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I use a combine harvester. I lie down the field and let it pass over me.

I just stand in the wind and wait for the wind to erode away my beard

I shave with a broken beer bottle that's been recently smashed on an unsuspecting head

I put aluminium foil over my hair and eyes use an aerosol can and a lighter to burn the hair off. Bathroom needs febreeze after though

I use a lawn mower blade like a real man.

The trouble with straight razors is every woman on the planet wants to do that thing they do in the movies. Straddle you in a lap dance position and shave you. Say no and then they ask "don't you trust me?".....not with a razor blade to my throat grandma.

I cauterized my face. I'll never have to shave again.

I'm a progressive person, so I believe in recycling. I choose to shave with the used disposable razors I find in the gas station restrooms. Just doing my part to prevent global warming.

so you're telling me that the dollar shave club isn't one dollar?

I just use a broad sword

I sometimes just put my face under a helicopter blade

Still prefer my good trusty chainsaw

Anything but Gillette is alright

I love this guy 😂 and the comments are priceless

I use a belt sander. If I'm out in the woods without electricity, I use a lighter to burn it off.

Least favorite: Disposable blades Favorite: Straight Razor I spent a good couple of years using the cartridge razor when I was starting and a bit of the disposable razor but decided to switch over to straight razor. As you put it, it requires time, patience and skill but you acutally reap the benefits. That and your razor never clogs up or have to buy new ones ever couple of months. It's with you for life, and if you take care of it even your grandson can use it. It's funny, sometimes the old ways are the best.

Went safety razor. Never going back to cartridges.

Straight razors make clean lines easier than the rest, you can see exactly where you stop instead of doing guess work.

I recently switched from using cartridge razors to a safety razor. It was a great decision. Shaving with a cartridge razor, I would always end up with irritated skin. After switching to the safety razor, I get a much closer shave with no irritation. I'd definitely recommend this option for any guys with easily irritated skin. Tradition is best in my opinion

This comment section is just a meme on its own Btw I razor with Thors axe

Traditional wet shaving is amazing. Straight razor shaving is super easy not nearly as difficult as he makes it seem. Also Double Edge safety razors are an exceptional option.

I use sharpened stones for shaving my beard.

1. Safety 2. Straight if only you perfect the technique 3. Cartridge 4. Disposable 5. Electric - never use electric. Waste of money and time

I own a safety razor and a straight cut throat (with replaceable blades). I prefer the straight, but both are fantastic. Using only one blade is far superior to the multi-blade cartridges, you get a closer shave, and it's WAY more affordable (after the initial investment).

I like your style of speaking...............

I have a very sensitive beard and I've struggled with razor burn etc. my whole life. A few months ago I bought a safety razor out of frustration and curiosity. I gave up after 3 days of getting my face eaten. Then I watched some of your videos on shaving tips. Only then did I realize: I had been shaving for 30 years and nobody had ever really shown me HOW to shave! I don't remember my dad ever giving me much of a tutorial. He never had problems with his beard...and I probably wouldn't have listened to him anyway. You know how 13yo's are. I've implemented a lot of techniques and strategies that you talked about and it has changed my world! I now prefer a safety razor. I shave in the evening just before bed. That way I'm not rushed for time. Many times I'll use a cartridge for my second pass because I'm still training myself on the safety razor.

I've taken a liking to the Scottish claymore

I've been using a Philips electric shaver I bought for $40 for the last 2 years, and I haven't had any issues. It doesn't pull any skin and the shave is pretty good if you go over a few times (very quick ordeal). I will try safety razors in the future to see the alternative, but for now, I haven't had any issues with my electric shaver.

Safety razor. After some weeks of practice you get a perfect close shave with no cuts and no ingrown hairs. The blades are dirt cheap compared to cartridges and the environmental impact is minimal.

Well i shave with a safety razor for almost two years now and it's absolutely amazing!i wouldn't change razor again

How did I know that this would just be a Dollar Shave Club ad??? 😒

The credibility of a comparison video is really destroyed by making it into an add for one of the compared products

I've always used electric shaver. If i'm in a rush in the morning and I need to shave, it's the best option, I haven't got time to put cream on and wash the razor repetitively. Worth the extra money, low maintenance, easy to use, easy to clean.

I roll with a DE safety razor. $16 for 100 blades, it's a no brainer.

I personally grow out and sharpen my nails to the point that they resemble the claws of a wild animal and then start scratching my face violently to get that perfect clean shave. Works wonders.

I am 16 years old i shave daily with a throat razor, never cut myself and it feel amazing for the skin my dad is a barber so it help 😂 but it give a good shave and if you know what you’re doing never cut.

Safety is best, disposable is worst

Personally use a straight razor because it's great for shaping my beard. Was hard to learn to use it but it is so close now I can't even feel the hair for around 2 days, wakes me up in the morning whenever I use it.

I use disposable razors. I started my journey in shaving on safety razor, but the nicks and cuts started to put me off. Moved to cartridge razors once I was able to afford them and stayed with them for a few years. Then once on a holiday I ended up buying a good quality disposable razor and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the shave for a fraction of the cost. I'vnt looked back since and have been using a disposable razor for last 7years and have enjoyed it. The cartridges used to last about 2months, while disposable razor pack last me 3months easily for 1/4th the cost and similar shaving experience. Yes I agree on the wastage part and wish big brands start making them with recycled materials soon.

Honestly, saftey razors aren't for everyone but they sure worked for me. I used cartirdge razors for years and always had horrible acne, ingrown hairs and razor bumps/burn. Switching to traditional wet shaving seems to have reduced my skin issues by 90%. Our grandpas had it right.

I was 15 when I bought a vintage adjustable saftey razor at a flea market just as a conversation piece, but when I used it I loved it and used it for years. A couple of months back I bought an electric razor which disappointed me and in one month I went back to my safety. I've found 10pc blade packs for 1 dollar in some stores. in my opinion its the best shave and value.

I liked the butter knife next to the shave butter. :)

I love a good cut-throat razor! I learned my technique when I was younger and have gotten better as I age.

I use the Katana for shaving, that's my favorite & Dollar shave club is my least favorite bcoz that cost more than a dollar & u wouldn't send them to me for free.

Got a straight razor on my 18th birthday. Can’t go without it honestly. I like the feel and the ‘effort’ you have to put into it.

According to my shaving experience and with sensitive skins, the advisable is the electric razor, but duofoil with central trimmer bar to long hairs.

Five years ago I made the switch to traditional wetshaving with a safety razor and brush and never looked back! No more ripping or tugging or pulling. I've been meaning to upgrade to a straight.

i did that calculation, and it works! i just found out why there's life on Earth...

Just tried the safetyrazor today for the first time, and I've never had such a close smooth shave. Usually my skin is completely sore from cartridge razors just tearing it up, now it just feels better.

I switched to electric razors almost a decade ago after cartridge and disposable razors kept giving me fits. My favorite: the Philips Norelco series 4100 Aquatecs. I now have two of them and they've never let me down. I'm also currently giving the Braun series 3 and the Barbasol foil shavers a try.

I recently switched to a safety razor, and my face thanks me. I was really nervous about it, but am glad I made the switch. It feels nearly as good as a real straight razor shave at the barber. Make the switch!

My shaver... Merkur 34c Heavy Duty. Amazing shave. Amazing experience.

Cool, ive been using a Shick injector for 40 years but blades are getting hard to find

I shave with cartridge, safety, and electric, and all I can say is that by far the best shave I had was with the electric, flat skin hairless with the Braun Shaver.

I've used a Merkur safety razor with feather razor blades for maybe 10 years now. I get a much closer shave with less irritation and it really doesn't take a lot of technique. I highly recommend a safety razor, much cheaper in the long run than the cartridge style plus you feel cool as hell using it.

I heated my blade up on the stove and shaved my hair. The end result was a manly scar.

Safety razor all the way. Blades are cheap, such a wide variety of blades to tailor a shave to my needs and while slower than cartage style shaves it's still fast enough to do it every morning before work. I have zero irritation and shave daily. Cartage style works okay but it's rough on my skin and they are expensive. Cut throat razors are overrated. I use electric foil razors for training around my goatee. Works great for that. My .2

Shavette is another option he didn't mention. No need to sharpen and the myth that it's harder to do or a rougher shave isn't true (use it for 3 years now).

I’m 18 and have been using a cut throat razor for over a year now. For me personally it causes the least amount of irritation with having sensitive skin. It also works out to cost about £0.06 per shave not including the shaver itself so it’s very cheap. I would recommend it My least favourite is an electric shaver because it just irritates my skin too much

As a barber my recommendation has always been a single blade razor. I have only used a straight edge since i have been shaving. Not anybody can use them. So i advise a safety razor or cartridge razor. I tell clients that its not worth the money for a electric shaver. Disposable razors are no good either.

On the note of safety razors - a friend of mine suggested getting an older one from the 50s-70s so I purchased a Gillette one from the early 1960s and it works amazing, and it seems thats where the money is (for the new ones) the angle of the blade when the cap is screwed down onto it. The best part, it was under $20.

Today was my second attempt at shaving my head with a straight razor. Cuts were less than the first time. I am getting there.

I've been using cartridge and disposable my whole life. My gf bought me a straight razor kit for Christmas. I really like how close the shave and how tight the beard line turned out.

I use dollar shave club. Been using the blades from them for years. But in all honesty. Any razor. I.e Gillette razors which would be the competitive brand would work just as good. Just not as cheap as dollar shave clubs razors. I believe the key ingredient to a good shave is what shaving cream or gel you use. For me. The shave butter is the best in the market. I’ve used many other brands and all types. Even tried sensitive skin ones even though I don’t have sensitive skin. And the shave butter was the best. No matter what razor or electric razor your using. The shave butter is smooth and leaves your skin smooth as butter. As the name suggests. I continue to buy the shave butter. It’s inexpensive and lasts a good while. Depending on how often you shave. When I use the shave butter, I shave down. Up. And sideways for a close as possible shave. My hair grows quick. But the shave butter gives me smoothness for at least a half a day extra.

You've great personality ! my man i see all around ladies beautician and you and alpha m are doing great work for men.

I just close my eyes and believe my hair are gone every morning. It works

I use Norelco electric rotary shavers, and for these reasons: 1. Convenience -- I can shave pretty much anywhere, multitask if I need to. Maintenance is pretty easy and quick, as well (blow it out daily, brush it out monthly, disassemble and clean yearly). 2. Inexpensive to maintain -- I generally pay around $50-60 for a shaver, do not purchase shaving toiletries, and generally do not replace the heads (they tend to outlast the battery), electricity is minimal. The shaver can last anywhere from 6-10 years, typically in the 7 year range. 3. It's quick and relatively safe. Shaving takes 5 minutes. I am also very unlikely to cut myself shaving. As an aside, two of my electric shavers were gifts, so they were the first shavers I ever tried. They worked for me, so I stuck with them.

I use a safety razor and have not had any major issues for years. Every now and then I may knick myself. I used the cartridge razors when I first started to shave. They became expensive and irritated my skin sometimes (razor bumps). I investigated the safety razor and it has been smooth sailing. I am currently looking into an electric shaver, but after this video, I think I'll stick to safety.

I used cartridge razors in the past from big brands like Gillette, but i got a lot of irritation and ingrown hair. Also caused me a granuloma in the neck, now I have an ugly scar from surgery. Now i use safety razors, in my humble opinion are the best. Unfortunately is hard to buy safety razors and the blades here in Chile (South America), i have to search in really old stores and antique shop. As always, great video. Regards PS: Sorry for the mistakes, i do not speak english.

I use a tri-head electric Philips Norelco for shaving above the lips, checks, and as a final pass. And I use cartridge razors for sideburns and neck. This strategy has really helped me cut down on razor burn and irritation. The Norelco I have is Aquatec, so I always use shaving cream or lotion. Post-shave product from brands like Neutrogena and Nivea have also found a way into my routine.

If you truly care about good shaving, the only option is a wet shave with a safety razor. It's objectively best in terms of smooth shaving, affordability, and results. It's environmentally friendlier too.

Hey Supra-Einstien, You deserve a Nobel prize for inventing that initial formal.

I use an electric rotary, and have done so for the past 30+ years. A decently good electric rotary shaver will be fairly inexpensive ($45-70); a rechargeable one will last up to two weeks (or sometimes longer) on a single charge (which is also very inexpensive to do). You do not need to shave in the bathroom, or near a sink, or even in front of a mirror, unless you prefer to. Unless you abuse your shaver, the heads should last the life of the unit, which can be upwards of 10 years, and generally at least 5 (my first shaver lasted me 9 years, my second 7, my third 10, and my current one at least 6 so far). This translates into spending less than $10 per year to shave, even shaving every day. On the downside, a decent shave can take between 5 and 10 minutes, although a quickie can easily take less than 5. There are faster ways to shave, especially if you are skilled in the use of a straight or safety razor. Of course, the biggest downside is that although you can get a decent-to-good shave from an electric, you will never get the best, closest shave with one. Just the nature of the beast. If you want the best shave, you will need to invest more money and time in both equipment and personal skill, likely with a straight or safety razor. I opt for the trade-offs of an electric, because I like the convenience, like to save money, and can put up with having only a "good" shave, instead of an "excellent" one.

I use 3 razors. I shave my head in the shower and for that I use a cartridge razor. For shaving my face I use a straight razor. Important tip here is to learn to sharpen it yourself -- I took mine to a respected knife shop and it came back worse than when I dropped it off. For quick "touch up" work I use a safety razor.

Been using a straight razor for damn near 10 years now. I started with a cheap double-edged safety, and that lasted about 9 months or thereabouts, but I just hated having to clean it all the time and change blades and buy blades and...whereas a straight razor, properly sharpened, stropped and cleaned, will last forever. It was just cheaper. And a good antique or vintage straight-razor, strop, brush and scuttle/bowl doesn't cost much.

Been using a old school safety razor with merkur blades for three years. Happy as can be. Pockets full of money since its way cheaper than bs cartridges.

Love the video, and great timing! I'm thinking of shaving again after about 5 years. I used to have a real problem with razor rash using cartridge razors. Maybe it was the number of blades. I probably thought more was better, now I know! Thanks for the vid!

For me, I've been using electric razors most of the time. I usually buy Phillips Norelco. I have tried a Gillette Fusion razor but it made my skin bumpier.

I’m 16 I used cartridge razors for about a year but I just switched over to the safety razor, wow it’s amazing

I generally use a safety razor to wet shave when I’m home. If I’m away for work however, depending on wether or not I’m in the field at that moment, I will either use a disposable or electric. I just ordered a shavette though for my own experimentation

Nice review, however I think you're unfair with electric razors. Clearly you have a very modest experience with them, you barely talk about it and you point out that they cost more than wet shaving. I used both systems for years, and I can tell spending 100 bucks at the beginning for something lasting a minimum of 2 years, is less expensive than buying razors every week. You can like it or not, but it is usually cheaper. Also, but this is personal, I had Braun, Philips, and no electric razor ever broke on me, only changed as I wanted to try something new: they're pretty solid things, not as bad as you say. But again, nice review overall.

I've always been attracted to straight razors

I am 77 and I have used all that you have mentioned, Straight razor was my first one, now a alternate depending on my mood or if I am in a hurry or not,

Safety razor all day! It’s the best shave I’ve ever had. I use an Edwin Jager Chatsworth and it’s heaven. I use shark blades or derby blades seem to work well for me I tried an expensive electric razor but it never gave a smooth shave & I always felt lazy using it.

Enjoying using my double edged safety razor. You’re right it was a learning curve coming from using a cartridge style razor before. I find though it gives a much better shave and the cost per use is significantly lower. I’d like to dabble in learning to use a straight razor but the cost from what I’ve researched seams very high for a quality straight blade. In the flip side if the spectrum I’ve also been using shaving soap and a badger hair brush which is lovely.

Im 15 and i shave with a straight razor because its exciting for me

I started shaving at 10 and from my first shave my grandpa (who was a barber) taught me to shave with straight razor. I still use the same one to this day

My father has been using his electric razor for years and it's still going strong.

Honestly electric razors don’t get enough credit

Cartridge Razor. It just beats everything else. The important things to remember are: 1: *DON'T* use shaving foam, shaving gel or shaving butter! Use hard shaving soap and a shaving brush instead. I also strongly recommend using *ANY* shaving soap as a "stick", even bowl soaps. Wrap them up in some foil, leaving one side free, and use them as a stick, on a wet face, then take the brush to your face and work up a lather. Using genuine shaving soap has three big advantages: First, it dramatically reduces shaving costs, because your blade cartridge will last for months before needing to be replaced. Secondly, it's easy to keep your razor clean. Rinsing it under the faucet will rinse it, unlike foam, gel, butter or not using anything at all, which all will cause your razor to clog up with gunk. Thirdly, it will keep your skin fresh and healthy, no rash, no pimples, nothing. The soft variety of shaving soap, "shaving cream" in tubes, which is used in the same way with water and brush, is actually almost just as good. 2: Don't use Gillette. Oh, their razors are top of the world, but it's a SJW-fascist company that stands firmly on the side of toxic third-wave feminists and those who want to curtail your freedoms and censor your speech, movies, literature, science and education. IMO, Edgewell/Schick/Wilkinson Sword are just as good as Gillette, and others are "good enough", including Dollar Shave Club, though I abhor subscription sales schemes. If you're using brush and shaving soap with a subscription "service", you're soon going to be knee deep in cartridges you have no use for. Second choice would be Safety Razor. I'm old enough to have used one in my early life. I still remember the difficulty in stopping the blood flow, every time I cut myself. It always took some time, which could be awkward if you were in a hurry going somewhere. So they take developing some handling skills, but shave well. Third choice would be Disposable. I think they're horrible though, They feel like they're damaging my skin and are almost as prone to cuts as safety razors. They're also expensive, since they only lasts a couple of shaves. Fourth choice, for a daily shave, would be investing into learning to use a Straight Razor, because I would never submit myself to using an electric razor for daily use. Fifth and last, desperate choice, would be electric razor. Unhygienic nuking of your face the dry and expensive way. Hate it.

I use a combination of razors. I use a foil electric shaver for day-to-day use. Just a quick wake up, shave, and go to work. When I want to really clean up, I use a safety razor for my cheeks and under my neck, then I use a straight razor for detailing on the sideburns and goatee.

My advice on shaving cream is to make your own. I mix cocoa butter, shea butter, coconut oil, avocado oil and a natural liquid soap. Melt and mix together in a pan on low heat, blend with electric whisk and leave to cool.

From a lady: I think DE safety razor is a great compromise if you want something that produces little waste and does not need expensive replacement parts but does not need special care, plus, from a female point of view: The legs are easy to reach with something that has a handle, unlike a straight razor, which has a handle only in name but is held at the folding point. Electric razors don't do the job for me, at least not the lower-priced once, plus, some of them get dull quickly if you have hard hair. Disposables are ugly and shave badly. Cartridge razors shave much better, but I hate the cost of the replacement cartridges and the environmental impact. Also, some models marketed toward women look tacky. I ruled out the straight razor for me even though I love it when a man uses one.

I prefer dragon glass

I own two straight razors, three shavettes, five safety razors, and two electric razors. My preference is for the straight razor. What improves the electric razor experience for me (I haven’t used one in at least two years) is Lectric Shave which is a pre-shave designed sort electric razors, and it works very well. My least favorite is the cartridge razor, because I feel it is a waste of money, and is the one that causes ingrown hairs the most.

I've used a mix of all these except for the straight razor.I just bought a safety razor and Im satisfied with the results.More blades have just not worked for me.Those types of blades always irritate my skin, they're a pain to clean, and they don't last very long.With a safty razor it just uses one double sided blade that gets me great results.I really don't feel more blades are necessary.They are easier to clean and even though some safty razors can be expensive the blades are not.Even the cheapest blades are still cut well.They can also last you a good few months if you take care of them.

I use the random alien space lasers I find on the dark side of the moon.

No need for a razor, I just sharpen my nails and voila!

The sponsor fits so well in the video