We recommend replacing your safety razor blade every 5–7 shaves for best results. This helps prevent tugging, irritation, or uneven shaving — especially if you have coarse or thick hair. If you notice it’s not gliding as smoothly, it’s probably time to swap it out.

Hold the razor at a 30-degree angle to your skin and use short, gentle strokes — no pressure needed. Let the weight of the razor do the work. There’s no need to press like you would with a plastic cartridge razor. Go slowly, especially at first, and always shave on damp, softened skin with a good shaving oil or gel.

If the razor isn’t taking the hair off cleanly, there are a few things to check. First, make sure your blade isn’t dull — even if it looks fine, it might need replacing. Also, remember that a safety razor has two sides — try flipping it over and using the other edge mid-shave. Lastly, double check your angle and grip. If you’re holding the razor too flat or too steep, it won’t catch the hairs properly. It can take a couple of tries to get used to, but once you get it right, the results are amazing.

Yes — and a lot of our customers are using a safety razor for the very first time. It might feel a little different at first, but it’s easy to learn and way gentler on your skin in the long run. Just go slow, take your time, and focus on short strokes. Most people find they actually enjoy the ritual of shaving once they get used to it.

Absolutely. In fact, many customers switch to our razor specifically because they’ve struggled with irritation in those areas. Just make sure to take it slow, use a sharp blade, and keep the skin as flat and taut as possible while shaving. The results are super smooth and way less irritating than multi-blade disposables.