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Reccomend an Electric Shaver

I used to use a Mach 3, it gave me good, close shaves. I got tired of it and decided to switch to electric. After searching for good shavers, I settled with a Norelco 7866 XL since I found a great deal for a brand new one one ebay. The problem with shavers is that you won't know which is good unless you try it yourself since everyone's face is different. You can either get the 3 circle design like most Norelcos or the straight kind, either way the shave will NEVER be as close as using a Mach 3. The only reason I'm still using the electric is because it is VERY convenient, although it still takes a while to get a fairly close shave. A couple things to note, get an electric shaver that can be washed out with water (if not, cleaning it is a huge hassle) and/or used in the shower. The other thing is that shavers require maintenence like changing or washing out the blades and oiling it. Also, most a lot of shavers require a couple weeks of break in before they give you a decent shave.
 
Originally posted by: mzkhadir
Remington Titanium
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NO!, I have this piece of crap and it is worse than my 7 year old Norelco which I have never changed the heads for.


Norelco is the only company that makes a decent circle type circle electric shaver.
 
I use a 3-head Norelco shaver. It burned the first couple times, but it's fine now.

One bad thing about Norelco's 'lift and cut' design, is if you haven't shaved for a couple days, sometimes it will errantly snag one of your hairs and it's a real bitch.
 
If you have a really heavy beard, and they don't get much heavier than mine, a blade is the only way to go. I have tried the Remington (YOWWW!, Panasonic (best of the bunch actually), Braun (Yikes!!),and a couple others, and the all did the same thing. On a new set of blades, they were ok, at best, but after 5 or shaves, it was torture. The yanking of the hair set off acne big time too. I use a Mach 3.

I started shaving at 12! I had no pubes, but a pretty decent beard already. Pics of my mom's dad show where I got it from. By the time I was 13, it was all there, except I had a gap above my lip until I was 17. I could outgrow my dad, beard wise, at 13 easily. One day we were going somewhere when I was 12, and he looks at me and asks, "What's that on your face? "A beard, what else?" "JESUS, you're.....TWELVE!" "I..I didn't have to shave until I was 16 or so." I just laughed. He bragged to all his friends that I had to shave already, and some of them didn't believe it, so I had to let them feel my face. It was kind of creepy actually..

 
You will absolutely positively not get a closer shave with an electric razor. If you can't get a close shave with the Mach3 it is because of your technique, not because of the razor.

I refer you to this guide I wrote and posted a year ago:

I've read several posts in the last few days of men complaining of razor burn, or razor bumps. Lads, I'm here to offer my advice.

I have spent several years and a considerable sum of money in the pursuit of preventing razor burn. I have literally tried just about everything under the sun; every razor blade, every shave gel/foam, and every aftershave product. I have even tried top-of-the-line electric razors.

And like many of you I suffer from sensitive skin, and, unfortunately, very thick facial hair. Now, while my hair isn't particularily dense, it is thick. The razor burn I used to experience was exclusively around my adam's apple, where the hair grew in several different directions.

These days I have managed to nearly eliminate razor burn. How? Well, let's begin with the products I use. On a side note, products are only half the battle - proper technique is most crucial, but we'll get to that soon...

While in the shower, I've been washing my face with Neutrogena Razor Defense Daily Face Scrub. This product is designed to gently exfoliate the skin and soften beard hairs. I was skeptical at first, but gentleman, I can say with total conviction that it actually does soft the beard hairs. I can feel a noticable difference. Highly recommended.

I shave with the Gillette Mach3 Turbo. I've found, as the advertisements suggest, that the Mach3 Turbo gets the closest shave with fewer strokes. Few strokes equals less irritation. However expensive the blades are, I discard them after only two uses. I find the blades are far too dull to prevent irritation on the third and fourth shaves. This will, of course, depend on the thickness of your facial hair.

When looking for a shave gel/foam, especially if you suffer from sensitive skin, I recommend using a product that is fragrance and dye free and non-comedogenic (won't clog pores). I've been happily using Neutrogena Men Razor Defense Shave Gel. When applying shave gel/foam, one should consider the need for lubrication, rather than lather. As a result, I prefer gel-based products. Gels force you to rub the product in, which creates excellent lubrication for your blade. I apply the gel with a Wilkinson Sword shaving brush. The use of a brush helps lift the beard hairs and ensures complete coverage.

Also, I've been using Neutrogena Men Razor Defense Daily Face Lotion as an after shave. Avoid products with heavy alcohol content. Alcohol only dries out the skin.

Of course every man is different, and as a result, there is no truly universal technique or method. However, below are the steps I take to ensure skin irritation is minimalized.

Step 1: Shower first. Hot water and steam help open your pores and soften thick beard hair.
Step 2: When shaving, apply a shave gel to face and neck, making sure to lubricate (not lather) skin fully.
Step 3: Allow shave gel to penetrate hair by waiting a minute or two before beginning to shave.
Step 4: Using a light touch, shave face to jawline, going with the grain.
Step 5: Rince blades frequently with warm water; hot water can warp the blades.
Step 6: Again, using a light touch, shave neck first, with the grain. Here I use quick and little strokes.
Step 7: Rinse face and neck. Reapply shave gel to neck, and, using a light touch, shave against the grain.
Step 8: Rinse face with cool water.
Step 9: Pat dry face gently with towel.
Step 10: Liberally apply face lotion all over face and neck.

Well, there you have it. That's my method. Like I said, every face is different. Post your own techniques if they've worked for you.

Good luck.
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I've moved on to better (read: more expensive) products, and they do indeed work better, but I have sensitive skin.
 
Originally posted by: Anubis
Panasonic linear
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Agreed. I got the Panasonic 8152 a few months ago and it's much better than the Mach 3 I used previously. The motor runs at 13,000 RPM so it cuts through anything and does it quickly so you don't have to go over the same area over and over causing irritation. I used to get some crazy razor bumps/ingrown hairs when I used my Mach 3 and I couldn't shave every day using it because of the irritation (no matter what technique I used). I can shave every day with the Panasonic and the shave is close enough to what I'd get from the Mach 3 that it was worth the $100 I paid for it.

Originally posted by: Ausm
I hate electrics..feels like they are pulling your hairs out instead of cutting them.
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I think that's how most rotaries work. The Panasonic linear (and other linears, too, I assume) don't lift the hair and cut (Norelco's technology is actually called Lift & Cut, I think) doesn't lift the hair and then cut it below the surface. It cuts it right at the surface. If you do it right, it's just as smooth as a Mach 3 (although I will concede that the shave doesn't last quite as long) and doesn't cause the irritation (or pain) that the Norelco rotaries do.

 
I use a Braun clean and charge system, and it kicks butt. My gf got it for me for Christmas. Wayyy better than my old Norelco. Plus, cleaning is a snap, and the cartridges can be found for very cheap.
 
Originally posted by: SuperCommando
Originally posted by: Anubis
Panasonic linear
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Agreed. I got the Panasonic 8152 a few months ago and it's much better than the Mach 3 I used previously. The motor runs at 13,000 RPM so it cuts through anything and does it quickly so you don't have to go over the same area over and over causing irritation. I used to get some crazy razor bumps/ingrown hairs when I used my Mach 3 and I couldn't shave every day using it because of the irritation (no matter what technique I used). I can shave every day with the Panasonic and the shave is close enough to what I'd get from the Mach 3 that it was worth the $100 I paid for it.

Originally posted by: Ausm
I hate electrics..feels like they are pulling your hairs out instead of cutting them.
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I think that's how most rotaries work. The Panasonic linear (and other linears, too, I assume) don't lift the hair and cut (Norelco's technology is actually called Lift & Cut, I think) doesn't lift the hair and then cut it below the surface. It cuts it right at the surface. If you do it right, it's just as smooth as a Mach 3 (although I will concede that the shave doesn't last quite as long) and doesn't cause the irritation (or pain) that the Norelco rotaries do.
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if you let yourhair gorm long enough the linear will pull it, and it hurts, i had a norleco before i got the linear and the panasonic is 10x better
 
I was an electric only guy until about 2 months ago when my battery on my remington electric went kaput. I sent it in for warranty repair and bought a mach 3 turbo. I'm almost 25 and that was the first time I had ever used a regular razor. I like the convenience of an electric, but I only have to shave every couple of days, so taking the time to shave isn't a big deal.

in my experience, Norelco electric > Remington electric. Remington gets a bit closer for me, but irritates my face. Norelco shavers are very comfortable. The only reason I have a Remington now is that I got an outstanding deal on it ($125 retail for $60)

for regular razors, Mach 3 Turbo >> *
I have probably 10-15 shaves with the original blades and, while the lube strip is gone, the blades still cut fine.
 
just get any of the braun's if you don't shave heavily. i shave like every 3 days and it cleans off my face reasonably well. a charge lasts me almost a year.
 
The newer electric ones can get really close and dont feel like they are pulling out hairs. I have a newer Norelco(the one w/o goo) and its ok but misses a lot of hair and doesnt work very good on my neck. The remington i had before seemed to work a little better but didnt get as close.
 
I have the braun with the auto cleaning system. I like it a lot. The only problem I have with the braun is on part of my neck.
 
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