Shaving always seems so simple, at least to the untrained eye. You know, just slap on some shaving cream and run the razor’s blade over your face until all the stubble is gone.

Some advise that you dry your blades with a blow dryer after each use. Or, you can drag the razor over an old pair of blue jeans (seriously) because the jean’s fibers dry and sharpen the blades. It even offers convenience and practicality with a refill hook that allows you to hang your blades so that you don’t have to step out of the shower to change them. The Hydro Silk’s blade head is embedded with a water-activated Hydra Renew and Shea Butter serum which foams up on your skin to create a good lather, and Wilkinson Sword claims that this razor will provide hydration for two hours post-shave.

Struggling to find the right razor for the job? After researching over 45 women's razors, we chose 9 top-rated products to test side-by-side. Our in-depth review analyzes important characteristics like ergonomics, feel, longevity, and any special features that a razor may have. Even though many of these razors are disposable, buying and throwing away products just to find one that fits your needs can be costly and wasteful — we offer expert advice to help you find the perfect razor to suit your skin. Whether you're shopping specifically for sensitive skin, durability, disposables, or all-in-ones, we are sure to have something in our test suite that meets your needs.

The first step to getting a great shave is getting rid of those long hairs that your disposable razor just isn’t going to cut. Use an electric beard trimmer to cut down all those long hairs so that your disposable razor can actually do its job. Cutting down all those long hairs will also help prevent ingrown hairs and razor burn, as well as reduce how often you have to replace your disposable razor blades. Here’s something else to consider: it’s harder to clean a razor that has multiple blades because your newly-shaven whiskers have a tendency to clog up between blades. Clogged blades can result in a duller shave.It can be difficult to gauge how something like shaving with different razors will feel via online descriptions and product photos. That's where we come in. We began our testing process in the research phase. First, we spent some time reading up on customer experiences in search of an inclusive and broad test suite. Through this research, we learned or confirmed what we already knew about what consumers are looking for. We then narrowed down our broad internet search to a smaller test suite and commenced to put each and every set through the wringer. We stomped on the handles to make sure they didn't snap. We shaved our legs, bikini parts, armpits, and arms to see how our skin reacted. We shaved each appendage with a different contender to see which one lent the closer shave and passed them out to a small group of women to catch a wider consensus. During our hands-on testing, we paid close attention to ergonomics, feel, special features, and longevity.