I haven't used a razor in a few years. I use an epilator. Do I have to wait for the hair to grow back, then shave, before I can use this system?
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yes you have to do to use any machine IPL, but I can tell you if this product works because my equipment arrived broke
1412370
You don't want any hair growth (they tell you to shave first) so should be fine.
1273126
The hair is captured inside. Then I merely snap off the blade assembly and blow it clean. Also, from time to time it indicates you should wash the blades. A very simple task. You do not need to stand by anything while shaving.
851778
I have actually gone back to using my old one (from the 80's) as the newer one doesn't seem to work anywhere near as well. An Epilady rep gave me some tips for use with the new one. Even though I followed instructions and gave it time....still same results. However, if my only choice was the new Epilady vs shaving or something like Nair, I'd choose the Epilady. Hope that helps.
1323236
According to the literature that came with my razor, one may use shaving cream or not, whichever you prefer.☺
84715
I had been epilating for about 6 months previous, so I may have slower regrowth, but I definitely need to epilate every week. However, my friend can get away with 2 to 3 weeks, but she's been epilating for 2 years. I believe it's a very individual need based on speed of regrowth, amount of hair and how much regrowth you can stand.
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You have to trim down first with clippers. The instructions say the stubble should ideally be 1/32" which is basically a few days worth of razor stubble, depending on how fast your hair grows. This shaver is exclusively for stubble; if the hair is too long, it will not cut it, remember it is a shaver, not clippers. This will not give you as smooth a shave as a razor, it is designed to prevent razor bumps and irratation. It does what is was designed to do...give you a close shave without irratation.
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Laura, re your question, I am not sure. I like the razor as it has 3 different shaving screens and I use the closest shaving one. If I let my beard grow out more than a few days then I use the trimmer to cut it shorter then I use the razor part.I like the razor except for the switch problem. Maybe you can try it out and if happy with results, great. If the results are not good, be sure to return it within 30 days for Amazon return.
1996656
it depends how hairy you are... for me it is much faster, than it used to be with the old Panasonic epilator, since the head is almost twice as wide. It takes about 10-15 minutes for both legs and thighs. Make sure you exfoliate few times a week to avoid ingrown hair.
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Epilator works the same on every part of the body. If you have very hairy hands and long hair, it will hurt the first time, so I'd recommend you wax it and then keep it in shape with the epilator.
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I personally do it about every 2-3 weeks & the hair is much softer & tolerable than if you shave with a normal razor. Exfoliating will help make sure the hair raised & easier for the epilator to pull it from the root.
1081427
If you can get past the sting if the Epliady that will work best. Shaving makes stubble that you don't get with the Epilady. Stubble comes back quickly, with the Epilady the hair come back a little at a time and you could stay ahead of the massive job if you schedule it in you time
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Only if I use it immediately after shaving. If I wait like 20 minutes it's fine.
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I use it on my head so the answer is 'yes'... provisionally. Like any electric shaver you can only let your hair go so far until you have to either use a blade or - and this is what I do - use a set of clippers with the guide removed and run them over your scalp (or face) to turn your beard/hair into short stubble. From there the Braun can handle it just fine. BUT as others have noted the Series 3 shavers do not shave as close as previous Braun razors. So you will need to take your time going over and over your head to get a close shave. I find a circular motion works best. Either that or up/down followed by side to side. I use it on my head so the answer is 'yes'... provisionally. Like any electric shaver you can only let your hair go so far until you have to either use a blade or - and this is what I do - use a set of clippers with the guide removed and run them over your scalp (or face) to turn your beard/hair into short stubble. From there the Braun can handle it just fine. BUT as others have noted the Series 3 shavers do not shave as close as previous Braun razors. So you will need to take your time going over and over your head to get a close shave. I find a circular motion works best. Either that or... » Read More I use it on my head so the answer is 'yes'... provisionally. Like any electric shaver you can only let your hair go so far until you have to either use a blade or - and this is what I do - use a set of clippers with the guide removed and run them over your scalp (or face) to turn your beard/hair into short stubble. From there the Braun can handle it just fine. BUT as others have noted the Series 3 shavers do not shave as close as previous Braun razors. So you will need to take your time going over and over your head to get a close shave. I find a circular motion works best. Either that or up/down followed by side to side. « Show Less
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As dpydee said you can shave with it with the cord but not if it has discharged completely. If that happens then it must recharge for a while before it can be used with the cord. Not sure about the 5-15 minutes but I will take his/her word for it.
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Absolutely, I have been using epilator for more than 10 years. It can't be even compared to razor, the skin is smooth and after you use it for a while it slows the hair growth! Now, I only use it couple of times a month on my legs because the hair takes long time to grow! I love epilation so are all of my friends. I know it can be paintful the first few times but once the skin gets used to it it's painless! The hair loses thickness which makes it easier to use with time
433964
Yes, its important to use this after shaving to prolong the life of your blades. I pat dry and blow dry my blades each use. Its takes 3 months for me to change, longer than i had before
1151600
Yes. I have not found any area that it didn't work on. If this is your first time using this method, I suggest shaving the area and then using the epilator the next few days as the stubble grows back.