“Cheap, simple, and… actually good?”
When you’re out of your usual razor and forced to grab whatever’s at the drugstore, sometimes you end up with the BIC Sensitive Single Blade Razor—a plastic disposable that costs less than a candy bar. But does it actually work? I put it to the test.
First Impressions: “This Feels Like a Toy”
- Construction: Ultra-light plastic handle—feels flimsy compared to weighted multi-blade razors.
- Blade: Just one single edge, no fancy lubricating strips or pivoting head.
- Price: At ~$0.25 per razor, expectations were low.
Pre-Shave Prep:
- Hot water rinse
- Shave oil (to help glide)
- Cremo shaving cream (applied with a brush for maximum lift)
The Shave: “Wait, Did It Even Cut Anything?”
The Good:
✅ No Irritation – Single blade = less tugging, fewer ingrown hairs.
✅ Easy to Rinse – No clogged blades (unlike some 5-blade monsters).
✅ Dirt Cheap – Won’t cry if you drop it in a hotel sink.
The Bad:
❌ Multiple Passes Needed – Had to go over spots 2-3 times for a clean shave.
❌ Blade Dulls Fast – Felt it losing sharpness mid-shave.
❌ No Weight – Felt like shaving with a plastic spoon.
Biggest Surprise?
- For a “disposable,” it handled 3 days of stubble—but barely.
Who’s This Razor For?
✔ Sensitive skin (less drag = less redness)
✔ Travel/emergencies (TSA-friendly, no guilt if lost)
✔ Minimalists (no BS, just a blade)
Skip If:
- You like one-pass shaves
- You swear by weighted handles
- You have thick, coarse hair
“It’s fine.” Not great, not terrible. Does the job if you’re in a pinch, but don’t expect Gillette-level smoothness.
Pro Tip: Use shave oil + hot water—it needs all the help it can get.