Customer Reviews

Gillette Venus Breeze Womens Razor, 1 Razor 2 Razor Refill Cartridges Kit

5 star:		(14)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(6)
1 star:		(11)

 

 

I saw all the not-so-good reviews on this razor and can't figure them out... I LOVE THIS RAZOR. I only had to use it once to be hooked.

A couple reviewers stated that the moisture bars kept them from getting a close shave. The bars bend back, to allow the blades close to the skin as soon as you apply it, so I'm not sure how they are inhibiting a close shave. I've had opposite results.

One person commented that the moisturizer isn't foamy. This is true. It's a light, silky moisturizer and does the job well. My skin isn't dry - just silky smooth.

I can't emphasize enough what a close, comfortable shave this razor provides. I adore it!

I hate to shave my legs but love how easy it is with this--have not replaced the blade in 4 uses, so I'm happy. Close, comfortable, long lasting shave.

I tried this because I got a free sample in the mail I had been shaving for over 15 years with a razor and gel so using no gel scared me. I was pleasantly suprised it smelled good, I did not have to go back and get any strays because there are 3 blades, and somehow I shaved much faster. I could not shave in the shower before either because the cream would rinse away with this product I can shave in the shower too. I ran out of blades recently and had to borrow my husbands razor and I hated it. I will never use another razor again. I love this razor.

The Venus Breeze works pretty good on the legs and armpits, basically areas that can be flattened. The gel strips give enough lubrication to glide over wet skin with minimal irritation. Plus there is a nice smell. I don't know what they claim it to be but it has a pleasant floral scent to me. I also noticed that the heads are where the spring tension is located rather than the refillable handle. I think this is great to help keep your shaves close without having to press too hard since you'll never have one head long enough for the resistance to lessen. Otherwise the gel strips get in the way if you're trying to shave intimate areas -if you shave inward from the thigh, you can manage to get your bikini line sort of OK- and facial areas along the jaw and neck seem to be done average at best (had to try it, just to see). They seem to only last around 4-5 uses also and the strips don't exactly lather, just provide slick lubrication which some might consider more on the slimy side. It'll likely be expensive to use regularly so I won't be getting anymore and for manual shaving, I'll continue to use my previous razor but if you want to try out the Breeze, go ahead and from there you can decide whether the cost is worth the results you get yourself.

Something I almost forgot is that you're best using this on already wet skin rather than running it under water to keep it going every stroke as the gel strips seem to slowly drool away when soaked too much.

This has to be the worst razor I have ever spent money on. I mean, it's sort of expected when you buy a cheap razor that you aren't going to get the best shave. However, if I am spending $11 on a razor and another $10 on every 4 new blade cartages I expect it to be good quality.

This did not make the mark. The "gel" bar was completely useless. It did not produce a good lather and I would go as far as to say it felt like I was dry shaving. (If you have ever had to do that you know what I mean.) The other problem I found is that because of the gel bars I was also not getting a close shave. I had to press down more to get the blade to cut well. Using this razor I got cut more than a few times while shaving. Something that never ever happens with my Venus Vibrance. What's more? That day I felt regrowth and my legs were not smooth. The very next day I had noticeable stubble and had to endure this awful razor again.

Save your money. This razor is terrible. If I got it for free I wouldn't use it. I even thought it might work better if I used shave cream too. Nope. The blades are way too expensive and I can't tell you how much I regret this purchase. I think next time (which is soon because I threw this one away) I'm going to buy a different brand. Way to go Gillette.

I loved this razor the first two times I used it. But by the third time, the gel wasn't really useful anymore. I'm not the kind of person to spend the money on buying razor blades every other week. That wasn't necessarily why I'm giving it 2 stars though. If you want to spend the money, go ahead, but for me, personally, my legs started to itch very badly after a couple days. I couldn't figure out what it was at first because it persisted at least a week after I stopped using the Venus Breeze. I definitely don't want to deal with that again!

It doesn't seem like everyone has this problem, so I would find one to use once and see what happens. If no itching, go ahead! It's great for about two uses - after that you might want to use some shave gel.

I don't usually have sensitive skin on my legs but this product was very harsh. It made me itch like crazy. I've recently gone back to the regular venus divine product and the itching is gone. Be careful when using this, it wasn't much fun for me.

I'm very pleased with the results of this razor. The gel bars are great, providing just the right amount of lubrication for a shave. Other reviewers seem disappointed with the gel - it's not a "gel" like one you would dispense from a can. You definitely couldn't shave dry with this razor, and it doesn't foam up, but in the shower/bath, it provides just the right amount of gel for a smooth, painless shave. I was surprised how long the gel did last. I didn't have any problems with the closeness of the shave as other reviewers noted, felt it was just right and lasted as long as other razors.

This razor is 100 times better than the Schick Intuition Plus Moisturizing Care Pack, Variety Pack, 1 Pack. That is just a big block of moisturizing soap around a razor that dulls after the first use (which isn't that great itself).

Overall, I'm very pleased with this razor and will continue to use it. Just wish it was a little less expensive for refills.

This razor is perfect for small showers - I don't have space to put on cream or gel b/c it will wash off immediately. I take it out of the shower after each shave - I am assuming this helps make it last. I have used it for 4 shaves so far and the gel bars still look new. I have extremely sensitive skin and many allergies, but haven't had any problems with this razor. I love it!

...but I could never use this as my "daily driver." Maybe I'm just a cheapskate, but I expect to get more than four or five shaves out of a blade-- I couldn't afford not to! Like a lot of the reviewers, I was impressed with the first couple of shaves, but noticed the gel strips dying quickly on me in the shower. Once they fell off, I found the razor head overly cumbersome to use (especially since a standard Venus razor head is no petite thing). If I were going away and not expecting to have to shave my legs more than three times or so, this would be an excellent alternative to lugging along a shaving gel and razor. If you're looking for something to last, though, I'd go with the Venus Divine.

For the best, least irritating shave, though, I find conditioner works better than shaving gel.