Wet shaving vs. dry shaving – What really suits you? The decision: wet shaving or dry shaving? Many men know it: The daily shave should be quick, look good, and be as gentle on the skin as possible. Some swear by the classic wet shave – others have consciously chosen the electric dry shave. And both are absolutely justified. Here's a brief overview: Advantages of dry shaving: Usually goes faster Easy to use, especially on the go Skin is less directly stressed Disadvantages of dry shaving: Less thorough shaving result Stubble felt again faster Friction and heat can still cause irritation Cleaning the devices requires maintenance effort Advantages of wet shaving: Especially smooth and long-lasting shaving results Care of the skin with warm water and shaving foam Conscious shaving ritual possible Disadvantages of wet shaving: Higher skin stress possible if technique or preparation is not correct Risk of razor burn with a dull blade or incorrect handling A bit more time-consuming than dry shaving Why many men have chosen dry shaving – and what frustrates them Many who opt for dry shaving today have good reasons: they wanted to avoid skin irritation, razor burn, or ingrown hairs that occurred with their previous wet shaving. A big problem with that: Dull blades that pulled too hard on the hair Too much pressure on the skin because rigid blades hardly gave way Insufficient skin preparation Expensive system blades that have been used for too long out of thriftiness It's not the wet shave itself that stresses the skin – it's dull, inflexible blades and lack of preparation. A modern answer to old problems: The SHAVENT This is where the SHAVENT Flex Head Razor comes in. It was developed to rethink the classic wet shave – gentle, flexible, and plastic-free. What the SHAVENT does differently: Flexible pivoting head: The blades adapt to your contours. Three classic Half blade for thorough, gentle shaves. No expensive system blades needed: Use Half blade in professional quality. Less skin stress through flexible blade guidance and optimal preparation. Here you can learn more about the functionality of the SHAVENT. Tips: How to achieve skin-friendly wet shaving with SHAVENT Thorough preparation: Use warm water and a mild shaving soap like our Solid Shaving Bar. Good blades, change them in time: Use fresh blades like the Derby Professional Half blade or the Perma Sharp blades. Little pressure, lots of glide: Gently guide the SHAVENT – the Flex head does the rest. Aftercare: Soothe and care for the skin after shaving. Conclusion: Dry or wet – it's about what feels good for you Dry shaving was and is a good decision for many men. If you feel comfortable with it, that's exactly right. But maybe you feel like giving wet shaving another chance – without the problems from before. The SHAVENT is your invitation to: thorough, gentle, and sustainable. Here is the SHAVENT starter set – including a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Wet shaving vs. dry shaving – What really suits you?The decision: wet shaving or dry shaving?Many men know it: The daily shave should be quick, look good, and be as gentle on the skin as possible. Some swear by the classic wet shave – others have consciously chosen the electric dry shave.And both are absolutely justified. Here's a brief overview:Advantages of dry shaving:Usually goes fasterEasy to use, especially on the goSkin is less directly stressedDisadvantages of dry shaving:Less thorough shaving resultStubble felt again fasterFriction and heat can still cause irritationCleaning the devices requires maintenance effortAdvantages of wet shaving:Especially smooth and long-lasting shaving resultsCare of the skin with warm water and shaving foamConscious shaving ritual possibleDisadvantages of wet shaving:Higher skin stress possible if technique or preparation is not correctRisk of razor burn with a dull blade or incorrect handlingA bit more time-consuming than dry shavingWhy many men have chosen dry shaving – and what frustrates themMany who opt for dry shaving today have good reasons: they wanted to avoid skin irritation, razor burn, or ingrown hairs that occurred with their previous wet shaving.A big problem with that:Dull blades that pulled too hard on the hairToo much pressure on the skin because rigid blades hardly gave wayInsufficient skin preparationExpensive system blades that have been used for too long out of thriftinessIt's not the wet shave itself that stresses the skin – it's dull, inflexible blades and lack of preparation.A modern answer to old problems: The SHAVENTThis is where the SHAVENT Flex Head Razor comes in. It was developed to rethink the classic wet shave – gentle, flexible, and plastic-free.What the SHAVENT does differently:Flexible pivoting head: The blades adapt to your contours.Three classic Half blade for thorough, gentle shaves.No expensive system blades needed: Use Half blade in professional quality.Less skin stress through flexible blade guidance and optimal preparation.Here you can learn more about the functionality of the SHAVENT.Tips: How to achieve skin-friendly wet shaving with SHAVENTThorough preparation: Use warm water and a mild shaving soap like our Solid Shaving Bar.Good blades, change them in time: Use fresh blades like the Derby Professional Half blade or the Perma Sharp blades.Little pressure, lots of glide: Gently guide the SHAVENT – the Flex head does the rest.Aftercare: Soothe and care for the skin after shaving.Conclusion: Dry or wet – it's about what feels good for youDry shaving was and is a good decision for many men. If you feel comfortable with it, that's exactly right.But maybe you feel like giving wet shaving another chance – without the problems from before.The SHAVENT is your invitation to: thorough, gentle, and sustainable.Here is the SHAVENT starter set – including a 30-day money-back guarantee.