why are the lubricating strips on shaving razors AFTER the blades?

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If the lubricating strips are meant to help the blades move over your skin more easily, then why are they placed after the blades? I’ve noticed this with multiple brands – including some major ones. Am I missing something or is this a crappy design thing?

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Are they advertised as lubricating strips? I see them called moisturizing strips. I sort of think the conceit is that they’re depositing aftershave on the area that’s just been shaved. I’ve not seen them touted as a replacement for shaving cream / gel. If they actually do anything I’d expect it to be some kind of astringent to close pores and cuts so when you shave hard enough with a shitty blade to get that ‘close’ feeling, you think it did a good job and aren’t bleeding everywhere

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