Monday, July 25, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
How To Extend The Life Of Razor Blades
It is an understatement to say that razor blades generally costs huge amounts of money. This combined with the fact that they need to be replaced regularly and you get a great mix of factors that will rapidly impact your wallet.
We are trying - through the Raz*War project - to find solutions to let you shave you face instead of you wallet. This is one of the reason we came up with the subscription model that we like to call : Shaving as a Service. But that's not the only way to save money on razor blades. You can also do a few things in order to prolonge the life of your razor blade.
To illustrate that I would invite you to watch this little video from a great shaving expert - Mantic59 - who explains you a few basic tricks that you might start doing as of today.
The full article written by Mantic59 can be found here
In summary, there are a few factors that can influence the life of a razor blade:
- The water you use to shave
- The metallurgy of the blade used
- The type of hair
- The quality of the products (lather) used to shave
Learn more about them in the video.
Until your next shave,
David, Raz*War co-founder
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Keeping a bit of hair for a rugged, devilishly handsome look
Looking to keep a bit of hair for that rugged, devilishly handsome look?
Keep that blade away for a few moments and keep growing out that five o'clock shadow, and we can talk about how to ensure an attractive, natural look for your face.
- Grow out your facial hair for about a month. Avoid a close shave for a while to see how your beard, sideburns, etcetera grow out. What kind of hair you can grow will greatly affect your choice. A word to the wise before starting though? It is very, very rare in the Western world to find someone with a mustache that works. All too often it draws the mind back to the 70s, a time considered most unfashionable. So, unless you're looking to use that style, are going for a stylish goatee or beard, or have been blessed by the Gods of Haircare with a fine upper lip? You'll want to shave the upper lip no matter what.
- Once you've found how your hair grows and what you feel would befit your head and face structure, it's time to begin preening!
We'll start from the most hair to the least.
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- The Beard. If you're going for the mighty, manly beard, the most important thing is keeping it neat. While it can provide a very mature look, it can also give an unsightly appearance if used poorly. While you won't shave, it's still important to trim and neaten around the edges and any areas that might be growing in an unkempt fashion. (you might consider using an El Ché razor; it will provide precision)
- The Chinstrap. So named for its uncanny resemblance to a helmet strap, this look - if pulled off effectively - strengthens the appearance of the chin and adds an attractive contour to the face. Shave at the cheeks while leaving the sideburns intact, as well as the areas of the upper and lower lips. Again, keep everything neat and tidy. (you might consider using an El Fidel razor that provides a 6th blade - precision blade to draw the lines)
- The Goatee. A younger, more stylish look. Some people swear by an item known as the GoateeSaver, which is something of a face-guard that you hold over the goatee area to keep the general shape from being shaved over. It looks rather silly, but if you care to chance it, by all means. Shave everything but the goatee area and then figure out what you desire. The Goatee (just a beard limited below the mouth), a Van Dyke (goatee and a mustache, not connected) or the 'Circle Beard'. From then on, shave or keep what you wish, shaping the sides however you desire. (use the Black Edition for that)
- The Soul Patch and the Mustache. The Soul Patch is just a small bit of hair below the lower lip and above the chin, while the mustache takes its place above the upper lip. However, both are highly easy to craft, though have many variations. Shave all areas around the face, save for the upper or lower lip area, depending on preference. From then on, just neaten and trim!
With luck, you'll find a clean-shaven or crafted method of shaving that works perfectly for you and gives your face a brand new allure.
Enjoy your shaving!
Monday, June 20, 2011
3 steps to get a nice close shave
This is a very basic 3-steps approach to get a nice close shave.
This is not rocket science and might come in handy if you have never shaved before.
- Wet your face with a warm cloth towel to exfoliate the pores, and then apply some shaving oil, shaving cream or shaving soap around the fuzzy areas.
- Using a relatively new disposable razor for shaving, run the blade along the hairy spots (cheeks, chin, neck, upper lip and so forth), going -with- the grain as you continue your shave. Be sure to rinse the blade periodically to make sure it doesn't clog.
- Use a moisturizer (after-shave balm) to help soothe the skin and ensure it has that nice soft feeling.
Like said, shaving is not complicated. You only need the right products.
Enjoy your shavin'
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Crazy gifts in June to celebrate a new website and the rise of the summer
Dear customer,
We could have written thousands of lines about our new website and how cool we think it is.
Instead we prefer to let you discover it and to benefit from great gifts since we want to share our happiness with you all ;-)
We decided to name this operation : SUMMER WELCOME !
Look at the great gifts* we have for you.
Order now on http://beta.razwar.com
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We are always open for feedback from you on wecare@razwar.com
*the free gifts cannot be cumulated in a same order
Friday, June 10, 2011
Proper Skin Care by Shaving
Shaving. It is something most people do on a weekly basis (sometimes daily). But is there more to shaving then just looking great and having smooth skin?
Most people do not realize that shaving has a lot of benefits to the skin and body. Women and men alike shave to look professional and obtain, soft smooth skin. Men typically shave facial hair as to have a clean look, obtain soft smooth skin, and impress women. Women shave their legs to have that pretty women look and also to have clean, smooth, soft skin. But shaving does more then just making men and women look professional. It proves to benefit the skin in many ways.
First off, shaving helps to keep the skin clean and free from dirt and debris. Every time you shave you are actually removing dead skin cells off the surface of the skin. This helps to create that baby smooth feeling one gets after shaving. Not only does it give you that silky smooth feeling, it also helps to keep skin looking younger and fresh. By constantly removing dead skin and dirt, shaving opens the pores and allows the skin to stay wrinkle free longer.
Shaving can, however, have many side effects if done improperly. Improper shaving can lead to minor cuts, itchiness, and razor burn. It is import to use proper shaving products when shaving (oil, soap or cream). These shaving oil, creams and soaps are designed to keep the side effects down to a minimum. They do this by slightly numbing the skin and allowing it to stay moist the entire time you shave. But even the most experienced person using proper oil, soaps and creams can encounter a minor cut if they are not paying full attention while shaving.
It is also important to remember that shaving is not just limited to facial and leg hair. Shaving can be done to any part of the body that has hair. Sometimes shaving can be a religious statement or even a fashion trend. No matter where you shave, the benefits can be seen. Great, smooth silky skin is not only a great feeling for you, but for your body and the people around you as well.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
The price of a G. razor blade
Are you ready to pay more and more?
