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Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Count (Pack of 1)?
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If you buy them in bulk (100 pc), you can easily pay under $ 0.10 per blade (I like the Astra Platinum).
I usually replace my blade once a week, but probably could get more use out of it. You can get 100 blades for $7 on Amazon. That makes them about $0.07 each. That is not expensive to me.
Make the switch to safety razors, you’ll live like a KING! You can have a new blade every shave, it’s 10.00 for 100.
Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Count (Pack of 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_6s.6FbAVSCPD2
Meh, you're better off anyways. Get some Feathers or Astras. The Edwin Jaeger's are crap just like Sharks, Personna's, and the gazillion other brands.
Edit* Here's a 100 pack of Astra's which are just below Feathers IMO for $7. These will last you all year and then some. https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3RN9LB502CY25&dchild=1&keywords=astra+razor+blades&qid=1607384033&sprefix=astra+%2Caps%2C236&sr=8-2
I started buying cheaper razors and throwing them away more often.
I prepare my face with hot towels. Just some hot water in a basin, drip a towel in and press it to your face, so it barely doesnt burn. It should look red though.
If I have any bumps I do a peeling beforehand. 2 spoon sugar to 1 spoon olive oil. Gently rub in. Dont rub too hard. If you have no peeling at hand you can also slightly rub the towel from the previous step.
I shave in 2 steps. One round along the growth and afterwards another round against the growth. With growth is easier on the skin, but leaves a lot stubble, so the first round is to get the most off to reduce the strain on the skin in round 2. The only place I dont go against the growth is above my lip, because Its so wobbly and I got some scars from trying. Instead in round 2 I go orthogonal instead (left-right for me)
I use Astra blades and use the middle and top positions in the razor. I have to do a couple passes but when I use the lowest position closest to the skin, it usually turns a bit red
Get a double edge safety razor. More blades don't cut closer, it just tugs the hairs.
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
Back when I had to shave for my job I used these. Using each side I only replaced them once a week.
.44$/? Who's your blade guy?
Let me introduce you to my blade (guy)[https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=1FU22SECYVQ4&keywords=safety+razor+blade&qid=1640219159&sprefix=safety+r%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-4]
I like the merkur 34c with this
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
The reason I mention it is because I also bought the Gillette vintage-y looking safety razor they sell at Target and its blades were shit. So this aforementioned combo is what I’ve found works beautifully.
The handle was prob about right, as they can be like $20 US. But its $15ozzybucks for 100 blades on amazon.
Precio amazon es el que uso de referencia. Las mías que venían con la afeitadora también eran re malas y me dolía afeitarme, les faltaba notoriamente filo.
Las feather deben ser las más caras por ser las con más filo del mercado (ojo que no necesariamente más filo es mejor, es a gusto de cada persona). He leído harto por aca en reddit que recomiendan estas donde las 100 hojas cuestan 8 dólares, una ganga. Igual me compré un pack de 3 hojas de varias marcas variadas para ir probando cuáles me gustan mas y casarme con una. Hay dos subs que te podrían interesar /r/Wetshaving /r/wicked_edge
I bought these 7 years ago and still have half the box… Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Count (Pack of 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_FFEM2Q3TCN0Q7V9PMSYR
If you’re not on the double edge razor train, you need to reconsider. All these 3-6 blade razors give a worse cut, last half the time, and are like 80x more expensive.
Any safety razor handle will basically work the same, so getting a cheap one that you think looks nice is fine. The really cheap ones just have a screw off head, while the slightly nicer ones open up at the top like a butterfly. These are much easier to use and is what I'd recommend. You can find the handles on Amazon for about ~$10.
As for blades, I use the brand Astra. They are a great balance between cost and quality. Here is a case of 100 for less than $10
Keep in mind that using a safety razor requires slightly more practice than a conventional razor, you have to learn to hold the handle at an appropriate angle. A quick Youtube video should be able to explain it in just a few minutes.
I prefer the astra blades. Astra Superior Premium Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades, 100 count https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_8MAJVRXTHD2GPGRY1XZW
I bought a really nice chrome razor. Cost me about $100 but worth it as it is 15 years old.
LPT: Don’t buy shaving cream, just use soap.
I had to buy a new razor recently and just went with the VdH at Target. The blades that come with it are... ok. Definitely not something I’d try for ATG passes. I recommend looking into Astra Superior Platinum blades.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ZMPNTZSXN5ZDXG8K5K4F
I’ve been wet shaving for just over a decade now and those blades are so good, I’ve had zero motivation to buy anything else. Furthermore that case of 100 literally lasts me years. I’m just about out of blades and will be buying it again for a third time.
The "rise" happens because the water in the dough and the pockets of gasses trapped in the gluten network expand when heated and have to be expelled somehow. Think of the score as a guide to help the gasses/steam release where you want them to. A deeper, singular slash at a shallow angle slightly off center from the top of the loaf helps the expanding gas/steam to "explode" out of that score, which helps give the finished loaf the signature ear we all like.
Based on your pics, here's 2 tips:
Use a razor blade to score. Even a very sharp knife isn't good enough IMO. It looks to me like your first pic isn't scored very deep. This partly explains why the loaf opened at the score a bit but doesn't have the exploded, craggy look and big, peeled back ear we all want. You'll get a deeper, more precise score with these then you ever will with a kitchen knife.
Not really a tip, but like the other comment says the stretching, ferment, and how you shape the dough really affect the rise as well. The dough needs to have a gluten network strong enough(stretching+ferment) to hold the loaf's shape, but if it's overproofed(ferment) it will slowly lose those built up gasses because the microbes stop producing them when they've eaten all they can. You also want to build tension on the surface of your dough when you shape, which will help make the score more effective in terms of "guiding" where the steam/gasses escape from the loaf.
/r/wicked_edge
Just get a double edged razor, and a box of 100 blades.
For roughly $20 dollars, you'll have enough blades to last you a year or two as each blade lasts about 5 days.
Re: Gillette below, how do you guys shave? About 5 years ago I bought a double edge razor. That was about $40. Blades come in a 100-pack for $10. Actually, just checked, my brand of choice is $8 on Amazon. That's right, 8 cents per blade. I tend to use a fresh blade for each shave, but if you don't care about a perfect cut, you can re-use the same blade many times. It's not an exaggeration to say you can do a year+ on an $8 pack of blades.
I think back to when I bought the Mach-3 replacement packs and just smh. The amount of money I threw down a drain...
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/
This is what I got, the price has actually gone down since I bought them.
Edit: now that I'm reading some of the recent reviews, it looks like maybe quality control has changed over the last couple of years. The other brands that seem to be highly recommended are Shark and Feather.
Safety razor, safety razor, safety razor.
It gives a closer shave than disposables and electric meaning more time between shaves (in my experience)
The blades are cheap and double edged at 9-10p a blade but still gives a great shave- above the quality of most multi-bladed razors.
The holder for the razor blades lasts decades if not a lifetime with care, the blades can come in cardboard and paper as standard. Also, because there's no plastic attached they're easily recycled. Environmentally friendly!
I found his recipe to be too wet to reliably replicate his results. His feat on the babish video is helpful but I’ve had better luck with a lower hydration recipe e.g. the perfect loaf beginner sourdough. I use just the tip of a razor blade at a 45° angle for scoring and gotten pretty good ears. I don’t have a lame either but that doesn’t seem to make much of a difference. I use these Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Count (Pack of 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-oRkFbE6GGM05
> Die haben vor etwa 1 Jahr die klingen komplett geändert und werden seitdem auch nicht mehr empfohlen. Sollen sehr stumpf sein und hart.
Siehe die erste Rezension bei Amazon hierzu, hab ich auch erst kürzlich entdeckt: https://www.amazon.de/P-G-ASTRA01-Astra-Rasierklingen/dp/B001QY8QXM
I got my friend a Merkur Saftey Razor for his birthday once. His wife used it more than him and absolutely loved it. Not to mention a decent one costs $30, and super good blades are like $10 for 100 blades (2 year supply for me).
Edit: my blades are $7 Now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dH8fFb1675PJ7
I get the 100 pack of Astra's on Amazon for my safety razor. I used to get Merkurs but they're super expensive.
If razor costs are a worry try a safety razor. The blades are like $8 for 100 on amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
There is a learning curve so at first there will be lots of nicks and cuts. The solution is to soften the hair w/ warm water and use a good soap. For the face many prefer the safety razor.
Thanks. I am going to order a battery. I used a razor blade, a business card, and a heat gun set to 850F to get the glass off. I think the heat gun made it relatively easy as compared to using a hair dryer or something. The adhesive came off pretty easily once heated for a few seconds at that temp.
Also good for shaving.... https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1527818707&sr=8-5&keywords=astra+platinum+razor+blades
Can't tell from the Amazon page, it is 5 blades for $10 or 100?
Buy a single-blade, refillable razor like Merkur. The single blade will reduce the amount of skin irritation you suffer and even the fancy ones it will cost 10 cents per razor (which is double-sided, so you're basically getting the equivalent of a cartridge for 5 cents). The only reason those things cost so much is because decades of advertising has convinced a generation of young men who don't know any better that adding more blades gives you a better shave (it doesn't), and because they patent pointless changes to the way the cartridge locks into the handle so that competitors can't undercut the nonsensical prices of razors.
My beard isn't very thick and I replace about once a week if I shave everyday. You could stretch it out further, but the blades are so cheap, why bother with a dulling blade. These are the blades I have: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_f1EAAbQ60H7PC
100 blades for $10! I bought these 3 years ago and I still have 20 or so blades left.
Safety razors are fantastic. You save so much money even when you buy the best blades. Once I got the technique down, I get virtually no irritation after a shave. With those stupid 5 blade razors I was guaranteed red bumps on my neck for the next few days.
Astra superior platinum blades are my favorite that I've tried. They're a little more expensive but the quality is fantastic and I get 3-4 shaves off each one.
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
This headline is misleading, if this team did their diligence they would know Cofoundit is already doing this so the claim is dubious.
Also Dollar Shave Club, come on man, that's not crypto.
I will tell you all how to beat dollar shave club. Get a safety razor, buy some Astra blades, you can get a pack of 100 for $10.
So join my 10 cent Shave Club.
I am slightly color blind :)
Also, it appears that for the Super Premium Platinum it just says Super Platinum on the blades and box. They are the same as far as I can tell. https://www.amazon.ca/Astra-Superior-Premium-Platinum-Double/dp/B001QY8QXM/
So I guess Superior Platinum is the green one.
Closer shave and allot cheaper, a good example is this, problem is some people turn to collecting the old school razors and brushes as well. But if you just get your self something good you can get cheap close shaves. I personally have not done my legs with them, but I know some on /r/wicked_edge has done that and said good things.
En ole ihan varma toimiiko noin ohuilla terillä, metallia on aika vähän. Mielestäni tärkeämpää on kuivata terä hyvin tai dipata se alkoholiin (kuten parturissa), jolloin ohut terä ei ruostu röpyläiseksi. Pyyhin terän reunaa ihan käden ihoon lähinnä karvojen irroitus tarkoituksessa.
Ensimmäinen ajo uudella terällä on aina todella herkkua. 2-3 ajoa menee hyvin, mutta 4--> terä on pitkään samanlainen huono, mutta toimiva pökäle. Käytän sitten muiden karvojen trimmaamiseen ennen vaihtoa.
Edit: Oma lemppari terä Astralta 100kpl/10€
Might want to look into safety razors if you're trying to save money in the long run, when bought in bulk a replacement razor blade costs around ten cents rather than the sixty cents that a budget cartridge costs. No need to sign up for a monthly payment thing either.
It's better for the enviroment because there's much less waste and packaging, and you get a better shave (the jury is still out on this one). The most important part however is that it saves you a cool $6 a year to spend on a new sports car or pay off the mortgage on your dream home xP
I'm a big fan of those Astra Platinum blades. Since you're new to this everyone will tell you to buy sampler packs to find the right blade. I did that and settled on the Astra blades, and bough a case of 100 for something like $10 on Amazon.
Maggard is a great company, right? I have gotten great customer service from them.
Feathers are great. But they cause a lot of skin-thinning for me.
Astra's seem to be the perfect middle between being uber sharp and edged just right for my skin. http://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=as_sl_pc_ss_til?tag=&linkCode=w01&linkId=&creativeASIN=B001QY8QXM
Unless you have tried Derbys before, a lot of people prefer astras (http://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425923127&sr=8-1&keywords=astra+razor)
Derby are on the duller side, they are harder to work with. Astras are the average to sharp sharpness. Other then that you can get a couple blades of each kind on tryablade.com to see which one fits more to you as they all fit different to different skin types.
> I need to do this. I hate paying 20 bucks for 4 cartridges that are used up in two weeks.
That is fucking insane. God damn. I've been using safety razors for a while and completely forgot how expensive the cartridge razors are.
Damn. I get 100 blades for $10. http://smile.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
(Don't ask me why 1 pack of blades is $10 while 3 packs is $55+s/h and 4 packs is $38)
Shaving with a DE razor is much different than shaving with a cartridge and requires both finesse and a knowledge of one's own personal tastes. Much like riding a bike, it isn't easy at first, but with practice and experimentation it becomes second nature. I haven't even been DE shaving for a year and I get the best shaves of my life, in a cheap and environmentally friendly way. (When I say cheap, by the way, I mean I pay 10 to 12 <em>cents</em> per blade, each of which lasts me about a week - so that $12 package will last me about two years).
400 blades, $32
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM?th=1
They last about a week, a good bit less than gillette cartridges - but they cost about eight cents each.
use a safety razor instead-- ~$10 for 100 blades. actually 200 blades since they're double edged
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_7
Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Count (Pack of 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_axg6DbYGVF33A
Even cheaper than the last time I purchased them.
SOTD - 6/6/2021 - Dupelgänger Day
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: WWBW Kokopelli w/ AP Shave Co. 26mm Synbad
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Executive Man
- Post Shave: Stirling Soap Co. - Witchy Woman
- Fragrance: Stirling Soap Co. - Executive Man
ROTY
For my scent dupes today I went with Stirling Executive Man (Creed Aventus) and Stirling Witchy Woman (Victoria's Secret Love Spell). I've had a bottle of the Executive Man EdT for a while now, so I figured I would pick up some samples to go along with it for Dupelgänger Day.
Stirling Executive Man is another Aventus Dupe, it's the only one I've tried, and I have never smelled Creed Aventus, so I have no idea if it is a good dupe. I like it, it's a nice scent, so that's good enough for me.
Stirling Witchy Woman is a floral fruit punch, and I am not a fan. That's all I really have to say about it.
For today's challenge I did my best to draw the Mammoth Embrace Logo in MS Paint. Enjoy. https://imgur.com/a/uzUKinu
I switched from cartridge razors to safety razors awhile back and it really is much better. The only downside is you can't shave in 20 seconds.
My setup is this:
Blades: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QY8QXM/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Blade disposal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DWGEY1K/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Shave handle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PKHIDRA/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Shave oil (After using it once you can just refill with grapeseed oil, olive oil or other cookie oil) : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P2VWPQE/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Cream brush: http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/maggard-razors-24mm-black-white-synthetic-shaving-brush-black-handle/
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Yes, a lot of product but once you get all of that you won't need to buy anything for probably a year. Each blade has 2 sides, I use each side once and then dispose of the blade so everytime I shave it's a fresh edge. 100 blades = 200 shaves for $10.
Shaving cream will last you probably 6-10 months. Shaving oil will last you probably 3-6 but that's incredibly cheap if you just refill from an oil in the kitchen. The one I linked is filled with grapeseed oil or another low cost oil you can get in bulk on amazon. No need to rebuy it, just refill.
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The process is also simple:
- Fill sink with hot water, throw shaving cream tube in
- Fill a glass/mug with hot water, throw the brush in
- Take a shower
- Take out the cream tube, take out the brush and do a quick squeeze to get most of the water out
- Wet face. Oil face
- Squeeze a dime or quarter size shaving cream on brush and then in a circular pattern apply to face
- Shave
- Empty sink. Wash brush. Squeeze out water
It's not very different from normal shaving except you just use different products.
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Edit: Also, if you do decide to get a shaving brush, please don't make the same mistake I did and trust the reviews on amazon. A common hyped brush is "Badger hair" and how it's nice. No. Fuck that. Go synthetic otherwise your face will hate you. The 5 star badger brush everyone raves about ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003WR3QSG/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ) is terrible. Out of the probably 1000+ items I've gotten on amazon, it's the only one I have left a review for.
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SOTD - 6/30/2021 - Fall Out of Lather Games
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: CaYuen Workshop Patina w/ AP Shave Co. 28mm 2BED Synth
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Shannon's Soaps - Haymarket Vetiver
- Post Shave:Shannon's Soaps - Haymarket Vetiver
- Fragrance: Cognoscenti - No. 30 Hay Incense
ROTY
Holy crap I survived my very first Lather Games. That was a lot of work. But it was fun! You will for sure see me around next year.
For today's Fall Scent theme I went with my set of Shannon's Soaps - Haymarket Vetiver. This scent makes me think of the brisk Fall days when I was a kid and we would go to one of the local farms that had corn mazes, shops, and hay rides all set up for the season. Reminds me specifically of walking into the barn where they have 2small stands set up selling various Fall items and foods. Grab a hot cider and relax after running around a corn field trying to find your way out of the maze. The smell of hay, apple cider, lavender, baked goods, and the best season, floats around you.
Haymarket Vetiver is a great scent. One of the few scents I have that pulls up some visceral memories from deep down. A great way to end Lather Games
SOTD - 6/23/2021 - Wild Card Wednesday
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: Craving Shaving Green Sash w/ 26mm Maggard SHD
- Razor: Blutt Razor - 067 Plate - Pre-Production Model
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Shannon's Soaps - Forest City Fern
- Post Shave: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Heather
- Fragrance: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Heather
ROTY
My original plan for today was a full dickhole Heather shave, but SOMEBODY used it already today. So the lather has been changed to Shannon's Soaps Forest City Fern. A lovely lavender based scent by an artisan local to me! It paired well with the Heather scents from the rest of the shave.
SOTD - 6/22/2021 - Collaboration Day
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: CaYuen Workshop Sparkle Buckeye Burl w/ 26mm Viking Odin's Beard Badger
- Razor: Blutt Razor - 086 Plate - Pre-Production Model
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Declaration Grooming/Chatillon Lux - Weinstrasse
- Post Shave: Wholly Kaw - Eroe
- Fragrance: Chatillon Lux - Weinstrasse
ROTY
This is a Declaration Grooming soap base with a Chatillon Lux scent. No idea why it shows up as just a Chatillon Lux Soap on trythatsoap. Weinstrasse is a lovely fall scent (not that I match my scents to seasons, that's just what I think of when I smell it.) The sample of the EdT I got from American Perfumer is almost empty and I think it's time to pick up a bottle. As per usual, the base performance of a Dec Soap is top notch. One of my favorites.
I hate to be that guy but the best shave I have ever gotten is from a safety razor. When I first bought it I got a handle and a box of razors for a total of like $30. That was about 3 years ago. Try it, and you won't go back to disposables ever again.
SOTD - 6/24/2021 - iGRUYE! a.k.a Desert Island Day
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: CaYuen Workshop Patina w/ AP Shave Co. 28mm 2BED Synth
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Spearhead Shaving Co. - Experimental 20.1a
- Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Hygge
- Fragrance: Shawn Maher - 2021 Madame Chouteau Bottle # 13/50
ROTY
Since most of my top favorite products have been used already for lather games, I went with an SOTD that is representative of some of my favorite artisans in the game, and ones that I would gladly use for the rest of my life.
Starting with my tub of Spearhead Experimental 20.1a. The 20.1 base was the final base version that got put into his large batch standard line of soaps, and his Seaforth! line. What a fantastic fucking soap base.
The Mammoth Magic Balm has to be my favorite aftershave base, followed closely behind by Zingari Man and Spearhead. I'll admit, Hygge isn't my favorite scent from Mammoth, that's reserved for Mood Indigo, but its still a great scent.
Finishing up with a frag from Shawn Maher, and one of my favorite frags I have. I've talked about the 2021 Madame Chouteau many times before. I am so glad I got one of these bottles.
SOTD - 6/12/2021 - Chat's Choice
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: WWBW Kokopelli w/ AP Shave Co. 26mm Synbad
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Declaration Grooming - Son et Lumiere
- Post Shave: Declaration Grooming - Son et Lumiere
- Fragrance: Shawn Maher - 2021 Madame Chouteau Bottle #13/50
ROTY
This is my second set of Dec Grooming I have. The other being a Dayman/Nightman set. I love the Son et Lumiere scent. Rain in a clean city are the scent notes and I think he nailed it. Such a lovely and unique scent.
Sorry for the quick write up today, I am currently at my parent's house celebrating my mom's 65th birthday.
It's cake time.
SOTD - 6/7/2021 - Dickhole Day
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: WWBW Kokopelli w/ AP Shave Co. 26mm Synbad
- Razor: Henson AL13 Purple
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: House of Mammoth - Mood Indigo
- Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Mood Indigo
- Fragrance: House of Mammoth - Mood Indigo
ROTY
Purple Gang where you at?
Mammoth Mood Indigo is probably my all time favorite scent. I've done write-ups on this scent before, so I'm just going to copypasta one of my write-ups on instagram:
Imagine yourself walking down the street in downtown New Orleans in the evening. Now I'm not saying Bourbon St. No. Bourbon St. is for tourists. You aren't interested in the overly packed dance club with sticky floors. You turn down Frenchman St. It's quieter. A small jazz band of high school students is playing on the side of the road. An alley way is taken up with an art show. As you continue walking down the street, you find yourself in front of the Spotted Cat Music Club. Muffled jazz coming from inside. You enter. It's crowded, but not crazy. You make your way to the bar and order an old fashioned. As you sit there and wait for the drink, the band moves on to the next set. A slower swing. Blues. Sounds like Ellington. The sax player takes his solo section. The upright bass player in the back, plucking away, while also wearing a sousaphone around his body. You loose yourself in the music, and you never want to leave. That's New Orleans. That's Mammoth Mood Indigo.
I wrote this based on my own experiences when visiting New Orleans (I have pictures of the sousaphone/bass player, it's nuts). I have only a couple scents in my shave den that solicit powerful memories, and Mood Indigo is one of them.
Enjoy my SOTD stack. I figured balancing on top of the vinyl that inspired the scent was appropriate.
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: WWBW Kokopelli w/ AP Shave Co. 26mm Synbad
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Mickey Lee Soapworks - Grand Havana
- Post Shave: Noble Otter - Firefighter
- Fragrance: Shawn Maher - 2021 Madame Chouteau Bottle #13/50
ROTY
Thank you u/Tonality for sending me this sample!
Grand Havana from Mickey Lee Soapworks (rip) is a scent inspired by cuban cigars. And nothing goes better with a cuban cigar than a pour of Hennessy Cognac. I never bloom my soaps so blooming a smush of unobtanium in a pour of cognac just felt…wrong. The resulting bloomed soap actually smelled like Henri et Victoria's Congac and Cuban Cigars…..wonder why.
Ended up being a good shave! I've never tried Mickey Lee before. The lather ended up being a bit thin and over watered but still provided a slick shave. I'm looking forward to using the rest of that sample, albeit, not bloomed using a $40 bottle of liquor I definitely didn’t just buy today for this challenge.
P.S. A rocks glass makes for a terrible lather bowl.
SOTD - 6/21/2021 - Non-Spooky Summer Solstice
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: WWBW Kokopelli w/ AP Shave Co. 26mm Synbad
- Razor: Blutt Razor - 086 Plate - Pre-Production Model
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Zingari - The Navigator
- Post Shave: Zingari - The Navigator
- Fragrance: Chatillon Lux - Weinstrasse
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Quick write-Up today - The Navigator from Zingari Man is a simple aquatic scent with a touch of musk and spice. It weirdly reminds me of the potpourri that my grandma had in her bathroom. That's not a bad thing. I really like it.
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: CaYuen Workshop Sparkle Buckeye Burl w/ 26mm Viking Odin's Beard Badger
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Southern Witchcrafts - Tres Matres
- Post Shave: Southern Witchcrafts - Carpathia
- Fragrance: Southern Witchcrafts - Anthropophagy
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For Vegan Day today, I went with Ol'Reliable, Southern Witchcrafts. One of the best performing vegan soaps out there. Their scents may not be for everyone, but I sure do like them. Tres Matres smells like someone spilled some red wine in a pile of dirt. And Carpathia smells like a damp library (stay tuned for a full Carpathia shave for tomorrow's theme).
8 ct pro Klinge ist nicht wirklich teuer und du bräuchtest auch nicht jeden Sticker damit bestücken. Für die Abschreckung reichte ja auch jeder zehnte oder zwanzigste o.ä.
SOTD - 6/20/2021 - Father's Day
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: Craving Shaving Green Sash w/ 26mm Maggard SHD
- Razor: Blutt Razor - 086 Plate - Pre-Production Model
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Proraso - Sandalwood
- Post Shave: Proraso - Sandalwood
- Fragrance: Imaginary Authors - The Cobra and The Canary
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DISCLAIMER: I received this razor on loan as part of a pass around. It is a pre-production model. I did not pay for it, but I also cannot keep it. All thoughts are my own.
I was born in 1994 so I think Proraso's foundation date of 1908 satisfies today's theme.
Trying out the Blutt Razor again, this time with the 086 plate, which is the middle plate of the 3 in terms of aggressiveness. Not much to say yet, as I don't want to draw conclusions or make any definitive statements until I have more than just one shave on each plate under my belt. One thing I can say for sure is that it's still very smooth. There's definitely more blade feel compared to the last plate. This is getting to the point of too much blade feel for me, so I'm not sure if I am going to like the 099 plate. I may save that for when I can get a few days of growth after Lather Games.
Proraso is fine. That's it. It's not garbage *cough cough* William's Mug *cough cough*, but it isn't amazing either. It's just fine. The sandalwood scent is nice, but that's just it. It's JUST sandalwood. No other scent notes. So it can be a bit much. The aftershave is actually a bit nicer in scent. The scent isn’t as sharp and potent as the soap, which is usually the opposite when it comes to alcohol based after shaves.
I think it's safe to say that this will be another soap and aftershave leaving my den after lather games.
SOTD - 6/19/2021 - Active Artisan Day
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: CaYuen Workshop Patina w/ AP Shave Co. 28mm 2BED Synth
- Razor: Blutt Razor - 067 Plate - Pre-Production Model
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: House of Mammoth - Embrace
- Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Embrace
- Fragrance: Shawn Maher - 2021 Madame Chouteau Bottle # 13/50
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DISCLAIMER: I received this razor on loan as part of a pass around. It is a pre-production model. I did not pay for it, but I also cannot keep it. All thoughts are my own.
Continuing the Mammoth fun from yesterday with my set of Embrace! As opposed to Mood Indigo, this one does pair well with the Madame Chouteau! Yay! There isn't much I need to say about the software, and nothing I haven't said before. Mammoth is great. Scent is great. Pink pepper, cardamom, warm, cozy, wrap you up in a snuggie with your favorite hot beverage, kind of scent.
The real chunk of this write up is about the new toy. I received a pre-production model of the Blutt Razor that is currently making its rounds around our community. I was very excited to give this razor a try. The shave today was with the 067 plate, the mildest of the 3 plates. I paired it with ol'reliable, an Astra Green, and I plan on picking up a sampler pack to try it with some other blades as well.
First, this razor is gorgeous. 303 stainless steel with a brushed finish gives this razor a beautiful matte steel look. The head of the razor is very slim, allowing you to get into those tight spaces with ease. Plus the top cap has blade tab covers, something I love, especially after a Personna tab burr cut my nose one day. The threading is smooth and the head has a nice firm clamp on the blade. I like the handle design, but I would prefer if the knurling was a bit deeper. The knurling is placed right around the balance point of the razor so it feels very nice and secure in my hand while shaving.
The shave was great. Very smooth. I had a bit of drag across the grain, but I can’t tell if it were the razors fault yet. I need to have some more shaves under my belt with this thing. It does seem to be louder than my other razors. This is the first time I have shaved with a steel razor, so I might not be used to the audible feedback. It doesn’t seem like a blade chatter issue.
That's all I can really say about it after one shave. I look forward to trying it out more and trying the other plates as well.
For me personally I don't think that the razor itself will make a huge difference, as long as it is stainless steel and the blade replacement is easy you're sorted. blade wise however, i found it hard to find a favourite. i really recommend astra blades, they come in cardboard packaging with no tape on any of the razors, just a little bit of waxy paper. but what i love about them is that they come in huge packs, meaning you need to order very few times . i' had my razor for over a year now and am hardly a quarter of the way through my pack and i change my blade very often as like you i experience itching. my only warning for you is that these types of safety razor are super sharp in comparison to regular razors, so being careful is a must. i use a shaving milk and take my time, doing very small strokes and using dry hands to my razor doesn't slip. i have used it over a scar before and been fine, but i would be cautious over texture. these links are amazon but that is because it is the easiest place to find them, they can be purchased elsewhere i'm sure:
Same 100 blades for $7 on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_Q1EDN6DK114P1J8A3V94
These have been excellent for me:
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
I have a Chinese razor and I use Russian blades on it
25 cents a piece? You can get a box of 100 Astra Platinum blades on Amazon for $9.30. That's what I use and love them.
SOTD - 7/29/2021
- Brush: Yaqi Freedom
- Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
- Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
- Lather: Declaration Grooming/Chatillon Lux - Confluence
- Post Shave: Declaration Grooming/Chatillon Lux - Confluence
- Fragrance: Chatillon Lux - Confluence
Confluence is going to work it's way into my top 5 favorite scents. I need to pick up a bottle of it from Chatillon Lux to complete the trifecta. And damn DG knows how to make a good soap.
I bought a safety razor and a 100 pack of blades in 2014. I'm not even half way through.
Disposable razors are a scam and a pollutant.
oof, I wish I could tell. Is there way to tell? I use these https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
I use a double sided safety razor. A pack of 100 blades is like $10 on Amazon (these). The actual razor was $10 (this one). My husband and I use a pack of blades in about 10 months with each of us getting one shave out of each side of the blade. There is a learning curve to using it but I get zero razor burn, I never cut myself shaving anymore, and it's a smoother shave. I use Cremo for shaving cream and that size lasts about 6 months for me.
I spend about $15 a year for shaving stuff and I get a better shave than multi-bladed razors.
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As another Canadian I find Amazon is the best source.
First I can tell you went to Shoppers where you got the brush and Proraso. 2nd don't buy the Body Shop stuff, its weird.
On Amazon Astra is the best bang for the buck on blades.
And for a Razor the Edwin Jagger De89bl is quite good.
Both of these are Prime eligible or free shipping on purchases over $25.
Ok i'm back now,
I treated myself to this for being a good girl ;) https://www.edwinjagger.co.uk/edwin-jagger-pearl-effect-pink-de-razor.html
& https://www.edwinjagger.co.uk/edwin-jagger-lady-s-shaving-brush-pink.html
& https://www.edwinjagger.co.uk/edwin-jagger-aloe-vera-shaving-soap-65g.html
Went a little fancy here but you can get the same results with a similar setup. These work wonders if you need to do the face.
The thing i like about this is i can through blades and it won't cost me much, as in i bought 100 blades for $10USD off amazon* which is cheap compared to conventional cartridge razors. This means that since i will be going through them quite quickly if i do large things like legs kinda frequently, i can use a new blade each time if i like. However i try to use them a few times to truly get my moneys worth.
The shaving soap will last forever like years, well a very long time and so will the Brush as well as the DE razor itself. The soap is nice and natural but can be a little tricky to lather up into a big heap quickly so that's why there is shaving cream. E.g https://www.edwinjagger.co.uk/edwin-jagger-aloe-vera-shaving-cream-100ml.html I might get one like this in the future but will try out my free testpot of the stuff that i got with the rest of the items before i lash out and buy the tub.
I use a rectangular bowl to swish out the razor once i have passed it a couple of times over the area being shaved. I also have a nice 900ml baking bowl to create the lather in.
I just now did my first waxing of my underarms because shaving was not doing a very good job as in i could still see the follicles under the skin. I can tell you that waxing my underarms may have just been the most satisfying thing i have ever done and the sharp then warm pain was.... nice too ah the squealing ;) not like the horrible epilator, omg. I just used some disposable wax strips that i got on sale like 1/3 the price of all the stuff in the grocery stores work pretty good might have to use them on some other areas that epilating is out of the question atm. I plan on stocking up on these as well. Don't use them on the face tho.
My first shaver like a year ago was one of the Schick Hydro ones and i didn't really know what i was doing and obviously didn't know that they get blunt (silly me) it was snagging on the hair and hurt like hell but i thought that this was how it was. lol
I always recommend shaving in the shower. You can even use hair conditioner as a substitute for creams or soaps or even as a pre shave to soften up the hairs just apply wait rinse then apply what ever cream or soap then shave. I would recommend using a bath glove/exfoliating glove to cleanse the skin before shaving. You may also want to look at some form of antiseptic like tea tree oil or aloe vera as well as a good moisturiser to apply right after shaving.
Omg i need to make a post about this, i might compile a whole bunch of my comments that i have done in the last couple of days (check comment history) on shaving and do a series of posts to help out peps using the search bar on this sub.
Any other questions please just ask, hope there isn't too many errors in there :)
Yeah. I bought the box off amazon late January, 2019.
Didn't think twice about it until someone posted and asked if they had counterfeit Gillette's. I went to the amazon page and found this review,
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so idk lmao.
I have the same manual razor as you and I purchased the Asta blades someone else listed, they're great!
Whenever I purchase things on Amazon I prefer to always buy specifically the listing that displays "Ships From" and "Sold Buy" directly from Amazon, in this case the listing is specifically https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QY8QXM/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1&psc=1
The way I find this is by clicking on the section that displays like "New (51) from" and then I set a filter and show only "Prime Delivery", and then manually scan until I find the direct Amazon listing.
>die Klingen bleiben gefühlt auch länger scharf.
Man benutzt die mehrfach? Hab die hier und schmeiß die nach einmal benutzen weg
If you want long lasting and inexpensive, get yourself a razor that takes standard double edge (safety) razor blades. I find that I get less irritation and in grown hairs with one vs the multi-blade disposables as well.
Make sure to buy yourself a variety pack of double edge razor blades to start out. The blades had different "feel" and performance. Cost is usually very similar (about $0.02 blade), but my personal favorite is the Astra Platinum blades with a Standard Razor. I have tough beard and get about 1 - 2 weeks per blade. Looks like the aluminum model is on-sale now on Amazon.
ich hab' mir vor über 2 Jahren diese hier für 8€ gekauft und bin voll zufrieden und nicht annähernd durch mit der 100er-Packung
Nicht OP, aber als ich mich noch rasiert habe, habe ich die Klingen von Astra und die Seife von Proraso benutzt, war mit beidem sehr zufrieden. Für die Seife brauchst du noch ein Pinsel (hier setzten viele auf Dachshaar, hatte ich damals auch gekauft). Dann etwas Wasser in den Seifentiegel geben und ordentlich mit dem Pinsel rühren bis es aufschäumt. Nach Benutzung einfach wieder Deckel drauf, der Schaum fällt dann wieder zusammen.
Kostet zum Einstieg zwar etwas (ich war mit Rasierhobel, Pinsel, Seif und Klingen bei so ca. 50-60€), aber die Seife hält verglichen mit Rasierschaum wirklich ewig, das selbe mit den Klingen. Je nachdem wie häufig du dich rasierst hast du das Geld nach ein paar Monaten wieder drin.
Off topic, but you can get 100 blades for like $10 CDN off Amazon, they're decent quality too!
I made the switch over 2 years ago, and I'm still on my first 100 pack of Astra double sided razer blades. I only do 2, or 3, blades a month. Which works out to be a penny a day. If you factor in the safety razer, disposals case It ends up being about 1.40 a month.
Single blade razer also reduced skin irritation.
https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM
This carton of razor blades will last you literally years and it's $10
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Hello Wetshaving community,
I started wet shaving about a year or two ago. I am in college so I heard it can be cheaper than buying other razors all the time.
I'm using a Parker 92R DE razor, a Parker synthetic brush, Astra blades from Amazon, and "Executive Man" soap from Stirling Soap Company.
The problem is that I'm running out of soap and need to buy again. There are just way too many options for a good one to buy. Do y'all have any recommendations, or are they all the same and I should just buy one?
The has to be dozens of different blades, but these seem to be a safe bet for beginners
Astra Superior Premium Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades, 100 count https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_3KA7EBV1XR9X6MVT7MPC
Get these ones. I break mine in half and keep the halves in a metal tin. Also nice and flexible for shaping spun hair.
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Yeah.... and everything else creeping up in price. Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Count (Pack of 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_YC14A02WDRMBZRF6TDDJ
Some people get way too into the type of safety razor to buy. It's really not that important in my opinion.
I bought this Cheap Van der Hagen razor at Target It works perfect and the top opens butterfly style to change the blades easily. they only thing i would recommend is the blades it came with were lousy. I bought some of these astra ones. and I honestly think I have enough to last me for a couple decades in that one box.
But my point is some people get so focused on the handle type and length and the blade angle and being able to adjust the blade angle and all this extra stuff that doesn't matter. Just pop a blade in clamp it down and it works fine.
It does take getting used to though. Shaving with a safety razor is not like shaving with a mach 3. you have to keep the angle to your skin consistent with a safety razor. Its not hard to learn though and its like riding a bike so once you get it you have it down. After about 10 shaves It comes pretty naturally.
I shave with a safety razor which is a single bladed razor. Works great and the blades cost less than a dime a piece and will easily last for a week or two.
I’m not trying to sell you on safety razors, the point I’m making is that there isn’t a minimum number of blades you need to shave.
This:
And This:
SOTD - 8/19/2021 - Hound of Hades
• Brush: CaYuen Workshop Sparkle Buckeye Burl w/ 26mm Viking Odin's Beard Badger
• Razor: Karve CB Brass, SB-A
• Blade: Astra Superior Platinum
• Lather: House of Mammoth/Declaration Grooming - Cerberus
• Post Shave: House of Mammoth/Noble Otter - Cerberus
• Fragrance: House of Mammoth/Declaration Grooming - Cerberus
My three favorite artisans in the wet shaving game are House of Mammoth, Declaration Grooming, and Noble Otter. If you take a look in my den, I have 18 different software products by DG, NO, and HoM. I have 34 total software products in my den, so that’s over half of my den dedicated to these 3 artisans. So when I heard that they would be collaborating on one special release, I got a little more than excited.
It's 11:58 am on August 14th, and I'm sitting here at my computer mashing the refresh button on the Declaration Grooming website. Finally, the store listings appear. I get all 3 items into my cart and check out as fast as I possibly can. I got it. I got the full trifecta. And not 30 seconds later, I start to see the sold out flag appear. Victory. I celebrate the rest of the day with far too much beer at a local brew fest.
My Cerberus set arrived in the mail today and I just finished shaving with it. The scent is phenomenal. The first thing that hits you are these dark and complex resin notes. Then a sweet touch on top from the stone fruit comes in. Not much, just a taste. Then as the sweetness settles into the darkness of the resin, a warm base of sandalwood rises up and brings it all together.
Nothing in my den compares to this scent. I've never had anything as dark and rich as Cerberus. This scent could have been very easily overpowered with sandalwood, but Mammoth did an excellent job reeling it in and making sure the resin and stone fruit have a place to shine.
Of course we can’t go without mentioning the base performance of the soap and aftershave. No surprises there. Declaration Grooming Milksteak is one of the slickest and creamiest lathers out there. Easy to lather up, and you will never have a shortage. I need to learn to load shorter with DG because you don’t need a lot. The Noble Otter aftershave has been a standard aftershave for comparison for me. NO Monarch was my first artisan aftershave, and to this day is still my favorite alcohol based aftershave. It is decently moisturizing (for being an alcohol base) and all around a good aftershave splash. I do prefer balms over splashes so I can’t say NO is my favorite in the aftershave game but it is up there. The EdP smells great, obviously. I can’t speak to scent longevity because I just got it today. But I can say it's still going strong after 1 hour.
So, do I like Cerberus? Yes. A resounding yes. The scent is fantastic, the base performance is great, and the label art is gorgeous. I really hope HoM, DG, and NO decide to produce more because I would love for more people to experience it.
Scent: 10/10
Product and Gear Performance: 9/10 (The first shave with an Astra is always scratchy for me)
Total Shave Score: 9.5/10
Double edge safety razor.
The expensive part is a stainless steel hunk of metal thing with a screw on cap thing. (~$30) The disposable part, the blade itself is a single stamped piece of metal that's been sharpened on both sides. ~$10 per 10pack at CVS. But it's both cheaper and higher quality online.
Here is a hipster smorgasbord of DE razor blades in the $0.50 per blade range. I used to use Feather, and it's an incredibly smooth, comfortable shave. Here is the first search result I found on Amazon- (search term is de razor blade) it's 100 blades for $7, so $0.07 per. I've never used 'em, YMMV.
The typical supermarket/drugstore shave cartridge, they swap out the patent every decade and a half for a new shape that does everything literally the same but the shape is slightly different. So new patent. Safety razors don't have fanciness, they are so simple they're unpatentable. So you can buy the disposable razors or the non-disposable stainless steel thing from literally a dozen different manufacturers. So there's an incentive to keep the prices low- if a consumer doesn't like your $10/10 pack razors, they literally have a dozen other suppliers to choose from, with 0 barrier to entry.
Or do what I do and grow a beard.
awesome, you're one of us! I just picked up 100 on Amazon for $6.99. you might wanna make sure they're the one for you before going all in, though. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_CXZSHZZZAE49Q98NZ0HH
Hells yeah. Last forever. Cheap blades. Total win.
I hate to shill but this is my hands down fav razor of all time. https://www.italianbarber.com/products/razorock-old-type-open-comb-de-safety-razor
It’s cheap, it’s open comb so it’ll mow through a week of leg hair like a chainsaw yet it’s not at all an aggressive razor. Find that angle and pull, open comb gives lots of audible feedback.
You can have one of these and a box of 100 astra platinum blades (Astra Superior Premium Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades, 100 count https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_-Gx7FbXW7NWQB) for less than $50.
Less ingrown, less irritation and less paying Gillette $27.50 for $0.50 of metal and plastic.
>100 blades is like ~~15-20~~ bucks
$9.99, tried this brand in a sample pack. highly recommended
That's 20 times as much as these.
Yes, some are sharper than others, some feel smoother than others. but Which blade agrees most with your face is a YMMV thing - you have to find out for yourself.
Checkout this sharpness comparrison.
Get a blade sampler from [razorbladesclub.com](razorbladesclub.com) or tryablade.com.
My suggestions for a sampler (I would get at least 3 of each) : Astra SS/SP, Gillette Silver Blue/Nacet/Platinum/Wilkinson/7'O Clock, Voskhod, Ladas, Personna.
My current goto-blade is the Astra Superior Stainless (blue).
Amazon and eBay have usually better deals than drugstores (ASP/ASS).
I usually order from razorbladesclub.com, because I'm in Germany/Europe and here they also sell via Amazon Germany - they deliver fast and I had no issues so far.
Believe it or not, you really can save money by switching to DE. The budget starter kit from Maggard's is only $30 and will give you everything you need. The $40 kit from Italianbarber is also a good option. After that one-time investment, you can buy razor blades at a fraction of the cost of cartridge razors: I spend roughly 10 cents apiece on mine (although you should probably get a sampler pack of blades because YMMV). You'll save money and get a better shave if you make the switch.
If you really can't afford a DE, using a proper shaving soap with a brush will really help your razor burn. For $20 on Amazon, you can get Cella, a wonderful Italian soft soap that smells of sweet almond, and an Omega boar brush that will exfoliate your skin while massaging thick, creamy lather into your beard. Doesn't that sound better than squeezing goo out of a tube?
if you are willing to PM me your address, I can drop you a few Astra blades in the mail free of charge. they are a blade that work very well for me, and one that you can get a 100 pack of for just over $10 on amazon .. this will allow you to try them at no financial risk to yourself, and if you find that they do work for you, you can squirrel away your spare change until you have $10.53 to put towards 100 blades, which even if you shave every single day and replace the blade after two shaves, will provide you with two hundred days of shaving for a nickel a day. either way, i'm happy to kick you a few blades so you have broader frame of reference.. additionally, this is an image that organizes some blades by their relative sharpness, though i have no idea how they obtained their data, though i do more or less agree with it.. anyhow, i hope you find some useful information here on Wicked Edge and stick around to be a member of the community.
(11.95 on Maggard's for 100)[https://www.maggardrazors.com/product/astra-superior-platinum-double-edge-blades-100-blades/]
(7.69 on Amazon for 100)[https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2EHZBIWYQ50GM&keywords=astra+razor+blades&qid=1574261216&sprefix=astra+%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-4]
This is relevant for me, too, as it's my early leader for favorite blade.
Whoa, these aren't the blades in the topic at hand.
https://www.boots.com/king-c-gillette-double-edge-blades-10283842
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I could go on.
Try 'em out. Different people's skin reacts to different blades differently. I get on with Astra but others hate them.
People in here need to embrace safety razors. A year's worth of razors cost less than $10. Buy shave soap 2-4x per year for $10. You use aftershave anyway, so that cost doesn't change.
Only hard part is the upfront cost of the handle and the brush, but that's a once or twice in a lifetime expense of less than $50.
Your first year of shaving will cost you $80-$100. After that, $30-$50.
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Compare that to a 15-pack of Gillette for $25 with a side of sanctimonious advertising, which you'll have to buy 3x per year.
I got a $20 safety razor kit from Target and was initially buying the replacement blades from them at $3 a pack but then I found this $7 pack of 100 blades that have lasted me for 3 years so far and I still have at least 40 blades left.
Edit: hmm recent reviews for the blades talk about a decrease in quality, which sucks but if you search on Amazon there are tons of other cheap bulk razor blade options.
I just purchased them from Amazon. If I was to put a basket together on what works for me;
Cheap blades (100) = £10~
Cheap but good quality razor = £15~
Shaving brush = £3~
Soap bowl = £2~ (lasts much longer than a can of foam)
I think I've seen most of this stuff in supermarkets in the mens shaving section though but prices will probably be a smidge higher.
If you were to shave once a day and replace a blade every second day (which is pretty wasteful) you'd be paying £25~ a year in blades.
I get away with once a week normally and just change the blade out each time so I'm £5 a year in blades roughly.
You can go much more expensive but honestly, if you're just after a good quality, cheap shave then safety razors are your best bet imo.
You're paying too much for fluff and plastic. Buy a real razor.
Astra Superior Premium Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades, 100 count https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_f08jCbJXGR8EH
Blades are cheap, my man. We're talking cents a blade. These have been my go-to for years: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QY8QXM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
What's crazy to me is how many consumers don't realize there are much cheaper, much better competitive options. The entire reason Gillette invented disposable razors is because they couldn't make enough money on traditional razors. They last too long and are too cheap to make! You can spend 10 dollars on a plastic disposable razor handle, and 40 dollars for ~120 shaves with this awful plastic crap. OR, you can go invest $30-80 dollars in a safety razor and then spend $10 for a fucking HUNDRED razors razor blades (which get you 5-10 shaves per razor). Mark my words, a decent safety razor will last until your great grandchildren sell it at your estate sale.
What do you mean when you say the scoring "doesn't work"?
Without more details, a couple things comes to mind:
Kitchen knives are generally not sharp enough to properly score a loaf. The dull blade will drag and tear. Unless you're a knife geek and keep them razor sharp with a whetstone, you should just buy some razors. 100 blades will last you years: https://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1483220056&sr=8-3&keywords=razor%2Bblades&th=1
Different scores will achieve different things. Cutting straight down in a square can give you that top-blown-off look. A single score at a shallow angle (45 degrees or less to horizontal) can give you a nice pealed-back-ear.
As far as working with sticky dough, this just takes practice. I'm still learning a lot myself, but this is a good starting point: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEG1BjWroT0 Becoming comfortable with a bench knife will pay dividends.
I've made that Perfect Loaf recipe myself and it's a good one. Good luck!
100 blades for 10 dollars https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QY8QXM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
Yes you have to buy a de razor, but that is one time. Here's what I use.
One time purchases:
https://www.amazon.com/Edwin-Jagger-DE89Lbl-Detail-Chrome/dp/B00K6Z24SK?th=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A3LVMMQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And for soap, I like this stuff: https://www.amazon.com/Proraso-Shaving-Soap-Refreshing-Toning/dp/B00837YY18/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1475964382&sr=1-5&keywords=
You only have to replace the blades and soap. Blades are 10 cents each and for me last a week each, but I shave every other day. Soap is 10 dollars and lasts a couple or a few months.
I like this guy's channel for learning the technique: https://m.youtube.com/user/geofatboy
Mango Sage Tea shaving soap (like a cream, but takes a bit more effort). The moisturizer is actually a hydrating cleanser, I just think of it as a moisturizer. Not really sure why.
For the sake of completeness (and at the risk of sounding like a corporate shill) the cartridge razors I use are Dorco Pace 4 (you can get them in bulk from Amazon, or rebranded from various sites) and the razor blades I use for my safety razor are Astra Superior Platinum. Razor blades are pretty specific to your skin, though, I went through a few different types before finding ones that work well.
EDIT: I also wash my face with a warm damp washcloth both before and after, and keep the razor blades wet as much as possible by briefly running them under warm water. The second one especially really seems to help.
The Astra Superior Premium blades are Amazon Prime (Quick delivery) and usually about $15
And I'm a Proraso fan which Shoppers sells
If you haven't given them a shot, I found these to be the best for my face, sharks were quite uncomfortable for me.
This is the starter kit I bought that i've been using for the past year and a half, i'm just now running out of shaving soap:
http://www.maggardrazors.com/product-category/de-starter-beginner-kit/
These are the ones I bought.
http://www.amazon.com/Astra-Platinum-Double-Safety-Blades/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430071405&sr=8-1&keywords=astra+blades
> saves you a ton of money
Using a safety razor and buying blades in bulk will save you more. Spending $35 for the safety razor, $10 for 100 blades (which is ~5 years worth), and $5 for the soap comes to shaving for about $10 a year for the first 5 years and $3 a year every year afterward. Beat that, dollar shave club.
Edit: Just in case you guys ask
Razors: http://www.classicshaving.com/razors/safety-razors.html
Blades: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QY8QXM (feather razors are terrible compared to these)
And any soap works as long as it lathers.
I quite like Astra SPs, which are around $10 for 100 blades on Amazon.
But you should try a few different blades and see which ones work well for you first.
I get my blades on Amazon, even without prime shipping shouldn't be too bad
recently went old school where safety blades are under 20¢.
100 Astra Superior Premium Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001QY8QXM/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_TBuPub0TSP9ZQ
Safety razor.
The actual holder will set you back from $30-$100 depending on how fancy you want to get, but after that it's smooth sailing.
here, though I got my own personal stash from a barber supply company no longer in business: 1100 blades for $100, slightly cheaper than that Amazon price.
Maggard Razors (Shout out if anyone has the guys /u/ I forgot it) has some really good bulk prices. 100 blades for ~$20. It's not the longest list of available brands, but not too bad. Search on Amazon rendered similar results. Also First link, Astra Blades popped up, kind of tempting actually the brand is not bad at all
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