Shaving

My husband's shadow is thick and grows fast. If he used a blade every day he would burn through them faster than our pocket book would allow. However, we both prefer the shave a blade gives. How do we compensate while saving money at the same time? He has an electric for daily use, and a blade for Sundays and special occasions.

Ditch the Chick Blade

Use the man of your life's old blade. Guy razorblades are much sharper than chick ones. When his razor is no longer sharp enough for his use its perfect for yours.

Prolonging the Life of Your Blade

*Dip the blade in rubbing alcohol after each shave. Rubbing alcohol dries fast, doesn't leave residue, and will not rust the blade. (Also useful when cleaning washable electric razors.)

*Clean the blade by brushing it against your jeans. Rub the opposite direction you would shave so as not to cut your jeans. (This does not sharpen the blade, but it will feel sharper because it is clean.)

TIP-Use soap or conditioner instead of shaving cream. Conditioner will leave your skin feeling soft. All natural aloe vera can work as a substitute as well. However, my husband found that aloe clogged the blade faster and worked better as an after shave.