SHAVING COST?
A simple way to work out what shaving really costs you each year, and where the savings are.
Most of us have no idea what shaving costs per year, because the money disappears in small purchases: a pack of cartridges here, a can of foam there. Here’s a simple way to add it up, and where the savings usually are.
What to Count
Usually the biggest cost. It’s the price of one cartridge multiplied by how many you use in a year.
A can or tube lasts a certain number of weeks. Work out how many you buy in a year.
A balm or moisturiser. It’s easy to forget, but it adds up.
A one-off cost. Divide it by the number of years you’ll keep it.
The Five-Minute Calculation
If you change your blade weekly, that’s 52 a year. If you change it every two weeks, it’s 26.
Action: Be honest about how often you really change it.Divide the pack price by the number of cartridges in the pack. Compare unit prices, not pack prices.
Action: Include delivery if you pay for it.Blades per year multiplied by price per cartridge gives your yearly cartridge cost.
Action: Write the number down.Estimate how long each lasts, then work out what you spend in a year.
Action: Check your last two purchase dates.Divide the handle price by the years you’ll use it, and add it on.
Action: This is usually the smallest number.- Cartridges per year × price per cartridge
- + cream or gel per year
- + aftercare per year
- + handle price ÷ years you’ll keep it
- = your yearly cost of shaving
Where the Savings Are
A bigger pack often lowers the price per cartridge. Always look at the cost of each one, and check delivery charges.
Shaving wet, using light pressure and drying the razor helps each cartridge last its full life. See how to make your blades last longer.
More blades or extra features don’t always mean a better shave for you. Choose a razor that’s comfortable, and pay for what you’ll use.
The False Economy of Stretching Blades
Using a blade for far longer than its best can save a little money, but a worn blade tugs and drags, which can lead to irritation. See how often to change your blade and our razor burn guide.
Checking a Subscription’s Real Cost
Divide the monthly price by the number of cartridges included, and add any delivery charge. Then compare it with what you spend now. Look for plans that let you change, delay or cancel, so you only pay for the blades you use. Our razor subscriptions guide covers what to check.
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Frequently asked questions
It depends on your razor, how often you change blades and what products you use. Use the formula above to work out your own number.
About once a week for regular shaving. See how often to change your blade.
It depends on the unit price and the delivery cost. Divide the monthly price by the number of cartridges, and include delivery in your sums.
Not necessarily, but a razor that needs more passes, more pressure or frequent replacements can cost you more in blades and skin comfort.
Yes. The starter kit is £9.99 with free UK delivery, and you can change, delay or cancel your subscription at any time for free.
Shaving costs are small and steady, which is why most people never add them up. Do the five-minute calculation once, compare unit prices, and don’t stretch blades past their best.