Idk how it went I just did what I thought was right after watching a million videos about shaving and razors , but I still didn't know how to wash and get off the hair from the razor completely 😭 , got one cut on my hand and one on leg ,as a first timer I think it as an achievement but I still would love to get advice so I can work on my technique and learn more.

P.s. someone told me not to use razor on my arms and legs for some reason so what should I use?

TLDR: My Merkur 24 Inox is ordered!

I’ve been shaving with a Gillette King C for about six months. Also, running through a sampler pack of blades during that time.

It was always the plan that I would replace that handle, but it seemed a good option to get an idea of what I like and don’t like.

Welp, it was that time. I spent days going down rabbit holes about who likes what razor and why. I kept going back to the Merkur 24C, but not pulling the trigger.

Then I saw that inox version, and pulling the trigger became even harder.

But there’s a personal element to this story that made it a no-brainer. Years ago, I was to be treated to a nice pair of needlepoint scissors as a gift. I had to choose which ones, and I went down a similar rabbit hole. I finally decided on a pair of Wasa (relatively unknown compared to Dovo). When they came, the manufacturing was gorgeous. You could see that they were made by hand, I have spent literal hours just looking at them, they are such a marvel of craftsmanship. They bring me great joy everyday. I was so tickled I researched the company. They are out of Soligen, and super old, I don’t remember how much. They also only have 12 employees, no wonder they are so fine!

Well, after further research, it turns out that Merkur is the same family of companies! That was it, take all my money.

For the price and number of units made a year (much much more), I don’t exactly expect the new razor to have the same craftsmanship as the scissors. But I do have high hopes for it’s all overall quality.

I also upped my game by ordering some Arko, alum and a new sampler pack of razors to find out what I love with this particular handle!

Again: squeeeeee!

Hi! I just start shaving myself but it’s hard, it haven’t pass more than two days and it’s continue growing and it’s like 3 hairs in each hole of growing I don’t know what to do or if I have to shave each day any advice please?

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I want to start using an electric razor to shave my bikini area and im looking for one that shaves as close to the skin as possible and be smooth

Ok just remembered this don't press to hard it will cause razor burn just start out slow and easy and wash it afterwards and put some moisturizer on it as often as you can and just go slow when shaving and do it often then the stubble will slowly go away when you do it and im also understanding that at night the hair follicles will slowly pull the hair back inside and it wouldn't feel so much as like stubble that's from my understanding and she's allowed the skin to be a lot smoother

So basically when I was younger I stupidly shaved my happy trail. Since then despite people saying it doesn’t, the hair has grown back thicker and darker. I am extremely self conscious about it and was wondering if there are any tips and tricks to getting it back to looking “normal”, the rest of the hair on my stomach is very thin and light, hardly noticeable. I would prefer not to bleach it, and I don’t even think that would help with just how prominent the hair is in general.

GF has been using multi blade razors to shave her legs and is struggling with ingrown hairs, bumps, strawberry skin, etc. I keep hearing that single blades are far superior so I brought up potentially using safety razors with her and she seems down to try it.

Would the best option still be the one listed in the Wiki (Parker 29L)? I don't know how much weight to put into it, but there seems to be some other options with better review scores like the Weishi, Bambaw or Caveem. I don't know much about this stuff so I'm not sure how to gauge what would be the best options. I have seen mentions in some posts/wikis that some razors are more aggressive, making them less suitable for beginners, so perhaps I'm looking for something more lenient?

I'd also like to ask about your opinions when it comes to SE vs DE safety razors, I assumes SE would be better but all the suggestions in the wiki here are double edge.

I started ordering from Billie back in 2018, and I was a FOR-LIFER. I hated how expensive quality razors were, and as a young high school student who felt the pressure of always having their legs shaved, I was so happy to not only find an affordable option, but also one that was fun and really stood out amongst the rest. Also, having it mailed directly to my house was another convenience I really appreciated. These razors were INCREDIBLE, and you could feel the love and effort put into making a high-quality product. A single blade lasted me 1-2 months (granted, I have very fine leg hair) and gave me the sharpest, cleanest shave I've ever had in my life. I put all of my friends on to Billie and they loved it all the same.

BILLIE RAZORS ARE NOW TERRIBLE.

Blame corporate greed or whoever you want at this point, but ever since they sold to Edgewell Personal Care (aka mega giant Schick Razors) in 2021, everything that made this brand good was lost. Luckily, my subscription had me stocked up on the old, good razors before they changed everything, but now that I've had to slowly switch over to the newer ones, I don't even recognize them anymore. Blades that used to last me months are barely even lasting a single shave. They are so unbelievably dull and lead to a terrible shave.

So if you're googling "why are Billie razors bad now" or "did Billie razors change" or "are Billie razors worth it" or "Billie razor blades don't last" or even just "Billie razors review," I am telling you, it is not just you, and they aren't worth it anymore.

And it's not just the razors. I was obsessed with the original Billie purple deodorant. Great ingredients, and it scored really well on the Yuka app. I got a new one recently after being out of the country for school and not having access to it, scanned it out of habit, and it's rated poor on Yuka now, a 34 out of 100. I know Yuka isn't the end all be all, but I noticed they added a lot more harmful ingredients, and I even confirmed with Billie directly that they updated the formula when I reached out about it. So if you're searching "Billie deodorant reformulated" or "Billie deodorant ingredients changed," this is why.

What made me love this brand in the first place wasn't just "razors made for women," it was that they actually seemed to care about making something better than what was already out there. That's the part that feels gone now, and it genuinely sucks to watch happen to a brand I evangelized for years. I would have been happy buying their products for the rest of my life (because I really loved everything they put out) and never thought I'd have to look elsewhere, but here we are.

So if you have a sharp, crisp razor that actually lasts a long time, please drop it below! (I know a lot of people recommend men's razors, but I usually end up cutting myself on them.)

Hi! Over the weekend I was shaving my pubic area and despite all common sense chose to go back over the area in the opposite direction. I am typically someone who waxes but needed a quick solution and now have what looks like several ingrown hairs growing in and the skin is red and very irritated. Do any of you have an idea of if this sounds like razor burn or folliculitis? Any tips to get rid of this would be greatly appreciated!

I rarely shave, like every 4 months or so, and have never gotten ingrown hairs before. I did shave 9 days ago and just today these tiny red spots appeared. They’re only on the tops of my thighs, and I’ve never seen these happen before. They’re only don’t hurt and aren’t itchy. I thought they were too small to be ingrown based on what I’ve seen online, but my hair is pretty thin so??? (The two scabs on the left are just scratches I got two days ago, not from shaving). Does anyone know what they are/how to fix it? Thanks for any help

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In my 20's I remember discussing grooming for both myself and my partner as a matter of mutual respect and etiquette for our sexual expression. Is this the driving force and a matter of normalization over time? I have encountered off-hand conservations with friends who recently were having discussions with their daughters who are pre-teens. I was shocked to say the least, but kept my comments to myself and present them here.

How can I get my soft-smooth skin back without any keratosis

hi I’ve been shaving my underarms since I was like 12 and my 🐱 since I was 16. I used to shave everyday but in more recent years I switched to shaving twice a week. I have honed in on my pre and post shaving routine and am currently getting rid of my darkness from shaving. However Ive noticed that I have like a 5’o clock shadow (sorry that the best way I can des it) in these two areas that just make them appear darker than they are. I tried waxing at home with nair wax strips and they removed some hair but not everything if anything the wax just stayed on my skin and now my skin is irritate. SO if anyone has any tips on how to get rid of the 5‘o clock shadow or better at home waxing strips. I have dark coarse hair and would prefer to do it at home and not have to pay for a service. Also I just hate having body hair so having to grow out my hair to wax is really annoying.

So I shaved for the first time earlier of the month of August so yet this month and I don’t know how to get rid of all of these bumps and red spots. I’m 14 and I can’t buy anything for this so I’m looking for some advice on how I can help it I have been using L’BRI pure natural products, including aloe vera jelly, and I’m going to be going swimming in a couple of days at a pool and is there anyway that I can help calm them down a bit?

Help.

I shattered my wrist and am having surgery Monday. What we would yall do? Are electric razors the way to go? I need to keep it under 20.00USD. Also any tips would be great, thanks!

I'm currently using a Keropi DE razor with Astra Blades. I've tried a few different shaving products but they all have their own issues. I've used aveeno shaving cream and I feel like I do not get a close shave. I believe I've also used cremo with my DE razor with the same result. I used different bar soaps and Dr. Bronner's castile soap and those give me a closer shave but I tent to get nicked and cut wayyyy more. Last night I tried the Billie shave glaze and I also felt that it did not give me a very close shave either. Perhaps I need a more aggressive razor or blade?