Wet Shave Review Leaf Razor Hybrid Cartridge Safety Razor Shave Experience

[@JohnHartConductor]

I’ve said it before, but I love the transparency and willingness to confront bias - kudos, folks!

[@burkebair]

I have one and to get the shave I prefer I have to load 3 feather blades. It shaves good. My only complaint it that I feel the spring is too light and the head too big. My wife now uses it to shave her legs. P.S. I was an original backer and got the rose gold finish. That finish had issues where its now turning black in a lot of areas. I send Leaf pictures and they sent me a brand new razor. Excellent customer service! If you like easy, affective and cartridge like shaves the Leaf is a great razor. Nice video.

[@WazzuCougrrs]

I bought this so my girls could do their legs with all the DE blades I have gone away from like the new, not-as-good Astra greens that I bought my usual 100 box and got unpleasantly surprised by the change in the blades. They work great shaving legs, armpits etc. I must admit, I loaded up two halves of a Voskhod and shaved with it. Really liked the way it sets pressure and angle. Lets you cruise through a shave. Not good for sideburns and really hard to use under the nose. I grabbed my Game Changer for those spots. I really like the Leaf. If I were keeping it in my den I’d use it for the cleanup pass with 3 mild blades loaded. Treets or Derbys etc. It excels on the jawline and neck. Seems like it would be an okay dome shaver too, if you’re into that. Mom and daughter both love the Leaf. They leave it by my sink when it’s time to change the blades.

[@johnkiser1410]

What DE blades are you using now? Also any advice on how to get the lowest point of shaving area? Like collar area.

[@thenakedshaver1301]

My wife loves The Leaf. Lots of spring which did not work great on my beard but it found its home on her counter.

[@kensurfs]

I liked it. I use Wilkinson swords in mine. 👍👍Nice review Matt. Under the nose is tough.

[@heylookiutube]

I just used mine for the first time and hopped on KZbin for reviews. As a woman, this razor really changes the game. I was trying a standard, fixed DE razor and found it difficult for the legs and underarms. The leaf razor feels just like a cartridge, and I'm not scared at all of trying it quickly in the shower next time. There's your market-- ladies looking to make the change :)

[@BillyJBailey]

How is it around “sensitive” areas? My wife uses a DE but gets razor rash and wants me to get her something that will work better.

[@gnashings]

I have been enjoying your videos, and found them really informative and entertaining. I recently bought a Bluebeard's Revenge shavette and a sample pack of razors from your fine company, and just wanted to say a huge thank you, the service, communication and just all around experience was top notch. You love what you do, you're passionate about it, and it shows in every aspect, from these videos to the customer experience. All the best to you!

[@alanhassall]

I was using Gillette’s Fusion cartridge razor for a long time and decided that I wanted less expensive blades. I ordered the combo pack where I got the Leaf and the Twig. Overall, I like the Leaf and use it on weekdays when I’m in a bit of a hurry. I use the Twig to clean up under my nose. I have used the Twig on its own and it did a fine job also. I especially like being able to take the blades out to clean between them. Can’t do that with a Fusion and it loads up quickly. After using these and watching your videos, I found a Fatboy and a Slim razor in good shape on Ebay and purchased them so that so could try true DE shaving. I tend to use the Slim on weekends when I’m not in so much of a hurry. I’m still blown away at the thought that I’m shaving with a razor that someone put together 60 years ago.

[@troyjenkins3886]

Thanks for an honest review,been on the fence about getting one but this helps a lot.👍

[@ronireland3389]

You present your videos in an informative, yet friendly, way which I enjoy. Not overly long just to fill time with needless talk (BS). Good job. I have a Leaf, and agree with all your opinions. I am still working on the right combo for number of blades to use and their placement.

[@PaulLeMay3218]

I purchased one as well. For me it does not give as close as have as I would like. Usually I load one blade only in it. It would be a great razor for those fed up with the price of cartridge razors. Well worth the money. 😎🇨🇦

[@Mattjki]

Why not add more blades for a closer shave? Thanks.

[@markdarakjian2472]

This is the best razor I have ever used! I’ve been using a de saftey razor for a while,but not any more. I get such a close ,irrigation free with this Leaf razor,it’s soo amazing. Also what a beautiful razor it is, I have the gold Leaf. You have to get one it’s that good, also if you go across the grain under the nose it’s perfect.

[@joemac3748]

I’m a head shaved and the leaf with 3 feather blades gives me a faster, closer, and more comfortable shave every time. My go to for my head. But for my face I prefer a DE razor or their twig with feather blades!

[@chrisbedetto8749]

You name it I have it from a marker slant to a Rex ambassador. I was so tempted I'm buying the one razor Genesis. The reason why I didn't was because it used the proprietary blade. I really wanted to try a single edge blade but I really don't want to spend $350 for it to see if I liked it. I wound up buying a twig razor from leaf shave. Definitely a difference from a double edge but I love it. I then bought the leaf razor with the three blades using a double edge non proprietary blade. I don't believe you can get razor burn on your face with the leaf razor no matter what you do unless of course you don't use shaving cream. The only negative thing I can say about it is getting underneath your nose it's a little challenging but you can do it so that's really very little of a complaint considering it was only $87. Loved your review keep up the good work and I'll keep watching. Thank you

[@honeypower]

Totally agree with the running water Vs swishing in sink thing, just not the same at all. Plus running tap water is way cleaner?? Wish this razor had a smaller head for one or two blades only. The three is unnecessary

[@Lew114]

Thanks for this video. I'm trying to switch to a DE razor for environmental and financial reasons. It is not going well. It takes me forever to shave and I'm hacking my face to bits. I'm going to stick with the DE for a little longer to see if I can get the hang of it, but this is going to be my fallback plan.

[@alexland74]

Great video! I will be buying one of those to try it out! Thank you!

[@jerome6051]

I bought my leaf shaver a year ago added 3 feather blades the shave was so efficient it almost look the fun out of shaving but this is a shaver I greatly appreciate.

[@anthonypalermo7143]

I will definitely stick with DE or SE shaving. However, I think this is an amazing product to bridge the gap so to speak. When people get interested in switching and becoming wet shavers, this could help them feel much more comfortable.

[@dunch1988]

I shave my head and have switched to the Leaf and twig over a Fusion. I bought a 100 pack of astra green de blades and I'm not even 1/4 of the way through them and I've probably evened out on cost now.... From here on its all savings!

[@TheWilkReport]

Interesting tool, there! The biggest reason for me other than curiosity for switching to safety razors, was the high cost of replacement cartridges. I never really had any noticeable issues with razor bumps or ingrown hairs, only irritation. But shelling out $25-$30 for a four-pack of cartridges on my Gillette Fusion was killing my bank account. I am apprehensive about having to break a safety blade in half in order to load it into the razor. I hope the blades the site advertises coming with the razor come already prepared for loading. Otherwise, I'm uncomfortable doing that.

[@ArmenChakmakian]

This is the first video I've seen from you. Love it. Looking fwd to seeing more! I have to admit when I saw the razor I thought, "no way," but you've changed my mind :-) Thanks!

[@RazorEmporium]

glad to hear!

[@SpartanWolf222]

I was hoping you might have touched on the company's idea of recycling the razor blades since the Leaf razor offers to take back your razors to re-purpose them. I know that Abatross, another similar kind of company/brand which offers a couple DE razors of their own, has a Blade Take Back program where they'll take any blades from you to make silverware out of them. If you have any other helpful suggestions for what to do with dull blades, I'd be interested.

[@clontstable1]

I’ve finally sprung for the Leaf. I already own quite a number of vintage & newer safety razors. My intent is to use this for shaving in the shower & a quick shave when I’m in a hurry.

[@cameronbell415]

I'm thinking of getting the leaf and for similar purposes as you mentioned (essentially a 2 minute shave rushing out the door) How do you find the leaf?

[@JeffRydman]

Well engineered and constructed. I had an issue with needing two razors for one shave. It was very comfortable to use though.

[@barryesau1653]

I could see this being a gateway razor for someone starting to get into traditional wet shaving.

[@bigharryyy03]

My experience with wet shaving so far: -Started with Van Der Hagen, which is a rebranded Weishi with rebranded Merkur blades. Mild razor, horrible blades. -Switched to Derby Extra Blades, which were better, but still far from perfect. -Switched to OneBlade Core with Feather FHS-10 blades. Decent razor, but aggressive blades. No more nicks and cuts, but razor burn came back. -Switched to Parker 96R with Parker blades. No more razor burn with Parker blades, but started cutting myself again. Will try Parker blades in a Leaf razor to see how that does.

[@StrikerV3]

Story of my life xD no matter the razor or blade my face (especially neck) can not be happy! xD

[@rodrigogar]

very interesting! I just started wet shaving and got a DE razor, I feel like this could be a great way to get people started into wet shaving, more specifically for those scared or reluctant to abandon their cartridge razors. The advantage is you get the familiar handle and movement, but also cheap blades! Now I am intrigued to get one, plus will be showing this video to one of my best friends who I told I started wet shaving and wasn't very much into the idea hehe.

[@albertcastro409]

Your videos are always great. And you make me want to shave when I see you do these shave videos you make. Thank You.

[@teamhazardous201]

I just bought one. Havent shaved with it yet but excited to see how it does for a good head shave.

[@soundguyed]

Matt. I love that you have your family on set. When are you going to do a shave with your son? Both my children love shaving with me. My daughter especially.

[@KL-gg5sb]

This is great for legs, underarms etc. I think it's marketed towards people who shave their body rather than just facial shaving but it's awesome none the less and reduces the use of plastic disposable razors for women!

[@mikeh9701]

Hi Matt- Nice shave and razor review; thank you! Always great to see different products on the videos and your impressions of them! Take care and best regards!

[@rahl169]

I Really really wanted to love the leaf razor. I bought one, and it works so well on most of my face. However, it just can’t get the hair under my nose, which looks ridiculous, so I have to have a separate razor which can get that hair. This totally defeats the purpose of having an environmentally safe razor. I tried something new, but I’ll be going back to a safety razor, which has never failed me.

[@KHLthe2nd]

Rinsing is a necessity with the Leaf. To me that's the one main drawback: how easily it clogs. However, it's a great overall product.

[@LeoDodier]

It was awesome to see something new that actually seems to work well, thanks! I tried the OneBlade and it was not for me, I resold it.

[@admendoza8537]

Looks like a great shaver to me. My wife just doesn't understand why I need 20 different razors. I asked her the same thing about her shoes ;)

[@jeofreypereira]

Great review!! Just shaved with the leaf razor and Twig before watching this video! Excellent as the day I bought it!! I'm now preferring Feather in the twig. Works best for me that way. Other blades I've used.. Although do the job.... don't feel as great as the Feather in the twig. For the leaf though, no special preference on blades. Works well with anything I've put in it thus far... I'm still experimenting after 8 months... I use all 3 slots as using only 1 or 2 blades didn't feel good for me.

[@terrym1065]

Nice one Matt, glad you're happy with the results using the Leaf system. Yeah same here, looks kinda clunky with the big head but with the plastic trim razor included, maybe it's doable. Just not for me, but could see cart users maybe switching over. I have no experience with it, so, glad you did the experiment and review. Thanks. Enjoy!

[@koosk41]

I wish you did the razor and 'trimmer' justice by shaving the moustache and goatee too. My concern would definitely be around the moustache area. The concept looks great.

[@myblueskynight]

Very interesting concept and design! I will never give up my vintage Gillette DE’s, but I think this is pretty cool! I am going to have to try breaking one of my blades in half, you make it look so easy. It looks kind of scary...HAHAHAHA! Thanks for another fun video!👍😊

[@peteschiavoni]

Very cool review of a new product. I’m a head shaver and still would go with a standard DE razor.

[@JJ-rf7dg]

I was in the military and wish this came out sooner.

[@mherke]

Thanks Matt. I have not yet tried an alternative DE blade razor yet. They look like a good alternative for people not wanting a DE style razor, but still want to save money on blades.

[@johngilmore9517]

I love the leaf. It’s almost like cheating. So easy to use.

[@BinManSays87]

Dude I don't know if you're still keeping up with the channel but I'd love to see one made for the Wilkinson's sward classic as it looks very much like classic Gillette super speed with a longer handle and honestly I think it'd suit your style as they're meant to be pretty mild

[@crawdaddydoo]

Nice video, I wanted to learn more about this razor.

[@tommyrojas1571]

Seems like a great thing to have ready for travel and just fast shaves wish i could buy it separately however

[@Theholyblack]

Been wondering about these, great review, Matt!

[@jasperjones6857]

Surprised how much you like this, given the troubles you had with the Oneblade. I'd rather pay a Leaf price than a Oneblade. And I'd rather choose my own favorite DE blade, too.

[@damontg95]

I just bought a Leaf razor a couple weeks ago and I love it! Question, do they sell the plastic twig finisher? Great review!

[@jeremytyler7843]

I’ve seen the Leaf razor, but was never tempted to pick one up.

[@ricjefferson1493]

Very interesting. Great information as always! Have a great weekend, Matt! 💈💈

[@VancouverDave]

Rinse versus Swish? I find that rinse only removes some of the hair. Swish removes all the hair. And faster too. At least with the cartridge razor ...

[@leekhan8948]

If it was cartridge like the head would not be so wide as to hinder doing a normal vertical pass under the nose. Right?

[@VancouverDave]

@@leekhan8948 even with the safety razor, I find it tricky to get those few hairs under the nose (I am sporting a goatee at the moment, but like to clean-up the strays. Maybe that’s a job for the trimmer ...). Still better than the big modern disposable razors though.

[@shawnrodgers2180]

The leaf razor is expensive. But I do have a question, ive never used a brush to lather before and just need to know what kind of brush to use

[@RazorEmporium]

Check out our lather making video where we shoot out / talk about boar vs. badger vs. horse vs. synthetic.

[@bettertoburnoutthanfadeawa2897]

the Leaf razor is a excellent allternative way to use DE blades!

[@michaelzdanis3979]

Kind of looks like a solution in search of a problem to me. But then again, I've been shaving with a DE razor for over 15 years.

[@ttroy350]

I watched a few videos on this, seems to help with sensitive skin also

[@audivargas]

Oh wow it's been a year already.... this is awesome... did I get you guys to try out the leaf? If so there's a new twig I just backed up. Super excited for that. There's also many more like the leaf just not as good... well for my research and experience. I have the Broman razor that I'm not so sure about. I also need help with my straight razor regarding best oil for storing away. (Non toxic)

[@jonathan19947]

The only razors I care about are the old Gillette DE, Muhle R41, Rockwell 6C and the Karve Christopher Bradley razor. Those are the only razors that give me REAL shaves. None of that multi blade razors that barely cut the hair but hey DE is what I choose regardless, theyre more effective, high quality, more fun and humbling to use and they are much more affordable in costs too. Theyre everything you would want in a razor.

[@rif6876]

When inserting the blades, is anything adjustable? Blade gaps or how proud the blades are in relation to the cartridge?

[@RazorEmporium]

Nope. Just insert and shave.

[@joescully8951]

Was looking into that website on Leaf Razor and decided to just stick with my safety razor.

[@noeljames6169]

After seeing your demo, I have ordered one of the Leaf razor I live in the UK, it was £71.43 I will let you know, how I get on with it. Cheers Noel.

[@chaiman3761]

How did you get on with the shave? How was it under the nose?

[@scousewillo62]

Very interesting, a better option than the Focus which seems far to fiddly to load.

[@jkyro87]

Anyone used this on their nether regions? I’ve used DE and safety razors fir years but keep a Gillette around for manscaping because they’re too rough down there.

[@mogget14]

I have been using a DE razor for about 10 years and I finally tried a Defender razor and was surprised by them, Matt should try them out.

[@abrahamchapman]

I ain't buying no REX Ambassador until Matt and Doug get together and figure out a way to make a DOC (double open comb) version happen! My preference is for brass plated in Gun Kote, but i will tolerate a stainless steel version of such an otherwise completely perfect DE razor if stainless steel is the only way to make it happen.

[@demirkafasutlac2343]

not sure if I would want to get this or just go with the one blade.

[@danaemans566]

Just got into the vintage gillettes now i got to change again ? Lol . Great video as always

[@robertgray9802]

$79 though OUCH!! Will you be selling them?

[@lioneltijerina]

Maybe you could do a full shave using only the Twig?

[@stephensmoot8874]

Nice concept great video 👍

[@StancePunk]

Anything like this but not crazy expensive?

[@sarocturtlegaming7306]

It lasts you for life, def. worth the investment. There are other cheaper razors which have the moveable head but are have a single blade.

[@petrub27]

@@sarocturtlegaming7306 mine lasted for 1 year. Then the screw that locks the blade got damage the thread wears off, it rusted. Piece of shait razor

[@1MinuteFlipDoc]

@@petrub27 wow, that sucks! too expensive for 1 year's use!

[@BlueGearReviews]

@ Matt - What is the main difference between PolSilver & PermaSharp?

[@100fredkrueger]

Shave against the grain with my Harry’s razor. Can you shave against the grain with these? I also have a skinny race and my Adam’s apple sticks out quite a bit. I always cut it with my Harry’s. I have OCD so I have to shave everyday. I shave my whole body once a week and my head every three days.

[@kjh4595]

I find the head on the Leaf to be way too big and that the black stoppers on the bottom of the razor scraped against my skin way too much, great price since any DE Blades can be used with it it's just pretty cumbersome in size and the pivot is very very sensitive, I really like the idea though you should give the Focus Dynamic R48 a shot pivoting head with a single DE blade great video

[@sheshaveswithjill4838]

the Focus Dynamic is awful as well...too mild and the blade angle is annoying with the clicking.

[@erikbjerkelund2395]

​Goes to show that everyone is different :) I love the R48 and shave with it daily. Better and more comfortable shave than my traditional DEs, slants, and injectors.

[@jfbrko290]

good lord how would you get underneath your nose with that thing? i dont particularly like having a mustache unless its part of a full beard so this doesnt seem like it would work very well for me in that area specifically.

[@kulkulan223]

Does it get quickly clogged up and hard to clean like cartridges do?

[@davidbenvie9870]

Too complicated for an old guy like me. Sticking with my Parker.

[@TemplarAce]

I think the price point is a bit high. I'd pick one up for about $65US.

[@michaeldietzen8613]

Looks like a pretty cool razor

[@guitarplayerforu]

You're probably actually saving water by rinsing under the Tap as and when you need to, rather than filling a sink full of water and then after the first pass needing to empty it and refill it with clean water again. When I use cartridge razor I'll just swish in the sink but if I'm using a DE razor or the Leaf razor that I've just got, I'll rinse under the Tap as and when I need to.

[@leekhan8948]

Anyone else disappointed its head so wide you cant do the mustach in a vertical pass as normally done with a safety razor? If they correct this i may buy. That is what stops me from buying

[@anthonyvanacore9647]

Any chance you’d do a video commenting on that Gillette commercial everybody’s taking about? Curious your opinions from an historical aspect

[@RazorEmporium]

I really try to avoid social media drama. It got a lot of attention, which maybe they wanted. But it was very different from their 100+ years of ads that we have collected / scanned / archived over at www.razorarchive.com

[@trunkerdixon]

A DE with stabilizer wheels on it then? i do like the names, the leaf and the twig (Twiggy btw is an English model from the 60's so perhaps they can't call it that). T

[@massawax]

Try the OREN Occam's razor

[@MoneyShot702]

Just got a black one last week. Don't care for it. It's going on ebay soon. And it's HUGE.

[@scraig2344]

Idk still to much like a cartridge razor to me,but some people still like them. I’d rather stick to my 46-48 aristocrat ,great clean shave and just drop one blade in and go

[@MrPleers]

New razor on the market ? I saw this in a video of SinatraLennon in july 2018. 6 month's before this video.

[@RazorEmporium]

Cool. It's newer than an Edwin Jagger or Merkur ;)

[@stevenpagitt5617]

A good head shaver for us bald guys.

[@jeronimomacias481]

Interesting razor, different it is.

[@lukerentschler6769]

I WANT THAT SHIRT

[@timshull59]

Checkout Stephen Davidson's channel, he has many vids on his Leaf..Excellent shave!

[@bram6955]

No matter how carefull i shave i keep cutting myself with the leaf razor either with 2 or 3 blades. With my "normal" blades i can shave like a wildman without a single cut; for 100 euro's a complete waste.

[@mikerose51]

I’d put a feather PolSilver and a Gillette Silver blue in at once lol

[@secretsthatwekeep]

Thanks Matt, was waiting for your take on this, but I think I’ll pass.

[@justinsparazynski2642]

I LOVE MY LEAF! I only use it to power through my beard stubble when I hack off my beard for my drill obligations. I found the blade top, and bottom, and leave the middle empty is best. Sure the handle is pricey, but come on.. most of the stuff Matt sells is not cheap. Suck it up you cheap skates.

[@talega1]

This razor is the TeeTz

[@MrUlski]

Where the size of a razor head matters most, is under the nose. You obviously did not try that out.

[@simona1136]

Nice review but I have to say ......... that goatee is SO out of balance. Lop sided.

[@frankdigiovanni4946]

No matter how much they try I’ll never go back to cartridge end of story!!!!