Vikings Blade Review

My granddaughter got me the Vikings Blade for my last birthday. She knows I have a think for shaving but has been preaching the safety blade sermon for a very long time. I've always loved my cartridge razor (I still do) but I have to admit the safety razor is just out of this world. Using it for the first time, I could tell the difference because it left my skin smoother than the cartridge razor. I was a bit nervous because of the sharpness of the blade but I didn't get cut; yet to get cut.

I love the fact that it is a single blade. Thinking back on how much I've spent on cartridge razor blades since I started shaving just leaves me nauseous. The product is beautiful to look at with its chrome-like appearance. I like the fact that it is heavy as I was thinking these new generation tools are always lightweight. To the makers of the Vikings Blade, I would say they did a nice job. Thanks for leaving me with an amazing safety razor shaving experience.

Handling Patchy Beards

Keeping beards has become a new fashion sense for men. Unarguably men have worn beards but this time it seems to become a fashion trend. VikingsBlade is not all about cutting hairs but bringing out the manliness in every man. So today we are going to help men with patchy beards grow them and keep them neat.

Let It Grow

Ok this may not seem like a special tip but it's still a tip nonetheless. Instead of cutting the beards prematurely all the time, leave it to grow out. This doesn't mean you shouldn't trim the edge when due but just let the hair density thicken out for a while.

Brush It Up

The secret to having a good beard is to know how well to groom it. Since your journey is just beginning, you should get acquainted with the act of brushing your beards. Get a good brush with goof bristles. When brushed probably, it gives your beard a full appearance. Hair has got its characteristic length and should, over time, be able to stretch out to partially cover the beard patches.

Buy a Grooming Tool

A good grooming tool is able to support these sparse hairs on your face. There are facial grooming tools in the market for you to use.

Prevent Acne with Safety Razor

Acne is one of the major skin related problems we all face. More men seem to have this acne problem more frequently than others. While it is caused by several factors, the one we focus on right now is shaving. Yes that's right, shaving! Many men don't realize that the way a shave is done and the type of razor used contribute immensely to the outbreak of acne. To get a better understanding of this, it's good to understand the nature of the skin.

Men have a different skin type from females. The pores on the skin of men are bigger than that in females. Acne is caused when too much dirt and oils build up in these pores. Too much shaving with standard razors like cartridges can actually trigger an acne outbreak. This is because cartridge razors use up to 5 blades going over your skin at the same time. This causes excess oils and dirt to be forced down the skin pores. A good safety razor like Vikings Blade has just one sharp blade at a time that cuts through the stubble with necessarily pushing the oils into the pores. 

Is Having Sensitive Skin for Shaving a Myth?

No! Before we start with any explanation, it is important we get that out there. Sensitive skin really does exist and is a common skin issue many dermatologists are aware of and mostly treat. The same can be applied to shaving or the use of shaving products. There are quite a number of reasons to have sensitive skin. Most people tend to push the blame to the razor (although this could be a possibility) but really it is because the person has sensitive skin.

Sensitive skin can be as a result of an allergy or an irritant dermatitis. Just like any allergy, skin allergies that can make the skin sensitive are usually caused by shaving products. The most common cause of having sensitive skin is from bad shaving habits. Most men refuse to admit that they do not know how to shave properly. Shaving is much more than placing a sharp razor on your skin and cutting off all the stubble in its path. Even advanced safetyrazors like the Vikings Blade still need to be used properly to achieve better results. The last cause of having a sensitive skin is more towards genetics. A skin disease like eczema can sometimes be inherited and this predisposes your skin to being sensible. Use safety razor products with mild to moderate aggressive and consult your dermatologist as soon as possible if you are having adverse skin reactions.

Map Your Way to Success with a Clean Shave

There has been this ongoing debate on whether keeping beards or having a clean shave is ideal for success. As funny as this may sound, it is often a heated argument among some men. While more and more men are moving towards the new trend of keeping beards, a resonating question being asked is; are employers hiring them? If success is to be judge in the aspect of employer-employee relationship then maybe, just maybe a point could be proven.

Even with the rise in beard wearing men, employers still find men with clean shaves more appealing. This necessarily doesn't mean beards are synonymous with being unkempt but it's obvious these employers are already boxed in with such mentality. For professional jobs, first impression speaks volumes and a man walking into an interview with a full grown, well-trimmed beard may just not fit right in with the interviewer. Just think of a professional job and you'll see that clean shaves are usually the accepted norm.

When the Vikings Blade organized its Manliest Shave of 2015 competition last year, it showed a cross section of individuals worldwide. A closer look shows that professional employees wear more of clean shaves than entrepreneurs. So when next you're going for an interview, you may want to reduce the beard just to a generally accepted level. After you get the job, you alone can decide if a beard would be needed in your workplace.

Vikings Blade vs Muhle Sophist Double Edge Razor

Muhle is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of double edge razors. The brand began in 1945 and has released several top products ever since then.  The Vikings Blade is yet another product that has had a relative success since its launch. Let us see how well both of these products compare.

Design

The Vikings Blade is made from the strongest combination of bronze and brass alloy. These materials are brilliantly coated with a beautiful chrome plating finish. The product has a length of 3.75” and a weight of 85g. The Muhle Sophist has its handle made from porcelain and a high grade anti-scratch resin. It comes with a well-polished head and chrome knob and the bottom of the handle to complement the design. The product has a length of 4.75” and is considered a long handled razor.

Accessories

The Vikings Blade comes with 5 blades to help give a great shaving experience and also comes with travel case. The travel case ensures the product is kept probably and makes it easy to move it around. The travel case has a mirror embedded in it. The Muhle Sophist does not come with any accessories. All other accessories needed would have to be purchased separately.

Unique Feature

TheVikings Blade has a micro-comb feature fitted perfectly in its advanced butterfly head. The micro-comb ensures there are no cuts during shaving. The butterfly head makes it easy to change blades during shaving. The Muhle Sophist does not have any unique feature that sets it apart from other modern double edge razors.

Vikings Blade Safety Razor Review

I have just one word to describe the Vikings Blade; exceptional! I kept on looking at the razor for quite a while and wondering what's make it so different from the rest. The product certain brings back the manliness in every man. From the shiny chrome plated finish to the ultra-sharp blades, the product is simply amazing. Just when I thought I was the only one in love with the product, my wife has been using my razor for some time now without my knowledge. She's madly in love with it too.

It gives smooth shaves, like really smooth shaves! It comes with a classic handle and fits right well with my hand. The extra 5 blades are nothing short of a blessing. I've been hearing so much of double edge razors but decided to stick with my cartridge razors all this while. I'm just so glad I started with the Vikings Blade. For anyone in doubt about this product, take my word for it and go try it out. It's not even expensive so you won't be wasting money even if you don't like it - I so much doubt that!