The best razors for women

If you're always out of fresh razors, subscription-based startup Billie is a great one to try. The razors are high-quality for just $9, and they look more modern than the rest.

Millennials love a good subscription box and Billie's is definitely one of our favorites because it sends us the most useful yet least frequently replaced item — the humble razor.

The quality is just as good, if not better, than our overall pick of Gillette Venus Extra Smooth, and the starting price of $9 is surprisingly low — though we're not complaining. With an easy-to-grip handle, flexible head, and more space in between the blades than other razors, ergonomically-speaking, it's a quality razor. The aesthetics are also peak millennial with both pastel and punchy hues, and sleek design.

The downside of the subscription model is that you can't just get one at the drugstore in case of an emergency, so you'll be left using a new-to-you razor that you might not like. Thankfully, most of our other picks in this list are readily available at drugstores.

Check out our full review of Billie here, as well as a comparison post with Flamingo. We liked both startups, but personally, I'm always out of fresh razors and need to have a stash waiting for me in my bathroom. — Jada Wong

Pros: Regular shipments of razors and shaving products

Cons: Shipments are sent every one, two, or three months only instead of being able to order as needed

Buy The Starter Kit at Billie for $9

With the Schick Intuition Sensitive Care razor, there's no need for a separate can of shaving gel because it's built right into the razor cartridge. Ingenious.

I've been using the Schick Intuition Sensitive Care razors for many years now, and despite the fact that the refill cartridges are a bit pricey, I'm sticking with this razor for my shaving needs.

This is the only razor that never seems to nick or irritate my legs, and it does give a reasonably close shave. The built-in shaving gel is a huge plus for me since I'm far too lazy to bother lathering up every time I want to get my legs smooth.

The razor cartridge has four blades surrounded by a water-activated, soap-like shaving "gel." It definitely provides enough slip for a comfortable, close shave, but on the downside, the gel wears away within just a few shaves, so I have to either replace the cartridge while the blades are still usable, or use a separate shaving gel until the blades get dull enough to justify a new cartridge.

There are many different fragrances of cartridge available and several different colored handles. I've used all of them over the years, and truthfully, find no particular difference between them, although I normally stick with the sensitive care refills.

Pros: No need for separate shaving gel

Cons: The built-in shave gel wears away fairly quickly

Buy the Schick Intuition Sensitive Care with two cartridges on Amazon for $7.59 (originally $8.79) Buy six refill cartridges on Amazon for $19.11 (originally $18.73)

Shaving the bikini area with a regular razor can be tricky, but the Noxzema Bikini Shave and Trim simplifies the process with its unique shape and small size.

A shaving nick in the bikini area really sucks. But that's what you'll often get with regular, full-size razors when it's time to clean up "downstairs."

That's what's so great about the Noxzema Bikini Shave and Trim razors. They are small enough (only around half an inch wide) to shave your most intimate areas without slicing delicate skin, and they're more angled than typical razors to make the task easier. There's also a protective cover over the comb-like blade to further protect skin from damage.

The material surrounding the blade has a bit of shea butter to pamper your skin, but you'll definitely want to use separate shaving gel or lotion to prevent irritation or the dreaded shaving bumps.

These are disposable razors, so you'll have to toss the entire shaver when the blades start to dull.

Pros: Specifically designed for the bikini area, inexpensive

Cons: Too small for your legs, so you'll need to have a separate razor

Buy a 4-pack of the Noxzema Bikini Shave and Trim on Amazon for $14.76

Despite its miniature size, the Gillette Venus Snap does just as good a job of removing hair as its full-size relatives.

Toss it in your gym bag, take it with you while traveling, or just enjoy a razor that takes up a minimum of tub-side space — the Gillette Venus Snap is a small but mighty winner.

The head of the razor is a regular-sized Venus Embrace blade, so you'll get a super-close, long-lasting, and comfortable shave on your legs, underarms, and — if you're careful — your bikini line as well.

It's the diminutive handle that makes this razor so special. It's small, but shaped ergonomically for an easy grip, so you'll have just as much control as with a full-size razor.

I've used the Venus Snap while traveling and really appreciated not only the small size, but also the convenient plastic carrying case. This is also a refillable razor, so go ahead and replace a dulled cartridge with the Venus Embrace refills.

Pros: Travel size, excellent performance

Cons: While the handle is easy to hold, you do need to angle your fingers just right for the best control

Buy the Gillette Venus Snap on Amazon for $7.29 (originally $12.99)

Kiss peach fuzz, stray chin sprouts, and rogue eyebrow hairs goodbye with the Schick Silk Touch Up.

These teeny razors are a godsend for those of us blessed with more peach fuzz than we really want. They're also great for removing any hair on the chin, upper lip, and even patches of dry skin around the chin, nose, or mouth.

I've used these for years on my face. The Schick Silk Touch Up razors have a protective guard so they don't cut or irritate my skin, and there's even a little plastic cover that makes it easy to shape up eyebrows. But the best thing about them is that they leave my skin very smooth, so my foundation makeup looks much better.

The blade lasts a long time before going dull, and there's a small plastic cover to protect it when not in use.

Pros: Excellent for removing facial hair, cleaning up eyebrows, and getting rid of patches of dry skin

Cons: None in my opinion

Buy a 3-pack of the Schick Silk Touch Up on Amazon for $4.99 (originally $6.99)