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You'll never need to use a blunt razor again

Whether you shave pre-IPL treatment, or just find nothing delivers silky-soft limbs like a good old-fashioned razor, there's now an even simpler way to achieve a fuss-free shave: a razor subscription box.

It’s as simple as getting a Good Housekeeping magazine subscription delivered to your door every month, providing you with everything you need for smoother skin. From sharp new razor blades to a shaving gel top-up, these services will make sure you never run out of your hair removal essentials.

Not sure which shaving service to go for? The Good Housekeeping Institute's panel of testers put the best to the test for two months. These are their top picks:

Most razor subscription services allow you to customise your delivery times to fit in with your hair removal routine. And with services available for both men and women - from full starter kits to a simple set of fresh blades - there’s one to suit everyone's needs.

There are a few variables to keep in mind when making your choice, though:

Add-ons: Suffer from sensitive skin? Or keen to avoid razor burns? Then look out for services that offer the option to add on a shaving foam or moisturiser.

Eco-friendly: This term gets thrown around a lot, but with billions of plastic razors ending up in landfills every year, there's a conversation to be had around what your razor is made of. Most subscription boxes use less plastic packaging (as products aren't individually wrapped) than you usually get in store, and are made from materials like steel or brass to make sure they last longer than a cheaper plastic option.

Design: If you're a perfectionist looking for a smooth shave, it's worth looking at whether the blades themselves have any additional extras (such as being coated with aloe and shea butter) to help achieve silkier skin.

We trialled 11 razor delivery services with our panel of 165 testers, to see which subscription came out on top.

Our testers tried them out over eight weeks, grading them on how convenient the delivery was, how easy the products were to use, and how well each razor got rid of hair.

These are the services they rate:

Made from Swedish steel and featuring a unique flexible hinge design to glide across the contours of the body, our winning shaver made it easy for everyone to reach tricky areas (such as around the knees and ankles).

The blades are coated with aloe and shea butter to help keep things smooth too, and our entire panel commended their comfortable, close shave. All testers appreciated the luxe feel to the kit and were happy with the efficiency of the delivery.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £14 Recommended usage area: Body Sensitive skin option: Yes What's in the box: Razor handle, 2x 5 blade cartridges, foaming shave gel, shower hook

Grüum razors can be used on the face or body, and the razor heads are infused with moisturising pads to reduce irritation. The cartridges can also be recycled using the brands own scheme.

The high-grade steel is designed to reduce drag and provide a comfortable shave. Everyone found the blades easy to clean and agreed the handle felt high-quality, while the blades remained rust-free throughout the trial.

While all were happy with the delivery service they received, one tester raved about the customer service after an accidental breakage in the shower; in just 24 hours she was shipped a new razor head.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £5 Recommended usage area: Face and body Sensitive skin option: Yes What's in the box: Razor handle, 2x razor heads

This unisex razor is made from hardy Swedish steel, which promises to cut through even the coarsest of hair. The brand claims to feature the longest lasting blades on the market, to help reduce wastage, which all testers agreed were sharp and removed hair brilliantly.

All testers said the blades lived up to their longevity claim and they were pleased with the customer service during the subscription process. The razor itself was described as "sleek" by one, while the packaging is either recycled, recyclable or compostable.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £7.95 Recommended usage area: Face and body Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor handle, 2x razor heads

Add everything from a shaving cream to a scrub to your order here, and skip, add or cancel a delivery at any time. FFS’s subscription is all about tailoring the service to your needs.

The blades are designed to last for up to seven shaves and once you're done, they can be sent back to the brand to be recycled. The packaging is also 100% FSC approved.

The majority of testers found the razor removed stray hairs in just one swipe, leaving everyone with smoother legs. Most of our panel agreed it provided a gentle shave, and raved about the modern, fun packaging.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £9.95 Recommended usage area: Body Sensitive skin option: Yes What's in the box: Razor handle, 2x razor heads, shower holder, shave cream (additional cost)

The sister (or in this case, brother) brand to our winner is designed to tackle any facial hair you throw at it.

Everyone found it caught any stragglers in its path, leaving all with smoother skin. Despite being gentle and comfortable for all, it was still ace at providing an ultra-close shave, with everyone happy with how sharp the blades stayed.

The presentation of the kit scored highly, too. And while the razor head was larger than expected, this didn't hinder any of our testers' experience.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £14 Recommended usage area: Face Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor handle, 1x razor head, foaming shave gel, travel blade cover

Shaving is a chore for most of us, but Estrid proves you can have a little fun with its brightly coloured kits.

Testers enjoyed the pastel-coloured razors, while the blades gave a gentle shave. They stayed sharp too, and didn't rust, with everyone happy with how straightforward they were to use.

One tester said they "loved how the package was able to fit through the letterbox, meaning you weren't waiting around for a delivery. The packaging itself is simple yet pretty, and fully recyclable".

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £9.95 Recommended usage area: Body Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor handle, 2x razor heads

Designed with uniquely spaced blades to prevent clogging, these high-quality razor heads are also coated in a layer of titanium and diamond-grade carbon to make them up for any task.

The blades eliminated hair effectively for all, and everyone said they experienced a close yet gentle shave, that left behind silky-soft skin.

Note: the order process was trickier than most on our list – there's no advice on how many blades are needed (the usual recommendation is changing them every 5-7 shaves) and no Paypal or Apple pay options. However, the delivery service was efficient, coming in letterbox-friendly packaging.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £15 Recommended usage area: Face Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor handle, 6x razor heads

This premium men's shaving service allows you to customise your experience, from shaving creams to soaps.

Testers appreciated the detailed instructions the kit came with, while the razor was described as looking "expensive". It removed every stray hair for all testers, with most experiencing a close shave that left skin feeling smoother.

Everyone was happy with the communication from the brand and the delivery process, with the majority saying they’d use them again.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £12.95 Recommended usage area: Face Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor, shaving brush, shaving cream, 10x razor heads

Priding itself on being affordable for all, Dollar Shave Club offers its starter set for as little as £4, with refill options from £8.

This budget buy removed hair easily for everyone, while the razor itself was commended for its ergonomic design and rubber grip. The blades stayed sharp with zero rust, managing to provide the majority with a speedy and efficient shaving experience.

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £8 Recommended usage area: Face Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor handle, 4x razor heads

While many kits on our list focus on being more sustainable than store-bought razors – whether that be due to recycling schemes or long-lasting blades – Nuddy takes it to the next level with its completely plastic-free service.

The solid brass razor gave most of our panel a comfortable shave, while the blades were long-lasting and rust-free. Testers appreciated the fun colours the razors came in but were confused about how best to safely and sustainably dispose of them (Nuddy recommends taking them to your local metal waste bank).

Despite the confusion, most said they'd continue to use the service, with one tester saying it provided "the smoothest shave ever".

Key specifications Cost of subscription: £9 Recommended usage area: Body Sensitive skin option: No What's in the box: Razor handle, 5x razor heads, moisturising shave bar