3 Reasons to switch to a safety razor
Now that summer is quickly approaching it’s time to think about showing those legs again. On my journey to eliminating plastic, a safety razor was top on my list. I grew up using a safety razor, so I am familiar with them. Here are 3 reason that makes a safety razor a viable option for me.
- Environmentally Safe
- Saves Money
- Eliminate Skin Irritation
Environmentally Safe
My primary reasons for switching to a safety razor is to eliminate plastic. Disposable razors may be convenient, but the plastic is bad for the environment. A safety razor is stainless steel with a stainless steel blade. Environmentally, a safety razor is buy once and last a lifetime. The cost for a replacement blade is minimum, about 9 cents and they are also safe for the environment.
Saves Money
These days you can get disposable razors at the dollar store. Cost may not be a factor unless you have a house full of women, which was me growing up with two sisters and my mom.
If you use a razor with a replacement blade, it can get expensive. Eliminating this cost is where you will see a real savings. Depending on your usage, you can expect to save as much as $200 per year.
Like all products, a safety razor price can range from $10 to $50. I purchased Van Der Hagen Safety Razor
A safety razor is great for sensitive skin. Safety razors make cleaner cuts and are less likely to cause ingrown hair. Shaving with a safety razor means only a single blade comes in contact with the skin, compared to 3 or 4 with a disposable. A single blade decreases the chance of skin irritation.
I have also found that hair removal creams can be the cause of skin irritation, which I also avoid using. If it is strong enough to remove hair, can it really be healthy for your skin? Just saying!
Why the switch?
Switching to a safety razor is environmentally safe, saves money and helps eliminate skin irritation. The safety razor is an inexpensive solution for a greener and healthier world for the next generation, so why not give it a try. Don’t forget to order your razor today. Van Der Hagen Safety Razor
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Thanks
Roxanne Wilkening MS Ed.