# SHAVING AT UNIVERSITY: A STUDENT BUDGET GUIDE _Published: 2026-11-12_ [SMARTSHAVE](https://smartshave.co.uk/) [Razors](https://smartshave.co.uk/#products)[Subscribe](https://smartshave.co.uk/student-discount/)[Blog](https://smartshave.co.uk/) Student Guide · On a Budget SHAVING AT UNIVERSITY Shared bathrooms, early lectures and a tight budget. Here’s how to keep a decent shave without overspending. By **SmartShave Editorial**  ·  5 min read · Student Guide £9.99 starter kit includes a premium handle and a cartridge £24.99 monthly plan 3-blade or 5-blade, cancel any time Free UK delivery to your door or your halls 4 SmartShave models SB3 and CB3 (3-blade), GG5 and BB5 (5-blade) Student life is hard on a shave. You’re sharing a bathroom, short of time before a nine o’clock lecture, and watching every pound. A good routine doesn’t need to cost much, but a few habits make a real difference. ## Why Uni Shaving Is Different Money Every Pound Counts Refills are the ongoing cost of a razor, so choosing wisely matters more than the handle. See [the £2-a-week shave](https://smartshave.co.uk/the-2-a-week-shave-is-it-actually-possible/). Space Shared Bathrooms Are Busy There’s little shelf space and plenty of dampness, so a compact setup that dries fast is ideal. Time Mornings Are Rushed Early starts leave a few minutes at most, which is when mistakes and nicks happen. Hygiene A Razor Is Personal Sharing a razor with a flatmate can pass on germs. Keep yours to yourself. ## Three Things to Get Right 1 **Keep the Running Cost Low** Start with a starter kit, then choose refills on a schedule you control so you aren’t paying for blades you don’t need. See [subscription vs supermarket](https://smartshave.co.uk/razor-subscription-vs-supermarket-which-saves-you-more/). Action: Compare the price per cartridge. 2 **Never Share Your Razor** Even a quick borrow can pass on germs, especially if either of you nicks yourself. Keep your own razor and don’t lend it. Action: Keep it in your room, not the bathroom. 3 **Rinse and Dry It** A razor left wet in a damp bathroom isn’t at its best. Rinse it, shake it dry and store it somewhere dry. See [how to clean your razor](https://smartshave.co.uk/how-to-clean-your-razor/). Action: Rinse, shake, store dry. ## A Quick Morning Shave Step 1 **Warm water** Splash your face with warm water, or shave at the end of your shower, to soften the stubble. Step 2 **Lather up** Apply shaving cream or gel. It protects skin far better than water or soap alone. Step 3 **Light strokes** Shave with the grain, rinsing the blade often, with no pressure. See [how to shave properly](https://smartshave.co.uk/how-to-shave-properly/). Step 4 **Rinse and moisturise** Rinse with cool water, pat dry and moisturise before you leave. ## Student Mistakes vs the Better Way #### ✗ The Common Mistakes - Borrowing a flatmate’s razor - Using the same blade for months - Dry shaving in a rush - Leaving the razor wet on the sink - Buying the cheapest pack with expensive refills #### ✓ The Better Way - Keeping your own razor - Changing cartridges when they dull - Using warm water and shaving cream - Rinsing, shaking dry and storing it dry - Checking the cost of refills first Not sure when to swap a blade? See [how often to change your blade](https://smartshave.co.uk/how-often-should-you-change-your-razor-blade/). Want the full price picture? Take a look at [our subscription page](https://smartshave.co.uk/student-discount/). ![SmartShave starter kit razor with pivoting action head](https://smartshave.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/6.png) Starter kit Start Uni Without Overspending: £9.99 - Premium handle with a quality rubber grip - Pivoting action head - Strip with vitamin E and aloe - Free UK delivery [3-blade kit: £9.99](https://smartshave.co.uk/checkout-page-cb3/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=shaving-at-university-student-guide&utm_content=mid-3blade)[5-blade kit: £9.99](https://smartshave.co.uk/checkout-page-bb3/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=shaving-at-university-student-guide&utm_content=mid-5blade) One handle and one cartridge. Change, delay or cancel any time. ## What customers say ★★★★★ “Excellent product, handle has a real weighty and quality feel” Jonathan T. · Trustpilot · March 2026 ★★★★★ “My now razor of choice” Damion O. · Trustpilot · February 2025 ★★★★★ “Very good quality yet reasonably priced” Chrissy · Trustpilot · November 2020 Rated 4.5/5 from 15 reviews. [Read them all on Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/smartshave.co.uk). ## Frequently asked questions How much should a student spend on shaving? You can start for £9.99 with the SmartShave starter kit. If you want regular refills, the monthly plan is £24.99 and you can change, delay or cancel at any time. Can I share a razor with my flatmate? It’s best not to. Sharing a razor can pass on germs, particularly if either of you has a nick. Keep your own. Can I have a razor delivered to my halls? SmartShave delivers free in the UK. Check that your halls can accept parcels, and give a delivery address where someone can receive it. Can I try SmartShave without a long commitment? Yes. Start with the £9.99 starter kit, which includes a premium handle. You can change, delay or cancel at any time for free. → The Verdict Keep it cheap, keep it yours. A student shave is about low running costs and good habits. Compare the price of refills, never share a razor, and keep it clean and dry between shaves. #### A Simple Way to Get Set Up SmartShave’s starter kit is £9.99: a premium handle and a cartridge, delivered free in the UK. [Get the Starter Kit](https://smartshave.co.uk/student-discount/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=shaving-at-university-student-guide&utm_content=sidebar) Student Checklist - Compare refill prices - Never share your razor - Rinse and dry after use - Warm water and shaving cream - Moisturise before lectures SmartShave Plans - Starter Kit: £9.99 - 3-blade monthly: £24.99 - 5-blade monthly: £24.99 - Free UK delivery · Cancel anytime Keep Reading - The £2-a-Week Shave - How to Shave Properly - How to Clean Your Razor Rated 4.5/5 See what customers say on [Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/smartshave.co.uk). ### Uni on a budget. Get a £9.99 SmartShave starter kit with a premium handle, delivered free in the UK. Change, delay or cancel any time. 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