The great razor-life test

Our dedicated lab rat (me) is trying out two theories to enhance the life of razor blades.

Why?
I use a new razor blade a week, or my skin begins to complain. At $2.5/blah this is a $125 a year, or $4000 over the next 40 years. And it is clear Gillette want to sell more, not less, razors...

The Theories
Searching the web, the two 'life extension' theories that stood the Test of Duh were
- 1# Leaving razor blades in petroleum gel between uses may reduce moisture and blade deterioration
- 2# Applying alcohol-based gel hand sanitizer before use will reduce hair accumulation on the blade (and reduce damage) and also instant-treat any micro-cuts, resulting in a usable shave for longer
OR
- 3# Nothing helps

The Test
No way to use a double-blind test; my second-bet approach was:
1. For one week, use #1, #2, or #3 on right cheek
2. Report smoothness/microcuts at the end of the week
3. Use a different combo on left cheek
4. Ensure each theory is attempted on both left and right cheek


The test is already in progress.... final report due next week. Which theory do you believe in?

The best DIY energy drink known to Men - EnerT

We all work out, we all need re-hydration, we all buy Gatorade... wait, stop. EnerT, this simple do it yourself tea-based energy drink, may be a better (and cheaper) option.

An energy drink needs sugar (of some form), electrolytes (mostly sodium and potassium) to accelerate absorption, and may contain other ingredients. I opted for tea as caffeine has a beneficial workout benefit, and tea provides a low-level caffeine, striking my personally preferred balanced between 'waking' and 'wired'. Any level of sugars under 8% is acceptable, but I find Gatorade to be overly caloric for those of us trying to balance increased workout performance with weight loss/maintenance.

[Note: Initial idea inspired by similar energy drink I found on the Diet Everywhere site ]

EnerT Ingredients (32 oz or about 1 liter):
2 Tea Bags
6 level teaspoon sugar (24 grams)
A pinch of salt (0.5 grams)
2 oz lemon juice (about 55 grams)
30 oz boiling water

Contains:
100 calories
500 mg Sodium
60mg of Potassium (from the lemon juice)
Caffeine varies, est 100mg-200mg caffeine (depending on the tea used and infusion duration)

Estimated Cost:
Lemon juice: $0.10
2 Tea Bags: $0.06
Sugar, Salt, water, etc: negligible

Compare to 32 oz Gatorade:
200 calories
440mg Sodium
120mg Potassium
No caffeine
Cost: $1.29

I use a lower potassium level as research indicates that Potassium loss is secondary to Sodium loss in hydration. You can add more lemon juice in, up to 4oz - if flavor allows. On the other hand, removing the lemon juice will still yield a good energy drink, but will reduce price by 66%

References:
http://www.medicdirectsport.com/sportsnutrition/default.asp?step=4&pid=81
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts-C00001-01c20VH.html

Added per the huge amount of interest and questions:
Q: So, is this different from a regular tea?
A: Yes, but only subtly so. The quantity of salt and sugar, and lemon juice (for Potassium) are specifically set for easy absorption. But mostly, energy drinks ARE flavored sugar water. Gatorade is water, sugar, sodium, potassium, and flavor.