I read that you should shave first. If you shave how is it seeing the dark hairs?
2018973
The laser does not see the hairs, it goes after the dark color. If you had a dark spot on your skin the laser would zap it and give you a bit of burn. The shorter hair allows the laser to zap it closer to the root slowing hair growth and eventually killing the hair follicle.
2018974
I use an earlier version of the Tria on my upper lip and underarm area for many months and have never gotten an ingrown hair.
2018975
I think the best way to describe the skin is not necessarily 'light' but translucent. I get the best results where you can still see the hair follicle in the skin, even after shaving. For me, this was underarms and the backs of my lower legs. Although I may try anyway, my forearms are probably not good candidates, because although the hair is dark, the skin is thicker, and I cannot see the root as easily.
1376266
The shaver will actually tell you when you need to clean it. i always clean it when it goes from 100% power to 40% power. That way, it seems to give me the best shave
1080018
No, but you can shave. Waxing would be counter productive, as it lightens the hair. The darker hair at tracks the later and is removed better. Lighter hair does not respond well.
488879
First the instruction on charging. Then shave the area to be lasered. Shaving can be done a few days before. Do not plunck, wax or Nair for three to six weeks prior to using the laser. You need to only shave for three to six weeks.
48820
I used it for the first time last night. I leaves a little stubble, but is far faster and safer than the devices I have used in the past. Plus, leaving a little stubble means it will itch less later. I like it, so far. And, the website is the coolest thing ever (www.shaveeverywhere.com)
1971471
I like the razor and keep it charged most of the time.... saying that, you might want to keep the razor plugged in while shaving. There doesn't seem to be any loss of cutting power while you groom yourself.
90738
I agree on the gentler solution. This is more for detail work in my opinion, gives a nice close shave. Not sure that it's a good choice for what you want to do.
1276581
For it to be effective, you'll have to trim your hair close to the scalp. So, I recommend getting a peanut shaver instead, but if you want a smooth shave, nothing beats the blade.
2276051
Yes it works great. It will hurt the first time but not after that. It lasts much longer than shaving and hair comes in much softer.
2058022
Hey Hoot. I've been DE shaving for a while and it really doesnt take anything special. I rinse the razor in hot water after each shave and do a more thorough cleaning when I change blades. Feathers last three shaves for me.
1705068
I noticed your e-mails this morning. Most of the time I grow my goatee and shave it down to where it looks like it's been there a couple days. But I was curious myself. I Shaved yesterday morning and this morning when I shaved it took about half of it off. It was pretty darn close have a good day I hope this help PS I normally just use the number two attachment myself.
1139931
Depends on how long they are; don't expect a close shave with this device. It's a trimmer, not a shaver, so it is more likely to leave stubble. Personally, I prefer to use this around my eyebrows for safety (I just think putting an exposed blade around your eyes is a dangerous thing), and use a facial shaver, like the Panasonic Pivoting Head Shaver, for my cheeks and the lower half of my face.
1156816
I'll be blunt. Until you get the hang of it, not really. I'm about 30 shaves in with this and feel like I'm just starting to get the hang of it. My ingrown hairs came along my neck because my beard grows left to right from ear to ear. It's much more difficult to shave there with this style razor compared to a Double Edge (The razor that your grandpa used) for that type, but I am at the point now where I do not get ingrown hairs. My wife has noticed and commented on this.
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
2130607
For best results if you have dark hair it would be best to bleach your hair first. If you have light hair you do not need to bleach
614511
Not being black, it's hard to say. I do have a somewhat curly beard though - not kinky. It seems to hook and pull up the hair better than any shaver I've ever had. I think that's why it makes my skin slightly pink after the shave. There is no discomfort from that though. So, guessing, I would say it's better than most.
1275629
i often shave every other day & it seam to do fine. i general take a hot shower & dry well, then wait abt. 15 -30 min. before shaving. i'm retired & will be shaving a two day grow in abt. 1 hr.