However, not everyone is springing for a high-tech shave.

Meet the Experts

What Is a Shavette?

Pros

Cons

What Is a Straight Razor?

The Art of Shaving straight razor with wooden handle on leather cushion

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One side is the handle, which you hold, and the other is the blade, Roi explains.

The whole tool folds in half and, when folded, the blade sits inside the handle for safety.

Shavettes vs. Straight Razors

Deciding between shavettes vs. straight razors comes down to practicality.

After you get that down, then by all means go for a straight razor.

It uplifts the experience from a chore into a self care ritual.