Why is it dangerous to share shaving razors?

Borrowing shaving razors from someone else might sound convenient. Just for the sake of convenience, you may be bringing serious health problems. Sometimes it can prove fatal.

So, Don’t dare to  share shaving razor as you may invite unwanted deadly Health issues ranging from Skin Infection to life threatening Viral diseases like HIV and Hepatitis and other Viral Diseases.

How sharing razors can give you life threatening diseases? 

Razors are made to give you smooth and close shave. It is observed that Razor cuts more than just hair. It may cause micro cuts or scratches on the skin.

 If the blade is old and dull, chances are that you may get more scratches on skin. With micro cuts and scratches, You may not feel the pain or blood coming out. But these cuts may resulting in fluid contacts with Razor Blade causing contamination.  

Also dead skin cells might adhere to the blade surface which may be passed to another person through sharing. This way fluid contacts and bacterial cell can spread from one person to another just by sharing Razors. 

Can you get a disease from using someone's razor?

Trillions of bacteria grows on our body. Chances are that they might get you through contaminated or used products resulting in Skin Allergy, Infections or Deadly Viral Diseases.

Some of the most common diseases you may catch by sharing razors:

Fungal or Yeast Infection:

Yeast is a fungus that lives on Skin, Hair and Nails. Candida Yeast is the most common that grows on Human Skin and may spread from one person to another through used towels & Razors. 

Skin Infection (Bacterial)

30% of the human population is colonized with S. aureus that means increased chances of spread through sharing stuff like Razors. Staphylococcus is known to cause impetigo and shaving folliculitis.

Virus spread

Humans are prone to have Viral Diseases and remain asymptomatic for quite sometime. In such a situation, you never know that the person you are living with or sharing usable articles used by him may get you in trouble. Spreading of contagious viruses that caused Warts and Herpes is possible with sharing of contaminated  shaving razor. 

Can you get STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) from sharing razor?

Transmission of deadly blood borne viruses that causes HIV, Hepatitis B and C is possible through using razors. Viruses can enter body through micro cuts and little abrasions as well, leaving you at risk of developing such viral diseases including STD.

Is it safe to share razor  with my partner?

No. Sharing razors with anyone including your partner is not free from risk.

When it comes to sharing razors with your partner, You never know what kind of bacteria or viruses might be thriving on partners skin. I mean, your partner may not be showing symptoms but still he might be infected with some bacteria or viruses. 

Why use Disposable Razors?

Can you imagine a situation, you be on a holiday trip, forgot to carry your personal razor. Now, you borrowing razor from your partner or friend and returning from holiday with skin irritation and infection caused by using your partners Razor.

Yes. This can be true, if you still using someone else’s razor.

Disposable Razors are single use Razor for removing unwanted body hair from Chest, Underarm and Pubic areas. Disposable Razors are meant to give smooth and close shave without any scratch ot irritation. 

Single Use Razor means its more Hygienic and zero contamination shaving. As you will be using new razor each time, so the chances of bacteria or fungus spread becomes restricted. Among razors, Disposable Skin Prep Razors is the Safest option.

Which is the best Razor for Frequent Traveler  or people on the move.?

Those corporate women, who are on a constant move due to business meetings, get very less time to groom themselves or visiting salon. Disposable Skin Prep Razors are ideal to have smooth and hair free skin.

Disposable Razors are Safe bet to remove body hair. They are easy to carry and Travel Friendly. Now a days, few companies has launched in Travel Friendly Pack that can fit into your purse. Learn More about Safest Shaving Razor Click here

Safe and Convenient Razor for removing body hair for beginner girls

Disposable Skin Prep Razors is the safest and convenient option for Beginners, College Goer ladies to get rid of unwanted body hair and spa like smooth hairless skin at home. 

What are precautions that you need to take while using razor?

Use Disposable Razor Each time you shave:

Ensure your razor is free from contamination and Clean Blade Surface is the first step toward safer Shaving. By using Disposable Razor , you can avoid getting skin infections or other diseases that may spread by using used razors. Click to Learn More

Sharing is Caring but not in case of Razor:
Sharing razors with some other person may seem convenient in some cases but it may bring serious health issues ranging from Bacterial Skin Infection to viral diseases like HIV and Hepatitis.  To Learn Safe way to shave Click Here

Stroke your Razor in the direction of Hairs:

Gliding Razor in the opposite direction of Hair may give you redness, scratches and folliculitis. Its always advisable to Stroke Razors in the direction of Hair Growth for a Smooth Shave.
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Change your Blade or Cartridge regulary:
Many people are obsessed with using same blade for multiple shaves. Some may use the same blade for weeks. But its not a Healthy Habit. Using a dull blade may give you more cuts and scratches causing pain and irritation.

Use Foam or Gel for a smooth shave:

You may think that Soap and Water may give you ample exfoliation and lubrication to glide Razors. But it’s not true. Soap may cause dry, flaky and itching skin after drying.  Shaving Foam or gel is specifically meant to give you smooth shave and keep your skin soft and supple even after drying.
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About Author:

Mr. Baidhya Nath Sah, is a Seasoned Professional with experience of more than a decade in Healthcare Marketing. His writings includes topic related to Healthcare and Healthcare IT. 
He takes keen interest in the areas of Health & Hygiene, Healthcare IT and Business Strategy. 

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