Electric razor

[SimonWoodstock]

What is the name or brand or whatever of that electric razor that has the gell stuff that comes out and cleans itself in alcohol after using it? And about how much to they cost?

[Walrus]

I think this might be what your looking for Braun Activator (http://www.braun.com/na/products/shavinggrooming/dryshaving/dryshaving/activator.html)

I have a Norelco (http://www.consumer.philips.com/consumer/catalog/catalog.jsp?fhquery=fh_secondid%3D7735x_00_us_nore lco%26fh_location%3D%2F%2Fnorelco%2Fen_US%2Fcatego ries%3Ccatalog_us_norelco%2Fcategories%3Cmens_groo ming_gr_us_norelco%2Fcategories%3Cmen_lotiondispen singrazors_ca_us_norelco%26&productId=7735X_00_US_NORELCO&activeCategory=MENS_GROOMING_GR_US_NORELCO&fredhopperpage=detail.jsp&language=en&country=US&catalogType=NORELCO&proxybuster=3PUYWVIDFBZ2DJ0RMRCSHQNHKFSESI5P) razor that has the shaving gel dispenser builtin, i've been very happy with it.

[SimonWoodstock]

Thanks. I like the idea of that gel thing.

[Corax]

I've used em all, and no electric has ever gotten the job done like a Mach 3 Turbo..

[TKOS]

The problem with the gel stuff is the need to constantly buy new gel. It can get quite procey after awhile. I think you only get 4 shaves from a gel pack.

Phillips also makes a gel shaver.

[SimonWoodstock]

I have fairly sensitive skin, so right now I just use some plain old electric clippers for my face and head. That doesn't get very close, though. My whole head has a 5 o'clock shadow type look. The gel thing sounded like a good idea, since it will be like putting lotion or something on at the same time you're shaving. I was wondering where you got the gel replacements.

The mach 3 has crossed my mind, too.

Maybe I should just put some duck tape on my eyebrows and dip my head in some nair.

[TKOS]

I have really sensitive skin as well. If you use an electric razor I highly suggest Preshave. It is like aftershave but you put it on your skin prior to shaving with an electric razor. It dries the skin a bit and them when you are done use a nice lotion. That works well for me.

[JSchmidt]

No electric razor I've ever used has come close to a blade shave. I find the electric razors are much more irritating to my skin, too.

Jim

[125gJoe]

http://www.westburyonline.com/ProductImages%5Cbergen%5C216556.jpg :)

[MasterBlaster]

Electric razors suck. They are only good for emergencies, like shaving in the car. Nothing beats a blade.

[Walrus]

I cant believe I'm the only one who really likes his electric razor. Mine shaves my face really close and doesn't irritate my skin at all. I do have to go back with a regular razor and get under my chin, the electric just doesnt get that curvature very well. I get about a week and a half out of one gel pack. If memory serves me there are 5 or 6 packs in a regular refill container. Refills cost me about $4.99 and they are probably a little less volume total than a can of shaving cream.

My recommendation would be to try a electric razor before you buy. It will take your skin awhile to get used to the electric razor (~ 1 month) and give you the best shave.

[TKOS]

It does take up to 3 weeks to really get your skin used to an electric razor that is for sure.

I love using a blade as well, but my skin gets cut so easily I can't get a super great shave with a blade. I usually use the blade in the morning and the electric razor for touch up after work or before gettign into bed.

[Corax]

I was an electric user for a long time until I got few up with the 5 o'clock shadow at around noon.. So, I convinced myself to try a Mach 3, having NEVER tried a blade before.. I won't go back to the electric. It feels so much better now, and I get no complaints from Mrs. Corax ;)

[Sensei_the_dojo]

Like TKOS, my skin cuts very easily when I shave with a blade. I had terrible acne as a kid and was left with lots of nooks and crannies that blades tend to dip into and tear up. I'd rather use an electric and live with a slight 5:00 shadow than go through an extra roll of toilet paper each week patching my face. ;)

[Bryanfykes]

mach 3 power!

thats the new mach that has a vibrating handle. at first glance, i thought "yeah right! whats that going to do" but my wife bought me one to try. just like y'all, i have VERY sensitive skin that cuts easily. This thing is great! kinda makes the hair stand up as it goes over. Fantastic!

[Unome]

I have fairly sensitive skin, so right now I just use some plain old electric clippers for my face and head. That doesn't get very close, though. My whole head has a 5 o'clock shadow type look. The gel thing sounded like a good idea, since it will be like putting lotion or something on at the same time you're shaving. I was wondering where you got the gel replacements.

The mach 3 has crossed my mind, too.Try the Mach 3 and Edge for Sensitive Skin. Edge starts as gel but turns into shaving cream when spread on face. There is also a 4 blade razor out now.

[TKOS]

I have tried every type of shaving cream and for me they all work the same. I know that I do prefer a blade shave but it just takes me so long as I have to be careful to stop taking all of my skin away.

[125gJoe]

http://i2.peapod.com/c/GD/GDHHZ.jpg

The orange can works!