Yes you can take a safety razor or an electric razor with you in your carry on luggage on a plane. Straight razors, box cutters or any other razor blades not in a cartridge are not allowed. Make sure all of your allowable razors or cartridge blades are covered with some safety cover.
Here is a brief history and types of razors.
A shaving razor is a small straight edged tool primarily utilized in the shaving of the skin through the act of shaving alone. Various types of razors are available such as safety razors, straight razors, disposable razors, and electrical razers. All these different types of shaving razor have their own features that they provide and make them distinct from one another. This article will concentrate on the history of shaving razor and its different types.
The shaving razor first became popular in ancient times. One story tells about a man who went to shave his face at a spa. There was a merchant who shined a mirror into the man’s face to make him see all the shaving treatments he had taken. As he continued to shave, he felt a little pain going down his throat. Suddenly, he felt a strange burning sensation as the hairs on his neck and face began to grow. This caused him to rush back to the spa and ask for help.
The earliest shaving equipment were only made of animal hair such as goat’s hair or even hair plucked from the scalp of cows. These old blades used twigs or even plants to be sharpened by rubbing them against stones or chopping them with axes. This method is still used today by many tribes worldwide especially the Native American Indian tribes. The use of metals to make blades has become obsolete now. However, they still exist and can be found in some of the more expensive shaving brands that advertise themselves as the “world’s first shaving razor”.
Schick Hydro 5 blades for shaving is one of the most famous brands that have taken the market by storm. It offers various types of blades that are perfect for different types of skin. The blades are smooth on the outside yet have ridges along the edges to cut properly. The blades come in a smooth black finish which is hypo allergenic and does not irritate the skin at all. There are also two finishes, one being a wet shave and the other being a dry shave.
This brand comes with a double safety feature. A foil wrapped circle is placed under the shaving area for extra protection from cuts. The double safety feature is very useful for people who don’t like getting cut. You can quickly open up the foil circle for shaving and close it back in seconds. The blades are also flexible enough that you can go over your head and shave smoothly. This brand of razor has a good warranty and comes with a good carrying case.
This brand of razor comes in two styles, a wet and a dry style. The wet style is made from the same great quality blades that are used on the other models, but they are dampened before use so that the blades last longer. This allows the razor to give you a close and smooth shave. They use hypo-allergenic shaving foam so that you don’t have to worry about getting irritated after shaving.
The wet razor design comes with a traditional shaving handle with a long handle. The long handle allows you to get close and comfortable with the razor. The long handle also helps you control the direction of the shaving strokes. The double safety lock prevents injuries by holding the razor securely between your finger and thumb.
The two rashes that result from using this type of razor are very mild and do not cause any pain. The Gillette mach3 turbo is made from a high performance metal that is extremely durable. The metal is finished to an ultra high shine. The two blades that come in the package are a smooth wet blade and a really stiff blade that help to give you a close and smooth shave. The two blades make it easier to control the angles of the shave so that you can get a close smooth shave every time.
Here are some suggested shaving razor for you to consider
MÜHLE VIVO Closed Comb Safety Razor – Clean Shaving, Modern Design
HIGH-GRADE HANDLE: This razor is designed with unmatched craftsmanship, using only the finest materials. The modern handle options are finished with chrome accents and include high-grade black resin, Brown Horn, olive wood, and Plumwood.
CLOSED COMB RAZOR: Grooming has never felt more nostalgic. This classic safety razor head has a closed tooth comb design that, paired with a gap behind the foam edge, prevents build-up. The blade angle is a special design for the closest shave.
RECOMMENDED TECHNIQUE: For the cleanest shave, it is always recommended to keep the skin pulled taut and the blade should be drawn across the skin without applying any pressure at all. Shaving with the grain will have the best results.
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Price: $59.00
BIC Flex 3 Men’s 3-Blade Disposable Shaving Razor (Pack of 36)
3 flexible blades for an incredibly smooth, close shave
Ergonomic handle with rubber grip for enhanced control
Lubricating strip enhances the glide
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Price: $50.28
HeadBlade Men’s HB6 Refill Shaving Razor Blades – 6 Stainless Steel Blades for No Tugging or Pulling, Shave Less, Works…
The HB6 six-bladed cartridge (12 blades total) comes standard on the HeadBlade MOTO and ATX models and delivers amazing performance due to its flow-through design and seamless blade construction. (razor not included)
HeadBlade is known in the head-shaving community for its no tugging or pulling of the skin.
Advanced Stainless Steel blades ensure a close and smooth shave leading to having to shave less often.
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Price: $49.99
Personna Men’s 5 Blade Razor System – Mens Shaving Razors – Razor Handle with 12 Replacement Cartridges
✔ AMERICAN HERITAGE: Personna was the first company to introduce the safety razor in the US. We have over 135 years of customer satisfaction behind our product. We led the way in innovation, and we continue to develop new technology for the modern shave.
✔ MODERN TECHNOLOGY: Specially designed lubrication strip reduces friction and shaving irritation. The reusable razor handle and replacement razor blades pivot to shave delicate areas. Optimized soap bar on razor refills improves cartridge balance.
✔ MADE IN THE USA: Personna steel razor blades are made in the United States from imported steel. * Don't store blades in the shower or on a wet surface
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Price: $17.59
Made For YOU by BIC Shaving Razor Blades for Every Body for a Smooth Close Shave & Hair Removal, NICKEL Kit & 12 Count…
PREMIUM SHAVING SYSTEM: The Made For YOU shaving kit from BIC is a premium razor for both men and women, designed to shave your face and body.
FIVE FLEXIBLE BLADES: 5 flexible blades for an extra-close fresh shave. Easy-to-rinse blades include a lubrication strip with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E for smooth glide.
BLADE REFILLS: Made For YOU premium shaving blades by BIC are for both men and women, and are designed to shave different body areas and hair textures.
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Price: $29.23
Bic Metal Disposable Men’s Shaving Razors, 10-Count x 3 Packs
✅ 3 packs of 10 Disposable Razors with a narrow and fixed head for shaving sensitive areas.
✅ Stainless steel single blade plus protective bar that prepares and lifts the hair before shaving.
✅ Comfortable longer-than-others and grooved handle for better gripping and shaving control.
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Price: $15.35
50 Facón Platinum Japanese Stainless Steel Double Edge Razor Blades for Safety Razor – Close Smooth Shaving Experience…
SIGNATURE BLADES - Extremely sharp, smooth and comfortable. Barbershop/Salon Favorite!
PREMIUM QUALITY - Japanese stainless steel blades, designed for smooth shaving experience
ELITE STYLE - Fits all brands of safety/straight/barber razors, Genuine imported materials
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Price: $4.95
Premium Omnishaver with Pink Travel Case – The Fastest Way to Shave Head, Legs, Arms, Body, an Alternative to Disposable…
💜 REDUCE YOUR SHAVE TIME BY 75%: Having your head fully trimmed normally requires a lot of time. But, with Omnishaver’s bald head shaver, you can make your shaving experience less time consuming. Pre-shave lotion with Premium razor features Bi-Directional action shave & triple plated steel shaving head, which will give you a smooth and perfect scalp, legs or arms shave in less than 1 minute! With our aloe, tea tree and shea butter shaving cream, fast results and a perfect shave!
💜 THE ONLY ONE THAT SELF CLEANS DURING USE: Say goodbye to clogged razors during use, you won’t need to rinse your self-cleaning shaver underwater during use to unclog the blades. Premium Omnishaver is not only heavier, but it transfers captured heat to the skin’s surface as the shave takes place. Once it is warmed up from the hot water, it will retain the heat throughout the shave which provides a soothing feel to the skin.
💜 DOUBLE THE NUMBER OF SHAVES: Cleverly designed with safety in mind, OmniShaver safely uses your skin as a "strop" to self-straighten and polish its blades' edges during use. Far outlasts any shaver on the market! If properly maintained and used, our OmniShaver will provide at least twice the number of shaves other shavers or razors can provide.
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Price: $26.99
