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Even for the most experienced among us, a smooth shave is hardly a slam dunk.

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But using one of the best razors cuts down on the guessworkand nicks, redness, and stubble.

Scroll on for the best razors and relish in the glide.

Tester feedback:My shaving routine felt so much better and painless, saysAllure’s tester.

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And, most cartridge razors don’t have weighted handles, but this one does (yay).

And for extra dry skin, considerSchick Intuition Advanced Moisture.

“Plus, noshaving creammeans less mess, which was a huge perk at age 12and even now.”

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That’s whereMeridian’s The Premium Trimmercomes in.

“If you are into being bare down there, then a razor is for you.

I’ll also be picking it up for any and all last-minute body-hair removal emergencies,” she shared.

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Its five sharp-as-heck blades are thoughtfully spaced, readily adapting to your physique’s little curves and contours.

Master your shave schedule by receiving replacement cartridges every month, every two months, or every three months.

This 2023 Best of Beauty-winning, single-bladedermaplaneris precise and straightforwarda great pick for beginners and pros alike.

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It gentlyexfoliates, clearing your face of dead skin as it glides and razes.

Tester feedback:“Never has shaving my face felt so fancy,” says Dall’Asen.

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How do razors work?

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While different razors offer different means of removing hair, there are some basics every model shares.

As for blades, razors can come in single- or multiple-blade formats and can be spaced differently.

“Multiple blades can achieve a closer shave with fewer strokes,” says Dr. Ilyas.

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“Ideally, the blades should be closer together to avoid nicking the skin.

What are cartridge razors?

“This is a safe, close, but potentially pricey shave.”

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And the regular re-upping is key.

Ifyou use a cartridge for too long, you may injure yourself.

Disposable razorsare similarly constructed and can be used on the same body areas.

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What are safety razors?

People who developrazor burnsfrom cartridge razors may benefit from safety razors.

What are electric razors?

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Electric razors have motorized blades topped with “foil,” a.k.a a thin metal sheet with small holes.

Rotary electric razors have three circular heads spaced like a triangle.

We are particularly discerning when writing about skin-care devices.

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Our staff and testers

A beauty product is a personal purchase.

Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser worthy of your hard-earned cash if its never been tested on curls?

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