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- VARIETY PACK OF DOUBLE EDGE SAFETY RAZOR BLADES: This variety pack of double edge razor blades comes with 105 blades that are suitable for barbershops, hair stylists or people looking for the perfect variety of high-quality razor blades for use at home with a Double Edge safety razor or disposable blade Barber Razor.
- 7 TYPES OF DOUBLE EDGE SAFETY RAZOR BLADES: This assortment contains 10 Personna Platinum blades, 15 each of Astra Superior Platinum, Astra Super Stainless, Parker Premium Platinum, Shark razor blades, 7 AM Hi Platinum, and 20 Sharp Durablades. It contains all kinds of blades for double edge safety razors to suit the various preferences of shavers. All of these blades are ones our Barbershop and Professional Shave Parlour Clientele frequently purchase from us for use on their clients.
- QUALITY BLADES FROM GERMANY, EGYPT, RUSSIA, TURKEY, and ASIA: Our Variety Pack is best suited for shavers who look for the perfect combination of razors blades with differing characteristics in order to pick a favourite or if you just like to mix things up occasionally.
- SUITED FOR BARBERSHOPS AND SHAVERS: This assortment pack is suitable for barbershops as well as wet shavers that are looking for an assortment of high-quality blades.
- 105 BLADES: With 105 blades in this package, you will receive enough blades to last for quite a while. This is an economical solution for shaving, and you will enjoy trying the different products.
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Number of items | 1 |
Size | 100 Count (Pack of 1) |
When I shave with my electric razor, it takes like 90 secs tops, and I've legit never replaced any of its parts (and I've had it for probably 2-3 years at this point). And I know I've already recommended safety razors before, but allow me to point something else out: cartridge razors (i.e. multi-blade things you typically buy in packs of 4) are A LOT more expensive than safety razor blades and they don't last that much longer. You can buy a pack of 100 blades for $16. It takes a little bit of time to learn the proper technique so you don't cut yourself, but it tends to produce better results in the end. Plus, the handles are really nice (hefty, solid metal, shiny).
and and a pack of 100 safety razors costs about the same as 5 pack of Gillette blades.
Hijacking comment. Some people experience different things with different blades. Find one of the variety packs and discover which blades you prefer.
I personally really like the Sharp and Astra blades.
Basic Kit - under $50:
Razor: $10.99
Brush: $10.69
Soap - $3.59
Blade Sampler - $22.99
Nivea shave balm for sensitive skin - $5 at walmart
Cartridge Razor
Advantages
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Technique
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Double Edge (DE) Safety Razor**
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Disadvantages
Technique
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Electric Razor**
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Disadvantages
Technique
Preparing the Face
This differs for everyone. Make of it what you will. The general idea is just to get the face moisturised and the hair nice and soft.
I tend to exfoliate my face with an exfoliating scrub, then rinse and apply a pre-shave oil or cream - I use this.
Applying Shaving Lubricant
This doesn't apply to electric razor users. You guys don't need it.
If you're using a gel or foam, just apply it to the face.
If you're using a shave soap and brush combination, your technique is a bit more important (but totally worth it):
If you're still having trouble, this is a good video on how to make lather.
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Passes**
There are three directions you can shave in. Shaving in a specific direction is known as a pass:
Here is a video about the different types of passes.
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Post-Shave**
Suggested Brands
Razors - Gillette, Wilkinson Sword, Merkur, Parker, Edwin Jagger, Weishi, The Bluebeard's Revenge, Muhle.
Blades - Merkur, Astra, Gillette, Shark, Derby, Lord, Feather, Wilkinson Sword.
You can also buy sample packs like this one.
Shaving Soaps/Sticks - Taylor of Old Bond St, Proraso, Erasmic, Trufitt & Hill, The Art of Shaving, Palmolive, Arko, Omega, Crabtree & Evelyn, Castle Forbes.
Avoid Col. Conk
Lotions/Creams/Oils/Gels - Taylor of Old Bond St, Proraso, Trufitt & Hill, Jack Black, Crabtree & Evelyn, Nivea, Gillette, The Art of Shaving, etc.
I have intentionally left out straight razors and shavettes because you said you don't want to cut yourself. These have a much steeper learning curve than the other methods I have discussed. You probably will cut yourself if you attempt to use these.
If you would like any further information about shaving, please feel free to message me, comment here, or visit /r/Wicked_Edge. Thank you!
What was the blade brand? I am working my way through this sample pack and would have to say that each pack shaves differently.
Here you go
Edwin Jagger De89lbl Double Edge Safety Razor Chrome Plated Lined Detail
Dovo Stainless Steel blade BLACK Handle Shavette Straight Razor Uses Replaceable DE Blades and a Brut Styptic Pencil you're going to need it
Edwin Jagger Razor Stand for Double Edged Razor or Colonel Conk Evernice Model 775 Chrome Safety Razor Stand
Double Edge Safety Razor Blade Variety Pack - 100 Blades! and/or 115 BEST Blade Sampler FEATHER SHARK ASTRA BLUEBIRD LORD GILLETTE
Edwin Jagger 1ej946sds Traditional English Best Badger Hair Shaving Brush Faux Ebony With Black Drip Stand
Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving Cream Bowl, 5.3-Ounce
Proraso Shaving Cream 5.2 oz (147 g)
Bloc Osma Natural Alum Block
Ogallala Bay Rum Bonanza Sampler!
And just use a kitchen bowl to make the lather.
Edit : Made an Amazon List
A Kindle. The one with 3G and without the bullshit ads.
Or
A nice safety razor, lots of blades, a shaving brush and good shaving cream.
Or
40 pounds (5x8 pound bags) of cereal marshmallows.
I vote for #3.
Nice, I have the same razor. Yours is a lot shinier though. I like it but it tends to shave with the sides of the razor leaving a bit of a hair streak through the middle.
Anyway, as others have said, any double edge blade will fit. I just bought this box which should last me until I die; but if you want variety and to find what works for you buy this box.
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
Would you have recommended something like this?
creamo! easy to use. i like the peppermint version. if he has sensative skin the normal one is pretty gentle.
dollar shave club is nice for what you pay for. to be honest, i have used creamo and a dual edge razor for the longest time no complaints. a DE razor will last him much longer than a disposable and he can do the tour de razor and find out which blades he likes. a box of blades is so much more economical than dollar shave club and if you get him a real nice razor he will treasure it. maybe he will get into brushes soaps etc but to be honest starting him off with something easy like creamo works. i have a maggard!
You do not have to go all in and do badger brush and special soap. No matter what anyone tells you. I shaved before my wedding with dish soap. I normally use bar soap and shave in the shower.
I'm in the UK, so got mine from Shave Lounge, but I was thinking about using Connaught for more blades, as their postage seems a little cheaper (also, I kinda like their archaic website). There are lots of US suppliers listed on the /r/wicked_edge wiki.
I got a Parker 91R because I believe that the handle should be knurled. It's not that fancy (although I see there are cheaper), but it's fine. You can get it for $30 in the US, it seems.
Buy a sampler or two of blades and see which ones you like. This seems to be a subjective matter - I've only tried two brands so far, as they're the ones which came with my razor; I liked the Derby Extra, which lots of people seem to dislike, whereas the Persona Platinum didn't suit me.
I kinda think the subscribers to /r/wicked_edge are taking it a bit too seriously, posting photos of their new razors and making it into a "hobby", but I can feel a noticeable difference between the two brands of blades.
The /r/wicked_edge subscribers harp on about shaving gel / foam being shitty - I bought a brush and the kind of shaving soap they recommend, but haven't used it, as Gillette gel still seems fine to me.
Hope this helps.
That's why you order this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038KA5RC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
1 Merkur Safety Razor, soap, bowl, stand, and badger brush for $95. This would be a christmas gift for my SO, which I would then most likely steal from him to shave as well. Depending on how it goes I may get one later on for personal use. I'm also thinking about getting this variety pack http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038KA5RC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A262S395NXGG8Z
sorry for the delay in response, you have most likely made your purchase by now. just in case though i ended up buying this sample pack: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0038KA5RC/ref=mp_s_a_2?qid=1331664130&sr=8-2
however my last purchase was of this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001QY8QXM/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1331664130&sr=8-1 as they are really cheap and work fine for me.
This has been covered before, and I recommend you head over to the FAQ's on the right.
That being said, the great thing about wet-shaving (i.e. using a brush and soap ISO gel) is that it gets your beard to actually stand up so the grain is of less hindrance. Notice I said "less" hindrance; grain is still important and relevant. So, you're on the right track if you start with a good kit that includes brush, soap and razor.
Now, on to Safety Razor vs Straight Razor debate, and trust me, it is a debate with both sides very vehemently and stringently for their side. However, and this is my $0.02, as you're a N00B, you should probably consider a Double Edge Safety Razor. The reason I suggest this is because there will be fewer differences between a DE and a cartridge (which is what you're using if you're not using a straight or safety razor). You can find lots of inexpensive ones, but this is definitely an area where you get what you pay for.
The problem with starting with a straight is that you have to worry about a lot more, e.g. blade maintenance, sight lines (it's a straight blade and your hand will be in your line of sight), blade types, and a whole slew of other things. Most people (who use them for a while and get the feel of them) end up preferring straights to DEs, but there is a severe learning curve with the straight.
So, here are a few recommendations for beginner sets. Very reasonably priced so if you give it a shot and decide it's not something you're into very much, you won't be out a lot of cash:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GMTKCK
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A3HPT0
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AKFXN8
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038KA5RC (These can be broken in half to make two blades for a straight.)
I guess the only thing I can recommend is what I use.
I use this body:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NL0T1G
I use this shaving soap:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JHEY14
I use a brush that came in a set from walmart back when I started using these 5 years ago.
And for the actual blade, I recommend getting a variety pack and deciding which one works best for you. (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038KA5RC) is an example of one.
I personally like stainless steel blades, but that comes down to personal preference and your facial hair type. If you are just starting I recommend getting a cheaper razor body (my first was some set I got for real cheap, thinking under $20, that came with a soap, a bowl for the soap, a brush, some blades, and a body.)
I am making the switch too. After reading a lot on here and talking with a buddy who uses a DE this is what I ordered (should be arriving today). Total cost was around $125. If anyone knows anything I should add let me know. (Edit formatting)
Double Edge Safety Razor Blade Variety Pack
Merkur Model 180 Long Handled Safety Razor
Taylor of Old Bond Street St. James Shaving Cream
Nick Relief Styptic Pencil
Colonel Conk Evernice Model 775 Chrome Safety Razor Stand
Tweezerman Men's Shaving Brush
Proraso Pre-shave Cream
congrats. I really enjoyed this Sampler pack. I enjoyed most and ended up really like the Durablade 7am. I bought a 100 pack of those. this lotion is amazing. $8 at target but lasts a long time!
Keep trucking. it keeps getting better :)
I'm with you there! I hate it too.. takes too much time to apply.
I get in the shower. Let my face get really hot to loosen the hairs and then I shave.. I rarely cut myself, and it rarely hurts.
You might not be able to get away with no pain.. our faces are different after all.
I use a shower mirror.
If you can't do it in the shower try the hot washcloth method.
This might also be a good option for blades.
http://www.amazon.com/Double-Safety-Razor-Blade-Variety/dp/B0038KA5RC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420485166&sr=8-1&keywords=blade+assortment
You get a real good assortment of brands, that way you can see what works best for your skin.
Sorry for the late reply.
This was the sampler pack I used...
http://www.amazon.com/Double-Safety-Razor-Blade-Variety/dp/B0038KA5RC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1335280811&sr=8-4
However I don't know if I would recommend it, as you can see I had a lot of blades left over.
I don't need three 5 blade packs of a specific razor, because if I don't like it I have like 13 left.
Don't be! Its easy, reletively cheap to get into, its fun, and just start with a double edge safety razor and you'll be fine. You arent going to slice your face off. Trust me, you'll love shaving with it. Go to your local antique mall and look for something liek this Go to amazon and order a sampler pack of blades And possibly some shave soap and youre set!
You can find shave soap at Target/winco if you are in the USA as well. You can get brand-new razors on amazon, look for a company called merkur. Although there is nothing like having a vintage razor from the 50's. =) Check out that subreddit for more info. Even if you are female these work awesome legs and armpits. My wife uses one. And yes, its WAY cheaper than cartridge razors.
I did look on Amazon.com prior to Bestshave.net.
Probably the best deal they have going is this one: http://www.amazon.com/Double-Safety-Razor-Blade-Variety/dp/B0038KA5RC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1342011964&sr=8-3&keywords=de+blades
However, that is only 100 blades in 7 varieties. For $3 more, I got 142 blades in 17 varieties.
Certainly Amazon is a better option when you want your blades within the next day or two, but I have yet to see a truly cheap sampler on it.
They are so sharp...it's kind of unbelievable.
I like these
They are often referred to as "Israeli Personnas" on forums/boards...I find that they work really well on my skin and aren't too sharp but also last a long time. Your results may vary.....but they do come in this sample pack which is a good idea!
This is what I bought a few weeks ago. 100 blades for about $25 (less if you're Amazon prime). Different blades definitely have different characteristics; this will give you a chance to try out some nice ones.
One you've got your DE, you'll be set. I've been using a new blade for every shave. A word of caution: the sharper edges of your knees can take a beating while using a DE (especially if it's a nice heavy one) if you're not cautious with your pressure/angle.
Just a blade sampler pack.
Blades
Soap
This forever. I got a Merkur DE razor and many of the other products mentioned in here a couple years ago, and my face has never looked better.
I have extremely thick hair and shaved with a Gilette Mach 3 for years. After a shave or two with the cartridge blades they would start to pull on my hair slightly and my face would break out like clockwork. Replacing those cartridges after just a couple shaves would have cost an arm and a leg. Now that I have a DE razor, my blades are WICKED sharp, and I got 100 of them for $25.
They actually stay sharp way longer than the cartridges, are double sided, and give me a better shave than I have ever had (my favorites which are noticeably sharper than the other blades in this pack have like no brand name. Almost industrial looking packaging. When I'm home I will try to find what they are called).
I did nick myself more often with these blades but I"ve gotten much better at it now. Now I rarely nick myself.
here ya go.
Razor
Blades
Now you can have the best shave you've ever had and not need blades for YEARS. Honestly, it takes a few times to get used to it, but just go slow. You're probably used to hacking at your face with multiblade garbage.
What is you max budget?
Here is my recommendation for your kit(trying to keep with a budget):
Blade sampler $23
Edwin Jagger DE89 $30, it's the one I have and I love it.
This Omega Brush for $13, I have a similar Omega boar brush and love it. You have to soak it in hot tap water for about 5-10 minutes before you lather up to soften it up so it can absorb water.
For soap you could also consider C.O. Bigelow w/ menthol and eucalyptus $10, just got this at bath and body works for $5 in store (if you live near a store) and shaved with it today, it was fantastic, had a nice cooling effect to it and had a good protective lather. Taylor of Old Bond street is good as well, i have the sandalwood one(the hard soap) and it is fantastic. You have to consider they have hard soap, cream and sticks as well so you could look at those as well.
And as far as lathering you can lather in a bowl/mug or straight to the face, i like the face method thats just a personal bias though.