I'm a licensed cosmetologist, so I care way too much about what sits on our bathroom counter. If it's going to live there, it has to look good and actually work.
My husband, meanwhile, was still shaving with those bright-blue plastic razors. He rushed through it every morning and nicked himself constantly, and his skin always looked irritated. It drove me nuts.
So, this year I bought him the Supply Single Edge SE. Honestly, I thought it would just clean up the counter. But it ended up doing more than that.
It's Not for Every Guy - And That's Why It Works
If your guy just wants the quickest shave possible, this won't be his thing. But if he likes good design and quality tools or just appreciates doing things properly, he'll get into it right away.
It's a single-blade razor, so you can't just zip through your shave. You have to slow down a little. That's kind of the magic.
The Shift I Didn't Expect
The first few days, he was unsure. Then, he told me it felt like "learning to drive a stick shift"—a little different at first, then suddenly it makes sense.
Once he got the hang of it:
- His skin calmed down
- The ingrown-hair spots disappeared
- He actually started enjoying shaving
And for me? The counter finally looked clean. No more plastic bits everywhere.
It Made Both Our Mornings Better
His skin looks smoother and less irritated. He's not rushing like he used to. And that razor looks great sitting out—simple, matte, solid.
It's one of those small upgrades that ends up changing the whole vibe of the morning.
Why It Worked So Well for Him
The Supply Single Edge SE has some weight to it, so it naturally slows him down. He lets the blade do the work instead of pressing hard like he did with cartridges. And Supply gives him little tips and videos, so the learning curve doesn't feel like a big deal.
For guys who get irritation or bumps, that slower, cleaner pass makes a difference fast.
Who I'd Recommend It For
A man who:
- Notices good design
- Gets annoyed by cheap-feeling tools
- Would rather own one great thing than ten disposable ones
- Likes the idea of a routine becoming something better
If that sounds like him, this is a perfect gift.
Final Thought
This wasn't just a razor swap. It genuinely improved his skin—and honestly, our mornings.
He got a better shave. I got a better-looking bathroom. Everybody wins.
