Disposable Razors Vs Safety Razors: Which Should We Use? – times of India

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of disposable plastic razors? It’s as simple as they seem to make life so much easier – buy, use twice and throw away the rule? However, did you know that billions of razors end up in landfills year after year? Now you’re probably thinking “What’s the big deal? Plastic can be recycled!” Wrong! Sharp objects like razors are made of many composite materials which make them impossible to recycle and as we all know, plastic is not biodegradable. So imagine the amount of non-biodegradable waste being produced when each plastic disposable razor is only useful for anything from 3 to 7 shaves before being thrown in the trash.

Now, removing body hair is a personal choice – while some people prefer to let their body hair grow out and accept it, others prefer to get rid of it. Undoubtedly, shaving is the most convenient, pocket-friendly, quick and most painless solution to body hair removal, which is why razors are such a popular product around the world. However, isn’t there a better solution? How do we stick to shaving while completely removing plastic? Reusable safety razors are the answer!

What is a Safety Razor?

The body of a safety razor, also called a double-edged razor, is built to last. Unlike disposable razors that become useless once the blade becomes blunt, the only part of a safety razor that needs to be replaced is the blade. These ergonomically designed razors can be used from both sides and hence, provide the smoothest shave possible. They ensure a closer shave than disposable razors and once you get the hang of these razors, you will never go back to the disposable counterparts.

Benefits of using a safety razor:

close shave

The safety razor allows you to replace the blade when needed without thinking twice. You will never settle for using a blunt blade over and over again!

Pocket friendly and cost effective

It should come as no surprise that this superior tool saves you a lot of money in the long run because the only recurring investment made with a safety razor is the blade. Built to last, this device is a one-time investment and it can

you for a lifetime!

Environmentally friendly

This is a no brainer. Safety razors avoid any use of plastic in their design, making them so eco-friendly and giving you the best guilt-free shaving experience!

reduce the chances of a cut

In most situations, the cut is the result of a blunt blade. With every shave, your blade becomes blunt. Not to mention, dead skin can get trapped between the many tiny blades of a disposable razor. This creates friction and does not make the razor glide smoothly over the skin, which can eventually lead to cuts. Safety razors completely eliminate the problem of dead skin because only one blade is used in them. And when that blunt turns out to be super easy to replace the safety razor blade!

Replacement blades readily available

The blades used in safety razors are usually of a standard size, which makes these blades easily available at any nearby store. So even if you have run out of blade refills, it’s super easy to buy them!

With inputs from Anika Parashar, Founder and CEO of The Women’s Company.