BLADETAP was created as a solution to one of the most common shaving issues — a clogged razor. Sick of getting razor burn and wasting money on razors that dulled too quickly, our CEO Gavin decided to give up shaving for good. Trimming seemed like the perfect way to avoid the struggles of shaving. Eventually, the no-shave era came to an end when he took a new job that required a clean look – cue the skin irritation and dull blades.