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Women's 5-blade razor allows gals to get as ripped as guys

About 2 years ago, a listener informed Clark that moisture degrades shaving blades. So Clark went on his now-famous kick where he used a single 17-cent razor and made it last 1 year by drying it after every use. Well, now comes word that Gillette is marketing a 5-blade razor for women called the Venus Embrace. Once you get past 2 or 3 blades, are you actually getting a closer shave? Not really. The Venus Embrace just allows women to be ripped off just like men in the razor blade aisle! So ladies, if you want to overpay for the Gillette blade at least make it last by drying it off after each use. That way they'll rip you off less frequently.

Clark recently opened a drawer under his sink and found two 55-count bags of Schick double-edged razors. One bag was open and he had 51 shavers left, while the other was completely sealed. Using one blade a year, Clark has calculated that he'd have to go past the century mark in age to use up the 55-count pack that's already open! He'd have to live to be 158 years old to use both packs in their entirety! But he doesn't expect to live that long, so Clark will be donating the unopened pack to a shelter where he and his wife volunteer.

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  • Razor lasts for a year?
    I was dubious about Clarks claim. Really, 1 razor lasting an entire year? The secret? Keep the blade dry. Don't leave it in a puddle on the sink or at the edge of the tub. I now put my razor in the toothbrush holder to let it drain and dry and I am amazed at how long a blade lasts.

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