Razors

[metallicat]

Originally Posted by Azure

Its kinda obvious to tell whether your blades are worn out.

Was the blue strip still intact?

Yes, as if they were brand new. That is why I suspected nothing.

[Dion]

Originally Posted by 4X4

I hate electric shavers but then again, I've only ever tried a couple. My face is pretty damn hairy compared to most of my friends and all I ever use are regular, two blade razors. I apply the aforementioned technique of pre-trimming with a hair clipper if I get too scraggley, but anything less than two or three days growth and I can get away with a razor.

I discovered an awesome trick to getting a good shave from cheap, dual blade razors... You gotta tap it on your sink every so often to knock out the stubble that accumulates between the blades.
And something I learned long ago was to shave after showering, not before. Dion, not sure how you're managing to tear up your face every time you shave, but I never have to walk around with toilet paper on my face. The odd cut maybe, but not like I cut myself every time I shave.
I've wanted to try the shave-while-showering technique that has been talked about on this site before, but I think that (and no offense to people that do this, just my opinion) it's a total waste of water. Sorta like leaving the tap running while brushing your teeth.

Sensitive skin i guess Most times the nicks are on the chin or neck area. Might try using a different shaving creme to see if that helps.

[Tyler]

If you're buying Fusion blades, got to Costco and get the 24 pack. Its like $50, but will save you lots of money in the long run.

[HelloHockeyFans]

Yup I use the Fusion Power. Replacement blades work fine... expensive stuff though since I bic my head every 2 days.

[OBCT]

I prefer electric shavers. For me, Braun is the brand of choice; their Series 7 Pulsonic Shaver does wonders for myself. I recently purchased the 790cc for about $200 and will not be returning it. I'm quite impressed. I think it's worth reading some reviews on anyway.

[GreenTeaFrapp]

I'm a fan of the Braun as well. I started out with a philishave and hated it. Maybe it was due to it being an entry level model but the Braun does a much better job on my neck. I usually replace my electric every couple of years since replacing the blades/foil is almost as much as buying a brand new razor.

I picked up an entry level wet/dry Panasonic recently from NewEgg since it was dirt cheap and, while not as good as a Braun, the clean up is easy. It's not a bad option and I suspect their upgraded versions would be comparable to a Braun.

[Russic]

I've tried various electric shavers over the years (the last one was even crazy expensive) but they all just tore my face to shreds. I even used one for about 6 months before finally giving up and going to the blades.

Razor blades on ebay hey? I've never thought of doing that ... might be worth a look.

[mykalberta]

I have a Mach5 (fusion) and Mach3.

I keep the 3 at the gym, I use it for daily shaves, I use the 5 at home for when I go out or whatever. I find the 5 tends to give me razor burn sometimes, while the 3 doesnt.

[Phaneuf3]

Originally Posted by Dion

Sensitive skin i guess Most times the nicks are on the chin or neck area. Might try using a different shaving creme to see if that helps.

I had the same thing - using a mach3 or a fusion or an electric would always completely tear up my neck. It was awful but I found a way around it (at least for me):
Shaving soap + badger hair brush + single bladed safety razor.
No more nicks, cuts or irritation on my neck. I now actually really enjoy shaving.

My advice would be try tossing out the canned cream/foam/gel and the gimicky 10 blade razors.

[Boblobla]

Originally Posted by Temporary_User

I've been using my mach3 for a while now. How many blades are we up to these days?

6, but really 5, the 'sideburn trimmer' sucks nutsack.

I have just swapped from regular to electric and I love it. The shave is nowhere near as close but it is WAYYYYY less work.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by Boblobla

6, but really 5, the 'sideburn trimmer' sucks nutsack.

I have just swapped from regular to electric and I love it. The shave is nowhere near as close but it is WAYYYYY less work.

This is what I was wondering. Whats the procedure here? Still shaving cream? Yes/no? Is it just: turn the thing on and have at 'er? In the shower? Wet/dry? Whats the deal.

Currently, for me shaving is just way too much work...I havent shaved in a couple weeks because I can get away with it, but I really should have today before work but I didnt because I'm a lazy basterd and I was running late and I'm hungover....but an electric but solve all my problems.

Then the real question is: what kind? Any recommendations?

[Flames Draft Watcher]

I buy packs of the cheapest disposables possible and use each one for months. Shave in the hot shower with no shaving cream.

Total money spent on shaving per year? Bout $3

[Buff]

Originally Posted by Locke

This is what I was wondering. Whats the procedure here? Still shaving cream? Yes/no? Is it just: turn the thing on and have at 'er? In the shower? Wet/dry? Whats the deal.

Currently, for me shaving is just way too much work...I havent shaved in a couple weeks because I can get away with it, but I really should have today before work but I didnt because I'm a lazy basterd and I was running late and I'm hungover....but an electric but solve all my problems.

Then the real question is: what kind? Any recommendations?

Most are dry shave. Plug them in (unless they are cordless), turn them on, and shave away. You can buy a wet shaver that can be used in the shower. However, if you don't have to shave too often you may not want to spend so much on a shaver... on the flip side, if you shave in the shower and it saves you time and/or the shower is the place you want to shave then go ahead and pay the extra moolah.

I should be in the market for a new razor. I've used the same razor for 15 or more years. I'm not certain if I can get a new screen or blades for it anymore. I too don't shave very often. Maybe every week, usually every other week. I have a goatee, which is a huge feat for me, and I just shave my cheeks and neck, and I can hardly grow any hair there so I can get away with it for a long time.

[GreenTeaFrapp]

Originally Posted by Locke

Currently, for me shaving is just way too much work...I havent shaved in a couple weeks because I can get away with it, but I really should have today before work but I didnt because I'm a lazy basterd and I was running late and I'm hungover....but an electric but solve all my problems.

Then the real question is: what kind? Any recommendations?

From the sounds of it, all you need is a pair of tweezers. In your case, they'll do a better job then any razor.

[burn_baby_burn]

I use the Fusion Power and I absolutely love it. Rarely do I cut myself. My skin is pretty sensitive so I have found that I need to use a good shaving gel. One product that really changed my skin was Bump Stopper 2. Use it twice a day to medicate ingrown hairs. Its hard to find so you may need to ask for it, but most stores carry it. You won't find it in the shaving aisle, it will be in the African Canadian hair products section.

http://www.bumpstopper.com/index.htm

[edn88]

I might be an easily marketed to sheep, but I find my Fusion Power to be the best razor I have ever used. Four blades and vibration make for a great shave. I actually shave without gel (every other day) while in the shower and find it is a very good shave. When the battery runs out, the shave is not quite as easy (so in my opinion the vibrations do something). And when the blue strip disappears it is blad change time. I think I use a blade every two to three weeks.

As for an electric shaver, tried all sorts, and never found one that comes close to a bladed razor.

[fredr123]

Originally Posted by edn88

I might be an easily marketed to sheep, but I find my Fusion Power to be the best razor I have ever used. Four blades and vibration make for a great shave. I actually shave without gel (every other day) while in the shower and find it is a very good shave. When the battery runs out, the shave is not quite as easy (so in my opinion the vibrations do something). And when the blue strip disappears it is blade change time. I think I use a blade every two to three weeks.

As for an electric shaver, tried all sorts, and never found one that comes close to a bladed razor.

I agree. Except my blue strip disappears after two, maybe three, shaves tops. Gets kind of pricey to go through blades that fast. Using an electric razor, however, might not be any cheaper since those blades dull over time and probably wouldn't be immune to the wire brush that grows out of my head.

[Stranger]

Originally Posted by Flames Draft Watcher

I buy packs of the cheapest disposables possible and use each one for months. Shave in the hot shower with no shaving cream.

Total money spent on shaving per year? Bout $3

Shaving in the shower is the way to go. I just wait till the end of the shower so my skin has a chance to loosen up and then shave. I've never got razor burn that way. You can use your blades longer and don't need shaving cream either.

[Daradon]

Originally Posted by Locke

This is what I was wondering. Whats the procedure here? Still shaving cream? Yes/no? Is it just: turn the thing on and have at 'er? In the shower? Wet/dry? Whats the deal.

Currently, for me shaving is just way too much work...I havent shaved in a couple weeks because I can get away with it, but I really should have today before work but I didnt because I'm a lazy basterd and I was running late and I'm hungover....but an electric but solve all my problems.

Then the real question is: what kind? Any recommendations?

They are making wet ones now and ones that work with cream, but must just flip it on and go. I have a braun and it works pretty good. As I mentioned, saves a lot of time and saves your skin, but it will never be as close as a real shave. I often end up touching up with a regular razor if I'm not going for a rough look.

[Russic]

I'd like to share a quick tip that CP delivered to me last year: hair conditioner makes a killer shaving cream. My razor burn incidents were cutback big time once I switched from shaving cream to conditioner.