Actual shave, or just close cut? I use the Body Bare shaver currently and it doesn't actually shave anything, it just cuts the hair close, leaving a stubble. Is this product any better? I want a straight-up baby-face shave and I've yet to find a product that actually can do this. Reviews I've found on Amazon are mixed enough that I'm unsure. Actual shave, or just close cut? I use the Body Bare shaver currently and it doesn't actually shave anything, it just cuts the hair close, leaving a stubble. Is this product any better? I want... » Read More Actual shave, or just close cut? I use the Body Bare shaver currently and it doesn't actually shave anything, it just cuts the hair close, leaving a stubble. Is this product any better? I want a straight-up baby-face shave and I've yet to find a product that actually can do this. Reviews I've found on Amazon are mixed enough that I'm unsure. « Show Less
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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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What's wrong with hairy balls and hairy buttholes?Hairy chests and legs on men is sexy! And hairy balls and buttcracks are sexy too! If I wanted to sleep with a hairless person, I'd either sleep with a woman (ewwwww!), a child (I'm NOT Michael Jackson, hello!) or a chemo patient.Guys, stop shaving your bodys and let me feel that sexy fur!
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Nope. It's not a shaver, it's a very close trimmer. I own one and reviewed it above. It gets really really close, but a razor would get closer and in some of the areas this is designed for, that would you're likely to end up bloody if you're not extremely careful.
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But don't get all careless and think you can just ram it around your groin without some damage. That's a delicate area, and requires some focus and not too much pressure.
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I used to shave by chest/abs with a razor and I often got ingrowns, and then I started using the Norelco I use for my face and found that I got an even closer shave and less possibilty of ingrowns. I looking to buy the bodygroomer because I doubt shaving my body with my face shaver is good for the blades. How "bad" is the stubble? If I'm looking for a clean, hairless look do you recommend this or should I just continue shaving with my face shaver? Thanks.
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I think it would be easier to use a manuel razor with cold water. This panasonic electric takes me double the amount of time it takes me to shave with a manuel razor. This is the only electric shaver I have used, and I am not sure if amore expensive models cut any better. However, you are right with any shaving (manuel or electric) it is easier to maintain the area as opposed to letting it grow too long. Sorry, I couldn't be of more help.
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I have had a Braun shaver since 1986 always liked it, close shave. I was in the retail business and one of our products was electric razors. I always told a customers if you are happy with your shave results don't change brands just upgrade existing. The ones that decided to purchase a Braun because of my reviews had 30 day money back guarantees. Why series 7 over #5 ? The reviews I read made me feel like the #7 had all the bells and whistles and the razor felt good in my hand. I have shaved pretty much every day for over 40 years , a medium heavy beard my wife had to tell to quit bragging about getting the best shave of my life with the series #7. Best features swivel head, great on the neck, cord can be taken on a trip without the cleaning unit. You can refill the cleaning canisters, it does well on a 3 day growth. Pricey yes, I am retired , If my son had a razor on his gift list this is the one I would buy. Sorry I couldn't make a big comparison.
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I read some on-line posts about this and I have been using a short stroke, since this head does not pivot, it helps keep the blade angle correct. I Use a good quality shave lotion instead of foam from a can, with lots of warm water, usually straight from the shower. I blead a little at first but once I got the hang of it my wife and I both love the closeness of the shave.
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Hi, I bought this product and after charging it and while i was reading the instructions, I noticed that i bought the wrong one. I need one for shaving, not for body grooming. I would like to know if I can replace it for one to shave my beard. The only thing is the receipt wasnt in the box, but i can attach the email from amazon. Thank you so much for your comprehension.
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I often used this trimmer to shave my face but I didn't need a close, smooth shave (like a razor or dedicated electric shaver). I don't remember if it came with a foil (face) attachment - I just used the trimmers and wouldn't use the foil anyway since the heads are too small. I've owned several brands of trimmers like these and this one trimmed the closest to the skin. However, this trimmer didn't last very long. I bought two of these and they both lasted about a year (one a little longer and one a little shorter). The extension definitely helped to reach farther you but it didn't extend far enough for me so that was more of a tease. I moved onto another shaver (wahl) and I'm much happier with it, even though the trimmer doesn't trim quite as close and it doesn't extend (I use a manual back shaver where the razor inserts into that). the wahl might have come with a foil face shaver (not sure) but I never wanted to use it. I don't work in an office job anymore so a 5 o'clock shadow in the morning is ok for me. Hope this helps.
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From my two-month experience it is designed and works better as a body groomer. I tried it once on my face and din't like the awkward angles it allowed so I got a separate beard trimmer. You may with some practice and patience(which I lack) grow to manipulate it anywhere but for me, given prior history with a multi-purpose shaver, I could never quite get the feel I was comfortable with. Hope this helps...
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My experience is that it does not work like a razor. In fact, I didn't have much luck with it at all. It would work well for a very smooth surface like your face, but I was hoping to use it for my bikini line, and it didn't shave close enough to be used for rougher skin surfaces. Plus the shaving head is very small, only a fraction of the size of a razor. I used it for about two minutes and ended up throwing it away.
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This listing is inaccurate as to actual model number and the heads (blades). It clearly says it has lift and cut. I just received my order and the box says the model is 6955XL/41. It doe not have lift and cut heads. According to Norelco site, that specific model has the CloseCut Heads. I am returning the shaver under "different from ordered." Since it was fulfilled by a Marketplace Seller (Amazon does not sell them direct), some may be selling 6955 models that have the lift and cut heads, but there is no way to know unless you query each seller to check the box. I'd like to know what 6955 model has them (6955XL/??).
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Hi. This is ia GREAT question, man. I've been shaving my head for years now (not even sure if I'm grey or still brown, lol), and have used electric shavers happily. The two brands I've used most successfully are Norelco (Phillips in Europe and Canada), and Braun. I prefer the Norelco, because just every once in a while, the Braun foil crimps and the blade irritates my skull, eh? But with the Norelco floating head system, never happens. And both shave me about equally close. Now, i've found that on my face, just by the way, they are equal, but the one place the Braun wins is on the neck. Never have found the best neck shave with the Norelco. But for me, that's not a big deal, compared to how close and comfortable (and fast, because those triple heads cover good ground) the Norelco does my head and face. Now to be clear, either the Norelco or Braun is GREAT for head shaving. I just give the norelco a slight, no pun intended, edge. Hope this helps.
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I use it for shaving per se but it doesn't give you a close shave. From the moving blade to the tip is about 1mm long. What you'll probably need to do (like me) is use it but use a foil shaver right after for a closer shave.
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I really don't know since I returned this item after a few weeks. It just didn't provide a close shave. I now use the Braun 7 series which gives a great close shave.
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I have both (bought the ES8103S first), and the ES8243A is by far the better shaver for me. My 60+ year old face has some tough hair growth and getting a close shave was always a dream, until the ES8143A.A shave does take me 4 to 6 minutes due to some tough under chin areas so I only get 3 to 4 shaves per charge but for me it is worth it. I get up to a year on the foil/blades before I have to replace them. Unfortunate the foil/blades are so expensive. The shaver is 4 years old and going strong.
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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 would contact amazon first then the vender. i returned mine asap as i was disappointed on the quality of the end result, a close and tight "shave". seems the norelco type shaving head does non work well on the head.
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For me personally, yes it is just as close a shave without the razor burn I experienced with the multi-blade razors. I now enjoy shaving again and am back to shaving daily, thanks to this razor!
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If you are going to let it grow out, you will definitely want to use the trimmer side first to take your beard down and then use the foil side for a nice clean shave. The trimmer side does a pretty good job of bringing it into a manageable length for the foil side. It will take a bit more time with the trimmer side than if you were to use actual hair trimmers. This will do the job for sure but maybe not as quick as you might want it to. I hate shaving too and this has been one of the best that I have used and I still love it. Definitely keep it clean and it will keep your face happy. Hope this helps!!