Cutting your expenses while shaving your legs!

     My husband has been asking for an old style razor set for years! I finally gave in for our anniversary and bought him the oils, lathering brush and soap. It was expensive! Then for Christmas I bought him the safety razor handle and razors, which was cheap!

      I decided to try it out on my legs! I was using the Gillette Mach 3, which worked great with my super sensitive skin. However, it is very expensive, not a budget friendly item. The cheaper razors are horrible on my legs and often produced rashes.

      The first time I tried was an experience. You have to hold the razor at an angle and be much more attentive. You can cut yourself with this razor! I took a bath to let the hair get soft; I did not use shaving gel (because I am allergic). I also did one leg with the safety razor and one with the Mach 3. It took longer to shave with the safety razor, but it was much closer and smoother. I did have a couple of nicks as well. I did notice throughout the week my leg shaved with the safety razor was much smoother and the shave seemed to last longer.

       The next time I shaved with the safety razor I decided to add about a tablespoon of coconut oil to the water as I soaked. I also added a little to my legs before I shaved. I felt as that shaving went by faster and much smoother, even in the bikini area. The best part about using coconut oil as a shaving cream is that it does not come off when you get your legs wet, so no reapplying. In addition, it is a great barrier, lotion and if you nick your leg, it will help the healing process!

      Afterwards my legs were extremely soft and smooth without nicks or rashes. I have also noticed I need to shave a lot less. With the Mach, I needed to shave every 4-5 days or so with the safety it is over a week! I would recommend using a safety razor to everyone! My husband loves it; he also saves his head with it. It is a win-win in my book and we are going to keep it! Do not feel like you have to buy the expensive oils and lotions.

Here is the breakdown of cost:

       I choose the Merker because of the high reviews on several sites. Merker Double Edge Razor from Amazon is about $32.50 (free shipping with Prime), this is the handle and you will keep it, it is not disposable.

I decided to try a variety of the razor blades, since we were so new to it all. I bought a 100 pack of variety of double edge razors for $24.99.

       That translates into about 0.25 cents per shave if you want to add the handle into it and give it a lifespan of 100 uses, your still looking about $0.58 cents per use. I use to pay around $3.00 per razor from Sam’s, which was the cheapest I could find! Talk about saving! Moreover, we are doing less damage to the environment! They can be recycled.

      I found this great idea! You get a can of broth to make a blade bank! This way when it goes into recycling you do not have to fear about anyone getting hurt!

I hope this helps you cut some of your wasteful cost with razors! I absolute love this!