With an electric shaver, you can easily, quickly and safely shave at home without any mess or hassle. These shavers are specially designed to move along the contours of the face and also reach difficult areas to provide clean and smooth shave.
And moreover, they are designed to prevent any direct contact with the skin, preventing any injuries like cuts or bruises. So, even a beginner can use an electric shaver without any worries.
Given that there are many options out there, it is quite hard to choose a single product, especially if you are unaware of how to analyze them.
To help you out, we have curated an ultimate buying guide with all the factors and information required to analyze and choose the right electric shaver for your needs.
3 Key Points to Know For Choosing The Perfect Shavers for mens
Factor 1. Choose the type of trimmer you need
This is the foremost factor to consider while purchasing an electric shaver. Based on the blade type and design, they are categorized into foil, rotary and hybrid. While analyzing this factor, you have to consider your skin type, shaving frequency, hair growth and other requirements. For your reference, we have provided a clear comparison below.
Sensitive skin
Straight hair
Quick cleaning
Normal skin
Curly or wavy hair
Quieter shaving
Normal skin
Curly or wavy hair
Also can trim beard
Factor 2. Choose the shaving type: Wet vs dry
Some men like to shave after shower as the moisture would soften the hair during a bath. While others like to apply gels or shaving creams for shaving. So, based on your shaving preference, you have to choose whether you want to go with a wet or dry model. Below is a quick comparison for your reference.
Factor 3. Other Features To look For
Once you have decided which type and model is suitable, you can now check out the different features. We have mentioned them below with a clear description.
a) Cordless
Cordless models are usually convenient, travel-friendly and practice options. If this is your choice, then check out the battery charging and runtime before making the purchase. Alternatively, check out the models you can charge while shaving. This helps you save time and avoid waiting.
b) Waterproof
Wet shaving is usually helpful for people with sensitive skin. It provides a smoother finish without wasting time. However, only some models have the wet and dry feature. So, make sure to check before purchasing.
c) Easy to Clean
Some models come with removable heads that help you rinse the shaver easily. However, some of them don’t have removable heads. They are a bit difficult to clean and may get damaged over time. Some self-cleaning shavers can sanitize the head themselves. This self-cleaning system pumps the sanitizing liquid through the cutters. However, they cannot remove the trapped hair. Such models come with cleaning brushes that help to remove the trapped hair between the blades.
d) Quick charge
Some models come with a 5-minute quick charge option which provides adequate charge for a single-pass.
e) Display
Some high-end shavers come with a display which provides insights on how much charge is left to shave.
f) Attachments
Some models come with additional attachments like trimmer (either as attachment or built-in). This helps to trim or style as per your preference.