So you’ve decided to take the plunge and invest in an electric shaver. But what happens next? It can be confusing when choosing a shaver because there are so many on the market and they all claim to be the best at giving you a close shave. Here are a few things to consider which will make your decision a little easier.
There are 2 types of electric shavers: Rotary and Foil.
Rotary shavers – These have 3-round cutting heads that contain outer guards with numerous slots. Sometimes, they have a combination of round holes. Because each blade on a rotary shaver swivels independently, these shavers may do a better job than foil shavers at following the contours of your face and neck.
Rotary shavers tend to be quieter than foil shavers, handle longer hairs better, and allow you to shave in almost any direction.
Foil shavers – These shavers have the finest foil that contains numerous holes wrapped over the oscillating block cutter. The foils lift your facial hair up to the blades for a close shave.
Higher-end foil shavers come with a spring-loaded head, which flexes to help maintain just the right amount of pressure on each pass.
Both types of shavers have a number of advantages over manual shavers including: time, convenience and cost. It’s advisable to give your skin a couple of weeks to adjust to an electric shaver, whether you’re switching from a manual blade or switching from one electric shaver to another, because the change might irritate your skin.
Although you might be able to find a battery-operated travel shaver for around $20, a quality everyday electric shaver can run from $50 to more than $200. Because you’ll also need to replace the foils, heads and blades periodically, maintenance costs bump up the overall cost of an electric shaver.
Foils, cutters and rotary heads eventually wear down. When this happens, you might start pressing too hard or going over the same spot repeatedly, which could lead to irritated skin. Replace parts according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, and follow directions for cleaning the unit as well.
We recommend using Shave Guard to clean and extend the life of shaver blades. Created in Australia with the highest quality cosmetic ingredients, Shaver Guard blasts away all of the unwanted hair left hanging around after a shave. Its anti-bacterial properties then work hard to break down stubborn skin oils or left over pre-shave products, to leave your shaver completely clean & fresh every time you shave.