Three Tips to Consider Before Buying an Electric Shaver

(Tip #1) The leading factor when determining which shaver you want to use is:

Your facial hair and skin softness (or hardness)

A lot of people just don't understand that one product does NOT fit everyone; there is no one, universal shaver that all men can use. Likewise, different people have different thickness of hair and varying types of skin.

1) People with rough skin, on either their sideburns, mustache, or even chin/neck area, should not use an analog, rotary shaver. I can't stress this enough, because over time, your skin will grow harder and cut open easily, exposing it to various sorts of bacteria and facial problems (which you do not want). Instead, use a foil-shaver that glides smoothly across touch patches of skin. Switching between the two can mean the difference between rich, clear skin and disease-prone, cut up skin. You most certainly don't want the latter.

2) People with long hair, on any facial area, should also look to switch from a rotary shaver to a foil-shaver. Long hair can become an irritant if you use a regular razor, especially. The vibrating motions of an electric, foil-shaver can be useful in preventing skin aggravation, and it also provides a clean, close shave.

3) People with soft skin are open to use differing types of shavers, but they should look to use non-electric razors in lieu of electric ones. The reason being that electric shavers can damage soft skin easily, and leave permanent scars.

4) People with short hair can use practically any shaver they prefer, as long as it matches their skin type. (e.g.: Those with short hair and rough skin would be best suited using foil-shavers, while those with soft skin would use non-electric, rotary razors).

(Tip #2) What purpose will your shaver serve?

Of course we know the obvious answer is: to shave. But there are more questions that should be considered.

1) What brand do you prefer? For me, it is, and will always be, Braun. I just find that the quality of their blades are far and away, unmatched. It might be different for you, though. Some people find appeal to Panasonic shavers. Other people might have some different brand altogether. The point is, what brand would you like or prefer to use?

2) Is it worth the investment? When determining the investment value of a shaver, the shelf-life should be taken into account. You've probably heard the term when talking about mass-produced food. What I mean by shelf-life is, how long will the shaver last? Most shaver, in fact, do not last longer than 6-8 months. It is important to research things like battery life, the quality of blades, and the inner mechanisms of the device.

3) How would your shaving experience improve? This is one of the big ones. Why switch from what you use already, if it is effective enough? Should you have to buy an electric shaver just because it's the latest, newest gadget on the market? I hope not. But the answer to these questions vary from person to person. If you're already satisfied with your current razor, then my guess is you wouldn't be on this page. So, if you've decided it's a worthwhile investment, and the shave you're deciding on is well-suited for you (see Tip #1), then you should go ahead. If you feel like anything is lacking, then stop and rethinking about it. It might not be a necessary part of your bathroom medicine cabinet.

(Tip #3) What purpose will your shaver serve (close or rough shave)?

1) Do you want a close shave? If you're looking for a close shave, your current razor probably does a good job. Electric shavers normally don't do well. But, if you really want a clean, trimmed look, then I recommend the Braun 370. It is an electric shaver I personally use, and have been using for a while. For what it does, nothing else can compete with it.

2) Do you want a rough shave? The rough shave is a little bit tougher to pull off, because very few razors actually allow for it. If you want a David-Beckham-like-look, then I suggest going with the Braun 340. I've used it several times in the past when I was into that, and it really gave me a tough, mean look (Of course, I don't do it anymore).

I hope that my article has been informative, and if you need any more information/discounts on shavers, feel free to contact me.