Disposing of Razor Blades » simply and safely | Guide

Sharp razor blades usually don't stay sharp for too long.

To enjoy a really clean shave, you should change the razor blade every 1 to 5 shaves on average.

This depends on how thick and dense your beard hair is. But how can you dispose of the razor blade?

Since there are sometimes adventurous opinions and stories about this, we want to provide some clarity.

 

How do you dispose of razor blades properly?

How to best dispose of razor blades is quickly explained: Razor blades are considered hygiene products and can be easily disposed of in household waste.

You have several options for this.

First collect razor blades in a stylish blade collector

If you don't want to dispose of each blade individually, you can get a so-called blade collector, also known as a blade bank.

The blade collector is a bit like a piggy bank. Instead of money, however, you throw in the old razor blades for disposal.

You can collect several blades in it. When the container is a bit fuller, you can dispose of the blades together.

You get razor blades with every safety razor and straight razor with replaceable blade from us. Feel free to check out all the shaving products in the shop.

Wrap individual razor blades in paper

Of course, you can also dispose of the used blades directly in the residual waste.

To avoid injuries, it is best to wrap the blades in an old piece of newspaper or tissue and then throw the small bundle into the trash can.

This way, no one can cut themselves, and your trash bag cannot be accidentally sliced open.

Razor blades belong in the residual waste

Razor blades can be disposed of in residual waste in Germany and Austria. Never throw them in the yellow bag or a public metal recycling container. Also, never flush them down the toilet.

This poses a great risk of injury to maintenance personnel working in the sewer system.

This is how you can dispose of razor blades even more sustainably

If you want to be a bit more sustainable when disposing of loose razor blades, you can try three things:

1. Some drugstores accept old razor blades. Organic markets occasionally do this as well.
   
   
2. Some recycling centers have a special container for razor blades. Just check if yours is one of them.
   
   
3. Metal dealers might also be interested in the blades. However, don't show up with just one or two.

Bonus Tip: Safety Razors & Straight Razors are the Much Better Option

If you use a safety razor or a straight razor, you can make an additional contribution to sustainability.

Expert tip: The blades can be used on both sides and ends in both cases, resulting in less waste.

Additionally, a well-maintained safety razor lasts much longer and is more cost-effective in the long run.

Plastic razors are also not as sturdy, and the replacement blades are much more expensive. Furthermore, you can sharpen your straight razor.

Whether a safety razor or straight razor is better for shaving is up to you. Take a look at the shaving products and let yourself be convinced by one or both.

Conclusion

Not only because we can save blades, but we are also fans of the safety razor. The shaving experience with it is simply so much more authentic and real - just check out our shop.

There you will find everything that belongs to a home barbershop.

Feel free to get an overview of our entire range in the shaving section. You are sure to find something.

How do you handle your razor blades?

Do you want to learn more about shaving accessories & their hygiene? Then check out these articles:

• Safety Razor or Straight Razor
• Razor Blade - Everything You Need to Know
• Change Safety Razor Blade