if you really want to save money get a double edged safety razor. 100 blades costs about $12. i’ve been using them for years and they get you a better shave.
Yep i’m 20 and have been shaving with safety razor using Feather premium blades for 2 years now, and have saved so much money and it’s more satisfying to shave imo. What’s funny is that I switched after looking for the best razor between Harry’s, DSC, Gillette, etc.
@Neil Deep No pressure is crucial! Use the weight of the handle. Also, it also comes down to what razor you are using. Some are more aggressive, and you can also find mild ones. Buying quality product in the first place is a good choice. When you get something that has to last years and years, treat yourself. You can get Henson (really mild and beginner friendly razor) for around 60 - 70 bucks or used even less. You're buying blades for cents. It really is worth it, but you have to do your own research and find what suits you the best.
I have sensitive skin & found that if you use a high fat shaving cream like the ones you add water to lather up in a bowl or a shaving oil, you can save your skin from nicks & cuts. This combined with a double edged safety razor is a game changer & money saver.
I recently started wet shaving using a badger brush and double edge safety razor. I bought a $99 parker starter kit on Amazon & A blade sample pack for
Yes. High fat shaving "lubricant" is a MUST! I personally like shaving soap (I recommend dr harris. Quite pricey in some parts of the world but it last literally FOREVER. Can't even remember when I bought mine...), but if you like the cream buy it in a tube or tin! Not the pressurised can!!!!!
I have sensitive skin and I've never used shaving cream. Been just shaving with water and the cheapest 3 bladed Gillette you can buy. Those which are a bit wasteful for coming with a full handle for like an euro/dollar or two each. You can also shave in shower if you prefer but helps if you have an access to a mirror. I also heard a tip that hair conditioner can help.
That's great that you found something that works for you! I don't know why, but I started using a safety razor 9 years ago and got the badger hair brush and some Taylor of Old Bond Street. One time I was in a hurry and didn't want to go through the process of lathering up the shaving soap, so I just used some hot water on my face and it was able to shave through everything with no irritation or pulling on hairs. I haven't used my shaving soap or any cream since. Not that everyone should shave that way, but it does speak to how much better safety razors are at getting a clean cut.
I've had a beard for over a decade and just use an electric trimmer to straighten it up. But when I was shaving nearly daily I used a single blade safety razor. It really wasn't that hard to figure out (just take your time). Bonus, if the house or building you live in is pre-1960, there's a good chance there's a weird slot in the back of your medicine cabinet: that's for single razor blade disposal. They would literally just pile up inside the wall!
Oh yes, the old slot in the medicine cabinet. You see that pop up on home-renovation videos from time to time. Some are perplexed at all the "little metal pieces" piled up in the wall until they figure out what they are. Lol
@@nimravus01 I discovered this when I was helping my parents renovate their home to sell. I knocked a hole in the bathroom wall and like a hundred razor blades came streaming out. I called out "Mom! Dad! Fuck it! House is haunted! Let's just go! NOW!!"
I started using a straight edge about 10 years ago when my grandpa started developing Parkinson's and couldn't shave. My grandma also HATES beards and since I was staying with them I had to shave my grandpa and he would not be shaven with "women's razors" which to him was anything that didn't have an exposed blade that could cut your throat open. I have sensitive skin, and always struggled with regular razors. but since i didn't want to kill my grandpa, i learned how to shave on myself first. After my first shave I loved it! I had significantly less irritation. I went from "do you have hives" to like 1-3 bumps that might be acne. Straight edge is also MUCH better at cutting down a thick beard if i let it grow out, I can do small detailing. I am a huge advocate for it, and the learning curve is not as steep as people think.
I may be a bit of a spazz, but it took me about a year to perfect the straight razor, i.e. to be able to shave without a nick or small surface cut. NOw, I can shave with my straight razors (been getting them used and refurbishing them ) as quick as when I used a double edge safety razor, and soooo much better for my sensitive skin. I started using a DE razor when my Atra (remember those?) was constantly irritating my face, and i couldn’t see why adding more blades would help. Seemed counter-intuitive. Ah, me rambling….
I tried to start my own razor business a few years ago - and wasn't successful at it. However, in the process, I purchased a Leaf to see what the competition was like and I have to say... they did a good job! If you're looking for a solid shave and like Levi and myself have sensitive skin, go for the Leaf. Another alternate worth mentioning is the OneBlade.
I switched to a double edge safety razor earlier this year and honestly I don't think I can ever go back to a goopy cartridge razor. There's just something classy and satisfying about shaving with it. That's been cool because, while I did it for environmental reasons, I've been able to sell my friends on it on the coolness factor and the fact that I bought 100 razors for super cheap to last through the year. I've considered getting a leaf for when I travel since airport security gets squirrely when I bring my whole shaving set up, but overall it's been so worth the upfront cost.
I've been subscribed to Harry's Shave Club for years. I pay 20.00 every four months and the razors last forever. My husband and daughter use mine and we still have blades left when 4 months rolls around. I used to spend a damn fortune buying from Schick and Gillette!
It really is such a gut punch when you realize how much you spent before finding what products work best for you at a reasonable price range. Happy that's worked out so well for you!!
Sensitive skin actually means you should be using a single blade. The thrashing is from multiple blades trying to cut the same hairs and it tugs and stutters instead of gliding. One pass with 3x blades is also 3x blade passes, each and every pass.
The best deal was after I discovered Dollar Shave, before I signed up, I discovered you could buy direct from their supplier Dorco from South Korea via their San Diego HQ/ warehouse in bulk on their North American website and save even more $ ! Which is what I did. Unfortunately some free trade regulation crap that supposedly they were violating wouldn't let them sell direct so their website was shut down about 4 years ago. I just finished using my last cartridge from them this year! Currently using Harry's but that's only because I just learned about Leaf Shave a month or so ago, so when my Harry's stash is done some time next year, I think I'll be making the switch to an even more eco shave option.
A good electric shaver will save you literally thousands and, in many cases, it will give you a closer 'shave' than what you'll get with razors without risking cuts and nicks. I've used my Braun 790cc for almost 6 years and it would still serve me well had I not drop it in an inconvenient way and literally broke off its head. It was around ~€200 when I bought it and I replaced it's shaving film twice (~€30 per change) so, €260 for nearly 6 years of shaving. I'm now rocking Braun 9280cc for almost 3 years, still haven't replaced its head/film, and I paid a grand total of €169 for it. I'm never going back to razors.
As someone who started shaving his head post cancer Gillette fusion blades have been the only ones I can find that allow me to not slice my scalp 17 times during my weekly shave. For the face I find literally anything works, a safety razor, a butter knife if you try hard enough. But for the scalp I need something with more finesse.
I’ve never tried to shave my head-I probably have enough bumps from sun damage over the course of a lifetime that I would cut myself repeatedly and have to wrap my head in a turban. I gave up electric razors long ago and I love shaving my beard.
I switched over to a double-edged safety razor when I was in high school. The Merkur 23C is really beginner-friendly and it gave me painless shaves. I only fully realized that when circumstance forced me to use a cartridge razor once after that and using a new cartridge felt like dragging broken glass over my face, in comparison to DE blades. That sealed the deal for me.
@@paulcarlin5181 i don't rememver from the top of my head but its a philips one. I have since switched back to safety razors as I no longer shave clean, but have a beard now and I found its easier to establish lines with those
The original DSC ad dropped when I was studying marketing/design at college and it was HUGE, even all the way down here in South Africa. The amount of times I watched it in the context of a lecture or for an essay is wild.
Thanks for the informative video. As another alternative, consider ditching the canned shaving cream and using a brush. Same idea as the razor - large up-front cost for a badger brush and scuttle but lower long-term cost for soap blocks which typically last for months.
I have been using safty razor for 4 years now and the best thing a bout them is that they are great for sensetiv skin. Maby you need to try a diffrent combenation of handle blad and shaving soap.
Safety razors are a blast! Everyone should try it out, especially those with sensitive skin (I’m looking at you Levi!) because once you get the hang of it, there’s no rashes or ingrown hairs. I personally recommend Rockwell razors. I own one 6C and it’s awesome. Or even, yes, Gillette. They have two models that support double edge blades now, the heritage and the king c Gillette. I also recommend, since you’re already in this rabbit hole, using a shaving brush and cream to have a proper wet shaving experience.
When I used cartridge blades (I use a safety razor now) I hardly ever bought new blades. I used each blade as long as I could, probably a lot longer than recommended, and pretty much bought a whole new set with a handle and a few blades every time I needed to replace it, because it was cheaper.
I remember that Levi replied on my comment the first time he did a sponsorship video for Leaf Razor. This is a great. I've been here since Levi Hildebrand save the world 🤙
One thing that seems to be becoming a trend lately with newer products I feel like, is the ability to give the user a freedom to use their product with equipment that is not directly the same. i.e. the specific razor blade. It seems so many companies today are trying to strong arm us into only using their specific product to make a few extra bucks, even if there product is not as good.
About 6 or so years ago, I picked up an old school style straight razor that took replaceable blades for like 20 bucks, and a box of derby single blades for another 10 and haven't looked back.
Never knew this was such a big deal over there. I grew up in the Philippines where my grandfather literally taught me how to shave using a machete and still using it 'till today. 😂
That Leaf Shave AD though. That being said, it is nice to see a multi blade option that is sustainable, I never thought I would see the day that becomes a thing.
After switching to regular DE safety razor i now have no irritation. It has a learning curve, but it is worth it. I would also recommend to buy a nice shaving soap and brush. Soap foam does not clog the razor like can foam or gel and it gives a better shave.
I bought the exact same razors for a fraction of the cost direct from Dorco for years until they stopped selling in North America. They were inexpensive and worked well enough, but the packaging was so excessive. I've been using an environmentally sound double edge safety razor, badger brush, and saving soap. No more excessive packaging and I get a super inexpensive, close shave.
Hi folks! I've been shaving with DE (double edge) razors for 11 years. I stopped using Gillette back in 2011 after purchasing Muhle R89 (just stating model, no ads). I bought Derby green razors - they didn't work for me, so tried the Japanese Feather blades (bought a box of 100). After 7 years I haven't finished the box of blades yet, which I am pretty happy about. Just if you are keen to move to Double Edge - remember, there are different aggressiveness razors (Feather D2 is one of the least aggressive and Muhle R41 is one of the most aggressive) and different aggressiveness blades... Feather and Kai considered one of the most aggressive (read sharp), while Sputnik ones are one of the softest. But again, different combinations will work for different people even with the same skin type (e.g. sensitive) - you may like R41 with soft blade, while your friend will end up with cuts on his face coz Feather suits him better. So, yeah, if you are to embark on this journey it is pretty awesome one ;). Also there are plenty of youtube channels dedicated to traditional shaving (e.g. Kensurfs, geofatboy, razor emporium, etc...)
Their Fusion Proglide cartridges are comfortable and gives a decent shave at first but the lubricating strip doesn't last long.After 4 shaves, it gets worn and shaves to become uncomfortable. 1 cartridge doesn't last me 2 weeks much less a month. I have been using de razor for 8 months now and love it.
At first, I was like "Pshhh I don't need you to give me an alternative!" and by the end, I was like "Ohhhh I'm cheap and that looks like a better alternative!".
I love the look/theory behind leaf razors. I was super excited when my safety razor broke and I bought a leaf razor as a replacement. Unfortunately though whatever the coating is they put on the metal to make them look nice peeled off within a year so it looks kinda scabby now, and my skin's too sensitive for using all 3 blades in it😔 I probably just got unlucky, but I'm now patiently waiting for the day the leaf razor breaks before I can go get myself a double edged safety razor. 😆 knowing my luck the razor will be otherwise fantastically built and never break!
Ahhh haven't had that experience on our end but that's a bummer! Double edged safety razors are super cool, hoping you can get your hands on one relatively soon 🤞
Leah’s actually did the same thing but it still works fine. It was a defect they had acknowledged a year or so ago and apparently resolved? Sorry to hear that though!
I originally used Dollar Shave Club then I discovered a year in that they were just rebranded Dorco Razors which I could buy by the case off Amazon for half of what DSC costs. Literally snaps right onto the DSC handle 😂
this is why i went to straight razor(Shavette). So cheap to get new blades and easy to use after you get the hang of it. I also think it gives a cleaner shave
In 1903, King Gillette perfected the philosophy of; “Give away the razor, make the money on the blades.” Ink jet printers, did the same thing by selling the printers cheap, then charging high dollar for the ink cartridges
Sensitive skin is fine with a safety razor, you just need to use a different technique than you use with a multi blade. Short strokes, light pressure, frequent rinsing. And the upfront cost can be very low too. I've got more expensive ones, but my favourite handle cost $4 and my go to blades cost me about 7 cents each.
The first time (I was 17) I used a double edged safety razor it was the best experience ever. I informed myself on the Gentelmens Gazette (I am pretty sure the price coulumn is from them). Get a descent razor that has a closed cam and get some soft blades, your shave will be much better and atleast my skin (which always burned after using a Gillete) has always been much happier. After the second time I was already good enough and I only cut myself once ever (I was using a feather blade, extremly sharp). I can only reccomend it, and after a month you wont be any slower than with the Gillette. The leaf also seems like a good alternative though.
Have to second safety razors. The one I have I’ve been using for around 6 years. I buy a big pack of safety razor blades once a year. It takes a little bit of practice and some upfront costs, but I haven’t bought a plastic razor or cartridges in years.
used to use dollar shave club to save a few bucks not like i shave much. then a friend introduced me to a double edge safety razor. was a game changer. it was cheaper, shaves even closer and i personally use the one edge for 3 shaves and then the other edge. by the third shave it does feel duller but cuts as good as a cartridge fresh out the box really. the blades are so cheap you could just use the two edges once and dump literal cents worth. as mentioned in the video you can get hundred packs for the same price as a two pack or whatever for cartridges. i got my handle butterfly opening style on amazon for like 20-30 bucks australian and a variety pack of i think 50 or 80 blades with various brands because i was new to using for maybe 10-15 bucks (btw still going through them and its been 2 ish years now). only thing i learned was to just shave it slow and you will be 99% fine and find a nice shaving cream i personally like the menthol ones makes my face feel minty fresh especially when using a cartridge razor if i literally have 2 seconds to shave which would give some razor burn but that menthol though hides it pretty well. i actually use dollar shave clubs shaving cream with the mint or the shea butter in the can order those every few months or so. or poraso in the green tube paste or cup. at least thats my rambling story. one day i may switch to an electric razor like my older brothers dont have to mess with shaving creams and all that but that wont be for a long while
I use a safety razor butterfly which my grandfather used in his days. It works great and the blades are very cheap and durable. No need for warm, electric Gillette razors :p
My gf has had one razor, forgot the brand but it’s one and she’s had it for years. YEARS. All she has to do is change the blade. So she gave me a similar one by the same brand, imma save so much now
When your current razor dies it might be worth checking out safety razors again. You can buy sample packs of individual blades to find what works best for you.
I went from the Gillette fusion to a $7 safety razor from eBay and never looked back. It's not as good, but it's close enough at a literal fraction of the price.
I use double edge since 50 years now. I had a fling with Fusion but the multi-blade just forces too many ingrown stubs. There are many different options for a double edge implement, and I choose a top-of-line Indian brand - yes, outside of US and EU, the rest of the world use double-edged razors and there are many top brands selling for a fraction of a German razor. I have a tendency to use top-of-line Japanese blades; yes even the DE blades have a katana version...
Bought a good condition double edge 1965 Gillette adjustable safety razor on Ebay for $18.00 and it works great after you get used to it. And blades are cheap
A few years ago i got myself a leaf razor. I was scared of straight razors (had some sh experiences before). I absolutely love it and have not yet had to buy new blades (i got pre snapped ones). I have only once nicked myself, when i put the blades in a too aggressive setting for my skin. I love how i can just use it like a normal razor because of the pivoting head. I dont think ill go back to disposable razors ever. I hate the waste and they also didnt do a great job for me. And i hated how hair always got stuck and was hard to clean out. Things like dollar shave club just seem to create more waste and consumerism.
I just got a security razor and some good quality blades, Feather's to be precise a couple of years ago and couldn't be happier. Kinda. Might want to look at that Leaf thing or something similar.
I don't shave anymore, but when I did Feather blades were my choice. I've never seen the Leaf system before, but from the ad at the end of the video, it looks like you can still use your Feather blades with it. Cheers!
63 bucks for a safety razor? I got mine for 8, it even has the butterfly mechanism, I've been using it for 4 years now and it's still as good as brand new
Found me a nice safety razor at ross for $10 👌 n spent another $10 for 100 single Gillette blades and only change out the blade once a month 👌 best purchase ever 🎉
if you have sensitive skin you should shave with a safety razor. Personally I can recommend a Henson AL 13 2.0. This together with an Erbe blade and Proraso sensitive pre-shave, soap and Aftershave Balm.
I remember when the Mach-3 came out Gillette must have spent 100s of millions on marketing them. Switching to an old school safety razor was the best thing I ever did.
When I was 18 and joined the Army my razor was the single blade razor that you opened the handle and put in new blade. That was my razor for about 3 weeks when I decided to try disposable multi bladed razors. I settled on two bladed razors but hated the disposable and moved to the permanent handle and replaceable head. Those worked well till shick and gillete started fighting by adding more and more blades. I tried the Mach 3 Turbo .... and a 4 blade one and loved the 3 bladed. Now I agree them blades are expensive, but for the past 30 years I've shaved in the shower ( this last year not though grrrrrr ) and my blades last forever. I have in my cupboard a couple trays of blades and on them I wrote the year I bought them. 2015..... As long as I'm in the shower and using copious amounts of water and shaving gel .... my blades last forever.
I just use a straight razor. No waste, thing will keep for decades if handled right and you just strop it on some leather before the shave and have the "fresh new blade" experience every time. Plus it looks cool.
I have a double edged safety razor, and I’d say I love it so much more than disposable razors; they just work better and are the easiest razor to clean. My fiancé has the Leaf razor specifically and loves his as well!
Very interesting video! I got my now fiancé and I double edged razors for less than $20 each and a box of 100 blades over 3 years ago. We’re still only about halfway through the box! I’m so glad to have made the switch because we’ve saved so much money and produce way less waste ever since. Also love that you’re including alternatives at the end of the video.
Best thing I ever did was get a set of clippers with a foil shaver attachment. It's not quite as close a shave as a razor, but by 2pm the difference is negligible anyway 😂
@@DarthVader964 I'm pretty sure they're not universal. If you buy a men's trimmer set they usually come with one, along with the standard length guides etc. Mine is just an el-cheapo Remington from the local department store, but it works well enough. Just cut to length with the clippers, then swap the clipper head for the foil shaver to finish up. Easy-peasy.
I'll digitally bookmark that site and think it over. It might use it as a winter/hoilday gift idea. My extended family always wants to gift tangible items to me.
I can make disposable carriages last ages you can get a little gadget cheap on Amazon that cleans them forget what it's called. Also keep them dry after use. I use a cartridge shaver system from Aldi and it gets the job done 👍
I've had a Leaf Shave razer for a little over 2 years, my only issue now is my blade disposal tin is full and our standard recycling we can't dispose of sharps in. Need to look into what to do with it now.
I've used schlick, Gillette, and DSC. They were all about the same quality ime, I just didn't like multiblade cartridge razors for a variety of reasons (environmental impact being a major factor). When I was 18 I switched to a single bladed safety razor and it was a much better shave, add in wet shaving and you've got a sweet shave. The only thing I can say is a better shave than a safety razor is a straight razor; the downside to straight razors is that you need to maintain them and sharpen them to keep getting a good shave.
safety razor is like a fountain pen, it's expensive but it's meant to last for a lifetime.. so it's just one time purchase.. and those double edge razor are dirt cheap... you are really going to save a lot in a long run...
if you really want to save money get a double edged safety razor. 100 blades costs about $12. i’ve been using them for years and they get you a better shave.
Takes some skill, and more time, though. For someone on a tight schedule a safety razor probably isn't worth it.
And if you get shaving soap instead of foam it lasts forever
100%! saves you money and helps out the planet a little 😜
Yep i’m 20 and have been shaving with safety razor using Feather premium blades for 2 years now, and have saved so much money and it’s more satisfying to shave imo. What’s funny is that I switched after looking for the best razor between Harry’s, DSC, Gillette, etc.
@Neil Deep No pressure is crucial! Use the weight of the handle. Also, it also comes down to what razor you are using. Some are more aggressive, and you can also find mild ones. Buying quality product in the first place is a good choice. When you get something that has to last years and years, treat yourself. You can get Henson (really mild and beginner friendly razor) for around 60 - 70 bucks or used even less. You're buying blades for cents. It really is worth it, but you have to do your own research and find what suits you the best.
I have sensitive skin & found that if you use a high fat shaving cream like the ones you add water to lather up in a bowl or a shaving oil, you can save your skin from nicks & cuts. This combined with a double edged safety razor is a game changer & money saver.
I recently started wet shaving using a badger brush and double edge safety razor. I bought a $99 parker starter kit on Amazon & A blade sample pack for
Yes. High fat shaving "lubricant" is a MUST! I personally like shaving soap (I recommend dr harris. Quite pricey in some parts of the world but it last literally FOREVER. Can't even remember when I bought mine...), but if you like the cream buy it in a tube or tin! Not the pressurised can!!!!!
I have sensitive skin and I've never used shaving cream. Been just shaving with water and the cheapest 3 bladed Gillette you can buy. Those which are a bit wasteful for coming with a full handle for like an euro/dollar or two each. You can also shave in shower if you prefer but helps if you have an access to a mirror. I also heard a tip that hair conditioner can help.
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That's great that you found something that works for you! I don't know why, but I started using a safety razor 9 years ago and got the badger hair brush and some Taylor of Old Bond Street. One time I was in a hurry and didn't want to go through the process of lathering up the shaving soap, so I just used some hot water on my face and it was able to shave through everything with no irritation or pulling on hairs. I haven't used my shaving soap or any cream since. Not that everyone should shave that way, but it does speak to how much better safety razors are at getting a clean cut.
I've had a beard for over a decade and just use an electric trimmer to straighten it up. But when I was shaving nearly daily I used a single blade safety razor. It really wasn't that hard to figure out (just take your time). Bonus, if the house or building you live in is pre-1960, there's a good chance there's a weird slot in the back of your medicine cabinet: that's for single razor blade disposal. They would literally just pile up inside the wall!
Hahahaha what!! That's actually bizarre, thanks for sharing 👋👋
Oh yes, the old slot in the medicine cabinet. You see that pop up on home-renovation videos from time to time. Some are perplexed at all the "little metal pieces" piled up in the wall until they figure out what they are. Lol
"Bonus: walls full of razor blades"
@@nimravus01 I discovered this when I was helping my parents renovate their home to sell. I knocked a hole in the bathroom wall and like a hundred razor blades came streaming out. I called out "Mom! Dad! Fuck it! House is haunted! Let's just go! NOW!!"
I just switched to a safety razor a year ago
I started using a straight edge about 10 years ago when my grandpa started developing Parkinson's and couldn't shave. My grandma also HATES beards and since I was staying with them I had to shave my grandpa and he would not be shaven with "women's razors" which to him was anything that didn't have an exposed blade that could cut your throat open.
I have sensitive skin, and always struggled with regular razors. but since i didn't want to kill my grandpa, i learned how to shave on myself first. After my first shave I loved it! I had significantly less irritation. I went from "do you have hives" to like 1-3 bumps that might be acne. Straight edge is also MUCH better at cutting down a thick beard if i let it grow out, I can do small detailing. I am a huge advocate for it, and the learning curve is not as steep as people think.
I would absolutely love to experience a straight razor shave!
Good man. You learned a valuable skill and helped your grandpa in the process. And shaving with a straight razor is pretty zen, imo.
@@bennetfox you can always find a good barber to do it for you! imo nothing compares to a straight razor
Good on you for being a good grandson.
I may be a bit of a spazz, but it took me about a year to perfect the straight razor, i.e. to be able to shave without a nick or small surface cut. NOw, I can shave with my straight razors (been getting them used and refurbishing them ) as quick as when I used a double edge safety razor, and soooo much better for my sensitive skin. I started using a DE razor when my Atra (remember those?) was constantly irritating my face, and i couldn’t see why adding more blades would help. Seemed counter-intuitive. Ah, me rambling….
I tried to start my own razor business a few years ago - and wasn't successful at it. However, in the process, I purchased a Leaf to see what the competition was like and I have to say... they did a good job! If you're looking for a solid shave and like Levi and myself have sensitive skin, go for the Leaf. Another alternate worth mentioning is the OneBlade.
Norelco OneBlade?
Those leaf razors look dope. Safety razor blades that can turn into normal-looking blades, it's such a fascinating design
I’m looking to get a leaf, for the environment and decent shave, dollar shave sucks now. New blades are dreadful, I canceled after 6 years.
I switched to a double edge safety razor earlier this year and honestly I don't think I can ever go back to a goopy cartridge razor. There's just something classy and satisfying about shaving with it. That's been cool because, while I did it for environmental reasons, I've been able to sell my friends on it on the coolness factor and the fact that I bought 100 razors for super cheap to last through the year. I've considered getting a leaf for when I travel since airport security gets squirrely when I bring my whole shaving set up, but overall it's been so worth the upfront cost.
Maybe you could make a video about Nutella and their ‘sustainability’ claims of using sustainable palm oil.
Went the double edge safety razor years ago and still on my 100 pack due to being one of those unfortunate souls who cant grow a full beard.
I've been subscribed to Harry's Shave Club for years. I pay 20.00 every four months and the razors last forever. My husband and daughter use mine and we still have blades left when 4 months rolls around. I used to spend a damn fortune buying from Schick and Gillette!
I also use Harry’s 5 stars
It really is such a gut punch when you realize how much you spent before finding what products work best for you at a reasonable price range. Happy that's worked out so well for you!!
Pro tip to make them last twice as long…… use a hairdryer after shaving and get all the moisture off the blades….👍👍👍. Keeps them from micro rusting
@@LeviHildebrandYT Thanks!
@@St3veWK Thank you so much, will do!
Sensitive skin actually means you should be using a single blade.
The thrashing is from multiple blades trying to cut the same hairs and it tugs and stutters instead of gliding.
One pass with 3x blades is also 3x blade passes, each and every pass.
Nice! I love that you are including a more responsible alternative for consumers. People watch your channel because they want to do better.
The best deal was after I discovered Dollar Shave, before I signed up, I discovered you could buy direct from their supplier Dorco from South Korea via their San Diego HQ/ warehouse in bulk on their North American website and save even more $ ! Which is what I did. Unfortunately some free trade regulation crap that supposedly they were violating wouldn't let them sell direct so their website was shut down about 4 years ago. I just finished using my last cartridge from them this year! Currently using Harry's but that's only because I just learned about Leaf Shave a month or so ago, so when my Harry's stash is done some time next year, I think I'll be making the switch to an even more eco shave option.
I’ve been using Leaf for a few years now, after seeing your original video, and after I used up the last of my razor cartridges. I love it
A good electric shaver will save you literally thousands and, in many cases, it will give you a closer 'shave' than what you'll get with razors without risking cuts and nicks. I've used my Braun 790cc for almost 6 years and it would still serve me well had I not drop it in an inconvenient way and literally broke off its head. It was around ~€200 when I bought it and I replaced it's shaving film twice (~€30 per change) so, €260 for nearly 6 years of shaving. I'm now rocking Braun 9280cc for almost 3 years, still haven't replaced its head/film, and I paid a grand total of €169 for it. I'm never going back to razors.
yup,I simply stopped using a blade and kept the electric shaver, minimal stubble AND I get that third day look instantly😎
Every time I tried using an electric razor my skin would break out.
As someone who started shaving his head post cancer Gillette fusion blades have been the only ones I can find that allow me to not slice my scalp 17 times during my weekly shave. For the face I find literally anything works, a safety razor, a butter knife if you try hard enough. But for the scalp I need something with more finesse.
I’ve never tried to shave my head-I probably have enough bumps from sun damage over the course of a lifetime that I would cut myself repeatedly and have to wrap my head in a turban. I gave up electric razors long ago and I love shaving my beard.
You didn't mention how Dollar Shave Club was just reselling Dorco brand razors from South Korea for a mark up
That’s right.
You can just buy Dorco from Amazon too.
For real?
Underrated comment.
I switched over to a double-edged safety razor when I was in high school. The Merkur 23C is really beginner-friendly and it gave me painless shaves. I only fully realized that when circumstance forced me to use a cartridge razor once after that and using a new cartridge felt like dragging broken glass over my face, in comparison to DE blades. That sealed the deal for me.
I have had electric shavers and only electric shavers for my face since I got gifted one by my parents as a teen and ive never had a complaint
What do you use? I just bought a Series 9 Pro. To me it cuts as well as my Mach 3 with two passes, WTG and Across TG. I won't do AGC with a blade. lol
@@paulcarlin5181 i don't rememver from the top of my head but its a philips one. I have since switched back to safety razors as I no longer shave clean, but have a beard now and I found its easier to establish lines with those
The original DSC ad dropped when I was studying marketing/design at college and it was HUGE, even all the way down here in South Africa. The amount of times I watched it in the context of a lecture or for an essay is wild.
Thanks for the informative video. As another alternative, consider ditching the canned shaving cream and using a brush. Same idea as the razor - large up-front cost for a badger brush and scuttle but lower long-term cost for soap blocks which typically last for months.
I have been using safty razor for 4 years now and the best thing a bout them is that they are great for sensetiv skin. Maby you need to try a diffrent combenation of handle blad and shaving soap.
yeah there are tons of artesian soap makers like sterling and noble otter, and they definitely have a shave soap for anyone
Honestly you're probably right! but the leaf shaves are also fantastic 😀
Yeah my skin irritation went down by a lot once I found the right combinations.
@@LeviHildebrandYT yep got one for my girlfriend and she loves it
Safety razors are a blast! Everyone should try it out, especially those with sensitive skin (I’m looking at you Levi!) because once you get the hang of it, there’s no rashes or ingrown hairs.
I personally recommend Rockwell razors. I own one 6C and it’s awesome. Or even, yes, Gillette. They have two models that support double edge blades now, the heritage and the king c Gillette.
I also recommend, since you’re already in this rabbit hole, using a shaving brush and cream to have a proper wet shaving experience.
I really appreciated the recs at the end! I hope those additions stay!
When I used cartridge blades (I use a safety razor now) I hardly ever bought new blades. I used each blade as long as I could, probably a lot longer than recommended, and pretty much bought a whole new set with a handle and a few blades every time I needed to replace it, because it was cheaper.
I remember that Levi replied on my comment the first time he did a sponsorship video for Leaf Razor. This is a great. I've been here since Levi Hildebrand save the world 🤙
I've always thought electric razors are the best for being more green. I've almost only used electric shavers
Not much facial hair so a cheap electric shaver did the trick for me. My electric shaver last more then 10 years and still going strong.
Which brand?
One thing that seems to be becoming a trend lately with newer products I feel like, is the ability to give the user a freedom to use their product with equipment that is not directly the same. i.e. the specific razor blade. It seems so many companies today are trying to strong arm us into only using their specific product to make a few extra bucks, even if there product is not as good.
About 6 or so years ago, I picked up an old school style straight razor that took replaceable blades for like 20 bucks, and a box of derby single blades for another 10 and haven't looked back.
This is a video that needed to be made. Thank you and well done!
Never knew this was such a big deal over there. I grew up in the Philippines where my grandfather literally taught me how to shave using a machete and still using it 'till today. 😂
That Leaf Shave AD though.
That being said, it is nice to see a multi blade option that is sustainable, I never thought I would see the day that becomes a thing.
Kevin being cut off from screaming was surprisingly pleasing 😂
I'm currently waiting on my leaf shave order that I placed after watching your channel for a long time
After switching to regular DE safety razor i now have no irritation. It has a learning curve, but it is worth it. I would also recommend to buy a nice shaving soap and brush. Soap foam does not clog the razor like can foam or gel and it gives a better shave.
I switched to Leaf years ago, and they are hands down my favourite razor I've ever owned.
I bought the exact same razors for a fraction of the cost direct from Dorco for years until they stopped selling in North America. They were inexpensive and worked well enough, but the packaging was so excessive. I've been using an environmentally sound double edge safety razor, badger brush, and saving soap. No more excessive packaging and I get a super inexpensive, close shave.
Those leaf razors really work well. I use the leaf to shave my head. Does such a good job.
Hi folks! I've been shaving with DE (double edge) razors for 11 years. I stopped using Gillette back in 2011 after purchasing Muhle R89 (just stating model, no ads). I bought Derby green razors - they didn't work for me, so tried the Japanese Feather blades (bought a box of 100). After 7 years I haven't finished the box of blades yet, which I am pretty happy about. Just if you are keen to move to Double Edge - remember, there are different aggressiveness razors (Feather D2 is one of the least aggressive and Muhle R41 is one of the most aggressive) and different aggressiveness blades... Feather and Kai considered one of the most aggressive (read sharp), while Sputnik ones are one of the softest. But again, different combinations will work for different people even with the same skin type (e.g. sensitive) - you may like R41 with soft blade, while your friend will end up with cuts on his face coz Feather suits him better. So, yeah, if you are to embark on this journey it is pretty awesome one ;). Also there are plenty of youtube channels dedicated to traditional shaving (e.g. Kensurfs, geofatboy, razor emporium, etc...)
Their Fusion Proglide cartridges are comfortable and gives a decent shave at first but the lubricating strip doesn't last long.After 4 shaves, it gets worn and shaves to become uncomfortable. 1 cartridge doesn't last me 2 weeks much less a month. I have been using de razor for 8 months now and love it.
At first, I was like "Pshhh I don't need you to give me an alternative!" and by the end, I was like "Ohhhh I'm cheap and that looks like a better alternative!".
Buying razors online was especially attractive because often to get one in person you had to flag down an employee to unlock the case
I love the look/theory behind leaf razors. I was super excited when my safety razor broke and I bought a leaf razor as a replacement. Unfortunately though whatever the coating is they put on the metal to make them look nice peeled off within a year so it looks kinda scabby now, and my skin's too sensitive for using all 3 blades in it😔
I probably just got unlucky, but I'm now patiently waiting for the day the leaf razor breaks before I can go get myself a double edged safety razor. 😆 knowing my luck the razor will be otherwise fantastically built and never break!
Ahhh haven't had that experience on our end but that's a bummer! Double edged safety razors are super cool, hoping you can get your hands on one relatively soon 🤞
Leah’s actually did the same thing but it still works fine. It was a defect they had acknowledged a year or so ago and apparently resolved? Sorry to hear that though!
That opening beat is fire
facts
🔥🔥
Had to take a quick break to go and re-watch that fantastic commercial.
Shaving while watching this.. great timing 🎉
I had to go watch the original ad again; it really was great. "Lookin' good Pop pop!"
appreciate the section with alternatives. I lacked it in uniclo video.
i've been using a safety razor and i love it! it's really not too difficult to use. dont use force, just glide dont press down!
I originally used Dollar Shave Club then I discovered a year in that they were just rebranded Dorco Razors which I could buy by the case off Amazon for half of what DSC costs. Literally snaps right onto the DSC handle 😂
this is why i went to straight razor(Shavette). So cheap to get new blades and easy to use after you get the hang of it. I also think it gives a cleaner shave
Amazing video! Could you do one about The Beard Club? That one always intrigued me.
I got my husband the leaf shave on your recommendation. He loves it and likes being able to choose the razor
Really appreciate the alternatives and solutions mentioned! Great video!
Yay! thanks 😅
In 1903, King Gillette perfected the philosophy of; “Give away the razor, make the money on the blades.”
Ink jet printers, did the same thing by selling the printers cheap, then charging high dollar for the ink cartridges
you don't need a multiblade just try a milder/adjustable razor like rockwell 2/6C
Sensitive skin is fine with a safety razor, you just need to use a different technique than you use with a multi blade. Short strokes, light pressure, frequent rinsing. And the upfront cost can be very low too. I've got more expensive ones, but my favourite handle cost $4 and my go to blades cost me about 7 cents each.
I subscribed for about 6 months a few years ago. I still have most of my blades. I can use them for a while and it works just fine.
Woah, love the recommendation! That's a GREAT new feature.
Thanks for the tip about Leaf Shaver. Going to look into that.
Great video. Currently using a safety razor to save some money, plastic free, ect...
The first time (I was 17) I used a double edged safety razor it was the best experience ever. I informed myself on the Gentelmens Gazette (I am pretty sure the price coulumn is from them). Get a descent razor that has a closed cam and get some soft blades, your shave will be much better and atleast my skin (which always burned after using a Gillete) has always been much happier. After the second time I was already good enough and I only cut myself once ever (I was using a feather blade, extremly sharp). I can only reccomend it, and after a month you wont be any slower than with the Gillette. The leaf also seems like a good alternative though.
Have to second safety razors. The one I have I’ve been using for around 6 years. I buy a big pack of safety razor blades once a year. It takes a little bit of practice and some upfront costs, but I haven’t bought a plastic razor or cartridges in years.
thanks for giving alternatives
used to use dollar shave club to save a few bucks not like i shave much. then a friend introduced me to a double edge safety razor. was a game changer. it was cheaper, shaves even closer and i personally use the one edge for 3 shaves and then the other edge. by the third shave it does feel duller but cuts as good as a cartridge fresh out the box really. the blades are so cheap you could just use the two edges once and dump literal cents worth. as mentioned in the video you can get hundred packs for the same price as a two pack or whatever for cartridges. i got my handle butterfly opening style on amazon for like 20-30 bucks australian and a variety pack of i think 50 or 80 blades with various brands because i was new to using for maybe 10-15 bucks (btw still going through them and its been 2 ish years now). only thing i learned was to just shave it slow and you will be 99% fine and find a nice shaving cream i personally like the menthol ones makes my face feel minty fresh especially when using a cartridge razor if i literally have 2 seconds to shave which would give some razor burn but that menthol though hides it pretty well. i actually use dollar shave clubs shaving cream with the mint or the shea butter in the can order those every few months or so. or poraso in the green tube paste or cup. at least thats my rambling story. one day i may switch to an electric razor like my older brothers dont have to mess with shaving creams and all that but that wont be for a long while
I bought a leaf razor a while back from the review on your personal channel and i love love love it 👍
Thanks for adding a good alternative! I like this new segment :)
I use a safety razor butterfly which my grandfather used in his days. It works great and the blades are very cheap and durable. No need for warm, electric Gillette razors :p
There's never a need for those warm razors hahahaa, thanks for joining us here Alex!
And anyway, they warm up quick and nice when you sluice them under hot water! :D
My gf has had one razor, forgot the brand but it’s one and she’s had it for years. YEARS. All she has to do is change the blade. So she gave me a similar one by the same brand, imma save so much now
$63 for a double razor you can get a good quality razor for $20-30 and blades are like .05¢-.10¢ each
I personally just use the Philips one blade, I’ve had the same device for a year now and it cuts out the need for shaving cream
When your current razor dies it might be worth checking out safety razors again. You can buy sample packs of individual blades to find what works best for you.
Ditched the cartridges and been using injector blades (single edge razors) for about a year now. Probably won't go back in the foreseeable future.
I went from the Gillette fusion to a $7 safety razor from eBay and never looked back. It's not as good, but it's close enough at a literal fraction of the price.
I use double edge since 50 years now. I had a fling with Fusion but the multi-blade just forces too many ingrown stubs.
There are many different options for a double edge implement, and I choose a top-of-line Indian brand - yes, outside of US and EU, the rest of the world use double-edged razors and there are many top brands selling for a fraction of a German razor. I have a tendency to use top-of-line Japanese blades; yes even the DE blades have a katana version...
Entertaining and informative. Subscribed.
Bought a good condition double edge 1965 Gillette adjustable safety razor on Ebay for $18.00 and it works great after you get used to it. And blades are cheap
I have a Norelco, blades last 12 months. No need for any shaving cream/gel, and I get a good shave quickly.
Omg! I have dreamed of mailing the product back to the manufacturer once it's reached end of life.
i love the new solution part
A few years ago i got myself a leaf razor. I was scared of straight razors (had some sh experiences before).
I absolutely love it and have not yet had to buy new blades (i got pre snapped ones).
I have only once nicked myself, when i put the blades in a too aggressive setting for my skin. I love how i can just use it like a normal razor because of the pivoting head.
I dont think ill go back to disposable razors ever. I hate the waste and they also didnt do a great job for me. And i hated how hair always got stuck and was hard to clean out.
Things like dollar shave club just seem to create more waste and consumerism.
I use a straight blade razor; I think it's cooler than disposable stuff.
I loved the suggestion at the end about alternatives!! Are you planning on keep that segment sponsor free? Or are you considering taking 2nd sponsors?
I just got a security razor and some good quality blades, Feather's to be precise a couple of years ago and couldn't be happier. Kinda. Might want to look at that Leaf thing or something similar.
I don't shave anymore, but when I did Feather blades were my choice. I've never seen the Leaf system before, but from the ad at the end of the video, it looks like you can still use your Feather blades with it. Cheers!
63 bucks for a safety razor? I got mine for 8, it even has the butterfly mechanism, I've been using it for 4 years now and it's still as good as brand new
Found me a nice safety razor at ross for $10 👌 n spent another $10 for 100 single Gillette blades and only change out the blade once a month 👌 best purchase ever 🎉
if you have sensitive skin you should shave with a safety razor. Personally I can recommend a Henson AL 13 2.0. This together with an Erbe blade and Proraso sensitive pre-shave, soap and Aftershave Balm.
I remember when the Mach-3 came out Gillette must have spent 100s of millions on marketing them. Switching to an old school safety razor was the best thing I ever did.
When I was 18 and joined the Army my razor was the single blade razor that you opened the handle and put in new blade. That was my razor for about 3 weeks when I decided to try disposable multi bladed razors.
I settled on two bladed razors but hated the disposable and moved to the permanent handle and replaceable head. Those worked well till shick and gillete started fighting by adding more and more blades. I tried the Mach 3 Turbo .... and a 4 blade one and loved the 3 bladed.
Now I agree them blades are expensive, but for the past 30 years I've shaved in the shower ( this last year not though grrrrrr ) and my blades last forever. I have in my cupboard a couple trays of blades and on them I wrote the year I bought them. 2015..... As long as I'm in the shower and using copious amounts of water and shaving gel .... my blades last forever.
I was hoping you would bring up safety razors. They were such a game changer for me.
I just use a straight razor. No waste, thing will keep for decades if handled right and you just strop it on some leather before the shave and have the "fresh new blade" experience every time. Plus it looks cool.
I have a double edged safety razor, and I’d say I love it so much more than disposable razors; they just work better and are the easiest razor to clean. My fiancé has the Leaf razor specifically and loves his as well!
Very interesting video! I got my now fiancé and I double edged razors for less than $20 each and a box of 100 blades over 3 years ago. We’re still only about halfway through the box! I’m so glad to have made the switch because we’ve saved so much money and produce way less waste ever since. Also love that you’re including alternatives at the end of the video.
Best thing I ever did was get a set of clippers with a foil shaver attachment. It's not quite as close a shave as a razor, but by 2pm the difference is negligible anyway 😂
Link to the foil shaver attachment?
@@DarthVader964 I'm pretty sure they're not universal. If you buy a men's trimmer set they usually come with one, along with the standard length guides etc. Mine is just an el-cheapo Remington from the local department store, but it works well enough. Just cut to length with the clippers, then swap the clipper head for the foil shaver to finish up. Easy-peasy.
I'll digitally bookmark that site and think it over. It might use it as a winter/hoilday gift idea. My extended family always wants to gift tangible items to me.
That's a great idea! Have to start thinking about the holidays early 👀
Bought a electric Shaver at a deep discount for just under $100 four years ago and never had to replace anything
Great stuff!
I can make disposable carriages last ages you can get a little gadget cheap on Amazon that cleans them forget what it's called. Also keep them dry after use. I use a cartridge shaver system from Aldi and it gets the job done 👍
I've had a Leaf Shave razer for a little over 2 years, my only issue now is my blade disposal tin is full and our standard recycling we can't dispose of sharps in. Need to look into what to do with it now.
I've used schlick, Gillette, and DSC. They were all about the same quality ime, I just didn't like multiblade cartridge razors for a variety of reasons (environmental impact being a major factor). When I was 18 I switched to a single bladed safety razor and it was a much better shave, add in wet shaving and you've got a sweet shave. The only thing I can say is a better shave than a safety razor is a straight razor; the downside to straight razors is that you need to maintain them and sharpen them to keep getting a good shave.
safety razor is like a fountain pen, it's expensive but it's meant to last for a lifetime.. so it's just one time purchase.. and those double edge razor are dirt cheap... you are really going to save a lot in a long run...