Get a good safety razor. Find a blade and a soap you like, and buy in bulk. You’ll save a ton of money.
EBay has a number of them for less than $20 that are in good shape. Mostly, look for a good finish on the metal.
As far as blades goes, this too is a “get what you pay for” deal.
I use these blades and normally buy them form my barber for $10/100. For $200 you can have many more shaves that these new, disposable stuff.
They remain sharp for a long time.
http://cgi.ebay.com/100-DORCO-STAINLESS-DOUBLE-EDGE-BLADE-SAFETY-RAZOR-/380361412857?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item588f4e90f9
Also, I've found that though a gel soap doesn't tend to give as good of a lather it is easier on my skin. If you want a “mug” shaving soap, I’ve found the Colgate brand to be the best so far. it will last me over 6 months!
So, typical razor for $15 to buy initially, with what, three replacement blades included, add three ten-paks of blades for it at $17 each, then a can of shave cream, I'm going to guess at $4 (just a guess) totals $53
That shaves you for what, 8 weeks?
As opposed to buying a vintage Gillette double edge razor for ~$20, plus a $10 pack of 100 blades, plus soap $3, plus a brush for ~$20 for a reasonable quality on (go to local barbers). Total $53, but that shaves you for AT LEAST 6 months.
Then, the blades are CHEAP and the soap is too.
Those razors will last you for the rest of your life.
And, this is the best part, on the winter mornings there no better way to shave than with a hot lather!
best wishes