What shaver should i use

I almost like the sound of it, but also the electric with the saving cream. You are welcome, Mark. That is correct, I was referring to a DE razor.

It was my razor of choice back in the day. Pair it with a good shaving cream and you should see an improvement. Hi to all the community!! Having the same thoughts with you as I first shaved for years with Gillette a good cartridge then ,perhaps the best then had a very sensitive skin and have quite a lot irritation as most of my schoolmates then.. I bought a Braun quite expensive then and shaved and after 2 weeks as you say in your great articles and he suggested also my stiches and tiny acne disappered!!

Great for dry and wet shave washable of course!! Great site!! Many thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Glad you found the information useful. Happy shaving! I would consider a more powerful foil shaver that still has a slim shaving head so you can easily shave those problem areas.

He currently shave with a vintage safety razor which works great but he does tend to miss spots and not have time for it everyday. Does this seem viable or should he stick to his usual routine. He does not have a particularly heavy beard. Since he also has a lighter beard, I think a basic foil shaver should be good enough.

Hi I have found this site very interesting but I am further baffled by the vast range on offer. I am looking to buy a Christmas present for my husband of 25 years who has always wet shaved with a throw away razor and soap!

He has coarse hair that grows very rapidly and he shaves every days leaving loads of rough stubble most days. I would love him to feel smoother more often so I thought a more convenient electric shaver would work. But where to start?? Thanks, Ann. Many thanks for your comment. I wrote a guide on electric shavers suitable for coarse hair where I also recommend a few models at various price points.

I think you may find it useful. You can check it out here. His beard is still light at the moment. Any suggestions? There are various video tutorials about traditional shaving on YouTube, so you might find those useful.

Yes, subscribe me to the Newsletter. Pros of Electric Shavers 1. Convenience and speed. Traditional shaving implies the use of a sharp blade and that inherently comes with some risks. Electric shavers can be economical. Cons of Electric Shaving 1. It takes time for the skin to adapt to it. Purchase price and upkeep can be expensive. Pros of Traditional Shaving 1. The closest possible shave.

Cons of Traditional Shaving 1. Manual razors have a steep learning curve. Traditional wet shaving increases the chances of getting nicks, cuts and razor burn. Refill cartridges are expensive and you need plenty as the blades tend to go dull pretty quickly. Conclusion The electric shavers vs razors battle seems to have segregated the shaving community into two camps.

This means a close shave can be accomplished; when precisely engineered, this provides a comfortable shave. The Basics of Dry Electric Shaving. The shaver presses down on the skin and moves it, like a ship creating a bow wave. As a result, the skin contacts the holes of the foil, causing the hair to become more exposed. In the rotary system, the cutter goes in circles underneath the foil. In the linear system, the cutter moves from one side to the other in a linear movement.

All Braun shavers are linear foil shavers. Which is Right for Me? The latter is only suitable for dry shaving, which means that you can also use it while charging by plugging the cord directly into the shaver. While the closeness of the shave with the Series 7 is more than adequate for most men, the highlight is without a doubt the comfort during and after the shave. Shaving with the Series 7 is a real treat; the shaving head never gets hot and glides effortlessly over the skin.

You can get a Series 7 with or without a cleaning station. Some Series 7 models like the cc can also be used with shaving cream, but since the razor is already very comfortable, most users will probably opt for a quick dry shave. For this reason, you may want to opt for a dry only variation of the Series 7 like the cc. The Arc 4 line from Panasonic is probably one of the most underrated families of electric shavers you can currently buy. They are very reasonably priced and offer fantastic performance for the money, especially when it comes to sheer cutting power and closeness.

The Arc 4 regardless of the variation would make an excellent choice as a daily shaver in several situations:.

If you decide to get the Arc 4 that comes with a cleaning base, the ES-LAK, the cleaning cartridges are pretty cheap to buy. You can read a complete and detailed analysis of the Arc 4 line here. If you are on a tight budget, the new Series 3 ProSkin from Braun can be a very good option. The Series 3 is arguably the most comfortable entry-level electric shaver, making it an ideal choice for a daily shaver on a budget.

For more details, you can read my full review of the s. Panasonic also offers a budget-oriented line of electric shavers, the Arc 3.

It is similarly priced to the Series 3, but it is more powerful and shaves a bit closer. On the other hand, the Series 3 is more comfortable to use. You can read my detailed comparison of the two for more details. If you prefer rotary shavers, then by all means you should be using one. Here you can find a selection of some of our recommended rotary razors. Depending on your budget, my recommendation would be the Philips Norelco available with or without a cleaning station or even the new Series This is in my opinion one of the best rotary shavers you can buy without breaking the bank.

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