Safety razors: description and application

Shaving with a sharp blade, which was so common in the days of our grandfathers, was considered simple, but very dangerous. It is not surprising that today these razors have given way to safety razors. They will be discussed in our review.

The safety razor is metal or plastic machine with a blade or a cassette containing several blades. The cutting surfaces are fixed in a stationary or rotating head. The construction includes a handle, a cover and a head base.

There are two main varieties of these razors: conventional and mechanical... The so-called butterfly looms are common. In such products, the head of the cover for changing blades opens automatically. Mechanical machines are models in which all components are snapped off or unscrewed.

The safety razor was invented at the beginning of the last century. Its creator was the American inventor King Gillette.... At the time, the design of the razor was very simple. It consisted of a pair of components: a handle and a comb.

Cassette machines equipped with multiple blades are also classified as safety razors.... However, these shaving accessories are very expensive, so men often do not have the opportunity to change them in a timely manner. As a result, the blade becomes dull - in order to get rid of the stubble, you have to run through the hairs several times, and this greatly increases the likelihood of irritation, dryness and flaking on the face. Using a T-bar is much more profitable. A regular blade is cheaper than a cassette, so changing it regularly doesn't hit your budget.

There are simply no downsides to a safety razor. Of course, the very first attempts to use such a tool sometimes result in multiple cuts. But, as a rule, it goes away after two or three uses. The safety razor allows men to quickly feel their skin and develop the optimal direction of movement and its amplitude. When the user fully gets the hang of and masters the technique of shaving with such a machine, he will certainly be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the safety razor.

All safety razors are divided into disposable and reusable products. Disposable machines are made of plastic; in expensive models, the handle may have a rubberized coating. The advantages of such a razor are:

• affordability;
• ease of use;
• lack of special care;
• no need to replace or sharpen components.

However, it was not without its drawbacks. The blades of disposable machines become dull very quickly. This greatly increases the likelihood of skin damage, and also leads to the cost of buying new ones.

Reusable machines are made of metal, due to which the operating period of the models is much longer.

Depending on the design features, all safe machines are divided into several categories.

• Closed. This is the safest type of razor. To use such a machine does not require special experience and shaving skills. They are optimal for young people who are just learning to get rid of excess facial hair, they are also suitable for men who shave a couple of times a week. However, they are unable to rid their owner of the stiff bristles.
• Open. Provides a better shave than a closed type. Ideal for thick and stiff bristles. At the same time, when using, there is a high risk of damage to the skin, therefore, such a razor can only be used by those representatives of the stronger sex who are already "skilled" in getting rid of excess vegetation on the body.
• Machine with replaceable cassettes. Today it is one of the most common products. Differs in high quality shaving, according to the features of use it is similar to a disposable machine. The advantages include safety: it is simply impossible to apply a deep cut with a cassette razor. Among the disadvantages, the high cost is noted: the price of the cassette is much higher than the price of replacement blades for a conventional T-shaped razor. In addition, its use sets a limit on the number of passes: if you run such a machine over the skin several times, it can contribute to cutting off the upper layer of the epidermis, cause redness and peeling of the integument.

Here is a rating of the most popular safe men's shaving razors.

Gillette blue 3 - one of the most popular disposable models. It is distinguished by its aesthetic design, ergonomic rubberized handle and movable shaving head with three sharp blades. A lubricating strip is provided to protect the skin of the face. Among the disadvantages, poor attachment of lubricating elements and rapid wear of the blades are noted.

Dorco pace 6 - reusable cassette machine model. The design includes an adjustable 6-blade head and a rubberized comb. There is a softening strip, which greatly facilitates sliding on the face. The disadvantages include the high cost compared to other machines in this category. In addition, the blades are very close to each other, so they quickly clog and fail.

Dorco Pace 7 - here the floating head has 7 blades, a lubricating strip with calendula extract is provided. The large number of cutting elements makes it impossible for men with sensitive skin to use the machine. The advantages of the model include the presence of a universal mount, thanks to which the machine can be used with cassettes of another model range, for example, with 3, 4 or 6 blades. The disadvantages include the bulkiness of the cutting head, which significantly complicates the shaving process in hard-to-reach areas. As with the previous model, the blades are close together, so are difficult to clean from the remnants of cut hair.

Feather popular - one of the simplest and most convenient T-shaped machines. Made of durable steel and plastic. The butterfly design, blade replacement and general care of the shaver are simplified as much as possible.

The optimal choice is considered classic razor, two or three parts, - if used correctly, such machines serve for a long time. In addition, they can be combined with different heads if required. The disadvantages include long preparation of the tool for working condition and the need to care for it after shaving.

Butterfly razor is a good solution., such a lock system is easy to use and reliable. The blade is loaded into the head very quickly and easily. Of the shortcomings, only the lack of the possibility of combining different heads is noted.

The open design, on the other hand, provides direct skin contact. Their head is a dream for those men who prefer a clean-shaven face and at the same time try to achieve the desired effect in a minimum number of passes.However, in unskillful hands, the product can lead to cuts and scratches on the skin.

A safety razor requires special care. After each use, it must be thoroughly rinsed.and each structural element must be cleaned separately. This means that after use, the machine should be disassembled, each part of the hair, shaving foam and dirt should be cleaned, then blotted with a paper towel and dried. The hardest part to clean the butterfly razor is because it cannot be completely disassembled. It must be thoroughly rinsed under running water and shaken vigorously several times to get rid of moisture.

You can only fold the razor after all its constituent elements are dry, otherwise, the formation of corrosion can be provoked, and this will significantly reduce the operational life of the product.

The machine should be stored in a dry room (preferably in a case) in a suspended state so that the parts do not come into contact with other corrosive liquids.

The best Japanese Feather safety razors are presented below.