaving Brush Faux Ebony Medium With Drip Stand, Black, Medium $41.72

Geo F. Trumper Limes Shaving Soap in Wooden Bowl $32

10 Feather Razor Blades NEW Hi-stainless Double Edge $6.25

Looking good, brother! When I finally fully shaved my head, it was a truly liberating experience.

Don't use a Bic, pick one of these up as well as some Proraso shaving cream. If you want, you can also pick up an exfoliating scrub as a pre-shave.

I shave my head in the shower and go by feel; I don't need a mirror until after when I touch up my sideburns to make it even. Using warm/hot water, I get my head wet and scrub with my hands, then use the exfoliator and scrub the oils/dead skin off. Rinse. (The wicked_edge subreddit users may wanna look away here) Use about a nickel-size dollop of Proraso on my left hand and lather it up on my head real well. I keep the lather on my left hand and with my right hand, start shaving with the grain. After that first pass, I add a little more water to my lathered hand and lather my head again for the second pass WITH the grain. This is where I go by feel; I use my left hand to feel and my right hand to shave until smooth all around.

Once I feel that I've gotten everything, I rinse off and use a beard shampoo to help get all those shaved bits outta my beard; they tend to cling onto the beard oils otherwise and I just use a bit of extra beard balm to keep it hydrated.

So yea, you may or may not need a 3rd pass since it'd be your first time shaving like this but I've been shaving this way for the past 4-5 years and I rarely need to anymore.

This sub focuses on shaving with old school razors that would probably work well for you but may not be what you’re ready for if you’ve never shaved before.

Instead what I’m going to suggest is you look for a specific cartridge razor sold at many stores called “The Bump Fighter”. It’s a single blade cartridge razor designed and marketed for black men fighting ingrown hairs.

Amazon sells it here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011Z3WXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2t3VAbSNAKM5N

You can either just buy the disposable razors like that first link or get a non disposable razor with refill cartridges like this next link.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011Z3WXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ez3VAb9F31V0B

I also see it listed on the websites for Walmart and Walgreens but don’t know if your local stores will have it in stock or not. Good chance one of them will. I’d probably try Walgreens first.

Then for shaving cream, traditional soaps with a brush will provide better lubrication and you can get lots of great suggestions from other people’s posts here but you may not find any of that stuff at a local store.

>I still use disposables

> haven't been able to convince my wife to budget the initial expense for a DE kit

A pack of disposables is like, what, 8 bucks? You can get this for four and then thirty blades for $10 which is actually kind of expensive but you're just getting started.

So for the cost of two packs of disposables you have a starter kit of 30-60 shaves. You can keep using your normal cream for now, but eventually you can switch over to better stuff.

Then, once you get a hang of it you can ask for fancier razors or brushes for Christmas/Birthdays/etc.

And your wife will give you bonus points for saving money! Everybody wins.

I would probably return / trash that brush and grab this $9 synthetic brush that I really like, or this inexpensive synthetic one that leisureguy really likes. (Or maybe I'm just biased because I know how many nicks / weepers I've painted over for my second / third pass and would not feel OK using someone else's old brush.) (The anthrax concerns obsolete at this point though. :))

Then consider whether you really want to learn to shave with an SE (single edge) safety razor, which has fewer blade choices and a different technique than a DE (double edge) razor.

If so, then grab some blades for use with your Gem razor (the Valet AutoStrop apparently does not take standard SE blades).

If not, then consider picking up a DE razor, which can start as low as $3 or so and a blade sampler pack, that will allow you to choose from a variety of blades as you go. (If you've got a little extra $, the Edwin Jagger is a very well regarded mild razor.)

In terms of soap, make sure it's not just a bath bar with clay added and marketed as a shaving soap, as many homemade soap companies do that, and it's usually a sub-optimal product. Look for a soap that's well thought of on the shaving forums. (You can find soaps made without animal products for shaving if you look around.)

Once you've got your full set up, then the first step is to practice making lather. A good lather is the foundation for a good shave. Practice 5-10 latherings at least, making lather on the brush or in a bowl, then lathering up your non-dominant hand for practice.

Then start shaving. Remember to use NO PRESSURE. Use a sharp blade and just let the razor do the work.

Good luck! We're here to help!

Check this out.

It's the EXACT same products you'd be getting from DSC, but cheaper. Here's replacement cartridges for cheaper as well. DSC just repackages the blades and marks them up. The only conceivable reason to buy from DSC over Dorco is if you like their marketing and actively want to be marketed to (I wouldn't blame you, their marketing campaign is pretty funny).

Looks like a Van Der Hagen boar brush and soap. Those were the first brush and soap I used and they're okay. You can get them with as a set with a bowl pretty cheap.

I've never heard of Buffalo Horn razors though. $40 could be a pretty inexpensive starter's kit but whether or this is a good deal hinges on how good that razor is.

I know of a really cheap razor that's actually pretty good so it's possible to get a decent starter kit for little more than 20 bucks.

An easy way to find out if it's your razor: Buy a Silver Tone. They cost $2.03 plus free shipping

I have one and I love it. I've never had a closer shave. What kind of blades are you using? Maybe try something sharper? Like Feathers?

I'd love to get this stuff from you. Why? I've currently only got one of these http://amzn.com/B0050HO9MI and would love to get something a bit more refined. I've been looking into getting some more gear and this would fit the bill perfectly.

A good, cheap pair of earbuds

Or, if you're willing to spend a few dollars more, these earbuds are fantastic.

A watch

Amazon also sells tons of their own cool stuff- look around

A safety razor.

Also, Amazon sells a ton of books for super cheap. Look around.

It isn't really that expensive though. I bought the Dorco razors from Amazon two years ago. They're the same ones Dollar Shave Club uses. It costs me literally less than a dollar a month to shave 'with bells and whistles' because I take 10 seconds every time I shave to take care of the blade. I'm not saying you're one, but shaving hipsters love to talk about how cheap regular safety razors are but then go out and spend $100 on a badger brush, $50 on a bowl, buy expensive skin oils and pre and post shave balms. The whole movement is chock full of hypocrisy.

My wife loves hers! I haven't tried it myself. I picked it up off ebay for a pretty great score, it was rusted in the open position and damn near took vice grips to turn the thing. I slathered it up with some penetrating oil and let it sit for 20-30 minutes and then went at it with a brillo pad. After about a half hour of scrubbing it was moving wonderfully!

I then let it sit in some 91% isopropyl alcohol for another 10 minutes or so to cut the oil stank. She's been using it every other day since! She actually fully stopped using cartridges because of it! Before that she was using a cheap 3 piecer I got off Amazon for like $3 from China.

Oh, links...
Silvertone double edge razor http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0050HO9MI

Arko shave stick, easy to lather, and a pretty decent smell www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002A5OLHQ

There are all different kinds of brushes, here are a few
www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003BWNR9A/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1377634966&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000G647Y8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1377635019&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001PDDEVS/ref=mp_s_a_1_13?qid=1377635056&sr=8-13&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

Also, for $26 is a good brush, from Larry at whipped dog.
www.whippeddog.com/products/view/silvertip-badger

Blades, well look on amazon for a sampler pack , or try maggard;
www.maggardrazors.com/index.php/product-category/razor-blades/
Make your own, or choose one of theirs!

I would not trust a 3 dollar anything with the safety of my face.

EDIT: I think I spent around $50 to get started with wet shaving. I used some spray shaving cream I already had.

EDIT2: The reviews for this seem favorable on Amazon. Though a lot of the lower reviews are along the lines of "I wish I got a better quality one", "too light", "you get what you pay for", and "arrived with manufacturing defect". Perhaps I would trust this with my face.

EDIT3: Relevant? http://www.reddit.com/r/wicked_edge/comments/1itdrv/for_3_shipped_how_can_i_go_wrong/

If you want to get into DE shaving and you don't want to worry about spending a decent bit of money on something that isn't too good, you could always start with the Silvertone/Sodial/Rimei razor -- for $2.81 + free shipping you can hardly say that the money was wasted, and it receives pretty high reviews from most. It's what I use and I am perfectly happy with it.

It amazes me how many people are caught by the DSC trap even when they know full well of the superior alternative.

In case you somehow haven't heard and still falsely believe DSC is doing anything to save you money, follow this link and thank me with an upvote.

came here as a dude to learn new ingrown hair prevention tips but i'll give advice instead. no matter what i've tried, shaving my face results in ingrowns.

however, i have found something that seems to be the best so far, resulting in very few, sometimes none, and that is bump fighter razors. these are significant because they have a built in guard that will leave a TINY amount of stubble, it just doesn't shave super close which is how ingrowns come about, which i personally think is way better than having ingrown hairs.

i also use a "real" shaving cream where i create the lather myself instead of from a can using a badger brush.

I'll step in and talk about the Feather razor. In all honesty, it is not significantly better in function than a brass bodied razor from Parker, or the razor that often gets mentioned here the Merkur (neither inexpensive or uses better materials). Heck even the $3 razor I use for travel and it is probably less likely to break if dropped than the Merkur if dropped.

But I got the thing as a gift. One of those graduation/wedding/holiday gifts and it is still part of my everyday routine. Unlike other razors the blades are snug and you don't have to fiddle with alignment, The knurling has the best positive grip that I have found even when were, the stainless steel is machined unlike other stainless razors that are sintered and not in production at the time, it is not plated, and it gives a nice mild shave. It has to be about a decade old by now. Six Gillette Fusion refill packs of 8 would have cost the same as that razor and I doubt that I have spent $20 in blades since then.

Over all, all of the above should be mentioned in a BIFL on DE razors, however the thread you linked to with the Feather Razor was a lifetime warantee thread and I do not know how many other brands have this, and it specifically mentions their stainless version because I doubt that their $20 twist to open DE is covered.

Similarly your "$150 on a frying pan, so you can fry your grilled cheese to perfection." comment seems both out of context and misleading. Copper, stainless, and cast iron each use different materials and machining practices. My most used pan is a $10 (used) skillet that is around 70 years old, my next most used is a $200 stainless pot. These are not dorm room/get lost stolen/destroyed by roommate used to make a velveeta and wonderbread sandwich, but something this person will use for a lifetime. Heck, 80% of that thread was about how to take care of the least expensive of the BIFL cookware, cast iron.

Amazon has a couple for REALLY cheap and they are good quality.. If I find the one I bought I'll link it to you, because it's fantastic and was like 6 bucks or something

EDIT: FOUND IT!!!!

If you are just looking to dip your toe into the waters then pick up this guy from Amazon for $2. It will get to your house in about two weeks since it ships from hong kong. During that two weeks hit a local walmart or other appropriate store and pick up a pack of 10 safety razor blades also for less than $2.

Use some Barbasol if you don't have a shaving cream preference (you said beginner!) and go very slowly your first shave or two. As you learn the direction that your beard (or other assorted body hair) grows it will become easier to get cleaner shaves with less passes and less irritation, maybe a month tops.

If you don't like it, then using this method you're out less than $10.

Edit: I recommend the cheap Wilkinson Sword type razor blades to start. Once you get the hang of it pick up some Feather blades off of Amazon if your local stores don't sell them. Don't start with Feathers though you might knick your head off.

I appreciate your answers!

Based on what you've said, I'll probably do the following:

• Get a cheaper handle (probably this one), because I'm already sure it'll be sturdier than a plastic disposable.
  
  
• Try a boar brush first, since my facial hair is quite thick. I've read that you can wet the brush before you hop in the shower, then by the time you're out, it should be ready to go. I'll have to experiment with that a bit.
  
  
• Grab a mixed blade starter kit (which I had planned on already). I've found quite a few, and I'm not sure what to get... Is the general rule to go with whichever has the most (different) blades? How many blades did you try?
  
  I'll probably share my proposed purchase on this subreddit before I jump into it (which hopefully isn't against any unwritten rules).

I used to have exactly the same problem you have when I was in my teens. I was forced to grow a beard because shaving cut the pimples & gave me folliculitis/pseudo folliculitis. Switching to a DE solved that problem.

Multiblade razors can cause acne, especially for teenagers. Use a razor with a single blade.

Since you already have AOS soap & a brush, there is no sense in your picking up a full starter kit. Just switch to a single blade razor - preferably a DE or SE, but if you prefer you can use BiC sensitive or Metal single blade disposable razors, or Personna's Bump Fighter razor.

A Gillette Guard razor is one of the best cartridge razor choices for teenagers, & is available online.

Feather's Popular razor is a good starter DE razor & is available for about $12-18 on Amazon.

Alternatively, Maggards has a starter kit for $18.

https://www.maggardrazors.com/product/under-20-double-edge-safety-razor-starter-kit-chrome/

Pick up some alum for the acne, and/or apply benzoyl peroxide gel after washing your face at bedtime. Your doctor may have already started you on creams/gels containing Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, gycolic acid or something similar. Salicylic acid should not be used for teenagers.

I'm white but I get razor bumps like crazy too. Years ago I found a razor at an outlet mall called "Bump Fighter" with a serrated type blade that worked like a charm. I almost didn't buy it because it said "Made for the way a black man shaves" and I had no idea how black men shaved differently. I do the trimmer set on 1 thing now too, but I wish I could find those razors again.

Edit: I haven't looked in years after no luck, but I found them on Amazon just now. I'm ordering some along with the shaving cream. Is it weird that I think it's kind of cool to use a black guy razor? Bump Fighter

$40 starter set

$12.50 set - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A3HPT0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

$7 razor - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&smid=A1THAZDOWP300U

$10 sampler set - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007OL72B8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&smid=A11C50J5I9SKBO

$9 alum block - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VXELII/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=AED9GYTNTTZUB


I don't know what any of you are talking about. We're talking about starter sets for noobs. And starter sets for noobs on a budget at that. Isn't it better to start with crappier stuff and then work your way up to better/more expensive things (kinda like having a clunker as your first car)? I've scoured through all the comments and I can verify that the ones linked here are all good products (or as good as anything can be for the price), nothing here is faulty or poorly made, so why hasn't anyone mentioned them?

Anyway, this is what I'm buying. It's about the same prize as the whipped dog bundle ('cept these all have free shipping so its actually cheaper) except it comes with way more blade samples and a cheaper razor. It's a trade off I'm willing to make since you can get used to a crappy razor but knowing which blades you want will save you a ton of money.

EJ / Mühle razors are considered to be on the milder side of the aggressiveness spectrum. If you feel that's harsh on your face I would not recommend the slant yet. The razors itself is not that more aggressive as some would portray it to be, but it's a new design you have to get used to.

I would recommend using the EJ and really improve your technique as it's possible yours still isn't perfect - 2 months really isn't that long. And a lot of time people think it's the razor's fault when it's indeed their technique that's lacking.

If you feel you absolutely must have a new razor you can check out eBay or your local antique markets for either Gillette Tech razors or the Gillette Super Speed Flare Tip. Or maybe even the Sodial/RIMEI/Silver tone razor from Amazon.

edit: I knew Leisureguy would beat me to the punch. :)

I didn't suggest you had to buy the book. Cheap shaving is a noble cause and you dont need to spend a penny extra.

Look here for the (99% certain) same razor

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0050HO9MI/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new&qid=1375796096&sr=8-2

I dont think "happygarden4u" has a monopoly on what may be an RIMEI razor.

Also, that Lord L6 you picked is perfectly fine and well priced. I should have couched my initial post with a proviso that it was "better" only if your budget was so tight that $10 would mean a sacrifice in some other area of your life.

To be honest, you don't really need an expensive one. Most of the guys over at /r/wicked_edge admit they get the fancy ones just because they're enthusiasts.

I bought this f'n thing and never had any problems with it. Often it comes down to finding the right blades for you. Then finding techniques and various cremes and salves that appeal to you.

I haven't shaved in 9 months, but before that I had the most amazing baby smooth shaves in my life with minimal irritation(pretty much a miracle.)

You can do this on the cheap to start. Pick up This razor (I just bought a 2nd one yesterday) and These blades. That way, if you decide strait razors aren't for you, your investment is < $15 and you're still good to go. If you like it, then pick up a solid BIFL one and it will, indeed, last you for life.
Keep an eye out at estate sales, garage sales, antique stores, etc. Many times you can get an excellent quality older razor for a few clams. If you're patient, this can end well, but if you decide that you would rather have a new one of quality, there are many options available.

You can buy the shaving soap, brush, shaving cup and even if you decide to go back to cartridge razors (although after a few weeks most of us wondered how we ever did cartridge razors to begin with), you'll find that the soap and brush is much nicer than the goop and shaving "cream" that people put a big price tag on and sell. It just feels so much better on your skin.

I'll add, however, I still keep a cartridge razor around for some of the more sensitive, non-facial areas of my body.

The Schick injector (first picture on the right) is a great razor.

The technique used is similar to that of a modern disposable razor so the learning curve isn't very steep. The most important thing is not applying too much pressure.

The blades last longer than DE blades (about 5-10 shaves per blade). However, there are only a few types available. The most common being the Chinese Schick blades and the Personna blades

I am biased, but I get my best shaves with my injector.

FWIW, I've heard that the disposable DEs are rough. If, after that, you want to spend very little, try a sodial. They're not bad for the low cost.
Link: http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1417927428&sr=1-2&keywords=Sodial+razor

I' r also heard that, for <$25, Maggard's razors are the best you can get.
Or, better yet, get a Maggard starter kit (includes brush, blades, and soap). It'll be worth having to eat Ramen for a few weeks, if budget is the issue. http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/budget-starter-kit/

[For that same $3....minus $.045] (http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1407550882&sr=8-4&keywords=safety+razor)

I have a few of these (not the same exact brand, but they're all the same Chinese makes really and differ from one to the next even with the same brand). They're as BIFL as any Merkur, and honestly, I like them a lot...

Edit: this is the one I have. Sucks it's now a $6 add on item. I bought a few for like 2.75$ a few years back.

But seriously, safety razors are the bees knees if you can find them. Best shave next to a straight blade.

3$ for the razor: http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1411573438&sr=8-5&keywords=safety+razor

9$ lifetime supply of razor blades: http://www.amazon.com/Shark-Double-Blades-Stainless-blades/dp/B004RWZ1RE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1411573488&sr=8-3&keywords=shark+razor

https://www.amazon.com/Gillette-Fusion-Power-Razor-Battery/dp/B01FJTHDVA

Get one of the Gillette fusion power razors and take the cartridge off. Super light vibrations with pinpoint accuracy to put it right where you want it. Trust me.

This would be a better option if you want to try one... I paid around 7 for the same one and I loved it, albeit I have upgraded.

just looked it up heres a three blade razor with 10 cartridges for $15 . There's other razors with more blades for a bit more but this seems like the best deal.

I'm not sure how my facial hair compares to yours so ymmv. Here goes.

First, if your hair is pretty long (longer than ~0.25"), you'll need to trim it down a little. You can use scissors or an electric shaver, just make sure to leave something there. Next, I'll grab a razor (this is the one I use) and grab a brand new cartridge. Apply shaving cream to your face and shave downwards, in the direction of growth. Once that's completely done, I'll apply more shaving cream and shave up, against the grain. Don't press down too hard or you'll risk cutting your face up.

This is what's generally worked for me, along with a little orange/red concealer to counteract the blue tint of hair under the skin. But there's really not much to it! Hope this helps :)

Might be worth getting one of their handles. I was going to have to buy some new cartridges for my Gillette anyway, they're around $20 for a box of 4. This was on Amazon, so I went ahead and bought it instead. The videos on Dorco's website say their cartridges are a standard "latch" thing, so if everything works out I'll just buy my refills in bulk from the Dorco site from now on.

EDIT: I went with the Amazon one since I still had a free trial of prime, so it was about a dollar cheaper. The Dorco site has the same offer with shipping at around $20.59.

That razor is the same one that sells on Amazon for dirt cheap. It's a touch light for my taste, but not a bad razor at all and for the price it's amazing.

I have a shaving tip for every transfemale here.

Do not use store bought razors, they're garbage and awful for your skin.

Do yourself a favor and pick up a Safety razor and feather platinum coated blades.

It's far smoother, cleaner and closer of a shave. smoother skin=better make up application.

This is even more important if you're black or have africanized skin and hair like I do.

It takes a bit of effort and dexterity to learn, but once you do the store bought razors are just...trash.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001G5FOLI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Oh yeah and its WAY WAY WAY cheaper than store bought trash.

For less than $4 these are actually pretty good razors.

http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1395363129&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=concord+razor

I started off DE shaving with this one, and I still use it as my travel razor.

You could pair it with a pack of Wilkinson Sword blades for a very inexpensive shaving setup.

http://www.amazon.com/Wilkinson-Double-single-Cartridge-blades/dp/B0006M56BK/ref=sr_1_25?ie=UTF8&qid=1395363334&sr=8-25&keywords=astra+razor+blades

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0050HO9MI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1377478451&sr=8-1&pi=SL75 This is the razor I bought, I wanted to start DE shaving and also was on a budget, its a solid razor, bought a sample pack of blades on amazon as well, and Target, Walgreens and CVS all have inexpensive wet shaving kits by Van Der Hagen that come with shave mug, soap, and a boar brush, hope this helps ya out.

I appreciate it man, this is the double edge I grabbed and I'm liking it so far, although I'm paranoid about using it on the front of my neck. (In all fairness, I get really creeped out/bothered by anything touching the front of my throat, and something like this terrifies me a bit).

Right now it seems to be working, but I'm trying to make sure I'm going into all of it right. How often do you change the blade on yours?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008O82O7C/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_144?ie=UTF8&smid=A3ICRSKZQECIMA&th=1

is the razor i'm using now. works pretty damn well. especially since i have some decent shaving cream, which helps a lot more than i expected now that i'm not using the cheap shit my dad buys from the store. currently still have a little bit of a Nivea face scrub, and i have some https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009WQH8SA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1 that also works well, though honestly i prefer the Nivea stuff, it's just that the only option i've found for it online is a six pack that costs $60 on fucking walmart.com, and i'm not buying that much or paying that much for it in one go.

That's a lot of money.. You may already know this but here it is anyway.

Amazon link for the Dorco razors that Dollar Shave Club buys I use these, they are great. Then again I shave like.. once or twice a week and haven't ordered any refills yet.

/r/wicked_edge the razor-blade refills are cheap as hell, and they work best.

Hi everyone, I just joined the club this past week by purchasing this razor which came with a pack of 5 Feather blades. After 3 shaves, I know I'll be a wet shaver for life as I see how well I can do with 2 passes. I'm doing great going with the grain...no cuts at all. But, it's not enough to get that super smooth shave and going ATG has been difficult with several cuts every time. I'm also having trouble with consistency on my chin. Is it just practice? Should I use a less intense blade when going ATG? Any tips are welcome.

For me:

Headblade Sport - only the regular/sport though, I really didn’t get on with the ATX design.

Gillette Sensor Excel Blades

Any “sensitive” shaving gel.

Against many people’s advice, I shave against the grain.

Works very well for me, absolutely no hair visible or to be felt afterwards, and no irritation. I understand some people aren’t so lucky and against the grain doesn’t work for them - but do give it a go it may well work for you.

All done in the shower in like 3 minutes max!

I like to use this razor to avoid razor burn/ingrown hair issues...

...but I like the idea of saving money so I'll give your idea a shot, thanks.

Never even heard of this razor but it's $3 with free shipping on Amazon...wow. I'm gonna get one out of pure curiousity

Edit: Read /u/chuckfalzone's reply. Amazon is not a good source for these razors.

For anyone who would like to buy the Dollar Shave Club razors, Dollar Shave Club uses Dorco brand razors.
They can be purchased on Amazon. Inevitably, Unilever will reduce the quality of DSC's products, and probably raise the prices.

Amazon Links to Dorco 6-Blade razors used by DSC (cheaper price per blade than DSC)
Dorco Pace 6 Plus- Six Blade Razor System with Trimmer - Value Pack (10 Cartridges + 1 Handle) - $20.99
or, blades only:
Dorco Pace 6 Plus- Six Blade Razor System with Trimmer- 12 cartridges (No Handle) - $24.99

Safety razor. It's a closer shave (less time between shaves for a given length of trail,) and easily under $10 for the entire trip. It takes some knowledge to use well, but this can be done before your trip and took me maybe 2-3 shaves to really get the hang of it. http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_7?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1420492351&sr=1-7&keywords=safety+razor

EDIT: Forgot to mention that you can twist the top part of to make this a lot less oblong. I imagine the size in kit would be comparable to a Gilette

Try shaving with a DE Razor - This video randomly stumbled upon convinced me to make the switch.

$3 for a starter shaver

20 blades (40 actually because they're double edged) for $7.00

Both are free shipping. Just need to get a brush and shave soap at the corner store. No razor burn and the experience of shaving becomes somewhat therapeutic.

I tried dollar shave club and went back to Gillette. Better razors, better shave. I just bought an 18 month supply at once and it was just as cheap but better quality.

I understand the idea of getting something in the mail saving you a trip to the store - but I don't get EVERYTHING in the mail, so picking up razors when I am at Target is not a bridge too far.

Not to mention if you google it, you will see dollar shave club is just using blades (I think Korean) that they buy wholesale and repackage. You can order the exact same blades on the internet for a fraction of what you pay dollar shave club. Nobody bought them before because who buys not that great korean blades?

Dorco Blades

Reduce: use replacable razor heads. Less plastic wasting each time. Make sure to care for the heads to extend out their life (ie letting them dry between applications.)


There also seem to be replacable razor heads on bamboo bases (https://www.amazon.com/Bulldog-Mens-Skincare-Grooming-Original/dp/B07F1955GX/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=bamboo%2Brazor&qid=1554081610&s=beauty&sr=1-4&th=1) or other biodegradable materials.


Replace: Sugaring, waxing, threading (better for face, fwi won't cause sagging)

During my quest to reach the shave set up I have now, I came across this product in Walmart's ethnic hair care section.

Bump Fighter Razor Handle

"Created exclusively for the African American male who suffers from skin irritation."

The really interesting thing about this product is that it fits the original Gillette Trac II cartridges perfectly, which do not pivot and will help to break you of bad habits picked up with normal cartridge or electric shaving. It's no replacement for a DE shave, but it will start you in the right direction for about $5.

Or you can get a cheap safety razor for $6 and a pack of 100 blades for $11 on amazon.com with free shipping (if you have prime or buy other things to total $35).

The razor I use- good quality, but the handle is a little short(you get used to it very quickly)
http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_5?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1407807209&sr=1-5&keywords=safety+razor

The blades:
http://www.amazon.com/Astra-Superior-Premium-Platinum-Double/dp/B001QY8QXM

Dorco razors are actually better than the Gilettes, and cheaper as well.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O59NRQ6

1. Brush http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B1TKY8C/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
2. Razor http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
3. Soap http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004WCS7IE/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
4. Blades: http://www.amazon.com/Astra-Superior-Premium-Platinum-Double/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377711915&sr=8-1&keywords=Astra
   
   
5. Mug and stand http://www.amazon.com/Van-Hagen-Mens-Luxury-Shave/dp/B004L4EING/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1377711997&sr=8-2&keywords=Vander+Hagen (optional and "expensive", but comes with a puck of good soap, but a boar brush, which isn't my fav. Badger hair changed my life.)

Ya I would get at least 5 of each kind. That way, when you find one that you really like, you can order more off the internet without fear of running out of that brand.


Also, it never hurts to have extra blades that you like laying around. Should you need to travel via airplane you can send them ahead of time and continue DE shaving. I just made this mistake and CVS was out of DE blades. The razor I bought to use, called Bump Fighter, gave me an uneven and uncomfortable shave.

Used to have similar issues. Ever try these (link below)? Basically a safety razor that leaves a light 5 o'clock shadow. Will not take the hair below the skin line, reducing the number of ingrown hairs. Not a perfect solution...obviously not completely smooth shave and have to shave daily if you have a heavy beard, but for $6 it's worth a shot imo.

Bump Fighter Shaving Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011Z3WXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_f3agyb0FQP9XK

Take a very cheap route just to see if you like SR or DE, do this. Get this razor, and a .50 cent pack of 5 double edged razors, and see if you like DE razors. I got a Merkur DE to start and a pack of derby razors and just used my can of foam shaving cream. It was wonderful. I thought to myself what if there's a better shave with better cream and all that other fancy stuff. So now I've broken my Merkur (improper cleaning from my damn hard water deposits) got a "new" Gillette '51 and a brush from CVS and some better cream and good smelling aftershave. It takes a little more out of your day, but I do it at night with a drink of Oakwood Rum and goddamn if I don't stay sharp for the next few days as well.

Well that first pic is photoshopped, so... photoshop? I have seen a razor you can buy that's like a hotwheels car, but curved and with a razor attached so you "drive" it on your head to get a clean shave. Other that, I have no clue dude.

ETA: found it on amazon. The one I've seen in stores looks more like a hotwheels tho :(

Nice going.

Keep in mind that a lot of Farmers Market soaps are not really suitable for shaving (especially if they're made with olive oil), so if your lather isn't stable, it may not be your fault...

This Razor is a cheap way to get into DE shaving, don't forget to get a blade sampler as well.

I can only recommend what I have-

Item | link
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The Chieftain | link
Badger Hair Brush | link
shaving soap | link
stand | link
blades | link
total | $70.65, not including shipping (but with prime... :D)

It's pretty modest, but if you consider 52 blades that are of the "normal" variety, it can be cheaper in the long run. I still have a bunch of blades left over, so don't think that those 100 astra blades are all the way used up.

I always get men's razors, they seem much sharper! I just buy Dorco brand on Amazon, that's what is used for the Dollar Shave Club subscription and they work great.

I have tried epilating and it was a nightmare. I consider myself to have a pretty good pain tolerance, but I was in tears trying to use that thing on my bikini line.

• Double-edge safety razor - $6.72
  
• 100 blades - $9.90
  
• Boar bristle brush - $12.09
  
• My prefered shave cream - $18.00
  
  You can get a pack of blades cheaper at any department store (can't speak for quality), and there are probably cheaper options for soap or cream. It ends up being cheaper than maintaining electric razors, for me.

I bought this as my travel razor and it works surprisingly well. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Hfbmub0DG873Q

Three bucks with free shipping to make the switch... You don't even need to have Prime.

Personally I use a Nivea Men shave gel(makes it super smooth and has a great smell) and Dorco razors from Amazon. You can go the Harry's/Dollar Shave Club option, but Dorco is a fantastic company with killer prices. This is the kit I bought.

After the initial investment, if feels like I am shaving for free. It really is dirt cheap, and gives you an incredibly close shave.

This super cheap razor is what I started off with.

Don't skimp on the blades though, a lot of people swear by feather blades.

You'll also need shave soap and a shaving brush. All this stuff can also be found at most pharmacy places.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QY8QXM/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

A can of Barbasol from time to time and your good for 1 + years in blades

Yep. I bought this: http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

Said it would take a month to deliver but it was maybe 12 days or something much shorter. Works well for me.

I have used this one quite a bit and it's actually pretty decent for only 3 dollars. http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

this is how I save money shaving...best blade out there...

http://www.amazon.com/Dorco-Plus--Blade-System-Trimmer/dp/B008O82O7C/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1345420708&sr=1-1

http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1395517741&sr=1-2&keywords=safety+razor

This is a three dollar safety razor. It is of the same exact quality as Merkur's or anything you can name. I spend about 10 dollars on blades a year... 16 bucks for 100 ... http://www.amazon.com/Treet-Platinum-Stainless-Double-Blades/dp/B00F7ZL6ZG/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1395517827&sr=1-1&keywords=treet+razor+blades

I spend the remaining savings on George F Trumper shaving cream and face lotion. The combination of the razor, blades, cream, and lotion is the only way I don't get razor burn, and it's cheaper than any other option here.

Buy a safety razor, so much cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1397719404&sr=8-2&keywords=safety+razor

http://www.amazon.com/Astra-Superior-Premium-Platinum-Double/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397719453&sr=8-1&keywords=safety+razor+blades

here you amazon order for a great start:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0077LAJT2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A3HPT0?keywords=shaving%20soap&qid=1449439061&ref_=sr_1_16_a_it&sr=8-16
it is not the best set but for 45 bucks that will last you a while.

Or... you could buy a razor which is made to last indefinately when properly maintained.

I suppose it is possible to maintain something which is meant to be disposable... But why do it when there is a better tool for the job?

1. Buy razor handle
   
2. Buy pack of razors
   
3. Shave
   
4. ...
   
5. Profit

here

It is a whopping $2.37 and though they aren't all perfect, you can't really beat the cost. These are fairly highly regarded as some of the best value/$ razors available. Sure you can spend more but for the price of this and a blade sampler you can give DE a try.

Looks like they only want you Canadians to use the 6 blade
http://www.amazon.ca/DORCO-Blade-System-Cartridge-GENUINE/dp/B0079Q3WZI/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1450725270&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Dorco+Pace

don't worry, all is well in the world

Try this one first. It was my first de razor and it works great with Astra blades. I've bought more expensive ones but go back to this http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI

Em 2013 andei a investigar alternativas e decidi comprar estas

Dorco Pace 6 Plus- Six Blade Razor System with Trimmer - Value Pack

Uma maravilha, corta à brava.
Passado uns meses juntei isto ao arsenal: https://www.razorpit.com/

5 anos e se usei 6 lâminas já é muito.

and RGB. You know, car colors. Maybe yellow if it's sports/chevy muscle car/construction related, even tangentially e.g. this thing which I hear actually works quite well for a gimmick.

This appears to be the same razor that's on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS?ie=UTF8&coliid=IH4NR25PR04HX&colid=2RCULPHAYLGUF
A number of reviews there.

I second the uxcell on amazon. It even comes with a decent blade!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0050HO9MI&linkCode=as2&tag=webyaki-20

https://www.amazon.com/Gillette-SkinGuard-Sensitive-Handle-Refills/dp/B07MHGY9XR

I sort of hold it straight unless I’m doing my sides

This is the one I used. Read the reviews though, it's not great. It's an easy way to figure out if you want to switch from the standard razors. I personally like it because I can get rid of a thicker beard with less irritation. Will probably spend $30 and get an Edwin Jagger handle soon.

It's even cheaper if you buy them through amazon. DSC uses a brand called Dorco. https://www.amazon.com/Dorco-Plus-Blade-System-Trimmer/dp/B008O82O7C/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1497641485&sr=8-3&keywords=pace%2Brazor&th=1

You can buy the same razors from Amazon for much cheaper

Just get the Dorco ones off Amazon, it's cheaper and simpler.

For those who are still using Dollar Shave Club, you all are getting ripped off.

Dollar Shave Club uses Dorco blades behind the scenes. You can buy directly from Dorco at Amazon in bulk for alot less: https://www.amazon.com/Dorco-System-Trimmer-Refill-Handle/dp/B00MYC4PYY

Dorco razors

They're the exact same ones in the dollar shave kit except they're less expensive on Amazon.

Skip out on the middle man and just buy Dorco razors from Amazon. That's the brand that they ship from Dollar Shave Club if you buy the 5 blade option. You don't have to commit to any kind of subscription that way.

http://www.amazon.ca/Schick-Injector-Blades-7-Count-Boxes/dp/B000FOVLEA/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395356385&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=Schick+Ingector+blades

I ask everybody that shaves their head this question. Have you used this product? (The answer has always been "No.")
http://www.amazon.com/Headblade-Sport-Ultimate-Shave-razor/dp/B000NFEX46

EDIT: I a word

this

Look into a HeadBlade. I have been using one for about five or six years.

heres the one i bought Bump Fighter

Is it this one?

I started with this one

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI for those who can't check the youtube link right now.

My Kit :
A silver tone Razor
http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Double-Shaver-Nonslip-Handle/dp/B0050HO9MI/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342059019&sr=1-1&keywords=safety+razor
Marvy Eterna Brush
http://www.amazon.com/Marvy-Eterna-Shaving-Brush/dp/B0002RT7MI/ref=sr_1_6?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342059061&sr=1-6&keywords=shaving+brush
Col Conker Shaving soap :
http://www.amazon.com/Conk-Worlds-Famous-Shaving-Weight/dp/B000MXGMHU/ref=sr_1_11?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1342059061&sr=1-11&keywords=shaving+brush
In total it's $17.37

I am preferential to the this one for $2.56 shipped from amazon. I have been using it for a few months with no problems. Its pretty rugged.

I ordered this and this last night, but they'd get here mid-September and I needed some other things to order to get my add-ons, so I went for those.

This guy or one of the previously linked Maggard razors

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050HO9MI/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1&tag=613240924-20