Many people think that safety razors are only for shaving your legs, and that they can't be used to shave any other areas. But this is far from the case!

The truth is, a safety razor can be used on any part of your body including bikini line, face, underarm etc. If you're new to safety razor shaving, we'd always recommend starting with the easier areas, such as legs or underarms, before tackling the trickier bits.

Keep it safe and it will last a lifetime!

It's made from high quality metals and powder coated to ensure it avoids rust.*

With blades from just £12/year, a Lane44 razor is a great way to cut the costs of shaving whilst protecting the planet.

*Please note that whilst your razor will never rust, razor blades will rust when exposed to water for prolonged periods of time. Always store your razor in a dry place.

Shaving is a personal thing, and what works for one individual may not work for someone else.

There are many factors that determine how long each blade lasts. The main factors include the type of hair and skin, the thickness of hair and how often a person shaves.

As a general rule of thumb though, we recommend changing your blade after 4-7 shaves. If you're getting a good shave and feeling comfortable with each shave, then stick with it until the blade doesn't perform anymore. If you're getting any irritation or redness, or if the blade is tugging or pulling at the hair instead of cutting smoothly, then it may be time to switch up your blade.

It doesn’t matter how often you shave or how many blades you use, your hair will grow at the exact same rate.

Hair growth, thickness and colour are controlled by genes, not by how often you shave. Your razor just cuts off the top of your hair, it has no impact on the follicle under the skin.

Shaving only gives the illusion that your hair is thicker and darker because you’re left with blunt ends rather than tapered ones.

But once your hairs have been shaved and are growing back in, they will follow their natural genetic course – exactly as if you had left them alone.

Start with hot water to get your skin nice and soft so that hairs are easier to cut through. Shave after a shower or towards the end.

Apply shaving cream and leave for 30 seconds before starting. This will soften the hair even further so that it's more susceptible to being cut through by the razor.

Shave with very light pressure in short, sharp strokes especially on tough areas like underarms, knees and ankles or over joints like wrists and elbows where there's little padding or support underneath. A lot of us naturally apply more pressure when we shave tricky areas because we feel like we're not getting enough coverage if we don't press down harder. 

If you have coarse hair, go over each area twice (first with the grain, then against). If you have fine hair, one pass is usually enough.

Wrap up by rinsing off any remaining soap and patting dry with a towel.

It couldn't be easier.

Place two fingers around the neck of the razor and twist from the base of the handle. The head will open like a butterfly.

Carefully unwrap your blade from the wax paper and gently slide over the ridge. Make sure it's fully pressed down. A little shake generally does the trick.

Then twist the head tight and you're ready to go.

No. Your razor is made from brass and powder coated to give it it's colour whilst also protecting it from rust.

However, razor blades do rust. This is the same as you would experience with disposables. The trick is to keep your razor some place dry and if you can, dry off the blades after use. This will extend their life.

Leaving your razor upright in a stand will help the blades to dry naturally.

The first thing to do is rinse the razor under warm water and give it a good scrub with an old toothbrush (don’t get too vigorous as you may damage your razor). You can also use a little bit of toothpaste on the brush to remove any stubborn stains. This will give you the deep clean you need, but it won't restore the mirror finish your razor once had.

If you want your razor to sparkle like new, you can use products that are made specifically for this purpose. Rubbing alcohol and vinegar are two of the most popular choices, but some people also swear by lemon juice.

Whichever product you choose, simply put a few drops on a soft rag and polish your razor until it is shiny again.

To get a closer shave, you don't need to apply pressure to the razor. You just need to let it do its job.

That's why we designed our razor so that the blades cut directly at the skin level - they're not surrounded by loads of soap pads which push them away from your skin. 

When we designed our razor, we wanted to make sure that when a woman shaves her legs, arm, face, wherever, she's able to get as close as possible to her skin. And so we moved the blades as close to the skin as possible while ensuring they were protected by safety bars.

Many Lane44 users notice they shave less often but this isn't due to stunting hair growth. This is most likely to be because you get a closer shave that lasts longer, so will have to shave less often.

A safety razor cuts your hair at skin level-not below it. This means less friction, less irritation and ingrown hairs, and a smoother shave. If you have sensitive skin, shaving with a safety razor might be better for you than shaving with disposable razors.

Most modern razors have multiple blades. The theory being more blades will give you a close shave. The problem is that these blades cut below the surface of your skin, leaving it vulnerable to ingrown hairs, irritation and razor burn. 

The single blade cuts the hair cleanly, at skin level and due to the weight of the head, no real pressure needs to be applied. This means that there is less chance of irritating your skin or causing ingrown hairs.