Safety Razor

When it comes to shaving, there are many options to choose from. Including electric razors. Disposable razors and safety razors. While each of these options has its own unique advantages. They have become increasingly popular in recent years. In this blog post. We’ll explore the benefits of using a safety razor for your shaving needs.

The History of Safety Razors To understand the benefits of safety razors. It’s essential to know their history. Safety razors were invented in the early 1900s as a safer alternative to straight razors. Which were the only option at the time. With safety razors, the blade is covered by a protective guard, which reduces the risk of nicks and cuts.

Benefits

One of the main benefits of safety razors is their cost-effectiveness. While the initial investment in a razor may be higher than a disposable razor, safety razors can last for years with proper care. This means that over time, you’ll save money on replacement blades.

Another benefit of safety razors is their eco-friendliness. Disposable razors create a lot of plastic waste that ends up in landfills and oceans. Safety razors, on the other hand, require only a single blade that can be recycled after use.

They also provide a closer shave than disposable razors. The weight and design of a safety razor allow for better control and precision, resulting in a smoother and more even shave. Additionally, safety razors are less likely to cause razor burn or ingrown hairs.

Use

How to Use a Double edged razor. Using a safety razor may seem intimidating at first, but it’s actually quite simple. First, make sure your face is clean and wet. Then, apply shaving cream or gel to your face. Hold the safety razor at a 30-degree angle and use short, gentle strokes to shave. Be sure to rinse the blade after each stroke.

Safety Tips for Using a Safety Razor While safety razors are generally safer than straight razors or disposable razors, there are still some safety tips to keep in mind. Always make sure the blade is securely in place before using the razor. Use a light touch and let the weight of the razor do the work. Lastly, be sure to store your razor in a safe place, out of reach of children and pets.

Conclusion: In conclusion, This offers a cost-effective, eco-friendly, and precise shaving option that is safer than traditional blades. By following the simple steps for use and safety tips, you can experience the benefits of a safety razor for yourself.

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Safety razors

A mans face is his castle. I once heard from a mans mouth which is a part of the face. I have scars from some relatively small accidents on my face. In my 30s I have become more vein and have started to regret some of there drunken happenings. However on Wednesday morning I absolutely nailed myself with my safety razor.  Safety razors have just one edge at a time, which is more precise but can give you a deeper cut.

I have however been cut with a Mach 3 and disposables before. I have thought about how it is that I cut myself the other day and have come to some conclusions. However I have been walking around unshaven with a grove out of my chin since.

I am a seasoned shaver who has bags of confidence with any blade. My routine in the morning is a well practiced time saving event. Perhaps my confidence has lead to my messing up as I was not concentrating. I shave with a seized wrist, which gives the shave stability for sure. However when I get to my chin, I tend to loosen my wrist in order to be more flexible. In a quick movement I employed both techniques and my chin had a chunk out of it. It meant there was to much pressure and the wrist action acted like an ice cream scoop. But Tom flavoured skin instead of a lactose treat.

I would have been able to do this on a cheek due to it being a bouncy area. However the chin is and jaw is a harder surface all together. As we have previously discussed in other blogs. Is a softer area has less traction to be cut. I went wrong with pulling down and bending the wrist.

Safety razors for women

In the last year ladies have been picking up safety razors. Before cartridges or wax you had no choice anyway.  I suspect that the rise of Safety razors for women comes from global issues with waste. As our seas are plastic ridden you gallant lot are looking for ways to reduce plastic. De razors take disposable blades for sure. But they aren’t plastic where as cartridges are. Researching the subject has lead us to find. That number 7 on the disposable plastic list are razors and cartridges.

Don’t get me wrong steel production makes fumes that arent great for the climate. However the current issue is plastic in sea, which is being addressed by governments and activists. It really is nice to see people chipping in. De blades even if they go to landfill will biodegrade by rusting. Plastic only breaks down to particle level which will make it’s way into the sea.

There were a number of lady shavers throughout the 20th century. One of which was called the nymph which sounds more like a sex toy. But it was infact a razor. Lady shavers were more lightweight to be fair I can understand this design. However we aren’t talking about rought iron bikes. A razor is a light object anyway that always takes the same size blade. The following is some suggestions for safety razors for women

Muhle.

I would suggest certain razors to the ladies being less aggressive ones. As most women have lighter hair, I would suggest razors like Muhle. Which are a pretty fool proof way to shave your legs. Muhle make middle priced razors a real favorite is the R89. Which is a lovely chrome safety razor. Using one needs a 30 degree angle, which takes a little getting used to. As modern cartridge blades adjust to the angle.

Fatip razors

Another great less expensive razor is the Fatip Gentile range. I have banged on about these a fair amount over the last year for good reason. They are a non aggressive razor that are pretty inexpensive. They however really do have a great mechanism that seems to plough through hair.

This 1950s company makes design conscious razors. Which are Art Deco styled still. They have a rather nice gold number that has proven popular with the glamorous types. See attached picture and link for purchases.

Feather razors

Feather are a Japanese brand that are at the more expensive end of the safety razor market. These are hand made of stainless steel in Seko city. A region known for Samurai swords. These are heavier than the other two, however they feel amazing to shave with. Also the designs are so very cool making you the envy of your mates.

Shaving technique

Shaving is easy with a safety razor. Especially with less aggressive razors. However I would suggest at the begining stages of shaving with one. Is to use small strokes. These razor are safe but take a little getting used to. Also I would suggest purchasing a styptic like Alum or a styptic pencil to quickly top any annoying cut. However my suggestions of razors above are safe choices. I would definitely recommend these to any woman wanting to make the jump to De shaving.

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Feather ASD2 safety razor

The Fatip gold Gentila safety razor

Safety razor

It’s hard to choose my favourite type of razor. My safety razor collection has gentle models and more aggressive. Right now I am enjoying the solid control gained from a Muhle R89. I feel the benefits of it’s solid build. Despite being a middle aggresive razor it is very gentle. Making me think it should really be in the non aggressive market. I also enjoy my Fatip razor which is zinc cast. The razor is very solid and trust worthy. It seems to really plough through any hair I have. The design makes a real plough for cutting through the grain. It is slightly cruder than the Muhle as it is cast in molds. The Muhle however is handmade and layered from brass. The razor is chrome plated and finished by rolling and marking. Both are wonderful razors which get results that I alternate between.

More or less blade

More blade takes more skill. If you are going for a more aggressive razor. I suggest starting with a thin blade. I enjoy using more aggressive razors as I get that bit closer. The Edward’s lifetime razor is middle aggressive. However it exposes a lot of blade for the shave. Cleverly designed it provides a flexibility in the blade. This makes you take off hair safely and easily. It’s a fun razor to use that gets really close.

Favorite shavers

This is a tough one. I usually go through fazes with one razor. Also as a shaving business owner it’s important to try out different models. I have used Ikon razors with great success. This American company makes a limited amount anually. So snap them up gentlemen as they go pretty quick. They are solid razors that have an industrial vibe, despite being military named. Going to one every morning you feel like you are really special to have it.  They are heavy and knurled and pretty aggressive. It provides me with a bit of a rush for the day. As if I tame a beast every morning that makes me feel like a man.

Having nice shaving gear provides me with a self esteem. To not have decent essentials devalues yourself. Not only this but in the long run. You are buying into something that is more economic. Shaving soaps last for ages a big one like a year. Buying packs of blades at a time is so much cheaper. I have had a 5 various packs I choose from. I enjoy comparing the life in the blade use. Then I laugh at how inexpensive it is.

My safety razor method

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You have everything to gain from a safety razor shave. An important part of the traditional shave is heat. Transferring heat onto your face and facial hair. Certainly makes it easier to be shaven. This is due to the skin being looser and the hair being softer. Another important component of a good shave is water. Which is the worlds best lubricant.

The traditional barber will apply a hot wet towel to the face of the customer. This will steam and soften the grain to make it easier for the barber. To shave in the cold is also a difficult job, as found out by a barber I knew. He shaved at a show in a department store which had the air conditioning on. This made a difficult job of keeping the customers face warm, resulting in some cuts.

Therefore my advice is to wet your face thoroughly in a hot sink. Some people jump in the shower before which I find a bit uncomfortable. So I saturate my face prior to a shower in a hot sink. Until my face is dripping.

Lather

There is more lather with shaving cream it is also firmer. However shaving soap is cheaper by a long way. We are talking 6 months more use than a shaving cream. There is more lubrication on shaving soap to. Also a organic natural shaving cream is hard to come by. Where as there is a great deal of natural shaving soaps, that don’t contain chemical foaming agents.

If you use a shaving soap you can pretty much lather it quick onto your face. However a shaving cream takes a little work. You need to create friction for this, so I put a small amount in a bowl. Before the cream I leave the bowl in a hot sink, which adds to the hot lather. I leave the shaving brush also in the sink until hot which is important.

I then extract a hot dripping brush from the sink. Then whip the cream in the bowl hard. Backward and forwards I circulate the brush until it is thick with a firm lather. This will only take 15 seconds or so despite my explanation. Apply it to my face in a painting manner. I then circulate the brush to make more lather again. Until I have a good three millimeters of shaving cream on my face.

Shaving technique

Using a middle aggressive safety razor. Like a Muhle or a non aggressive razor like fatip. I start with my cheeks. Carefully I shave with the grain in a down or diagonal method. I shave my mustache line with care also tricky places around my mouth. I chamfer my jaw line across and with the grain also. I then go straight down the jaw to make sure I have not missed any parts. As I often find after my shave the point of my chin is still stubbly.

Down the face I employ long strokes of two inches. However on my throat, I will use small strokes which are more delicate. I also don’t tighten my skin on my face. But I am sure to not stretch it on my neck and throat. The Adams apple is a tricky one as finding which way a grain goes is tricky. I sometime take time plucking each hair with the razor.

Once the first pass is done I wet and lather my face again. I then shave up with a knowledge of the map of my grain. Take heed as sometimes it is baffling which direction it goes. However I shave against the grain on the second pass. I use more care as the first using smaller strokes. Once completed I inspect my face. Often my chin and back of jaw has hair on it still so I employ a third pass.

End game

I jump in the shower after I shave. I soap and wash my neck and face so I don’t get irritated. Some people use a shaving balm or after shave to close and cleanse the pours. I just shower and then hit the freezing streets of London. I apply cologne of an evening but this is to my clothes not my face as a stringent. An aftershave balm is a great thing if you have dry skin or want that added gleam. However applying it you realise how good or bad your shaving method is. That’s why this article is shaving gold dust.

Shaving and the cloth

Tonsure

Shaven heads and clean shaven faces have been common in some key religions. Tonsure is the term for religious head shaving. Also a Tonsorialist is someone who professionaly shaves the public. Which makes us those I suppose. Just by selling you a safety razor. There is very little info on why Christian monks had only the tops of their head shaved. My suggestion is completely ungrounded but I will still explain. I think a key cleric started to go bald and felt self conscious. He then made it compulsary across Europe or you probably went too hell.

Another possible reason which is more probable is that the ring resembles a crown of thorns. I doubt that the maiden who’s chastity was not at peril. Who shaved the Monk used a D.E razor. Infact we know now that the razor goes back as far as the ancient Greeks. The ancient razors found are usually made of copper or a very soft metal reflecting the age. Im certain it was relatively easy to sharpen a copper razor. But hard to keep it sharp. They would have also been scraper shaped as pictured.

Safety razor

The development of the safety razor came in victorian times. When things became more uniformed. Everything was measured and before this point everything was bespoke made. The Kampf brother saw a hole in the market which was filled by their razor which had a fixed blade. Soon after Gillette flew in and got a contract with Allied armies for both world wars. Interestingly it was millitary uniform to have a mustache. But the first world war was called the chemical war for a reason. Sadly the use of poisonous gasses pummeled the ranks of both sides. To mitigate this the first gas masks were used. To make a tighter fit clean shaving became the norm.

Civilians were issued also with gas masks. They remained unused however as there were no inland gas attacks. So interestingly war shaped male facial hair fasion. Which obviously went out of the window during the 60s with beards and also in recent years. I hated having a beard. Also I find people who have come in late in the game a bit pretensious. I did like the experiment to see if I could grow one. But when it got hench it became like wearing a balaclava of hot fiber glass. There are beard clubs now that see it as a status of masculinity.

I however display mine when I shout at people in traffic. Or when a drunk man pushes past me in a kebab shop. Grow a pair of balls not a beard as a substitute.Shaving with a safety razor everyday sets me off with a clean start. People have more respect for you if you are well groomed. I enjoy the process of shaving well with great kit. I hope you have enjoyed the article and would like to hear from anyone interested.

Razor burn

Using a safety razor

Razor burn is an annoying part of shaving. A cause is certainly a lack of lubrication. Shaving foam on a cold throat doesn’t help at all. Disposable razors dragged across my adams apple often cained my throat and left it red. This is basically from taking the skin off a couple of layers. I don’t suffer from razor bumps but a lot of guys do. This is from ingrown folacles that become infected. For some reason these are in the same group as razor burn. However I think that these bumps can get razor burn and are more likely to. Due to the fact they stick out from the face. A safety razor can help prevent this as they exfoliate by cutting that bit deeper.

Bacteria and shaving

I would say this is a different type of rash all together. This is like an impetigo infection. However certainly bacteria can make these already skinned necks more aggressive and get infected. If you suffer from shaving rash and infections. You need to wash your neck before shaving. That I am sure will solve a lot of your issue.

Razor types

I have a manky fusion razor in my bathroom. However I don’t use at as I fear it might have anthrax spores on it. The thing with cartridge razors and disposable is the fact that they have gaps between the blades. This leads to gunk and grime being in between them. Therefore if you use them on a dry cold neck. You risk having infected burns. A single blade razor like a safety razor is perfect and sterile. The single blade is thrown away in a week and doesn’t have time to pick up bacteria.

A great aid if you have razor burn is aloe vera. You need to cool your neck down as it is burnt remember. Even plenty of cold water will help you out. I use a good balm anyway as this helps and they often contain cooling agents.

Shaving brushes and soaps

Let’s go back to the beginning lubrication stops burns. The process of traditional shaving is a warm wet one. Using a proper lather made well will lubricate your neck and providing the safety razor is sharp it wont burn. Also another great thing to use is of course shaving oil. This adds a barrier between your neck and the razor. It’s simple stuff guys get in touch for any products.

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Safety razor shaving has become increasingly popular in recent times. This is definitely due to peoples awakening of plastic in our sea. As the seas are all linked this is a global problem. Despite 90 percent of the issue coming from several rivers that aren’t in Europe. We at Edward’s strive to do our bit. It turns out that number seven of consumerable plastic products. Which are most pollutant are shaving products. This includes the disposable Bic type razor. Also the cartridge razor which is the prevailing razor of modern times.

Traditional shaving is non plastic. However one thing to watch is packaging if you are a purist. At Edward’s we sell a range of blades that are cardboard packed. The blades are single material steel. These items are pretty much thin enough too biodegrade in landfill. Unlike it’s plastic predecessor which cells end up in the sea. Then back onto our plates in fishes stomachs.

The only real danger of safety razor blades is them cutting bin mens hands. Also storage in your house is important as you dont want toddlers opening up paper blade packets. Or a greater crime is if you just leave them lying around open. Before I throw an old blade away, I always rap it in the new blades packet. Then that will go straight into the bin.

Anti plastic shaving subscription.

We are very proud of our ethical shaving subscription. It contains our brilliant safety razor and two months of quality blades. Also tinned shaving creams and soaps. The first packages includes a Edward’s shaving brush that has fiber bristles. No animal hair in this set. Every two months we will replenish your kit as a part of the service. You can also cancel it anytime you wish. For those who don’t want to sign up can purchase a one off set that is non plastic for £55. A great price to save the planet.

Safety razor

Shaving with a safety razor feels like you are taking back your control. It is economically better as the blades are cheaper. Also you aren’t hurting the planet or paying massive cartridge razor fees. It is also a cleaner way to shave, as there is very little bacteria build up on the blade. cartridge razors get grime in between the gaps. Seemingly shaving with one can lead to razor burn. Why not invest into safety razor shaving. As the benefits seem to be endless.

We have a large range of safety razors at Edward’s. We are considered as experts in these brilliant razors also. We offer guidance with shaving technique. Which is not what a lot of other companies provide. We want to get you the right razor too. As the worst case scenario for us is selling you a razor and not fitting your individual needs. What would be worse is you using improper techniques that will not get the best out of these brilliant products.

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Shaving with a safety razor

Safety razor

I like to shave everyday. As to not look a total tramp. Also it creates less chance of missing hair. Also if there is any it wont be to long. I shaved this morning with 2 passes with Big Ben blades and my Fatip Gentile. I had got used to the R89 safety razor. Which needs to be held at a 30 degree angle for a good biting point for the blade. True the Fatip needs a high angle but not quite as much. There is also a bit more crudeness to the Fatip in terms of shaving. Don’t get me wrong. I love the shave it produces, but the shave is more consistant with the Muhle.

Method

I chucked my brush and bowl into the hot sink. Also wetting my face until dripping. I dabbed the hot brush into my shaving cream until the arch of the head was covered. I then circulated it into the hot bowl with a tiny bit of water. Using an anti and clockwise motion. I generated lather which caped the brush. Then I painted it on my face, circulating it at times until my face and neck was white. I leave the safety razor in the hot water throughout this. Despite science telling me a colder blade is thinner. I do prefer a hot warm one. Saying that I would like to experiment with a cold wet razor. I have only tried before with a dry room temperature one to a hazardous effect.

However I shave down my cheeks usually with a diagonal angle. I use strokes of around an inch. But I would make them smaller if the razor was more aggressive. I relax my face which goes away from text book thought. Certain articles suggest a better shave is on tighter skin. With a non aggressive razor you can tighten the skin. However I would suggest any one using a middle aggressive razor, should do so on loose skin. It seems to act as a boyancy for not getting cut.

I employ direct singular downward strokes along my jaw line. As to not miss a hair as I have a strong celtic jaw. All faces are different however. Shaving the neck and throat. I cannot suggest enough that you should employ light pressured small strokes. Sometimes even taking off individual hairs. Also understanding the map of your grain is important. For example you could be shaving down your face. But the grain of parts of it could go up. Finishing the first pass I wet my face again and lather for the second. Now I shave against the grain and take off any hairs I have inevitably missed.  I enjoy this process and can take harder lines on the grain. To finish I hurl water onto my face in the shower and make sure I clean it well.

Some people may go for a third pass. I would imagine those people don’t have a job though or places to be. Unlike this hot stud from southern England.

Why shave?

Why shave

I safety razor shave for a number of reasons. But to be clean shaven is not as common as it was in decades passed. As a bit of a rugged few day’s growth has become fasionable. Some men are very handsome and it doesn’t matter if they have facial hair. Other people are very ugly and having a bit of long stubble will make their face worse. An unshaven face represented the slovenly before now. I still maintain that only certain men can wear a few days growth well. I am not one of those men.

If I don’t shave I feel dirty and and greasy. As facial hair and particularly stubble isn’t cleaned properly. I heed warning to anyone who clippers there face with a trimmer set on grade three. These chin ornaments are rarely washed. Also I often sadly see friends of mine who look greasy as flip. Who rest on the laurel of fasion. Hiding behind the fact they can’t be bothered to wash and shave.

The world respond better to a tidy man. Also your future self will shudder to think how little you bothered. I get caught out, like the other day with not looking great. In my defence the builders had taken over my bathroom. But I am responsible for my own face. I had seen a attractive hairdresser that works near me. Whilst out to lunch we had a brief conversation but it was cut short.  By my introduction and by my unkept image. Not to mention her having eyeballs that presumably functioned.  However today I shaved with several strong passes with my safety razor of choice. Using a top shaving cream and brush. I also conditioned my hair adding a good paste into it as gel is for losers.

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I walked passed her shop with a new confidence. To which she gave me a nice look. What a difference is made by a bit of traditional gent’s grooming. Also when you set a bar of good grooming. You set a standard for yourself that people will expect. To relapse into a grubby image is a bad move. Although you are only a few days away from it. My suggestion to most guys is shave or if you do have facial hair wash it.

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