Buy a good brand - We would recommend buying a good brand such as Astra, Derby, Bic or Feather. There are some other cheaper ones available, but we have found them to be of poorer quality.

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Derby Razors and Shaving Essentials

Rapira: Rapira offers various blade types, including Platinum Lux and Swedish Supersteel, known for their quality and performance. Blade durability in a safety razor blade refers to how long the blade remains sharp and effective for shaving before it begins to dull and lose its cutting edge. It is a measure of how well the blade can maintain its sharpness and cutting performance over multiple shaves. Super-Max: Super-Max provides blades with different coatings and sharpness levels, offering choices for various shavers. Feather: Highly regarded for their sharpness, Feather blades are favored by experienced shavers for achieving a close shave.

Most safety razor blades are considered disposable and are designed for a limited number of shaves, typically ranging from three to seven shaves per blade. However, some individuals may extend the life of a blade with proper care and maintenance, such as rinsing and drying the blade after each use. Blade Brands and Varieties All DE razor blades are a standardised size and shape and will therefore fit any double edge safety razor you own.Razor blade preference is very personal to each invidual and a period of trial and error usually helps to determine which band is best suited to your skin.

Merkur: Merkur produces a variety of blades that are known for their quality and compatibility with Merkur safety razors. Razor blades have been around for years, and are used for a variety of reasons. In terms of shaving they are a very affordable way of getting a really close shave. Most of the leading shaving brands will make some type of blade. Lather up for a clean shave with Derby Moisturising Saving Cream. Stuffed with coconut oil, Derby Moisturising Shaving Cream is great for hydrating your skin - and keeping your skin nourished is the secret to a comfortable shave. Derby Extra: Derby blades are known for their mild and smooth shave, making them suitable for beginners. Blade sharpness in a safety razor blade refers to the degree to which the blade's edge is honed and capable of cutting hair effectively. A sharper blade is characterised by a finer more precise edge that can cleanly and effortlessly slice through beard or facial hair during a shave.

These single edged razors are made specifically for such shaving utensils and each are individually wrapped in wax paper to maintain excellence and sharpness. Perfect for shavettes and single edge razors, the Derby Premium 100 Single Edge Blades provide close, clean shaves. Insert in your razor and you're ready to go. A good blade can be the difference between a great shave and an awful one. Derby Extra Super Stainless Razor Blades are the blade of choice for men around the world. Razor blades should be replaced regularly to allow them to continue performing well, ensuring they are changed before they start to drag across the skin. How long you find a blade to last is dependent on personal preference and how the blades are stored. Some may find the need to change blades less often than others, but typically blades that are replaced after two to three shaves provide a closer shave and have less chance of causing injury, such as skin irritation and razor burn. Blade Usage for a Straight Razor (Cutthroat) - Some straight razors have a fixed blade. However most straight razors use safety razor blades which have been broken in half. If you to that you can get 10-12 shaves from a single blade. You can buy half blades for cutthroat razors.

It's important to note that what constitutes the "perfect" level of blade sharpness can vary from person to person, so finding the right blade that works for you may involve some trial and error. Many wet shavers experiment with different blade brands and models to discover the one that provides the ideal balance of sharpness and comfort for their individual needs. Blade Durability The best razor blades sold in the UK, are the Derby 100 Derby Extra Shaving Blades in terms of quality and value for money.