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Best Razor to Shave Legs??

kutira — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:01:49 GMT

I had been hoarding the Venus Razor that you put a battery in and it was fantastic. However, I finally ran out. Cannot find them anywhere. I've been trying other Venus razors and not getting a very good shave. Does anybody have any great suggestions? TIA.

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Desertdi — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:04:39 GMT

Saw a battery-operated Conair for 10 bucks at Ross today

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SurferWife — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:05:23 GMT

All razors suck. Get your legs waxed.

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Kjelle — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:14:12 GMT

I really prefer men's razors. They don't have those stupid "child safety" wires across the blades that prevent you from getting a close shave. I think the Schick Hydro 5 is the best. I will also use the Gillette Fusion 5 which is nearly as good.

The razor manufacturers make their money on the cartridges. So use the coupons on the handles that come with 2 cartridges and keep on going with those. Plus, if you get CVS bucks on the handles you can buy a couple at a time and then walk out with a free one that you bought with CVS bucks.

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beach-mom — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:17:15 GMT

I've been using the Emjoi sold here. I love it! It does have a shaving attachment, but I've never used it. I use the epilating head. I've gone from shaving every other day to removing my leg hair twice a week at most - sometimes once!

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Sweetbay magnolia — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:25:02 GMT

BIC, in the orange pack. Simple double-blade disposable razor.

Frankly, I would rather not do it at all and during the winter I do not (shave my legs). I always remind my husband how much more surface there is on a leg than a face (and he has a beard). So sorry you have to shave, buddy (meaning my husband). You try bending down in the shower while avoiding nicks.

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sunshine45 — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:26:28 GMT

i prefer mens razors also......gillette mach 3 OR check out harrys.com for great razors and inexpensive refills. they have the TRUMAN set for $15.....a great way to try it. i bought one set for myself about 2 years ago and have given several sets as gifts.

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DoneTryin — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:43:25 GMT

I'm on the verge of switching back to a men's razor after trying the Venus. What's with these manufacturers making women's razors only in plastic? Do they think we aren't strong enough to hold a small stainless steel tool? I can never get a good grip on those stupid plastic devices.

This thread reminded me of my first razor that Mom bought for me at Woolworth' s, around 1962. It was just like my Dad's Gillette razor, except the handle was a bit shorter & tinted pink. It came in a plastic drawstring bag, with an extra razor blade. Had to turn the handle to make the business end open up, then set the double-edge razor on there, then turned the handle again to close it up. I think they stopped making those many years ago.

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ValuSkr — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 06:12:49 GMT

Men's razors are much better / last longer than women's. And drug stores have very good deals on disposable razors that you can combine with manufacturer coupons to get them practically for free. I used to get the cartridges but they're hopelessly expensive.

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JustJazzmom — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 13:25:57 GMT

The obvious answer is a sharp blade!! But I have an older version of the Venus -- not the redesigned one that is currently available in the stores. This razor takes Sensor Excel-- Women's and when that is not available in BB&B or Harmon Cosmetics stores I buy the Sensor Excel blades -- for the men's razor!!

OP you may want to try Amazon for that Venus with battery razor -- its worth a shot to look there for a replacement.

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jaxs mom — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 13:30:34 GMT

I switched to the emjoi epilator and it works so much better than a razor and lasts weeks instead of a day or two.

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willdob3 — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 15:19:56 GMT

@beach-mom wrote:
I've been using the Emjoi sold here. I love it! It does have a shaving attachment, but I've never used it. I use the epilating head. I've gone from shaving every other day to removing my leg hair twice a week at most - sometimes once!

I haven't used a razor since getting my Emjoi a few years ago. Love Emjoi!

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brandiwine — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 22:26:06 GMT

I joined Dollar Shave Club. You can custom order the blades you like and how often they come. The blades are outstanding. I don't need to change blades but every 2 weeks. The price is very low. I buy the most expensive and I'm paying $9 every 2 months.They also have a shave gel that's the best I've ever used. No S&H fees. They do have some haircare products, but I haven't tried them yet.

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jlkz — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 22:37:03 GMT

Haven't used a razor for 20+ years: gave myself the gift of electrolysis for brows, underarms and legs. Found someone local who had a home business and was licensed.

Was worth the time invested. ( Had to tweeze the brows almost every day -- dark, thick hairs which did not respond to laser treatment

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Tigriss — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 23:53:01 GMT

Men's razors. I get them on special at those one sale a day sites. For $20 I get the handle and 5 or 6 packages of refills.

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Caffeina — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:41:21 GMT

I like the Rite Aid Renewal 5 blade razors. Every so often they have them BOGO free. There's a starter set with 1 razor and 2 cartridges, and box of 4 refill cartridges. I was told the blades are made by Personna.

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Sunshine Kate — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 01:58:57 GMT

I don't know how you ladies can stand to use the Emjoi epilator. It hurts so badly!!!

It was like torture to me. I returned the same day!

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Good4u — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 02:58:27 GMT

I agree with those who say a men's razor is far superior to shave the legs than other brands. Closer and better results. That said I use the Gillette brands. Right now I have the Fusion Proglide and the Hydro Five. Both outstanding razors for that perfect just shaved feel of the legs.

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MarLoCat — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 03:22:51 GMT

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feline groovy — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 03:40:22 GMT

I use a manual men's sensitive razor everywhere, along with a shaving cream .

Both give a much smoother result, and are within my teensy budget. 8)