Do these brushes really help make a difference? I have been considering getting one because I always seem to get cut applying shave cream with my hand
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Yeah, it definitely makes a difference compared to hand application, at least to me. Brush helps to reach more even and thorough coating. Moreover it better prepares stubble for shaving and has some peeling effect. This brush is one of the best options in this price range, which allows you to decide if it's worth upgrading to something more expensive in the future.
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Try changing the brand blades you use'My razor came with Feather blades, and I would walk out of the bathroom looking like I had been in a knife fight.Bought an assortment pack of blades and found Astra blades worked for me.You will need to find the correct blade for you.Also make sure your blades are fitting in the razor straight, without one end sticking out further than the other.
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?????Not sure how you can get cut applying cream by hand...brush helps the cream soften the beard..if you are new to wet shaving, there are a couple forums on the net that will enlighten you.....
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I'm sure you'd be able to use "gel" shaving cream, although I would apply it with a brush to stimulate the facial hair. I haven't as I enjoy the mug and brush routine now. The EJ razor is excellent and I'm confident you'd get a great shave either way.
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I find the bristles very soft. If you apply pressure, you probably could irritate your skin, but if you use gentle strokes, you should be okay. I use circular strokes when washing my face.
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I have not had any problems with them so far.(knock on wood!!) they seriously are the best brushes!!!!!!
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They kind of do. They don't work as smoothly. Also these original clarisonic brushes are antibacterial and these are definitely not. Hope this helps.
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Every one has different types of skin. So my recommendation would be Astra or Personna... They both last me 3-4 good shaves a piece. Feather razors are good but are really sharp. I use all 3..can't go wrong with those
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I had the same issue as you're having. I found it works best if you go with the hairs and if you need a closer shave go across the hairs for a second time. Vice using the traditional method of going against your facial hair. Be sure to put on more shaving cream with your brush if you do go over your neck/ face again so your skin doesn't get irritated.
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Johnny, they're pretty stiff. For me it was duh...what i mean it is an expoliant brush too. So it opens and cleans your pores. Hope this helps. And it is a bit awkward for me to use in my hands and for a woman i have biggish very steady hands. Kimmie
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It seems many like Shark, but at least for my DE razor they are my least favorite. Lord is a brand I like a lot better and it comes in half blades also. I normally shave with Feather, but my other favorites, not sure if they com in halves, are Gillette Goal. My point is just that if you haven't tried Lord, I think you should, then come tell me what you think. :) Maybe this is different for a single edge razor though.
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Not at all. The rubber flat with just a little shave cream makes a good cleaning surface. It'll promise the world but I've found that it just helps make shaving a more pleasant experience.
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I love mine. I have looked at them in the store and they are the same. You can buy them at Kohls and Bed Bath and Beyond in the store. Compare prices and do the best deal. They were the same brushes for me. You can always send it back if you are not happy. .
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All right, thanks Toby. The fact you also indirectly recommended Williams electric shave lotion also tells me you probably don't work for Braun so you're impartial. It's a fortune for an electric razor, but I think I'll go for it..
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of course you can....take a tiny bit of shave cream on your finger tip and work it into the bridles of the brush. make sure the bridles are very wet, then apply to your face. enjoy a good shave!
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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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My beard is really tough and it takes quite a while for me to get a close shave, but the Panasonic does a better job than any other shaver I've ever used. Leave the cleaning base at home and just take the charger/cord with you on the road. I can get about 10 shaves on a charge, but I plug the shaver in overnight when on the road. If you clean the shaver under running water you will never *have* to clean it in the base, although that's what I do when not travelling. It's a great shaver... You can't go wrong. I've got the ES8228 and the ES8109. They're pretty much the same shavers with different trim. I replaced a Braun 360.
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Are you using a brush and a bit of water? This isn't like shave cream from a can, it needs to be "worked" into a lather. There are plenty of brushes available on Amazon for 10-20$. Worth it.
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In my opinion, you pretty much need a brush. I cannot imagine it working very well just with hands - you really need to whip it up to get the proper, thick lather required to shave with.