I shaved with a DE razor for years and never got even remotely close to a Gillette cartridge razor in terms of irritation. No matter what blades, cream/soap, or

I shaved with a DE razor for years and never got even remotely close to a Gillette cartridge razor in terms of irritation. No matter what blades, cream/soap, or technique I tried DE razors always left me feeling raw for an full day after shaving. I only shave once a week or so anyway, so cartridges don't break the bank for me. I stick with a Fusion these days and my face thanks me for it.