For storage at home, the guard helps cover the blade and reduces the risk of accidental cuts when you pick up the razor or place it among other items. This is especially useful if the razor is stored in a drawer or toiletry bag rather than on a stand.
For travel, fit the guard onto the razor before packing it away. It protects the blade and makes transport safer.
Use the guard with razors that take a Gillette Mach3 blade. Rinse and dry the razor after shaving, then place the guard on before storage.
