What To Look For
Electric shavers are often the choice of men who get ingrown hairs and razor bumps. If your mornings mean shaving on the go, choose an electric shaver with a rechargeable battery that charges on a base. Rotary shavers remove your whiskers with a series of rotating blades that turn and cut the hairs. Foil shavers have a punched metal foil over the blades; the facial hair goes in the holes and is cut. Consumer Reports found that foil models are the best type of electric shavers.
Common Pitfalls
Hygiene can be a problem with electric razors. With a classic razor, you rinse the blade under running water as you're shaving. However, electric razors obviously shouldn't be held under running water. Instead, you should clean your electric shaver after each shave. This will prevent a buildup of bacteria in the blades. While some shavers are tough to clean, others offer a self-cleaning cycle using sanitizing liquid.
Where To Buy
You can purchase electric shavers from a variety of stores. Discount stores such as Walmart and home stores like Bed Bath & Beyond often have more lenient return policies if you are not satisfied with the shaver.
Cost
The price of an electric shaver varies with the model's features. The prices at Bed Bath & Beyond range from $100 to $400. Walmart offers a variety of electric shavers from $12 to $225.
Accessories
Electric shavers periodically need new blades; this can range from every six months to as little as every two years. New blades typically cost $25 to $45.
Insider Tips
You shouldn't despair if you don't get the shave you want from your new electric razor in a few days. Consumer Reports notes it may take up to three weeks for you to get your optimum shave. Your face needs time to get used to an electric razor, particularly if you have been using a traditional razor.
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