Recently, the German Patent on the Merkur Futur Double Edged Adjustable razor ran out and the Chinese started making them.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/201...lgo_pvid=2d240a37-b9fc-487f-b51f-7355c1f78c38
Just like you don't cheap out on batteries for your mod, you want high-quality blade for your razor.
I prefer the Japanese made Feather Razor Blades at a cost of $23/100 from Amazon.
I get 4 Barbershop Quality shaves per blade at a cost of $0.0575 per shave.
Then you are going to need some shaving soap.
Forget that crap that comes out of a spray can as it dries out your face and get a puck of high-quality shaving soap.
Proraso for $10 per puck from Amazon is a very well known brand and it conditions the skin on your face while delivering a smooth shave will last about 3 months or more.
Now you need a brush to apply to your face.
There are three basic types. Boar, Badger, and Synthetic.
Personally, I really like this one for $16.99
Razorock-Plissoft-Synthetic-Shaving-Brush
Then you are going to need a bowl or a cup to make your lather in. While any household bowl or large cup will work, I really like this one...
Shaving Soap Copper Bowl
Granderbazaar
The textured interior works with your brush to build a really thick lather. Well worth the extra $9
An Alum block is a must at $8 to treat any small cuts you get.
Alum-Block-Soothing-Aftershave-Astringent
A block this size will last for a couple of years.
I also suggest using some Witch Hazel after you shave. It is a natural protection against infection as well as an astringent and really tightens up your face after you shave. At $3.49 for a 16 oz bottle from CVS or Walgreens is well worth it and it will last you 6 months or more.
Then to finish things off, and to leave you smelling nice you will want some aftershave. Bay Rum is a classic and also soothing to your face.
There are lots of different brands and scents available so you are kind of on your own here but overall, I prefer the Clubman brand.
Just like getting into vaping, there is an initial investment cost and with care, your razor, brush and mug/bowl will most likely last you a lifetime and you will find yourself saving a small fortune on blades and shaving soap.
Plus, this way, with some practice, you will end up getting a barbershop quality shave every morning as well as ending up with what I can only describe as an invigorated face every morning.
Or you can go back to crappy canned soap and $23 per pack razor blades that don't even come close to giving you the same results that you get with the above tried and true method.