Engineering a Five-Blade Razor, a State-of-the-Art Grooming Tool

Through pioneering clinical and consumer research, P&G Beauty & Grooming scientists have set a new bar for men's shaving comfort and closeness by designing a high-quality, five-blade razor. Read more » 

Study Debunks Common Myth

Skin health is important, especially for men who want a well-groomed, clean cut look. For men who struggle with Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), a common skin condition characterized by skin lesions, shaving can greatly irritate the skin. Read more » 

The Future of Grooming Research, Unraveling the Science Behind a Shave

More and more men are taking an interest in obtaining the best possible shave, with many seeking the care of dermatologists to keep their skin clear and irritation-free. P&G Beauty & Grooming remains responsive to men's needs and has been at the cutting edge of blade and razor technology for more than 100 years through research on its Gillette brand. Read more »

Practical Advice for a Clean, close shave -before, during and after

Shaving. It's an integral part of most men's daily routine. But there's an art - and a science - to getting the closest shave possible. Read more »

Scientific Research

P&G scientists are at the forefront of grooming science and research. Through numerous clinical and in vitro studies, P&G Beauty & Grooming scientists have developed a comprehensive understanding of men's grooming and shaving habits, while employing a multi-disciplinary scientific approach to achieving the perfect shave.

• Gender Differences in Attitudes and Practices Towards Body Skin Care (poster presented at 2009 AAD Meeting)
• Innovations in Modern Blade and Razor Technology (poster presented at 2009 AAAS Annual Meeting)
• Advances in Shaving Technology (white paper)