Bamboo safety razors & natural shaving soap
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Shaving soap bars, a bamboo safety razor and gift set, spare blades, a shaving brush set and an after shave balm.Shaving soap bars, a bamboo safety razor and gift set, spare blades, a shaving brush set and an after shave balm. For a shaving soap bar that lathers well, wet your brush or hands with warm water first and work the bar for a few seconds.
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Choosing a shaving soap
A good shaving soap replaces a can of foam with a plastic-free bar, and it lasts longer than you might expect. Keep it on a draining dish between shaves so it does not go soft. Clean U Skincare makes an aloe vera and mint shaving bar, cold-pressed in Vietnam with coconut oil and shea butter. So Just Shop sells a sandalwood soap with a shaving brush, handmade by an all-women enterprise in Kerala. Every brand here was checked for its ingredients and how its products are made before we listed it.
Safety razor basics
A safety razor holds a single double-edged blade, so you replace only the blade, not the whole head. Clean U Skincare makes a bamboo safety razor with a stainless steel guard and a long handle, which suits both face and body. It also sells the razor in a gift set, plus packs of five Shark double-edged blades. Hold the razor at a shallow angle, let its weight do the work, and shave with the grain on your first few goes.
Natural shaving soap and lather
To use a natural shaving soap, wet your face with warm water, then work the bar or a damp brush into a lather and apply it in circles. Give the lather a minute to soften the hair before you start. A brush lifts the hairs and spreads the lather evenly. So Just Shop's set pairs its sandalwood soap with a synthetic fibre brush. Rinse the razor often while you shave, so the blade stays clear, and finish with a splash of cool water.
After shave care and blades
SKNFED makes an after shave balm with aloe vera, vitamin E and shea butter. Change blades as soon as they start to pull, and keep used blades in a tin until you can recycle or dispose of them safely. Razor blades are not allowed in hand luggage, so pack them in your hold bag. A bamboo safety razor gift set makes a lasting Christmas present, because the handle lasts for years and only the blades need replacing. Dry the razor after each use and store it upright, so water does not sit in the head. Men's Grooming & Shaving has kits for men, Beard Care has beard oil, Soaps & Cleansers has soap bars, and Zero waste swaps for everyday life: The prioritised list has more swaps.
Common questions
How do I use a safety razor?
Hold it at a shallow angle and let its weight do the work. Shave with the grain at first and rinse the blade often.
How long does a blade last?
Clean U Skincare says each Shark blade lasts around 16 shaves. Change it as soon as it starts to pull.
Do I need a shaving brush?
No, but a brush makes a richer lather and lifts the hairs. You can also lather the bar with wet hands.
Can I take a safety razor on a plane?
Razor blades are not allowed in hand luggage. Pack the blades in your hold bag.