My first 3 weeks using the razor, (1 blade a week), it was horrible. I “dry” shaved by using just water, and as a result, the razor collected and clogged itself after an inch of a swipe with dead skin, and left my leg hair patchy. This was despite physical exfoliation prior and a melanin inhibitor 3-4 times out of the week. I did this because I was so used to the gel coating on plastic razors that I thought I wouldn’t need anything. But finally, a month in, I used some castile soap bars as “shaving cream,” and the results were amazing! Smooth and washed off the razor easily with only minor dead skin clean up. More minor cuts than what I’m used to with a plastic razor with the gel coating, but I suggest to handle with less pressure to avoid that. I’m still working on that myself. Overall, great for a beginner going plastic free, and seeing the minimal waste is a plus. The razors even has its own mini cardstock envelope disposal so it removes the hassle of buying any when you’re ready to ship the blades back!
