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What's the best electric shaver?
The answer we all hate to hear: it depends.
The best electric shaver for you will depend on a few factors such as features and price. Some people want the
top of the line shaver with all the bells and whistles, while others are looking for the best deal.
So you have to really ask yourself what matters most. Are you looking for a complete shaving system with a
cleaning station and a lot of power, or are you looking for a more reasonably priced shaver you can travel with
and clean manually? All these things should factor into the best electric shaver for you.
Two main pages to help you make this decision are the best electric razor page which focuses on the top shavers
based on features, and the electric shaver review page which discusses the top shavers in differenct price
categories. These two pages will help you find the right shaver for your needs.
What's better, foil or rotary shavers?
Both designs work. We continue to see new foil shavers and rotary shavers hit the market so one is clearly not
that much better than the other. For the most part foil shavers tend to be a bit more popular because two of the
major brands, Braun and Panasonic produce these types of shavers. However Philips Norelco and some Remington
models are rotary shavers and some of these models receive excellent reviews and are great choices.
A lot of this will come down to personal preference. There has been a lot of heated discussion around this topic
and I don't think we'll find a clear winner any time soon. Other factors should definitely be considered when
purchasing an electric shaver.
A number of people have stated that foil shavers are better for sensitive skin but it's hard to state whether
this is 100% factual. Also, some users state that foil shavers are closer on the cheeks while rotary shavers
work better on the next area. Again, we don't have a clear winner based solely on foil vs. rotary.
The best thing to do is to find and compare the models you're interested in and factor in all the different
components.
What shaver is good for sensitive skin?
An electric razor that is designed for sensitive skin would be the Philips Norelco HS8420 Nivea for Men Razor,
however there are other options.
In general it's recommended that you use a more powerful electric shaver and one of the best electric shavers for sensitive skin is the Braun Series 7. Some of the
less powerful electric shavers might require you to press harder on your face which may cause more irritation.
Using a pre shave oil like Lectric Shave can help reduce sensitivity as well.
Sometimes it's just a matter of finding out what works best for you. You might find that using disposable blades
with shaving cream designed for sensitive skin is the only way to go. Unfortunately this may take some trial and
error on your part. There's no one formula that fits all. If you do decide to use an electric shaver than go
with the high end models and remember that it can take a few weeks to get use to a new shaver.
What shaver is recommended for African American men?
Some black men experience razor bumps and ingrown hairs because their facial hair is quite curly. Many forms of
shaving cause irritation and pain. The best electric shavers for black men would be similar to the ones
recommended for sensitive skin.
Some will say that rotary shavers cause more irritation, while some black men claim that a Norelco rotary shaver
is the only one they use. So information regarding the best shaver from African American men is sometimes
conflicting. If you want to use an electric shaver it would be best to get one of the more powerful models like
the Braun Series 7. A good pre shave oil and lotion can also help reduce irritation.
Are the cleaning stations really worth it?
Cleaning stations are definitely a luxury item, however they aren't completely necessary. Many shavers are sold
in the complete shaving package with the cleaning station, but some are also sold separately with just the
razor, requiring you to clean it manually.
In general it will cost about $5 per month to maintain a cleaning station. This can be reduced if you don't use
it everyday, so most people can make each cleaning cartridge last about two months. So an extra 60 to 30 dollars
per year in cleaning expenses is worth it for most people.
Are electric shavers better than disposable razors?
There's no right answer to this question. There will always be people on both sides of the fence. It comes
down to personal preferences.
In general what I have found is that a high quality electric shaver will shave the cheeks and face closer than a
disposable razor, but the disposable razor is closer on the neck area. That being said, I find I get more
irritation with disposable blades on the neck, so I'm much happier using an electric shaver.
An electric razor produces a smooth shaver with and against the grain. So when you rub your hands up and down
your face it's smooth. Most of the time with disposable blades you are only shaving with the grain, so rubbing
your fingers up on your cheek is not smooth.
I find the process is easier and quicker with electric shavers, but I do understand how some people like to take
their time when shaving and go through a nice process of cleaning, applying shaving cream and then a nice after
shave lotion. This aspect will come down to personal preference.
Regarding price, the initial purchase of an electric razor may seem high, however you won't have any other
expenses unless you purchase cleaning cartridges and replace the blades every year or 18 months. With disposable
shaving you need to replace the blades quite often and you need to purchase shaving cream. These tend to add up
over time.
I find the convenience and shaving experience is better with electric shavers and they're well worth the
money when compared to disposable razors.
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