The choice of an electric shaver is based on certain criteria, the appearance, ergonomics and characteristics stand out as the main ones. Ergonomics and appearance are subjective parameters, and design and technical features require a more careful attitude to yourself.
Shaver Selection: Key Features
- type of razor system: mesh or rotary;
- the number of heads and their degree of mobility;
- the possibility of dry or wet shaving;
- work from the battery or from a network;
- the presence of a trimmer;
- additional features and functions.
Now you can consider each of the parameters separately.
Currently, there are two types of systems on the market: grid and rotary.
The mesh system is based on the fact that the bristles are trimmed with blades that vibrate, they are separated from the skin surface by a mesh. It captures the hairs, while protecting the skin from cuts, and their blades cut off. It is generally accepted that mesh razors do better with long bristles, they are also better suited for people who have sensitive skin, since they cause less injury. Brown electric shavers are mainly from this category.
The rotary razor system works due to the fact that round rotating knives located in the shaving heads cut off the bristles. Such a system is good in that it qualitatively shaves unevenly grown bristles, due to which a smoother shave is ensured. Panasonic electric shavers belong to this category.
The number and mobility of the heads affect the cleanliness and quality of shaving. Recently, electric shavers having a double or triple shaving system are becoming more common. The number of heads determines which razor system. Mesh razors can have 1-3 heads, while a rotary razor can have two or three heads. The choice of an electric shaver should be based on what the quality of the shave will be. In turn, the quality depends on the number of shaving heads, the speed of their rotation or oscillation.
Shaving heads, in addition, can be floating and stationary. If the razor has floating heads, then they follow the contours of the face, making shaving more clean and comfortable, as they can shave the bristles even in the most difficult places. Among the models with a floating head, there are those in which the direction of movement of the heads differs. If we are talking about floating heads, it is important to keep the razor slightly touching the skin so as not to block the free movement of the heads.
The choice of electric shaver should also be based on whether it provides a shave: dry or wet. Initially, they were created exclusively for dry shaving. This device is convenient to use on the road when there is no access to water. Recently, many manufacturers have been considering wet shaving, as most consumers choose this method for everyday use. Shaving with such razors turned out to be more comfortable, and their cleaning is easier than with other types, since they can be washed under running water. Some modern models have a dispenser tank in which you can place a gel or lotion.
Another option is the presence of a trimmer. This is especially true for those who have a mustache or beard, as a retractable trimmer allows you to quickly trim or shorten them.
When choosing an electric shaver, it is important to pay attention to what kind of energy source it works from. Models that have a battery are extremely convenient for use in places where there is no access to the mains. And here it is important to remember that the larger the battery capacity, the longer the device will be able to work without recharging.
In conclusion, we can say that when choosing it is worth paying attention to the cost of consumables, as well as to the time during which they fail.