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A straight razor is a thing of beauty that guarantees the best shaving experience. Most straight razors come shave-ready out of the box to provide a shave that is free of ugly tugs, cuts, and nicks. A premium quality model is exceptionally sharp and will last a long while before any stropping is necessary. But, have you ever wondered. How long does a straight razor shave last? It is a query that you would probably ask yourself if you are new to straight razor shaving. Let’s find out how great this shave is and how long it lasts! How Long Does a Straight Razor Shave Last? A straight razor shave can last one to two days, depending on how perfect your straight razor shaving technique is and how fast your facial hair grows. Shaving with a straight razor does not necessarily give you a long-lasting shave. The benefit it brings is smooth shaving lines, no tugging at the hair when shaving, and helping you avoid irritation. Daily Shaving You can choose to use a straight razor on a daily basis if you want to maintain hairless facial skin, especially if you have fast-growing facial hair. Daily shaving can keep your face clean and smooth. This shaving routine, however, requires you to create time every morning to refresh the straight razor shave. Shaving After Every Two Days If your facial hair doesn’t grow back too fast, then your straight razor shave may last two days. Although, you may have a very short stubble showing after the second day. Skipping a couple of days is a great straight razor shaving routine for people with sensitive skin. This gives your skin time to recover from the previous shave. Can a Straight Razor Shave Last More Than Two Days? A straight razor shave may not last more than two days, especially if you want to maintain smooth facial skin. Not unless you are planning to wear a short stubble for a few days before doing another shave. How To Get The Closest Straight Razor Shave? These detailed steps will help you get the closest and smoothest straight razor shave. Step 1: Trim Your Beard You need to trim your beard if it is too long. This will prevent your straight razor from pulling on your facial hair. Trim Your Beard Step 2: Preparing the Face Apply a hot towel on your face to help open the skin pores and soften the facial hair. Then apply beard oil to soften up the hair. Apply a Hot Towel to Your Face (Source: artofmanliness.com) Step 3: Apply Shaving Lather You can use shaving soap or cream and a mug to create a rich, thick, foamy lather. Apply the lather in the direction of hair growth. Apply Shaving Lather (Source: hespokestyle.com) See also: 3 Steps To Make Shaving Cream Shoot Farther Step 4: Use the Straight Razor to Shave Start at the sideburn with firm but gentle strokes (downward). You can pull your facial skin with the other hand to keep it taut. Make sure the strokes are short and even. Rinse the straight razor blade with hot water after every stroke. Shave the other parts of your beard. Use a Straight Razor to Shave Step 5: Remove the Excess Lather and Close the Pores Use a cold towel to remove the excess cream and close the skin pores. Use an aftershave to help moisturize your facial skin. Apply Aftershave See also: Clean a Badger Brush - Step By Step Instructions What Makes a Straight Razor Shave Great? This unique shave may last for about two days. So, what makes it so great and why should you bother creating a consistent straight razor shaving routine. Closer and Cleaner Shave You always get a closer, cleaner, and finer shave. A straight razor creates a single line of contact with your facial skin, yielding the best results when compared to multi-blade or safety razors. A straight razor hardly causes any friction that could cause skin irritation. Plus, you can hold it in a variety of ways because of the versatility of the handle, the folding blade, and the flexibility of the angle of the blade. Superior Contact with Skin The single contact a straight razor makes with your skin is deeper and more refined. So, it is capable of getting rid of dead skin cells more effectively. This also means that each stroke delivers a better result since the hair and scum don’t get in the way of the blade. Less Skin Irritation Did you know that multi-blade razors are highly likely to cause more skin irritation compared to straight razors? With a multi-blade design, your facial skin is exposed to three blades at one go, which can cause skin irritation. A straight razor only creates a single contact line with your skin, reducing skin irritation, especially if you are using a rich, creamy shaving lather. Limit Ingrown Hairs With a straight razor, only a single blade is in contact with your skin. The strokes are short and even. So, you don’t have to reshave the same spot twice, which helps to limit ingrown hairs. Whereas a double or cartridge razor exposes the skin to multiple blades, which are highly likely to cause ingrown hairs. It’s More Economical Even though a straight razor shave lasts one to two days and needs to be refreshed more frequently. It is still a more economical choice compared to other shaving tools. A disposable razor may only last a few shaves, and a safety razor and a shavette would require frequent blade changes. The only thing you will need to maintain the resourcefulness of a straight razor is sharpening the edge when it becomes dull. Environmental Friendliness The amount of plastic and metal that you dispose of every week when using disposable razors and safety razor blades usually piles up over time. This will eventually harm the environment in the long run. But, by using a straight razor, you can help protect the environment. You will achieve this by not disposing of blunt safety razor blades, disposable razors, or cartridges to the environment. Extend Usage Time The initial investment of a high-quality straight razor is usually higher compared to that of a disposable, cartridge, or safety razor. But you will never have to worry about replacing blunt razor blades. All you have to do is sharpen the edge to extend the usage time of the razor. Conclusion So a straight razor shave can last one to two days, which isn’t the longest shave but it is worth the effort. Unlike disposable razors, straight razors are made of high-quality materials. They effectively reduce blade friction with their sharp, single blade. They not only offer a perfect balance but can also be used in different angles and cover hard-to-reach places. If a smooth shave is part of your daily work attire, then a straight razor shave is exactly what you need. You never have to worry about the cost of changing blades or polluting the environment with plastic (as is the case with disposable razors). See also: How Often Should You Change Your Disposable Razor? When You Should Change Your Safety Razor Blades?