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08-27-2008, 11:34 PM #1
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Thanked: 2Question about Camellia Oil
I put camellia oil on my razor after I shave. Should I wipe it off after a couple of minutes, wipe off right before I shave the next time, or not worry about it and just leave it on? Thanks.
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08-27-2008, 11:37 PM #2
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08-27-2008, 11:54 PM #3
How do you put it on? I wouldn't leave it dripping. I often put a drop or two on one side and wipe it with a piece of TP to cover the other, then smudge it down to get at the joint. all you need is a thin film
The idea of too much oil makes me wonder if there is any effect on celluloid from petroleum additives like mineral oil.
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08-28-2008, 08:30 AM #4
Oil possibly damaging some scales is, at least IMO, a genuine concern. I use mineral oil on my carbon steel blades-yet it is only a VERY light coating and I make certain NOT to leave so much as to drip off the blade.I also use a natural chamois cloth to polish the blades prior to the light oiling.The chamois will remove many stains that may remain on the blade after use-but you must use caution not to polish the edge.Since the chamois also has natural oils, I find just wiping the blades down is sufficient if the razor is in my current rotation.
I store all my razors in a drawer,NOT in the bathroom,so excess humidity and moisture isn't a concern.
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08-28-2008, 10:41 PM #5
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Thanked: 2Camellia oil isn't a mineral oil, though, correct?
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08-28-2008, 10:53 PM #6
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Thanked: 22No it's not, but it is mixed with mineral oil, which is why you can easily pick up a bottle for just a couple of dollars.
I have been trying some things out with 100% pure camellia oil, and the biggest problem I am finding is that it becomes sticky after about a week, if you don't use the razor during that time. Another probable reason for diluting with mineral oil.
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08-31-2008, 04:58 PM #7
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Thanked: 9is thw camellia oil that you reference the same as the camellia oil that you buy for skin/hair at cosmetics stores? I was not sure if it was the right stuff so I did not buy it. Thanks.
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09-01-2008, 03:00 PM #8
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Thanked: 3164Hi Garrett - I'm pretty sure it is the same thing. You can even use the cooking oil variety of it. I reckon it could cost quite a bit more in a cosmetic store - try looking for some on Ebay. You only need a small quantity - 250mls goes a long, long way!
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09-01-2008, 03:16 PM #9
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Thanked: 174I use Camellia oil for five reasons:
It works.
It's safe.
It's been used in Asia (high humidity) as the go to oil to protect carbon steel for Centuries.
It washes off easily with warm water.
It's inexpensive.