I’m a Male who doesn’t have a thick beard or much facial hair. At best, I get a small stubble on my cheeks, where my moustache can grow a bit more. I can easily shave my cheeks without any cream or prep, moustache I’d generally have to soften up the hairs for a good shave.

Generally, I use the razor for a few “shaves” which can last a few weeks. Since there isn’t much hair, it doesn’t dull as easily. I’ll change it out after I feel its getting slightly dull or when I realize that it’s been a while since I last changed it.

Curious as to what others do or if there are things I’m potentially overlooking (e.g. hygienic reasons to change more frequently).

Also - I recently switched to a single blade, straight razor.

  • WestwardWind
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    1 year ago

    Same blades, same-ish shaving frequency, but I change my blades after every second shave. Past that I can feel the blades starting to pull, especially on my neck. Still cheap as shit compared to cartridges for a much better experience.

    • TheInsane42@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I like a little pull, as on the 1st go on each edge I can manage to cut myself without noticing it. (until I start leaking blood ;) ) Usually it’s the 3rd or 4th go that’s the nasty one after which it gets replaced. However, I usually replace them the moment the filter of the drinking fountain for the cats gets replaced, which is every other week. (that way I’m not to late, until I forget the filter as well ;) )