The MACH3 advanced Indicator lubricating strip has a blue stripe that fades away when you are no longer getting the optimal MACH3 shaving experience. After crowning Gillette’s Venus Extra Smooth Swirl the best women’s razor (and its Mach3 Turbo the best men’s disposable razor), we reached out to the company’s experts to learn more about the design differences that go beyond the colors these razors come in. In a pinch, these disposables work fine, but you have to take your time and use plenty of soap or shaving cream to avoid missing hair or causing uncomfortable friction on the skin. An instant upgrade to you shaving routine, this timeless razor will add a level of luxury and precision to give you the best shave you can find. The Mach3 razor blades benefits from the 3 Blade system… specially positioned to extend gradually closer to your beard, to shave you progressively closer in a single stroke.

As with the body of any Venus razor, the Original’s body is compatible with any other Venus head and with many heads from Gillette’s facial razors, making it exceptionally versatile.Personalized advertising may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of information under California and other state privacy laws, and you may have a right to opt out. Most often, you may opt for anywhere from two- to five-blade razors, all of which can provide a clean shave. The first shave from this razor cut comfortably close to the skin and left our legs smooth for days, but in our experience, the blades didn’t stay sharp enough for long enough. That said, if you prefer a smaller head for more precision work, such as along a bikini line, you may enjoy this, as it’s easier to get into curved areas.

Despite the significant ribbing, the Original doesn’t feel too bulky (a complaint some testers had with the wider, cherubic handle of the budget Dorco Shai). Whether it’s finding great products or discovering helpful advice, we’ll help you get it right (the first time). Like others on this list, the Schick Hydro Silk Sensitive Skin razor slid across my legs, removing all hair in its path in a pass or two. While the metal handle feels nicely weighted, coupled with the plastic head this razor is unbalanced and awkward to use.Though the actual blades appear to be the same size as the ones on other razors on this list, the surface area of the head made me feel like I had less control while shaving. If you replace your blades at least every month, the Billie is the least expensive of our picks to use over time.