Just one stroke for a close shave and silky smooth skin. Three blades - surrounded by soft protective cushions. The cushions gently smooth out your skin for a close, smooth shave. Pivoting rounded head: hugs your curves and fits easily into hard-to-shave areas. Indicator Strip with aloe & Vitamin E: has a blue stripe that fades when you are no longer getting the optimal Venus shave. Blade refills sold separately. For best results use with shave gel.