When it comes to wet shaving, one of the questions you may have is how often your razor should be changed. This is a fair question as most consumers want to get the most out of their razors for the cost. Whether you use disposable or reusable razors, there are some general guidelines to follow.
Gillette recommends that disposable razors or razor cartridges on reusable razors be replaced every 3-10 shaves. In general, if you start to feel your razor pulling at the hair, dragging against your skin, or not shaving in one pass, it can indicate that it is time to change your razor.
How often you change your razor can also depend on how often you shave, the density, and the coarseness of the hair being shaved. The denser or coarser your hair, the more likely it is that you will need to replace your razor more frequently.
Do Razors Expire?
The expiration of razor blades depends on whether they have been stored opened or sealed. Technically, razor blades cannot expire in a conventional sense since they are made of metals but they can become weakened and worn down from oxidation due to exposure to air and moisture particles.
How Long Can You Store Razors?
How long you can store razors depends on whether or not they are kept open if you buy bulk quantities or if the blades are kept sealed until use. Razor blades that are stored unsealed (like the kind that can be bought in bulk) are prone to oxidation after some time and you will find that they need to be replaced often.
If razor blades are stored unsealed, their shelf life can vary based on the amount of moisture and humidity in the area that can make them prone to rust and oxidation. Razor blades that have been stored sealed in their original packaging will last for an infinite period of time as long as they remain sealed.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Fusion 5 Razor? 
The Gillette Fusion 5 razor is a reusable razor that can be used up to 10 times. Ideally, it should be replaced when the blades show signs of dullness like pulling at the skin or hair when shaving. Changing your razor blade cartridges can also vary based on the coarseness and density of your hair.
The replacement cartridges come in a package that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture. You should keep this in mind if you intend to store them for a long time before use.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Mach 3 Razor? 
The Gillette Mach 3 razor is a reusable razor option that can be used up to 10 times. Cartridges should be replaced once the blades show signs of dullness like pulling at the skin or hair roughly when shaving. The replacement cartridges come in a package that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture and should ideally be kept somewhere dry to minimize the chance of oxidation to the blades.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette ProGlide Shield Razor? 
The Gillette ProGlide Shield is a reusable razor that can ideally be used up to 10 times. The replacement blades come in a package that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture which can put them at risk of oxidation if stored for a long time.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor?
The Gillette Fusion ProGlide razor is a reusable razor and can be used up to 10 times. The blade cartridges should be replaced when they show signs of dullness like pulling at the skin when shaving. The replacement blades come in a package that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture which can put them at risk of oxidation if stored for a long time.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Sensor 3 Razor?
The Gillette Sensor3 razors are a disposable variety of razor and according to Gillette, they can be used 3-10 times. These disposable razors come in packaging that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture once opened increasing the risk of oxidation if stored for a long period of time before use.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette 10 AltraPlus razor?
The Gillette 10 AltraPlus razor is a reusable razor variety and can be used up to 10 times and should be replaced when it shows signs of dulling like pulling at the skin or hair when shaving. The replacement cartridges come in a package that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture which can put them at risk of oxidation.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette TRAC II Plus Razor?
The Gillette TRAC II Plus razor can be used 3-10 times. Because it is a dual blade instead of four or five blades, you may find yourself needing to replace this razor more often. The replacement cartridges come in a package that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture which can compromise their shelf life. Store replacement cartridges in a dry environment to minimize the risk of oxidation.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Joy Razor?
The Gillette Joy razor is an affordable, reusable 4-blade option that can be used up to 10 times. The replacement cartridges are open and exposed to air once the package is open which should be taken into consideration if you store them for a long time between uses.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Venus Razor?
The Gillette Venus razor is a reusable option with individually sealed razor blade cartridges and a reusable handle. Gillette states that their reusable razors can be used up to 10 times and replaced when it shows signs of dullness like tugging at the skin or hair when shaving.
Because these cartridges are individually packaged, they will have an indefinite shelf life until opened. It is also important to monitor the reusable handle for possible mildew growth where water may seep into the joints of the handle where the cartridge attaches.
How Many Times Can You Use a Gillette Disposable razor?
Available in both men’s and women’s varieties, Gillette states that their reusable razors can be used 3-10 times. Because the blades tend to be as high quality as their reusable options, Gillette’s reusable razors tend to last just as long and should be replaced in a similar timeline as well.
Typically, Gillette’s disposable razors come in packaging that exposes all of the blades to air and potential moisture once opened. Keep this in mind if you plan on storing them for extended periods before use.
Final Thoughts
Because the quality of Gillette’s disposable razor blades matches their reusable razors, they are intended to last for just as many uses. While it is advised to use each razor blade cartridge no more than 10 times, you should replace them as soon as you see signs of wear and dullness that compromise their ability to glide smoothly against the skin in one pass.
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