My daughter is starting to shave. Would this be good for a beginner? Also, how close is the shave?
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My daughter is 10 and if works great for her. Pretty close shave, not as close as a real razor, but good enough.
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I find that the razor scratches my legs somewhat when I use it dry, so I would not recommend it to a beginner.
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I could not answer this question for women. I will say you get a close shave using this, in the long run it is much cheeper, the product last probably a lifetime if taken care of (it's well made), if you lather correctly, less irritation than modern, traditional razors which I have no clue how those expensive ($) but cheep (quality) pieces of crap became mainstream but you do need to be more careful and patient using these
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If you're looking for a close shave on your face then I would recommend the Wahl 8061 5-Star Series Rechargeable Shaver Shaper. It's awesome! I use it daily on my face and it doesn't give me any bumps or in-grown hairs. I actually prefer it over using a traditional razor for shaving. The Andis Styliner trimmer won't give you a close shave on your face at all in comparison to the Wahl Shaver Shaper. And I would say the same about the aforementioned products if you're going to use them for cutting your hair too. The Styliner will cut your hair very short to the point where you will just see stubble, but the Wahl Shaver Shaper will leave your scalp smooth and bald just as a razor would (some people say it even cuts closer than a razor). If you opt for the Wahl Shaver, you don't really need to apply that much pressure when using it on your face like a typical electric shaver. It works just fine with little/moderate pressure. It's a very reliable shaver and requires very little maintenance. Every so often you just need to pop off the top portion and brush out all the hairs on the blade and that's it. Once the foil on the top portion starts to wear out (which you will be able to see visibly, this takes a long time by the way) you can just order the replacement foil/blade and pop that right on and you're good to go. I hope this answered your question. If you're looking for something to use for shaving your face you won't be disappointed with the Wahl Shaver. I think it's the best shaver that's available and it's the only one that I use.
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Not necessarily fast in comparison to a full size Braun. But, it will give a good close shave, just takes a little longer, even on the neck - it'scomfortable, no rash.
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Yes it is, sorry about the delayed response. I will sell it to you for $28 shipped to you. It was used 10 times to allow my face to adapt to the new razor, but honestly I can lather up and shave with a blade faster. I shave every other day because of sensitive skin, so it may work better daily. Good luck with your search.
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I don't know how to measure exactly how close the sensitive comb shaves, but it is VERY close. perhaps 1 or 2 mm... it leaves just stubble, but there are no nicks and cuts in my experience. Shaving closer carefully with a blade like the Fusion or even safer, a women's blade like the Venus Proskin, produces a smooth shave. Based on rave reviews for close shaves from the Philips Norelco BG2040 BodyGroom Pro, I bought that one but found that trying to shave pubic hair resulted in painful cuts.
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It shaves very close, but it's meant for facial hair. Don't expect a clean shave like with a razor. That said it DOES shave very close. If I normally trim my beard on #2 with most shavers, I have to use setting #4. So on #1 it'll leave the finest stubble you can imagine. Maybe that's what you are looking for?
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I believe so. I think my brother, who is a barber, uses it at his barber shop. But I'm not sure. He recommended it though, says its a great razor. I bought it for my dad for his face. They say it does a nice close shave. But I'd imagine its like any typical razor where u have to cut down the hair and then use it. But I dunno I'm not a guy so I don't use one, I only see my husband use it.
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I doubt you can buy an electric razor that gives that close of a shave...only razors will do that. This does give a decently close shave, though I recommend getting a Braun. The beard trimmers on the backside of these suck and pull hair.
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I used it for the first time last night. I leaves a little stubble, but is far faster and safer than the devices I have used in the past. Plus, leaving a little stubble means it will itch less later. I like it, so far. And, the website is the coolest thing ever (www.shaveeverywhere.com)
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So much smoother and closer shave compared to a safety razor. Also, you can go as fast as you wish and even against the grain without any type of "burn" or irritation. I've also gone over two weeks on the same blade and it still feels like the first shave.
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I would be careful if you haven't used this type of razor before. They take some getting used to. I am old enough to have used this type as a young man so I have had no problems shaving my face with it. Take your time and use a gentle touch.
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To me it is just a better starting razor. If you want other ideas check out the art of shaving.
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It's a terrible razor. I should learn. If the price is too good to be true, most likely it's junk. It's junk. Spend a little more and get a good one.
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I have one of these and mine is the de86bl, I think the de89 have the chrome handels series. I love the easy way it shaves, great for the beginners.
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Body/Beard absolutely - the foil shaver while advertised for the body is not top of the line. Personally I use either a 5 blade for that extra close shave.
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A bit late, but I like Dovo razors myself. 5/8 or 6/8 is pretty comfortable starting. I would look for a shave ready straight razor. A filly strop is nice to start with and works very well. May hove to google that one.