Your Shiny New Razor Made Shaving Worse? You’re Not Alone
Jan 05, 2026 12:01 am
What Your Father Didn't Teach You About Shaving
Ever upgraded to a shiny new razor only to find your shave feels worse? You’re not imagining it. A different, more efficient razor can expose technique flaws because it punishes excess pressure, angle slips, and long strokes.
That doesn’t mean the razor is bad. It means your shave is giving you honest feedback. Once you tighten up technique, the same razor may become one of your best performers.
If closeness matters, but irritation doesn’t, let’s focus on what really makes the difference.
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