Gillette Labs Exfoliating, Harry's, Schick, ...Best Razor Challenge?
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- čas přidán 8. 05. 2022
- Ever wonder what the best shaving razor is? Have you ever wanted to compare razors head-to-head?
In this video, that's exactly what we're going to do! We'll take several of the most popular razors on the market and put them in a competition to see who's best. In this video, find out how we organized the challenge? Which razors competed? And who was our winner?!?
Came here for the razor analytics... stayed for the epic math shirt.
🤣 Ah I forgot I wore that shirt for a sec in this video. Yea, that shirt is great! It’s def one of my best.
As always, big thanks for dropping in! You’re seeing the evolution of a razor obsession 😂😃
I'm new to the channel and I want to give you props for the filming style, editing, and time/money put into this video. You got yourself a new subscriber.
Thank you you so much for this comment! And for watching and subbing! I try really hard to make helpful and entertaining videos, and have fun.
Loved the editing and way you presented this video. To see your subscriber count had me super shocked! Loved that you were able to add your personality to the video as well, great work!
Thanks a bunch for your comment and for checking out the video! Much appreciated. I hope it was helpful or at least insightful.
And truly this comment made my day! I try to make the best videos I can, so it means a lot when it’s appreciated!!
This style of determining the best razor you used is very effective and helpful. Thank You!
Thanks for this comment and for checking out the video. I def tried to keep it simple and easy to execute.
This is the best razor review video I've seen in long time.
Thank you so much for watching and for the comment. Hope it was helpful!
Great video. I've used Dollar Shave Club's The Executive blade for probably 10 years. Their marketing originally got me, because their commercial was hilarious. I figured it was time to test some new stuff as their prices have increased (along with the rest of the world). You helped me get a good start.
I hate that Dollar Shave Club was not a part of this competition🤦🏽♂️. I’m definitely going to try them out soon. However there were still some great options that we tested.
Big thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
Another excellent video Larry, of course for me the DE blade in an adjustable razor beats all of these razors hands down!
Helpful… thank you. And your story telling with this review was great. 👏👏👏
Big thanks for checking out the video and for your comment! This comment made my day.
I had a lot of fun making this video and def hope it’s helpful.
Thank you! Interesting video! I think you did a great job making the competition fair with usable results!
Thank you for checking out the video and for your comment! Much appreciated.
I tried to keep it simple to execute and usable for the average guy. I def won’t win any scientific awards 🤣
Stumbled upon this video when looking for a razor, because I’m just used to using electric trimmers recently and wanted a razor now. I’m being that Schick Titanium as well as subscribing to you my man. This was put together well (:
Big thanks for watching and thanks for this comment! I do think the Schick Quattro Titanium gives a good shave, especially for the price. Let me know what you think when you try it?
My favorite shave and best shave is Gillette skin guard. I have recently swited to Schick Hydro 5 sensitive skin and found that it's very close to Gillette. My reason for stepping away from Gillette is due to replacement blade cost... getting insane! The worst razor I have ever tried was Harry's, It made me remember what razor burn felt like again.
Big thanks for sharing. I worked with the Hydro 5 for a month recently and I didn’t love it compared to similar Gillette offerings. I also didn’t love Harry’s but the blades performed okay. I’m checking out the Skin Guard now and should have some opinions coming soon.
Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing!
I did use Harry's. I got razor burn and bunch of irritation. The cost was way to expensive for the cartridges. I got a straight razor. no more buying blades no burn or irritation. I have never looked back.
I really like your desk set up. That wood desk works perfectly.
Yo big thanks! It’s an inexpensive Amazon desk for like $150. It’s been great for the price and hopefully it looks okay on camera too. Thanks for checking out the video and commenting.
That’s the kind of thoughtful, thorough and useful information I’m here for. I’ll be following your channel. I wondered if you also considered supplying the same shaving cream as a control as well.
That’s a great idea. I didn’t think of it but now that you mention it 🤔shaving cream could make a significant difference in the experience.
Big thanks for this comment! Hope the video was helpful hearing the different perspectives
@@fitnessnbeer9835 It was very helpful and I’m going to try the number one pick. I’ve tried at least three of them but I’m not sure if the #1 pick is one I’ve tried before. Fingers crossed. Please keep sharing content like this.
A good Safety razor is all you need and that’s for most skin types. I use Merkur 34c, Astra SP blades, (100 pack for $12) with a good splash. I’ve never used any multi blade cartridge my dad always told me don’t even think about it. Lol. I enjoy building the lather playing frank sinatra and having a peaceful shaving experience lol
Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your thoughts!👍🏾
I appreciate a good safety razor too but I don’t necessarily think it’s for everyone. I think a cartridge razor is easier for most but there’s is something special about using a safety razor for those that appreciate the process. Currently I’m testing out a Merkur 34c.
Great work, thank you. Harry’s currently but looking to try others.
Thanks a bunch for your comment and for checking out the video! I definitely think it’s worth it to experiment a little. Generally a new handle isn’t a huge investment but the purchasing of cartridges over time can be.
I just started to use Harry's razor for my head, neck and face a week ago and so far I am pleased see where I stand in the next 21 days.
Thanks for checking out the video. Harry’s was not my favorite but what I learned is that razor preference can be pretty variable. Glad you found a razor that works well for you at a fair price! (I think Harry’s razors are very fairly priced). Follow up and let me know how you feel in a month?
@@fitnessnbeer9835 Thanks and I will follow up with an update.
What a quality video. Thanks for this!
Thanks a bunch! Really appreciate you watching and leaving a comment. Hope it was insightful.
Great video, I just ordered the Quattro to test it out. I am tired of people who say this DE is THE one , or you don't need more than one blade, we're all different and while DE might work for some it's not perfect , cuts , irritation and so on is really not uncommon no matter what blade one uses. For me the best is the Fusion when , for some reason , I use the Costco bought cartridges, I tried Walmart one sand they were not the same.
Agreed 100% everyone is different. And DE Safety razors are not the answer for everyone.
Glad that you found a razor that work well for you! A bad shave is no fun.
Thank for checking out the video and sharing your experience!
EXCELLENT video, Larry, thank you!
Thanks so much for this comment! I do hope it was helpful.
Great review and very well presented!!!
Thanks for checking it out! I hope it was helpful!
Came for the guide, stayed for the entertainment. What a GREAT video.
Yo thanks so much for this comment! Much appreciated.
I def tried to make it helpful and entertaining.
I bought Harry’s a few years ago back when it was strictly mail order, and found that’s all it does is pull on my hair.
So I replaced the blade and still the same results, super uncomfortable. So I switched to the Gillette 3 turbo and that thing is amazing in comparison.
Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experience. Harry’s was pretty low on my list and I also tend to like Gillette’s offerings better. For me, I didn’t like the flex and felt it was awkward, but I thought the blades performed okay. I didn’t experience a lot of pull, but tugging is definitely a dealbreaker.
I tried a Harry's last year and it also pulled my hair, I found it difficult to trim under my nose well.
@@markitzero7408 absolute dealbreaker. Many cartridges pull but I definitely think there’s an option out there that will give you minimal to no pull. However you mite have to “kiss a few frogs first.” Def hop you find an option that has no pulling!
I've used all of them, thank you for this video. I'm stuck between Gillette and Schick razors.
Agreed, it’s a tough decision. I like the Gillette Labs best for comfort but don’t think it’s enough better to spend the extra dollars. I also think Schick makes a decent razor.
Thanks for checking out the video!
You used them for head shaving.
@@julioserrano3672 Yes I did. I felt the Gillette labs and the Schick Quattro performed best for me.
I think all of them have their merits and flaws. They all can give you a good shave but are pricey per cartridge even the Bic that is the lowest cost. The way to go in my opinion...double edge blades!! A decent safety razor with those blades are FAR CHEAPER than any cartridge razor and are environmentally friendly. You can 100% recycle a DE blade!! You can purchase a 100 count of DE blades for under $10!! You can easily get 3-5 or more shaves per blade pending on your beard and how often you shave. You can easily shave for a year off that 100 pack!! Try it, you won't go back! Once you learn the proper technique of a safety razor, you will be hooked for life! Thanks for the video!!
Safety razor is my next try. I gotta admit I’m a little nervous because I’ve never used one. I have a video about Harry’s then safety razor is next . Waiting for it to be delivered.
I learned a lot from this challenge! The biggest thing I leaned is that razor preference varies. Also the the difference between these razors is small but we value those small differences and will pay for what we like. It’s kinda like a little goes a long way!
Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 Don't worry about trying a safety razor. Once you learn the simple technique, you'll grow to love it!! Plus, there is SO MUCH available out there!! Make sure you use a shave soap and brush. It will matter! If you need any assistance, let me know! I have been doing this a long time. Jim
@@JimG7755 Hey Jim. What is the simple technique? And how is it different than a cartridge? Thanks a bunch!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 With a safety razor, you place next to no pressure when stroking. You let the razor do the work. Obviously, there is not pivot. You use approximately a 30°angle or to what is comfortable to your face. The best way to do that is hold safety razor cap parallel to face and tilt downwards until you feel the edge of the blade. A single edge cuts so much smoother without tug and pull that multi blade cartridges do. The whole idea is gradual beard reduction, not taking everything off all at once and causing irritation. That's why traditional wet shavers do 2-3 passes. It's a much better way to shave in my opinion and far less costly unless you fall into the rabbit hole like me and discover all the wonderful products out there!! Watch videos of Paul H., Kensurfs, Kevy Shaves, etc. Trust me, you'll love this way of shaving if you just stick to it!
@@JimG7755 Totally agree with you 100%. I went down the rabbit hole about a year ago and I'll never go back to cartridge razors. Far superior shave with DE/safety razors. I use to hate shaving, now I love it. So many razors, blades, soaps, balms, aftershaves, etc.
Great channel - just what I was looking for :)
This comment is much appreciated. Hope you find it fun and helpful!
Love the review. Thanks! (Went with Gillette Labs) I tried the dollar shave club and did not enjoy it compared to previous Gillette Fusion.
Thanks for checking it out, hope it was helpful! What do you think of the Gillette labs?
I gotta try Dollar Shave Club, but my next try is a safety razor. I’m excited to see how this goes.
@@fitnessnbeer9835 bro I’m 13 and gonna shave for the first time with the Gillette labs any tips ?
@@easharbanwait6052 I think the Gillette labs is one of the fastest easiest shaves around and a good place to start.
1 tip I have is start out shaving with the grain for your first couple of shaves and see how your face reacts. The shave will still be plenty close enough. If you don’t encounter any irritation then you may want to try shaving against the grain for an even closer shave. Many (especially blk men) never shave against the grain. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 thank you 🙏
Dorco makes great razors . They really should be matched up against all others . I've only ever used the 6 and 7 blade razors and they are great. My favorite is the Gillette Rollerball Power razor. You get a better shave with a brush. They get the shave cream a little deeper into the skin and you get a closer have. Doing this you can't feel any whiskers till the middle of the night.
I’ve never tried the Power razors. How does the power contribute to the shave? Also, I’m going to have to look into Dorco, a couple of people have mentioned it now. I have so many razors to try, lol.
I’ll have to try using a brush again. I’ve just gotten used to not using one because I find it easier to apply the shaving cream more precisely with my hand, lol. But def gonna try the brush again. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 I don't know how the power makes it better. Gillette very well may. I do get a better shave with the same razor when it is on. I've done both enough to say that is the case. A couple months ago I got a Semogue 1305 brush , I really like: bristles don't really come out of it. A had almost always used Van Der Hagen brushes. They are great , but bristles come out a lot. I dislike badger - to be honest, very much. I like a stiff brush , which boar are . Dorco made Dollar Shave Club razors. They are extremely good. Can only be had , that I've found , on Amazon. I have the Dorco Pace 6, but it takes 7 blade razor blades. I've gotten a number of 5 blade replacements that are subpar. I think they are counterfeit. I've read 70 percent of blades on the internet are counterfeit. Had that problem with Fusion blades. They were very inferior. Very certain they were not the real deal, now I only be their replacement at stores. There are a number of great shave soaps on the internet: Tabac Mitchell's, Cella , Cade from L O"ccitone . Van Der Hagen Scented Luxury Shave soap is great , sold in stores; Giant in my area. If you have any soap that isn't very good drop glycerin on top and use after it has soaked in. It is cheap and at Walmart. All that I'm saying wants me to lather up and I don't even been a shave and it is 1: 41 in the morning !!
Awesome video! I was surprised by the schik. I wonder how a dollar shave club, and Jeremy’s razor would have done.
I do too! I really hate that I didn’t have Dollar Shave Club. Jeremy’s not as much because it has a smaller following and no store presence. However I do want to try Jeremy’s. Hoping to review them soon.
And the result is crazy cuz the Schick Quattro is an inexpensive outdated razor. Big thanks for watching and commenting.
I have to agree with the other commenters that this is a better review about something you use on your body than most reviews about things you put into your body! I know Im almost 2 years late to the party, but today's prices are much different. I would find it hard to believe that any of these razers wouldn't (new) give a great shave. I agree with, I dont want the most expensive (to pricey) & dont want the cheapest (nicks & cuts) so I went (this time) with the Gillette ProGlide Men's Razor. I dont order razors online only in store and 90% of the time @ Walmart and paid $18.33 razor and 2 cartridges out the door for it, and the (4pack) refills come to $5.09 per cartridge and there are 3 different cartridges to choose from.
Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experiences! Also thanks for this comment, I tried to keep it simple and make it helpful.
Razor prices are outta control and have been for a while in my opinion. Especially Gillette. The Gillette Labs is my fave but at $6 per cartridge I think it’s too expensive.
@@fitnessnbeer9835 I looked at the Labs, but I already have an exfoliating sponge in the shower so I dont need it in a razor (not that I truly believe it makes a difference) and not only are you right about the dam near $6 cartridge refills, but the base razor only comes with 1 refill.
I'm not a frequent shaver I usually shave once or twice a week so most of the time I will use a 3 blade razor like Gillette Mach 3 or extreme 3 from shick. It all comes down to personal preference that's obvious
Yes, agreed. I think razor preference is highly subjective but I also think there's some consistency when deciding what's good or bad. For the challenge we ended up using mostly 5 blade razors because that is most heavily marketed. But I think that more blades isn't always better and 3 blades provides a nice middle ground. Thanks for checking out the vid!
Really enjoyed this video i like trying out new razors
I really enjoy trying new razors too and I really wanted a fair way to compare their quality. Thank you so much for watching, I hope it was helpful.
I had a blast making this video and I also appreciate my friends and neighbors for helping!
I truly like shaving the old fashion way with a safety razor and the brush and the regular old fashion razor blade that is the most economical way to shave, and the smoothest shave you’ll ever get in my humble opinion.
Thanks for sharing. I appreciate a DE safety razor too but not all the time. Often when I’m in a hurry I prefer a cartridge however I like a Safety razor when I take my time to appreciate shaving.
This concept was dope i was kinda buggin you didn't include a Schick Hydro 5, my go-to razor. I've tried most of these. Harry's both pre & post improved blades, I really gave that company a chance but overall it just wasn't the razor for me. As for the rest i've tried all the Gillette razors aside from the new one with the exfoliating strip, the razor looks good but the exfoliating strip seems like it gets in the way. I'd still try it. Regardless of price i haven't found a better cartridge razor than the Hydro 5. But if the Gillette was significantly better i'd probably switch. I have thicker hair so i need a good pre-shave & all that but the blades need to be on point to get a good shave. Regardless i liked the video & appreciate the content.
You’re 100% right, I should have used the Hydro. It was weird when I was running the searches I had to specifically search for Schick and I found the Quattro first, but still I should have used one of the flagship models. I actually have the hydro in my queue of razors to review and I’m excited about trying it.
Thanks a bunch for checking out the video and taking time to comment!
I used to really love the original 5 blade DSC razors before they were bought out as a company and got to store shelves at local stores. You can still order them from their website if you ask. But no other razor that I’ve tried could beat the weight of the blade.
I just tried a Harrys 5 blade and immediately hated it. I’ll have to try one of these other brands.
Thanks for sharing! I haven’t gotten to Dollar Shave Club yet but I’m definitely interested to try.
So their blades changed once they got to shelves? That stink. Hope you find and option that you like as much. Thanks again for watching and commenting!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 Yea, basically they got purchased by a company and they hit store shelves everywhere. Quality drastically declined but some products they have are still top tier. I highly recommend their older model razors but they can only be purchased online. But for sake of time im looking for something over the counter.
Gillette Proglide and its variations are the smoothest, sharpest cart blades. The key thing is to use a sensitive skin shave gel and no heavy pressure.
@@misterlexx2721 I can’t usually get behind blades that have the ball and hinge mechanism I find them to be clunky.
I will say that while Dollar Shave club has declined in quality over the years their shave butter remains top tier. I don’t use cream as you can’t see what you may be missing. Butter is excellent and at nearly any store now.
@@478Johnnyboy I have the styler handle that comes with trimmer if you have bulk to remove first, then finish off with cartridge. The Proglide styler is on Amazon.
2 mins in and I like the scoring and methodology used for this analysis.
Big thanks for this comment and for checking out the video! I tried to keep it simple for everyone to do including myself 😂
It was well done and the different use cases made it worth while. I do agree with you that it would have been nice to have a wider variety of shavers but you can always do an updated version down the road.
Fusion is still king imo. Great marketing on the new exfoliating. It's not that the new one is bad but I just prefer the Fusion lineup better.
The biggest things I learned from this challenge is that razor preference is subjective and is not necessarily tied to price. And secondly, marketing really influences our decisions.
I think once we get past marketing, many men would draw the same conclusion as you…That the “next new thing” is not necessarily better!!Fusion is a quality razor I don’t really see a need to spend more than that!
amazing video, appreciate the effort
Thank you for taking the time to check out the video and leave a comment. Much appreciated. Hope the video was thoughtful!
Have tried all of these over the last couple of years and always go back to Gillette...get them on sale and stock up...also let razor stand upright to dry is the best way...I keep mine in a upright tootbrush holder
I think Gillette makes some of the best razors out there but I also think they’re generally pricey and not every model is better than the next. Also some of the competitors make decent products too.
Usually I use a Steelbee to store my razor. It’s supposed to help the razor last longer for similar reasons (I don’t know about that 🤷🏾♂️) but I do enjoy using it. Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experience.
Fantastic Video man really appreciate it. Ive been wondering this myself after going through amazon for weeks trying to decide which is the better razor. And i think your conclusion is probably right. Most of it is probably marketing.
Big thanks for your comment and for checking out the video! I believe there is a difference in comfort between many razors but not all. And price doesn’t necessarily have a direct 1 for 1 correlation with comfort.
Yeah thats a really good point. Its so hard to differentiate sometimes because marketing can be so convincing and then at the end of the day your left with a razor you dont like and then left wondering where you went wrong lol "on to the next one" in the end though if you can get past the price most of the razors will probably give you a good shave. Lets be honest though gillete charging you 40 dollars for a 12 pack of razors when it costs them probably 10 cents to make the blades lol.@@fitnessnbeer9835
I moved from Gillette to Harry’s based on cost. I just ordered the Schick Q Titanium. Thanks for the video.
Big thanks for checking out the video, I do hope it was helpful! Yes all of the guys liked the Schick Quattro Titanium and I found it to be pretty good especially for the price. It’s ironic that the Schick Quattro did so well since it’s an older outdated model that’s harder to find in stores. However it’s easily found online and not very expensive.
Harry’s wasn’t my favorite but over time I’ve developed an appreciation for Harry’s razors and I think they’re good for the price too.
Razors comfort is important but my main question is how long will it last. How main shaves before I have to change the blade?
You’re right that’s super important! Unfortunately I couldn’t think of a way to test longevity in a compressed time frame with multiple guys. I do think the Gillette labs is a beast when it comes to longevity but it’s also expensive. That’s the only one that stood out to me. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Good and entertaining video! Keep up the good work
Thank you so much for checking out the video, and for this comment!
I'm trying out the Gillette labs after the fusion
I like the Gillette labs, better than the fusion but don’t know if it’s worth the price difference 🤷🏾♂️
Thanks for commenting and let me know what you think of the Gillette labs?
I really appreciate this video because dollar shave club discontinued the cartridges for the handle I had so I bought another one from them out of necessity and it's terrible. I'm complelty switching brands because they obviously just wanted more money. I'll try the shick quatro and edit on here if I like it.
I think the Schick Quattro works well for the price which is ironic because I’m not the biggest fan of Schick’s more current Hydro 5 blade. Yes would be great to hear what you think after trying the Quattro.
My favorite cartridge is the Gillette labs but I think the replacements are way to pricey. Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing!
Thank you gonna try out the #1
The Schick Quattro Titanium works great for the price. Big thanks for checking out the video. Hope it was helpful and entertaining!
No dollar shave club? Cremo? Schick sensitive and the one made for longer stubble both work amazingly. The Schick sensitive and Gillette skin guard are both amazing for guys with sensitive skin. They both have less blades for easy rinsing and also other tech to keep skin from being irritated
I go back and forth between the classic Gillette Mach 3 and the Dorco Pace 3. They shave very comparable to me.
I think the Mach3 gives a good shave and is a solid razor. It also seems Gillette has moved past it and puts most of its marketing dollars toward the newer stuff like Fusion and Gillette labs. But honestly I don’t think they’re much better than the Mach3. Never heard of Dorco but def gonna look it up.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
just did see the lab in store and do have fusion 5
so just had a look, do love the fusion 5,
but most usful to fine shave as it clogs upp fast
The labs is still my favorite cartridge razor so far. I think it’s the most comfortable and efficient. I also think it’s the most long lasting however I also think it’s waaay overpriced. Still I’ll think it’s worth $20 to try it out.
Big thanks for checking out the video and asking!
So as someone who has used pretty much all of those razors at one point in time, I’ve been using the Harry’s for a while due to the price, just recently switched to the Gillette labs razor, and I have to say I don’t know if I’ll ever use another razor again. I think all of these razors as far as closeness of the shave pretty much do the same exact job, so that has nothing to do with anything. It’s all about comfortability of the shave, and I got the Gillette lab razor for $20 from CVS, they have replacement cartridges on Amazon For a 4 pack for $22, which is only $12 more than the Harry’s, and it is a mind-boggling difference. I always felt like I was scraping my face with the Harry’s razors, but just kind of put up with it because of the price point, this Gillette labs, not only in my opinion is the best razor that Gillette
has ever produced, but also the most comfortable razor I’ve ever used as far as getting the same results as for closeness and not even feeling like you’re shaving your face. Zero pull, zero scraping. Also, the feel of the handle just feels like it’s so natural holding this razor. Hands-down, the best razor Gillette has ever produced and I don’t know if I’ll ever buy another razor brand, that’s how much I love the Gillette labs. Also the exfoliating bar is absolutely a gimmick, and I don’t know if it even really does anything, but to me Gillette should get away from that being the selling point, because that should not be the selling point, the selling point is the quality and feel of the blades and the handle which are superior to anything else out there.
Huge thanks for checking out the video and sharing your thoughts!
I hear ya and can understand where you’re coming from. For me the Gillette Labs is the most efficient and comfortable shave. I really like the razor I just don’t like the price. I think $6 per is too much. As much as I enjoy the razor I just don’t know if it’s worth it the cost.
Thank you I just bought my Gillette labs ima try it
I like the Gillette labs razor. But I also don’t think it’s worth the price. I do think it’s a good shave however.
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 yes that’s the only thumbs down for the Gillette labs good thing I find coupons for blades .Thank you
Maybe I try dollar shave club razor again but different varieties
I have been using the same razor for 20 years. This is good information. Us men we are a deprived market. So little information out there
Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experience. It’s a conversation worth having. We’re not all the same but we can still learn from each others experiences.
I shave with a DE Safety Razor. Best purchase I have ever made. Yes, it might be a little more expensive to buy the actual razor, but the blades are about $0.05 per blade. In the long run, its more cost effective.
I enjoy a good DE safety razor too. I really love my Merkur 34c. But I also don’t think safety razor is the best solution for everyone and cartridges do have their place. But I also think everyone should at least give a safer razor a try.
Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experience.
Great video thanks
Thanks for watching and commenting! I do think I learned something from making this video.
Can anyone tell me if the exfoliater stays after couple of shaves ?? If someone has notice the other razors no matter which company looses the grip of strip after 2 to 4 shaves, while it does not affect much as one can switch the blade in lab the strip is attached to handle and am not sure if its a good thing or not
Yes the exfoliating strip will last. In my opinion the exfoliating strip has little impact on the shave and doesn’t wear down quickly. Hope this helps.
Big thanks for checking out the video and asking!
I would like a recommendation of you honestly. Iwant to buy a cartridge razor for head shaving. Which one is really the best for you in the market right now . Godbless you always and your family.
Thanks for watching and asking! I like the Gillette Labs best and I think it’ll provide a great shave for most guys. But I also think razor preference is a bit subjective and there’s other good razors out there that are perhaps at a better price. Blessings to you and your fam also!!
My old favorites were Schick 3 blades which they don't make now, I am surprised the 4 blades made it. I have been using BJ's brand because of the price and quantity of the blades given. However, the quality is not the best. It is a 3-blade. They have been pushing Harry's a lot in Target and Walmart. Glad I did not try it. I might give the Schick 4 titanium blades a chance.
I don’t think Harry’s is a bad shave and they’re pretty fairly priced. It’s not my fave but I think it’s worth trying for $10. I thought the Schick Quattro Titanium was a pretty good shave. Let me know what you try.
Big thanks for checking out the video and commenting!
Don’t understand why Gillette stopped/discontinued the Mach3 Turbo one. It was such a great razor. Did they replaced that particular one with anything similar?
Oh wow I didn’t know they stopped the Mach 3 Turbo! Seems strange that was a flagship razor for Gillette. I would think they did it to push us toward newer more expensive products. I think the most comparable would be the Fusion but it’s not necessarily better.
Thanks a bunch for watching and commenting!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 I still use the Mach 3 and the Mach 3 Turbo for 10 years now. My fusion pro glide broke and went flimsy. I had another green one with the battery inside which also stopped working. I found the Mach 3 to be solid, practical, cheap to refill.. I will however get the labs for my father inlaw and await his feedback. I fancy a 5 blade now so many I’ll try too but I mostly use the Phillips one blade now since it’s like a days growth out of shaving.. anyway I like your channel lol don’t know why I said all the above. Good video bro and I’ve subbed
@@torquesporttv9078 the Mach 3 Turbo is solid and was revolutionary when it came out. I also think the 5 blade razors only offer a nominal amount of improvement over the Mach 3 that may not be worth the price increase. But the Gillette labs is a nice shave.
Much appreciated you checking out the video and subbing!
Great vid.ty
Thanks for your comment!
Hello, I know I’m 1 year late but what are your thoughts on the Gillette Labs Heated. I’m looking for a razor that I could use every other day without irritation on my skin.
Sorry for the delayed response. I like the Gillette Labs Heated razor but I don’t know if it’s worth the price. I think it’s more kinda fun than actually relieving any irritation. I would start with getting the Gillette Labs Razor with Exfoliating Bar which uses the same cartridge for $20 instead of the Heated for $150. See if you like it. Also worth giving both the Gillette Skinguard and DE safety razor a try. Everyone is different and you may find these help also.
Huge thanks for checking out the video and asking!
Great video! Finally someone did a neutral comparison.
I was really curious to see how it would play out. I think there is is some consistency to what’s considered a good and bad razor. But there’s also a lot of subjectivity too!
And I don’t think the value is necessarily tied to the price. Thanks a bunch for watching!
It's amazing how little cartridges cost in US... in Italy a cartridge for Gillette Fusion Proshield cost on average over 4 euro... ☹️
I don’t think the cartridges are cheap here but I agree 4 Euro is expensive!
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
The best shaving tools up to date in wet shaving world are Karve Overlander, Aylsworth Apex, Rockwell 6S, Yates Winning Razor V2 😉
This is proof my razor education can still grow. I’m learning that the razor wormhole goes deep. There’s a couple of brands I’m not familiar with so I’m definitely going to look into them. I’m always up for new shaving experiences.
Thanks for checking out the video and sharing!
Great video, I'll be picking up your top two picks. Consider putting an Amazon link in your description as an Amazon Affiliate. I would have clicked on it - you earned it.
Let me know what you think of the razors after you try? And thanks a bunch for the suggestion and compliment. It is probably time for me to add affiliate links. But truly I just hope the videos are fun and helpful!!
I used Bic once in my life and completely tore my face up. They should just stick with making pens. I think I'm gonna have to try out some of these other ones
The Bic Flex 5 didn’t fair too well in our competition. Personally I thought it was usable but definitely not the most comfortable. And agreed, maybe they should stick with pens🤣. I know everyone is different but I think you may have greater success with on of the other razors. Thanks a bunch for watching and commenting!
Good looking out big dawg,I'm in the market for the best razors
Big thanks for checking out the video! I learned there’s some consistencies and at the same time everyone likes something different. However there is a such thing as good quality.
Excellent explanation 👌
Thanks for checking g out the video and commenting! Much appreciated.
I started using an old school safety razor (Gillette Rocket) and get a much better shave than any cartridge razor for pennies per shave!
I respect that! I like a good safety razor shave too. I don’t necessarily think DE safety razors are for everyone, but if it works it’s a great affordable options.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
I still stick to the mach 3. Gives the best result I've found
I respect the Mach 3 and wanted to include it in the video. There’s was just too much Gillette and other options were higher in the search results. In many cases the Mach 3 is the better razor especially when considering value!
Thanks for commenting!
I shave virtually every day because of the constant itching I get. Plus, I’m bald and make me look and feel older when I tried to grow hAir and nothing grow on top of my head. I keep a goatee but keep it trimmed. I have used Gillette since the Sensor but, for the last several years, I have used the Gillette Pro Glide. I have seen incredible results and the blades last about 3 months apiece. That is THREE MONTHS, not weeks MONTHS so I spend about $50 per YEAR
Glad you found a razor that works well for you. My favorite Gillette is the Gillette Labs. The cartridge is smooth and efficient for me. However I also think the Gillette labs replacement cartridges are overpriced and I don’t know if it’s so good that it’s worth the price 🤷🏾♂️. But I do think the Gillette Labs is worth at least trying out.
3 months shaving everyday is amazing! I get maybe 5-7 shaves out of a cartridge. I get a little more mileage out of the Gillette labs. Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing your story!👍🏾
Interesting to see Schick as in the UK that’s Wilkinson Sword. Historically was as well known as Gillette.
Interesting and very true. Great piece of information that I didn’t know, thanks for sharing!
It’s also interesting that Wilkinson Sword is owned by Gillette in India?!🤔. Guess they tried a buy out in Europe too but it wasn’t allowed..
@@fitnessnbeer9835 That I didn't know, potentially would have made a monopoly at the time in the UK I suspect.
Ive used mach 3 for many years but then again i dont need much since since naturally I dont grow a full beard, my thick hairs are around the mustache and goatee. I recently switched to the Gillette proglide im expecting great smooth shaves from this.
The Mach3 is a respectable razor that gets the job done. I think there’s a difference between the Mach3 and ProGlide in performance but not sure if it’s worth the cost if you really like the Mach3. I personally like the Fusion or Skinguard as much as the ProGlide and they’re bothe cheaper.
Good luck in your try and let me know what you think? Thanks for watching and sharing!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 hi thanks for responding to my comment. YES, mach 3 has always been a good blade. Like i mentioned in my first comment. I dont grow a full/thick Beard which makes my blades last a very long time even when i shave 4 times or More pero month. Also very easy to wash away the hairs never gets stuck with hairs in it. Very easy blade to maintain. Now i have a question, how do you go about maintaining your handle since i noticed mine tends to get built up with white dry shave cream around the attachment area.i wash mine very well after every shave but the stuff still tends to build up.
Extremely helpful
Thank you for watching and taking time to comment!
Thank you for checking g out the video and commenting! Much appreciated.
The one that feels the smoothest.....if it even remotely feels like it's pulling my hair I automatically hate it.
Yessir, that pull sucks and it’s typical of cartridges razors. In my experience I think the single blade is best for avoiding the pull. But everyone is different. Big thanks for watching and commenting!
See what you gotta do is have a couple handles with varying razor prices and always find ways to not have to pay full price per razor cart. Also dollar shave club is just dorco blades. My five years with them was a disappointment after trying Gillette labs. Harry’s is pretty good too. My favorite by far is the Gillette labs but I haven’t tried schick so I could be saving money
I 100% agree about having multiple handles and I’m going to mention that point in a video.
My favorite is the Gillette labs too, it’s just so expensive. But the labs is definitely the most comfortable and efficient for me.
@@fitnessnbeer9835 I know the price needs to go down atleast a little bit because they’ve essentially just made a more refined version of the proglide handle but if the price doesn’t go down I’ll have to switch back to proglide and then go find cheap fusion cartridges or there’s always schick! Haven’t tried them yet but noticed they are super cheap and affordable.
Me personally i like the Gillette Proglide Proshield Power with the Skinguard carts
Ya know I’ve never actually used a Power razor, I def need try one. Also I didn’t know you could put Skinguard cartridges on a Proshield handle. Big thanks for the info and for checking out the video!
3 4 5 blades are good razor shavers to shave and depends the brand and quality
Are the razors that look like Gillette razors and sold on TEMU any good?
Thanks for asking! Unfortunately, I haven’t tried the razors from TEMU.
I use the 4 blade bic. It's cheap and a great shave.
I went to the store today to buy some razors. I checked the Gillette razor handle which was priced at $11 but when I saw the extra cartridge price I turned away. $42 for 8 cartridges so basically $5 per cartridge is way too much (the one with exfoliating). I just left with the DSC $10 handle and $10 for 4 cartridge with 6 blades. Thinking about going with a safety razor as soon as I do more research.
Safety Razor is definitely not a bad money saving option and lots of people prefer safety razor over a cartridge razor. I personally like a safety razor but I do feel the experience is a bit different.
And agreed the Gillette Labs is too expensive. It’s actually the cartridge razor I like best but I can’t agree with the price. I need to test out Dollar Shave Club too. Thanks for watching and sharing!
Thanks. I'm going to start shaving again, but I hate shaving.
🤣 I get it!! I make videos for the guy that both loves and hates shaving. I don’t mind shaving but I think if you do mind, then a cartridge will serve you best. For the price, I do think the Schick Quattro is respectable and efficient. But also you have to find what works for you!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Harrys razors come out same factory that supplies Lidl and Aldi
Hassy g! Thanks for sharing. I did not know this. Great information to know 👍🏾
I’m ok with Harry’s because of the quality and the price. The Fusion is way to pricey like printer ink cartridges
Agreed. Harry’s was not my favorite razor but it’s admittedly not bad at all for the price. I like the Gillette Fusion lines better but I don’t like them so much better that I think they’re worth the price difference.
Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing!
Which razor gives the closest shave?
In my opinion it’s the Gillette labs but not all of the guys would agree with me. I like the Gillette labs but also think it’s too pricey. Thanks for watching!
Thank you
Thanks a bunch for watching!
I subscribed! This is one of the best razor 🪒 reviews. I have used Gillette Labs with the bar and I have used Fusion and the 4 blades. Problem with the Gillette blades are they’re way too expensive and they only last 1
month for me. The blades get dull pretty fast from the shaving cream and calcium deposit of the water. I wish the blades could last more than 6 months and they could make it happen but realistically, they want you to keep buying the blades just for marketing and profit reasons. I’m thinking of trying the Shick Quattro based on this review.
Thanks so much for checking out the video and subbing! I like the Gillette Labs the best but I also thought the Quattro was great for the price. I agree with you 100% on Bothe price of razors and longevity.
Also I know there's this product called Steelbee that makes razor head cover that's suppose to slow down oxidation. I haven't tried it but I may test it out in the future. Let me know what you think of the Quattro?
I totally agree! No wonder costco sells it cheap in bundles. I shave maybe 2 times a month and its already rusted 😅. Im about to try out other brands because gillette is indeed expensive
Not surprised to see Harry’s at the bottom of the overall list.
🤣 Harry’s isn’t my favorite and didn’t perform great in our test. But I genuinely don’t think it’s bad, just not great.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Would have liked to see the dollar shave club or Amazon 5 blade solimo, but with the vast array of Gillette razors having 3 is expected! Great vid!
You are so right! Even in spite of the search result experiment I wish I had done at least 1 less Gillette in favor of another brand.
Still I hope we had a decent enough cross section to be helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I use to use the Gillette pro glide with the pro shield cartridges but it got expensive. Now I’m settled with the bic flex 5 titanium
The bic didn’t perform well in our small sampling but really what we learned is that razor preference is subjective. I personally thought the bic flex 5 hybrid was pretty good, especially for the price.
Thanks a bunch for watching!
Here's a tip. Buy in 12 pack bulk online at Walmart or Amazon. Right now a pack of 12 is $34 . It's more economical to buy 12 pack instead of pack of 4 each time.
What did the head shaver like? That's what I need to know.
Yo, I’m the head shaver and I liked the Gillette Labs best but don’t think it’s worth the cost. 2nd on my list was the Schick Quattro which I liked for the price. If I were settling on 1 razor, all things considered, I’d go Quattro. That’s what I like but everyone is different.
As a head shaver we cover a lot of surface area. So we need a smooth shave plus a good value. Thanks a bunch for leaving a comment!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 Thank you. Do you have a preferred shave cream that has good glide? I use Cremo but looking for better.
@@ericjencson9489 still in the search for a good shave cream. I use Gillette, Edge, and Harry’s. I like the Harry’s best, the kind that’s not aerosol. But honestly in some ways the edge, (cheap), shaving creams still gives the best glide.
Also tried “art of shave” and “Poraso” but still like my supermarket basics better 🤷🏾♂️
@@fitnessnbeer9835 I don't particularly care for those kind of creams. I've tried about all of them and I don't find them slick enough. My real problem with my skin is the razors. Was using Harry's. Not sure if it's the blades or the lubrication strip but something is breaking me out. I'll keep searching.
@@ericjencson9489 Hope you find a combination that works for you. Harry’s is not my favorite razor but it def shouldn’t cause a breakout! Is there a cartridge that you think works for you?
If not a cartridge, many guys have success with DE safety razor? I have a tendency to cut myself with safety razors but I do find the single blade to be less of a skin irritant. Either way shaving breakouts are not cool, and hope there’s a better option!
In terms for price longevity and quality I go for fusion 5
The fusion 5 is a respectable razor but I think the Gillette Labs is more comfortable and efficient for me. The Cartidge last longer too. But simultaneously I think the labs is overpriced and genuinely don’t know if it’s worth the cost difference over the Fusion 5. Big thanks for checking out the video and sharing your thoughts!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 The fusion 5 is still the best for many men with heavy thick beard 🧔 because the 5 blade . Proglide have thinner blades , but I can’t feel any difference when I moisture my beard after I shave 🪒 I think the best one is the heated razor but you have to be an rich arab man to afford it with with the price it comes .
Hey, great video! Very interested in others experience. I’ve always liked Gillette with 5 blades but interested in others take on it. You’re right, so many choices, it’s hard to choose. Again, great video. Thanks!
Hey thanks a bunch for your comment and for checking out the video! I think learned that razor preference is subjective but there’s also certain level of consistency. So some razors are generally liked better than others, yet everyone is different.
@@fitnessnbeer9835I loved your razor comparison video for men. Can you do one for teen boys up to college (age 15-22). They have young baby hair and my son is 16 and almost ready to shave. I don’t want him getting skin bumps. Also, they (most) don’t usually have a full beard at this age so I’m looking for something to keep the mustache trimmed and a little facial hair off. I picked up the Nivea sensitive, shaving cream and the Van de Haven shave butter for him to try out. What razor would you suggest?
@@tren507 Thanks so much for checking out the video and channel. Unfortunately I think the tools for young men are the same as tools for men and there isn’t any way to guarantee no razor bumps other than experimentation.
However I do think most quality cartridges would pose a good place to begin. For example I think a Mach 3 or Schick Quattro would be a great place to start. Especially for someone without a fully developed beard. No need for more blades and more risk of irritation at that point.
I also think a safety razor would work well for avoiding razor bumps. But I also think safety razors require touch and practice and maybe not the best place to start for that reason. But definitely something to keep in mind after a little experience.
Liked the Harry;s. Just a plain razor at a great price
Glad you found a razor that works well for ya! I think Harry’s razors are very fairly priced. Thanks for checking out the video and commenting!👍🏾
no u liked Harrys because of its name, lol isn't that a white man's name. Lol
Larry's list is the most accurate
Great real video about average folk buying real blades in this world of fancy brand names. 👌
This comment is much appreciated! Hope the video was entertaining and helpful.
You won me over with that Bears hat. Da Bears. 🎉
Love this! Chicago born and raised here. Da Bears! 🐻
No bald guys? Oh man, you need to Redo this… :-) just kidding, I appreciate the effort that goes into a comparison/video like this! Would have loved to see durability rating as it’s more relative to value. Personally I’ve found the Harry’s cartridges have a shorter lifespan lately; like 1/3 what they were a year ago. They used to last 8-10 days head and face shaving but now it’s like 3 days. I’m going back to the Schick Quattro Titanium. I always got a solid 10 days out of each cartridge for the 15+ years I used them.
0.25 per blade is the point where you want the sharpest blade possible and thats feather... a normal blade should be between 0.05 and 0.15... safety razor is what i would recommend, inexpensive blades, sharp blades and less irritation while providing a really close and precise shave
I like a good safety razor too. My combo of choice is the Merkur 34c with a Feather Blade. But honestly I find cartridge shaving easier. But agreed the safety razor is definitely the most economical solution.
Huge thanks for checking out the video and sharing good info!
@@fitnessnbeer9835 cartridge is easy to shave? totally not my expirience (to be fair, i used cartridge systems only a handfull of times) found it always really hard to get good contours, always needed a lot of passes, got irritated skin and it was kind of difficult to get the right pressure...
Personally, I think the price points should have been blinded. Additionally, you did not miss out with leaving dollar shave club. It's scheme is to get you in at a low price and then slowly up the price, for essentially a very poor built razor.
Thanks a bunch for watching and commenting! The prices weren’t shared with the participants but they weren’t obscured either. They were given the whole package but asked to just pay attention to performance only. I
don’t think the guys cared much about the prices, except for me since I paid, lol😂
Schick and gillite