Gillette

I've never been one to spend money on razors. I figure a razor is a razor, plus it's not like a fun purchase. I didn't think they'd make much difference investing in one blade over another.

I went to ulta to stock up on the basic Gillette cartridges. Just the cheapest ones they have -- what I usually get.

In my box was 3 of the classic Gillette razors and one cartridge of Gillette Venus swirl. So I don't know if this was a padkaging error (likely) or a stroke of marketing genius.

Yesterday when I went to refill my razor I happened to reach for the Venus cartridge so I used that in the shower and HOLY CRAP.

A. I cannot ever shave without cutting myself. One of the many reasons I can't stand shaving to begin with. The padded design made it so easy to glide over my legs and whatnot. I didn't get cut at all. Nor did it even irritate my skin. No bumps either

B. I'm soooooo smooth. Like honestly as a brunette w a fair amount of course leg hair that has been shaving since age 11, I barely ever get a completely smooth shave. The shave where my legs are butt soft.... this gave that. I keep periodically touching my legs in disbelief. They're so so smooth.

This razor is bomb. I'll definitely be investing from now on even though these refills are like$10 freaking dollars more than the regular ones, I see now why they're worth it.

I love this shave gel! It seems to be more creamy and thick than the other Satin Care shave gels. I haven't had any razor burn or irritation while using this. It's fragrance free which is nice if you're very sensitive to fragrance.

I am not a fan of disposable razors - the blades are never sharp/even enough and they go dull after 1 or 2 uses. Daisy has been around for.eh.vehr. and in a pinch, they are fine but Gilette (Venus) and some BIC (not Bic Soleil) are better, even still I hate disposables. Gimme me a handle and good blades any day. Or wax!

In the mean time, be careful, watch your knees and ankles and shave away...

Happy shaving!

I hate that I love this razor since the cartridges are stupid expensive, but I can't seem to bring myself to use anything else. I love that it has five blades, it makes for a super quick, close, and smooth shave. There are several versions of the Fusion razor but I choose to stick with the original because it's the cheapest and works just as well as the other varieties. I've definitely spoiled myself since I switched to this razor many years ago, as the quality really is great.

Maybe it's just me but I've noticed that every time I was using Satin Care shaving gel in Lavender Kiss I had my hair come out more stiff and black than usual, also they grew faster too. Tried several times and got the same feeling each time so it went directly to the trash. Pass.