Sharpening your safety razor blades?

After a while, it's an action we end up doing almost without realizing it. However, after a few shaves, on average every two weeks, many of us find ourselves having to change the blades of our safety razors. Little by little, this action, in addition to representing a rather substantial budget, causes the accumulation of a lot of waste. In its ecological and environmentally friendly approach, Caliquo brings you the solution to this problem by explaining how to sharpen your safety razor blades.

Sharpening your safety razor blades: the equipment

To sharpen your safety razor blades, you need simple equipment that you probably already have: a safety razor, an old pair of jeans and a flat, solid surface. Sharpening a blade is a plus for the life of the razor.

Sharpening your safety razor blades: preparation

Start by laying the jeans flat on a solid, flat surface (e.g., a table) and then hold the safety razor firmly in your strong hand.

Sharpening your safety razor blades: the action

Rub the safety razor against the jeans, moving from the top of the legs to the bottom. Repeat this action ten to twenty times, then do the same, this time moving from the bottom of the legs to the top to sharpen the blades. However, be sure to use the right speed and pressure. This exercise is not a demonstration of strength. If you use too much force or too abruptly, you risk damaging or even breaking your safety razor blades, not sharpening them.

And there you have it! Your blades are as good as new. With these tips for sharpening a blade, you'll be able to use your blades for more shaves, helping both your wallet and the environment. Finally, remember to dry your blades after each shave to prevent any form of corrosion, for a long-lasting and comfortable shave.

It is also possible to sharpen the blades using a razor blade sharpener but the razor blade sharpener will be more expensive than the jeans method

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