You may already know OUI the People as the bodycare brand that’s receiving praise (and winning prestigious beauty awards) for changing the way people think about shaving products. Founded by Estée Lauder alum Karen Young, the company’s razors — beyond being possibly the best razor you’ll ever use — are also, well, really pretty. Now, their limited-edition Sensitive Skin Razor in brushed chrome has debuted in time for the holidays.
FAST FACTS:
- The product: A single-blade razor in a brushed chrome finish
- Best for: Everyone, especially those with sensitive skin
- Made from: 100% stainless steel
- Comes with: 10 replacement blades
- Costs: $75
What makes Oui the People’s Sensitive Skin Razor different from other razors?
First things first, Oui the People’s Sensitive Skin Razor — now available in a striking brushed chrome —is going to be a little weightier than your typical drugstore razor. Made from stainless steel, it’s designed to feel substantial in your hand, which means a light touch is suggested. “The OUI razor weighs about 4 ounces, which may not mean much until it’s in your hand,” Young writes. “Essentially, it does the work of any pressure you need to shave, and you, my friend, shouldn’t press down on it when you shave.”
The stainless-steel single blade is made to give you a close, painless shave without having to repeatedly go over skin for that smooth feel. This makes the razor particularly helpful for those with sensitive skin who tend to be irritated by the standard three-to-five-blade razors. It’s also designed to leave skin free of ingrown hairs because the razor’s blade removes hair more gently.
For the smoothest-possible shaving experience, you can pair the razor with the brand’s SUGARCOAT Moisturizing Shave Gel-to-Milk. Made from a vegan formula of argan, grapeseed, marula, and sunflower oils, this shave gel is formulated to preserve collagen and help brighten uneven skin tones.
The matte finish of this razor’s chrome design brings some festive shine to your bathroom’s decor. It’s a toiletry item worthy of an art exhibition with a futuristic feel that reimagines what a razor can be — while also bringing back a longstanding shaving tradition.
Is this razor really worth it?
At $75, this razor is more expensive than your standard razor, but let’s break down why that is and why it could be worth it.
The single-blade razor — also called a “safety razor” — is a rare breed of razor that men have traditionally used to shave. Women used them, too, up until the 1950s when manufacturers discovered they could make products cheaper and quicker with plastic. After researching how the blades of a razor can affect the skin, Young began to design a prototype inspired by the single-blade razors she saw her uncles use growing up.
Once she was satisfied with her prototype, she found a German manufacturer of safety razors. “The craftswomen and men (yep, you read that right) that make our razors have been dedicated to their work for decades in this German town,” Young writes. “That means they earn fair wages and there is no child labor involved. That means their knowledge, time, materials, and quality craftswomanship end up in our products.”
What shoppers are saying
With over 450 reviews — many of them five stars — shoppers speak highly of Oui the People’s single-blade take on the shaving experience. Some say it helped them with folliculitis, while one person wrote that it left no “strawberry-skin irritation”. Below, a few reviews that highlight what makes this razor special:
“I absolutely LOVE my new OUI razor!!!!! My legs stay silky smooth for longer than other razors and for the first time I have cleanshaven legs with NO strawberry-skin irritation. Slight learning curve but WORTH IT!” — Margaret B.
“I hated shaving my legs. For years I tried to switch to waxing my legs to avoid shaving, but my skin does not tolerate waxing. [...] I finally tried the rose gold razor and not only is the skin on my legs in better shape now than it has been in YEARS, but I actually enjoy shaving. With this razor, it feels more like a beauty ritual. And my skin feels soft and smooth afterward.” — Vanessa F.
“I was initially nervous to try this, but it is so easy to use! I have had no nicks or bumps. It's a clean, easy shave even on underarms and bikini line. It's also just a beautiful, aesthetically pleasing razor. Would definitely recommend!” — Bridget K.
More from OUI the People
Aside from their limited-edition chrome razor, the brand has a rose gold sensitive skin razor sold regularly, along with a variety of body products fit for a luxury spa that hydrate, resurface and polish the skin. Here’s a sampling:
