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HisBestFriend Asked February 2022

Hello good advisers! I seem to have taken over the shaving duties for my DH. Help!

Hi Fellow Travelers, We are currently using a hand held toss-away razor because that is what was on hand when DH decided the beard was not good. (That's another story for another time!) I am using that, but DH's nurse-practioner suggested an electric razor which would be easier and quicker for me to use.


This is a subject I know zero about! Can you guys give me a clue? I see razors going for as much as $400 or as little as $24! Not that money is the only concern here, but it does seem to speak to a wider array than I know what to do with! Any ideas?

Sendhelp Feb 2022
HisBestFriend,

Braun Electric Razor for Men With Precision Beard Trimmer, Rechargeable, Wet & Dry Foil Shaver, Clean & Charge Station & Travel Case, Silver, 3 Piece Set is $229.94 on Amazon.

My dH is happy with this quality electric shaver, but you do not have to buy an expensive product.

FLcaregiver4two Feb 2022
Use what you're most comfortable with as long as it provides a comfortable shave. The key to using a blade is buying a good razor! For my Dad, I wrapped his face in a warm, wet washcloth before starting (just like a barbershop shave). Then I used sensitive-skin shaving cream and a regular Schick razor with disposable blades with a sensitive skin strip attached. I was nervous, having never shaved someone else, but it was so easy! If you prefer an electric shaver, go for it. In both cases, it's good to use a light facial lotion on elderly skin after the shave. Dad and I really enjoyed this morning routine together.

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hallah Feb 2022
I’ve used a Norelco rechargeable razor for several years. It still gives a good shave. The more I use it the better the shave I get. Every three or four years I change the cutting heads on it. I also use a manual razor when I want a closer, smoother shave.

Two shaving tips I’ve learned:
1.Before using the rechargeable razor I’ll apply some William’s Electric Pre-Shave to my beard area. It removes the oil on the skin so you get a smoother shave. I’ll wait a few minutes for it to dry. Then use the Norelco.
2. I’ve also showered and waited maybe a hour and then shave. It seems my face hasn’t built up any oil in that time so, again, a better shave. I don’t use the pre-shave solution at that time.

When I use the manual razor I like Edge brand shaving foam (orange top can) for sensitive skin.
BeenThroughThis Feb 2022
@hallah, thank you for this interesting post mentioning electric pre-shave liquid.

I always vaguely wondered why anyone would use it, and was scared thinking why put something wet on your face then touching the wet place with an electric device?

You have clarified the mystery: you let it dry before shaving, and it does help get a good close shave.

Good to know! Thanks for giving us the benefit of your experience which I bet will be helpful to poster HisBestFriend who is looking to help her hubby.
Isthisrealyreal Feb 2022
My stepdad used a 40.00 Gillette electric razor for years. He loved it and could do his own shaving until the last week of his life.

Do a Google review for the best, cheapest electric razor. You want to look for pulling and stubble. Nothing hurts like an electric razor pulling your facial hair and leaving a 3 day stubble is no good.

Grandma1954 Feb 2022
Buy an inexpensive one. I bought a "Norelco" to use for my Husband and it worked for years, still works not that I use it much.
And if you do prefer a blade razor I think it is Gillette that has a razor specifically designed for caregivers to use. The handle and the blade are angled so that it is safer and easier for a caregiver to use.

JoAnn29 Feb 2022
Those throw aways are horrible. My DH will not use them.

You can find an electric razor for lots less than $400.

HisBestFriend Feb 2022
Hey, thanks! That's a place to start, I guess. I'm not trimming though, I'm trying for a clean shave. Same thing work okay?
funkygrandma59 Feb 2022
Sorry, I misunderstood your question. Both things I recommended were for trimming and not clean shaving.
When my husband went from a beard to a goatee he used a Mach3 razor and it worked well and gave him a nice clean shave on the areas that he didn't want hair.
funkygrandma59 Feb 2022
I had to shave and trim my husbands beard and mustache for years. I started with a fairly nice Wahl shaver/trimmer at first, but then ended up using an inexpensive Remington beard trimmer that I bought at Walmart that worked honestly even better, and it was smaller and easier for me to handle.
You don't have to spend a fortune to get the job done right. Good luck.

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