Has Anyone Died from Shaving?

Of those who shaved less frequently than daily, 45.1% died, as compared with 31.3% among those who shaved at least daily.

Has anyone killed themselves shaving?

In the winter of 1841, while taking part in his daily shave, John Thoreau cut himself with his razor. A few days later he came down with lockjaw and died in Henry David's arms.

What happens if you shave badly?

Shaving can irritate hair follicles. Shaving with an unclean razor and against the grain can introduce bacteria into the hair follicles, which can lead to an infection. Razor burn, razor bumps, and folliculitis can technically affect any part of the body.