Short of just growing a full-on beard, and other than using a straight razor (O brave one!) these are the most environmentally-friendly disposable razors you can get.
I've been using Fusion5 razors for quite a number of years -- basically since they came out in 2006-ish, so that's nearly 18 years -- and here's why:
These are VERY long-lasting disposable razors. I suppose if you have very coarse, hefty facial hair, you won't get the same results as mine, but in all honesty, I can use the same razor for months, not just one month, but several -- probably 3. My shaving habits have changed around over the years. Some years I was completely shaved-face each and every day. Then I went with a goatee, then a full beard, only trimming my neck and doing general trimming on cheeks. Then back to naked face, then around and around we go. But I've always stuck with what's worked for me. Sure they're more expensive but that's because they're BETTER than all of the others. I mean the Mach3 is rather good, but not as good IMHO as Fusion5.
This little kit is nice because you get the ergonomic, hefty, balanced handle, and 4 blade refills. I've had to laugh at the numerous reviews that complain that there's only 4 refills when the package actually SAYS it's got 4 refills ... they complain about the image on the packaging as having a refill in it, but what do they expect ... an image of the handle with no blade cartridge? My oh my. The complaint is that it's "false advertisement" and "not the value expressed", and that sort of thing. But no matter even if there was a secret extra refill in the package, it's still a better bargain than the cheapo brands.
For those of you saying "They're too expensive" -- Let's just do some math:
I just found one cheapo brand that has a 144-count box of twin-blade razors, with cheap, hollow, plastic non-balanced handles, that cost $26.49. No one in his right mind is gonna use these razors more than once, am I right? So that's 144, divided by 30 days is 4.8 months. So nearly 5 months of meh-to-okay shaving, with at least a nick or two each session. Am I wrong here? You know I'm not.
The Fusion5 razors, with the very conservative 1 month of use, balanced handle, 5 blades for a super close and smooth shave, with virtually zero nicks (unless you're being unreasonably rushed and sloppy, or if you've lost the smoothness of locomotion and for this I feel for you, brother) is just behind with a solid 4 months of shaves vs the 4.8 months with the cheapos. But the next time you don't even need to purchase the handle, and you can get 8 more refills (that's at least 8 months of shaves!) for $30. So add that to the $20 for the starter kit of 4-and-a-handle and you've spent $50 on a full year's worth of fine shaving. With me so far?
For the cheapo razors, at 4.8 months, you must purchase 2.5 cartons of 144 to get the same number of shaves. Only you can't purchase half cartons, and you therefore must purchase 3 at $26.49 each. That's a grand total of $79.47 vs $50 for the Fusion5.
It's a no-brainer! .... Anyway ...
These are also great for shaving your private parts. I did that for a few months, and it really feels good, but it's a lot of maintenance, and I'm a fairly low-maintenance guy. But while I did, I can remember only nicking myself "down there" once using the Fushion5. And it wasn't a big deal at all.
Take care of your face (and your private place). It's the only one you've got. Use Fusion5, dude.
Gillette Fusion5 Razors for Men, 1 Razor, 4 Blade Refills, Lubrastrip for a More Comfortable Shave
4.7 | 37,616 ratings
Price: 15.99
Last update: 01-07-2025
About this item
REFILLS FIT ALL GILLETTE 5-BLADE RAZOR HANDLES (excluding GilletteLabs)
LUBRICATION STRIP fades when you are no longer getting an optimal shave
5 ANTIFRICTION BLADES provide a shave you can barely feel
SOFT MICROFINS help to smooth and stretch skin before the razor blades preparing hairs to be cut
UP TO 1 MONTH of shaves with each refill
LUBRICATION STRIP fades when you are no longer getting an optimal shave
5 ANTIFRICTION BLADES provide a shave you can barely feel
SOFT MICROFINS help to smooth and stretch skin before the razor blades preparing hairs to be cut
UP TO 1 MONTH of shaves with each refill
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Top reviews from the United States
Shawny
My Fave Disposable (Reusable!) Razor -- More Environmentally Friendly Than Brand-X
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2023
TD
It's about time
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2024Dan Russell
The Best Razor Blade And Handle Money Can Buy
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024lao yang
good
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2024Joe
Very nice cut
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2024Christy
The best
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024Aaron wolf
High quality razors for both head and face.
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2024Eric J. Bridge
Works well and feels good in my hand.
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024