Can I use BG2030 For Shaving/Trimming Facial hair? Is it true, All I want is to trim my facial hair and need some advice and tips that whether it's a good idea.
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No. I just bought one and the instructions explicitly say "do not use on the face. This device should only be used below the neck line". It says this at least twice in the instructions, so i think they mean it.
2074262
I don't know. Electric shavers don't work on my beard. Since I initially wrote my review I have switched to Zirh shaving gel. It is less expensive and a better shave. This is still a good product, but I use also a safety razor which helps cut down on irritation. Try the Prorasso preshave cream, then use BJ or Zirh. You will have a smooth shaving experience.
2075210
The shaver only has a traditional sideburn trimmer that can be used to neat'n up a scraggly beard or moustache. You can't "comb" out a long beard to shorten or manage it. You will want a small moustache trimmer with attachable cutting combs of various lengths. That is usually a fifteen dollar, battery operated shaver available anywhere grooming products are sold. I just bought a Wahl beard trimmer at Kmart for twelve dollars (with 3 beard combs) the same day my Braun arrived from Amazon.
1981533
My sisters and I love the bellabe and it works great for normal facial hair, but it does not work well on coarse hair. Having a few of those growing (as I have gotten older sigh) lol I have to pluck those out with tweezers.
196125
Hello JJI. I have been meaning to respond to your post and used my braun 9595 for the 2nd time only today. I'm a doctor and appreciate your concern which is genuine and as you explain, far from ideal to end up with hairs in your trachy site. Unfortunately, I think you're safer staying away from this shaver for your particular concern since there was a considerable amount of small hairs that fell during my shave today. I could clearly see those hairs in the sink and since they fall out dry, they are more difficult to extract and clean. I don't know if you currently shave with 'wet' razors, but I would imagine that is the safest and cleanest way to shave around the area. Dry hairs tend to be problematic to remove and most likely to elicit the undesired inflammatory reactions although less likely obstruct the area due to their minute size. This shaver does not have a vacuum system and I don't know how it compares to others since this is my first electric shaver. Also, I can't even comment on the quality of shave at this very early stage yet but I'll leave a review in due course. I hope this is useful but please accept this at face value as my opinion only from what I've experienced personally so far. Its worth mentioning that my stubble is slightly thicker than your average stubble. All the best.
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Personally I use it and I know of a few other people who do as well. However, depending on the coarseness of the facial hair, one might need more than a couple of treatments before it becomes painless and comfortable. I do believe there is a specific model that is recommended for the face and other sensitive areas. They are from emjoi as well with the same concept, and I know they work well on soft thin hair, but i'm not sure if they work as well on coarse hair. Hope that helps.
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I wold not recommend it. It is great for hair, but it is way to big and clunky for a beard trimmer. Phillips (and others) do beard trimmers which are 1/4 of the size, battery operated and can handle different "styles". This one is super powerful, but it would feel like trimming your beard with an chainsaw...
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Yes, you shouldn't have any problems. However I actually recommend using the beard trimmer; the body grooming head tends to shave much too close and the trimming edges can snag very easily. I find that using this head causes razor bumps 99% of the time, so your best bet is using the beard trimmer and then maybe the close shave head if you want.
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This shaver is an intimate and body trimmer and not designed for the beard. I am using a Braun cruZer6 for beard and ears. Also, it can be used for head haircuts. The two together can let the gentleman care for just about all areas. The only thing missing is for us Neanderthals who have hair inside our ear canals that we need to conquer. Recommendation? Spring for this one and a beard trimmer.
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Sorry this isn't an answer to your question, but I would like to add that I would also like to know whether or not this will do what you are asking. I like to trim my beard down as low as possible, the only reason I don't shave is because I get horrible razor burn.So, can this trimmer do the really low stubble/shadow look?
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I ready don't know. I bought mines strickly for my beard. However I imagine you could. It's a hair trimmer. Best investment I made.
2270128
Sure... I guess. It has a popout sideburn shaver like most electrics. You can use that on a beard, but it's not very comfortable.In terms of an official, adjustable length beard grooming attachment, no.
875364
With the attachements it works quite well. Three hair length choices. Direct application of the trimmer without attachments not recommended for a full beard trim or elsewhere, though good for sideburns trim and tight areas around the nose. I've been very pleased with mine. Especially like the fact it is quieter than most trimmers; there are losts of complaints about noise with this type of trimmer. See amazon reviews of line. Good luck, Paulo.
908415
I haven't tried that and wouldn't, in my case, as the hair in those areas tends to be coarser in most males (so I hear..Lol..) and I don't think this razor is geared for that. I use a trimmer/clipper for that ("Norelco MultiGroom") and that works fine, but yes, you do have to be careful or u can cut/nick your "boys"..Lol..
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What I've learned is that every African American beard is NOT the same. You have to give it a shot yourself to determine what's best for YOU and almost have to ignore everyone who tells you what does and doesn't work. Having said that, although I think the Magic Shave powder works best for me, it's very inconvenient. The Wahl shaver is the best runner up that I've found and have been using it for over a year. This is the first time I'm not even considering an alternative. If you give it a shot, you should wait after 2 weeks before deciding if it works because it takes about that long for your hair to adapt. AND I also have to use a trimmer prior to shaving because the shaver only works on micro short hairs. I'm in my 40's and only recently found something that works best for me so the best of luck to you.
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As I think I understand your question, your beard (not shaving for a few days) will be the same as with a blade. If you do not shave for a several days, it becomes difficult as with a razor (Use the side trimmer to shave down). I need to shave every other day, two at the most. Same as blade, it will pull. I use the Braun Series 7 at its lightest of three settings on my neck and closer on my mustache and chin. No (much much less) ingrown hairs, which I am prone to and MUCH easier on my face. I can shave again, if I need to and with no problem, when I got out at night, with no problem. Hairs that lie flat are, indeed, problematic - I stretch or pinch skin to raise hair. I will never to back to a multi blade. After the 'Track Two' it only got worse. I think the multi-blade razors pulls the hair out and results in ingrown hairs in my case. It seems the more blades, the worse it got. I begged Gillette in writing (in my opinion the leader) to make a double edge blade and razor, like my father had. The cheap disposable single edge BIC's are not for me and the 'Art of Shaving' is $$$. As you can tell beyond your original question, my face loves the Series 7. It is faster to shave and WAY cheaper over time if you do the math. You change the cartridge after a year of half for about $30-$40. They also have a six week return policy (I think). You'll get the hang of it in two and will know after a month if it is for you. There may be some videos on YouTube as well.
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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.