Real-Life Application of Nanotechnology: How it Helps You Shave Better

Posted by Alex in Science & Tech on August 23, 2008 at 12:56 pm


Quick: what do you think of when you hear the word "nanotechnology"? High tech robots crawling through your bloodstream battling cancer cells? Well – that may be coming in the future, but nanotech is actually here – in a more humble form of shaving!

Here’s a perfect example of how nanotechnology is now entering the realm of practical products for better living for ordinary folks:

Could your morning shave get any smoother? You bet – and no, this isn’t about some new 16-bladed razor from Gillette. Adding more blades seems to have reached the limits of practicality, and has forced razor researchers to take a closer look at the blades themselves. In the FX Diamond, nanotechnology is being used to coat each blade, greatly extending their durability. Electric razors are also trumpeting nanotechnology these days, one example being the Panasonic Arc electronic razor. The Arc features whirling blades impregnated with nanoparticles that make them sharper.

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12 comments to "Real-Life Application of Nanotechnology: How it Helps You Shave Better"

  1. Idil
    August 23rd, 2008 at 2:20 pm

    Shaves are smooth enough already :/

  2. Jean Montambeault
    August 23rd, 2008 at 3:42 pm

    I haven't read anything that relates to smoother shaves...

  3. John (Shawn) O'Donnell
    August 23rd, 2008 at 3:50 pm

    "extending their durability"!!!, you got to be kidding. Blade manufacturers spend millions getting the blades super sharp for day one and blunt as a Badgers arse on day two. Every day the blades stays sharp costs them serious money.

  4. Anthony
    August 23rd, 2008 at 4:00 pm

    I've used those diamond blades. They suck.

  5. SenorMysterioso
    August 23rd, 2008 at 4:59 pm

    Ive seen a comedy sketch, I think it was on SNL when the two blade razors came out. The joke was about adding more and more blades up to five which is now the reality.

    Now instead of one great blade, we get five crappy ones.

  6. Some guy
    August 23rd, 2008 at 6:25 pm

    Wouldn't it be easier just to have the nanobots eat your beard themselves? Then again, that's probably the "real" way The Joker got his rugged good looks.

  7. Another Jake
    August 23rd, 2008 at 7:30 pm

    I would take one GOOD blade over 5 crappy ones any day. Who wouldn't? You all answer me that. Give me a better blade.

  8. Sassafrass
    August 23rd, 2008 at 7:53 pm

    I think I'd rather use the Gillette 3000...

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gStI9ysPrhs

  9. K!P
    August 24th, 2008 at 4:09 am

    @ Another Jake : get a DE (double edge) savety razor, order a blade sampler pack online and shave with the ones you like. Cheap, and with some practice a better shave!

    there are a lot of blades to choose from, that all fit the same razor.

    Visit badgerandblade.com for more info. (not my site, just a user :) )

  10. v.dog
    August 24th, 2008 at 5:01 am

    @john: rinse your blades in hot water, wipe them with your towel, and then store the razor blade face up, so that any remaining moisture runs away from the cutting edge.

  11. Tim Giachetti
    August 24th, 2008 at 12:22 pm

    I'm waiting for Nano Nano Boo Boo blades. :P

  12. Dr. Lao
    August 25th, 2008 at 11:04 am

    Yet another gimmic to keep me slaves to the lastest shaving "innovation".

    A old school safety razor, a good 12 cent blade and some shaving cream that you mix up in a bowl still gives you the closes and most comfortable shave you'll ever get.

    Men: Quit throwing your money away.


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