“I’ve bought a lot of top brand razors, but this razor has out done them, I really enjoy it.”
Shoppers have declared it ‘the last razor I will ever use’(Image: blackCAT via Getty Images)
Tracking down a razor that delivers a close shave without nicks, razor burn or irritation can be a lengthy and frustrating process. However, loyal fans of one particular brand insist they have found a razor that provides “the perfect shave” – and it costs less than £15.
The Cremo Barber Grade Razor promises to bring a barber-quality shave into the home, with each cartridge featuring five blades, three layers of comfort coating, a coated guard bar and lubricating pools. Currently available for £14.40 with an additional refill thrown in, the razor has been described as “far superior to anything available on the high street” by reviewers, with customers claiming they have “been looking for a razor like this for years”.
Also sold in a Tortoiseshell Razor edition (£16.95), the product has achieved an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of five stars, with shoppers praising it for delivering “unbelievably smooth” results with “no irritation”, leaving them feeling as though they have “just left the barber shop”. When the time comes to swap out the cartridge, a pack of four Cremo Barber Grade Razor Refills is also available for £14.40.
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Boasting a weighted handle for greater control, the Barber Grade Razor is designed to minimise nicks and razor burn through its lubricating pools, which are enriched with Cremo’s Shave Cream formula. According to the brand, a coated guard bar further cuts down on friction and irritation while still delivering a close shave, reports the Daily Star. For finishing touches, a pull-back trimmer allows for precise edging and shaping, as well as tackling tricky areas such as beneath the nose.
On the high street, a top-selling alternative at Boots is the Wilkinson Sword Hydro 5 Ultimate Men’s Razor, priced at £18. Fitted with carbon-coated precision blades and a skin-caring gel to guard against irritation, this razor comes recommended by 95% of Boots shoppers who have left a review.
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Each cartridge of this razor is equipped with five blades, three layers of comfort coating, a coated guard bar, and lubricating pools.
Over on Amazon, one of the most sought-after options is the Gillette Fusion 5 Razor for Men, available at £27.98 for a pack inclusive of 10 refills. Equipped with five anti-friction blades, the razor also features a lubrication strip for a smooth glide and a precision trimmer for sculpting, according to its product description.
Returning to Cremo, one customer had this to say about the Barber Grade Razor: “I have used a multitude of cartridge razors and with my wiry facial hair, I have had yet to find a cartridge that could get everything just right. I thought I would have to settle on something else until I found Cremo’s razor and cartridges.”
They continued: “Cremo’s razor has a premium look and feel, a nice weight like a good safety razor, and the experience? I have never had such a wonderful, clean, smooth, nick-free, razor-burn free [shave], and with no pulling or tugging, ever. Officially, and hopefully, the last razor I will ever use.”
Another customer praised: “Cremo Barber Grade Razors are a cut above the rest. They give you a clean, close, comfortable shave every time. Shaving with the Cremo blades and their shave creams is truly a wonderful experience.”
A third echoed the sentiment: “This product is great. The balance and weight of the razor are incredibly well-done. It’s a great product for those who need to shave more than once a week.”
A handful of reviewers did point to minor areas for improvement, with one noting: “I thought the pull-back trimmer is a little blunt for tight nose corners but it does square off sideburns well.”
While another remarked: “The shaver is nicely weighted, however the handle is a bit slick and slips from my hands at times.”
One particularly enthusiastic shopper raved: “Been looking for a new razor for a while. No longer. The Cremo razor and Cooling Shave Cream combined to give me the best shave of my life. My beard is tough yet sensitive.
“For the first time in my life I look forward to shaving. New customer for life here!” they concluded. The Cremo Cooling Shave Cream is currently available at the reduced price of £9.30.
