HOW TO & CARE
We don’t think hair removal is a necessity in life, but if you are going to take it off, we’re glad you’re doing so with sustainability and the health of the planet in mind!
How to Use Your Safety Razor
We know how daunting switching to a Safety Razor can feel, especially after years using a flexible and flimsy plastic razor, likely with a couple of blades, or more. Which are completely unnecessary and do more harm than good.
Although we remember how intimidating making the switch and that very first use is, we also know how good it feels, on every level.
This is a change you will not regret. You are even likely to wonder why you didn’t make it sooner.
Before you Plan to Use
Unscrew the razor head, noticing the way that the plate sits with the diagonal teeth facing upward.
Carefully unwrap one of the blades provided, holding the middle or short-end of the double-edged blade, and place on the plate. Replace head plate, and screw back together.
You will see each edge of the blade showing under the head plate, now you’re ready to shave.
For first use, leave it for a day you won’t feel rushed. Dampen your skin and prep with your favourite eco foam, oil or soap. Double-edged razors feature a safety bar, so must be used at a specific angle. This results in a closer shave, with no dragging on the skin, or blocked blades.
You will notice that the razor is significantly heavier than those flimsy plastic things, therefore you don’t need to apply much pressure. Let your razor be your guide.
The weight of the razor actually helps it to glide across the skin. Find the angle that is right for you and take short strokes, with the grain of the hair. Remember the head won’t pivot.
As always use extra care around ankles, knees, jawlines and other sensitive areas.
It can take a little getting used to shaving with the grain, but remember shaving against the grain can cause ingrown hairs, so let’s not ruin a good thing.
Razor Care
After each use give your razor a thorough wash under running water.
If needed carefully remove the head cover/safety bar for an extra rinse. Air and dry.
Safely store your razor somewhere clean and dry, to get the best life out of both the razor and the blades. Remember we are trying to minimise the need to purchase again for a very, very long time.
Each blade should last around 5-10 shaves depending on the areas being shaved.
You will know your blade needs a change when it begins to drag or look dull. Obviously don’t wait until it’s rusted!
At this point you can sharpen your blade or replace with one provided. When needed you can purchase more HERE.
Disposing of Used Blades
Used blades can be stored in a glass or tin container, safely marked and out of reach for recycling with your local council. It is going to take some time to fill this up and regulations are changing all of the time. But they should not go in your regular curbside recycle pick-up.
We will provide more information here as there are more regulated practices set in place.