A method for refurbishment of razor cartridges (10) comprises determining an identity of a consumer based on a consumer identifier associated with a razor cartridge (10) comprising at least one razor blade (20, 22, 24) and received from the consumer. The at least one razor blade is cleaned and at least a portion of the at least one razor blade is re-coated. A quality of the razor cartridge (10) following cleaning and re-coating is verified prior to packaging the razor cartridge (10) for delivery to the consumer. The delivery address for the packaged razor cartridge (10) is determined based on the identity of the consumer as determined based on the consumer identifier associated with the razor cartridge (10).

A shaving system including a dispenser having a plurality of slots, a first of which is configured to releasably receive a cartridge having at least one razor blade. An electrical circuit associated with the first slot including first and second electrically conductive elements, which are spaced apart from one another to form a gap therebetween. The electrical circuit is configured to switch between an open configuration in which the gap is unbridged and a closed configuration in which an electrically conductive material spans the gap, electrically connecting the first and second electrically conductive elements. The system is configured to detect removal of a first cartridge from the first slot based on whether the electrical circuit is in the open or the closed configuration. The system is configured to generate a signal when removal of the first cartridge is detected.

Various embodiments of the present invention provide a razor storage system, which can be used to extend a usable lifetime of a shaving razor. The razor storage system can comprise a razor platform, an air moving device, a controller in communication with the air moving device, and a hygroscopic material, all enclosed in a sealable container. The razor storage system can further comprise a power supply coupled the controller and a switch configured to activate the controller.

A safe container comprises a first receptacle configured to receive a grooming product and a biometric lock configured to selectively open the first receptacle to a designated user. The grooming product may include a shaver and/or razor blade cartridges. The biometric lock may include a fingerprint reader.

A storage assembly for a shaving razor system including a case with a top portion and a bottom portion and an insert including a material having a Shore A hardness of between 40 and 70. The insert includes one or more cavities configured to receive one or more components of the shaving razor system, and the bottom portion of the case defines a compartment configured to removably receive the insert within the bottom portion. Also provided is a method of assembling a storage assembly for a shaving razor system.

A consumer product trial kit is provided comprising a razor handle, a first razor cartridge configured to couple with the razor handle and comprising a first skin engaging feature, and a second razor cartridge configured to couple with the razor handle and comprising a second skin engaging feature. A first identifying feature is associated with the first razor cartridge and a second identifying feature is associated with the second razor cartridge. The second skin engaging feature and the associated second identifying feature may be different than the first skin engaging feature and the associated first identifying feature, respectively. A selection recorder is configured to allow selection of either the first razor cartridge or the second razor cartridge.

A carton for holding a plurality of articles. The carton can comprise a plurality of panels comprising a back panel, a first front panel positioned opposite to the back panel, and a second front panel positioned opposite to the back panel. The carton can comprise a first compartment comprising a first interior space for at least partially receiving at least a first article of the plurality of articles and a second compartment comprising a second interior space for at least partially receiving at least a second article of the plurality of articles. At least a portion of at least the back panel and the first front panel can extend at least partially around the first interior space of the first compartment. At least a portion of at least the back panel and the second front panel can extend at least partially around the second interior space of the second compartment.

A packaging for a product comprising a container including a first body layer and a second body layer connected at a fold, the first and second body layers capable of collapsing to a first position and expanding to a second position, and one or more of said first and second body layers defining a void, and a cover including a first side and a second side, and the first and second body layers are configured to collapse to the first position between the first and second sides of the cover.

A razor cover system includes a rear component, a front component, and a magnetic component. The front component is configured to couple with the rear component to form an inner volume of the razor cover system. At least a portion of the shaving razor is to be disposed in the inner volume of the razor cover system. The magnetic component is configured to couple to the rear component within the inner volume of the razor cover system. The magnetic component is configured to secure a portion of the handle to the rear component.

A shaving razor package assembly with a shaving razor package having a base with a perimeter wall defining a cavity. An upper surface of the perimeter wall has a flange and a recessed lip. The base defines a first opening. A handle having a first end is positioned within the first opening. An insert tray having a body is mounted to the base. The insert tray having a tab extending from the body. A bottom surface of the tab extends into the first opening and engages the first end of the handle. A lid is mounted over the insert tray and sealed to the base.