Blade Replacement
The practice of replacing razor blades regularly. The AAD recommends replacing single-blade razors after roughly 5–7 shaves and storing razors dry to reduce bacterial growth and irritation.
Category: Shaving.In men's style, "blade replacement" belongs to the Shaving family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.
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