Is anyone else facing the problem in shaving the neck? I used this shaver for the first time today and I have mixed feelings as of now. Good part is that i got a nice close shave. Bad part is that it took lot of time to shave my neck. In fact i had to use a razor to get my neck shaved. Is anyone else facing this issue? I had a three day stubble. Is anyone else facing the problem in shaving the neck? I used this shaver for the first time today and I have mixed feelings as of now. Good part is that i got a nice close shave. Bad part is that... » Read More Is anyone else facing the problem in shaving the neck? I used this shaver for the first time today and I have mixed feelings as of now. Good part is that i got a nice close shave. Bad part is that it took lot of time to shave my neck. In fact i had to use a razor to get my neck shaved. Is anyone else facing this issue? I had a three day stubble. « Show Less
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I use the soft setting first and then finish with the lock setting. My neck has always been an issue...hairs grow in multiple directions.
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Same here !!! Hair grows in all directions on my face too. Somehow I am not able to clear my neck properly. What is the soft setting for?
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I have pretty tough hair to shave and I change the blade once a week which is really good. I still am getting alot closer shave on days 5-6 than I typically got on day 1 from the cheapie disposable razors I was using before.
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No it's not normal. I v'e had my shaver for several years. I was concerned that the first shaver that I purchased might die pretty soon, so I bought another one.The only thing that the first shaver needed was a new blade. When the new shaver arrived, I took off the new blade and put it on my old shaver and it works good as new.
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I haven't had any issue with this. However, being a relatively inexpensive mobile shaver. I do not use this shaver with a thick week growth beard. I used it if I have a little stubble and want to touch it up and smooth my face. I believe the foil on this is very thin being a travel type shaver and it is possible that like others have suggested perhaps your beard is too long or maybe you have a defective unit. It seems to work fairly well for my touch up needs.
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I found that it does not shave smoothly. It does leave a stubble and irritates your skin if you continue trying to get a smoother shave.
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Juan,Did you have luck using the shaver before,and if so for how many weeks ?Possibility , a new pair of Alkaline batteries need to be installed.I've had mine for about 5 months,and it still works great.Gerald
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Hi Julie. H** to the No! I have not had any issues of facial hair growth using this item at all. If anyone else has I need for them to speak up! The only issues I have had is I found that the pimple healing has not worked for me miraculously as others have described nor has it shortened their duration. My skin is very clear but I do have an occational zit. Also, I believe I was causing hyperpigmentation to my neck by having the frequency too high. I say that because I began to notice what appeared to be burn marks after about a month of using. They went away after I stopped using the product on my neck area. I have since learned that the neck should be treated with less intensity then the face. I was afraid to use around the eye area so I can't comment on that. Overall, I believe it's doing something good for me so I recommend having it in your anti-aging arsenal.
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I takes a while for your skin to get use to it, try using an after shave cream, after a while your skin won't notice your shaver anymore.
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I'm even more late, but thought I'd add my 2 cents. I have used two norelco rotary shavers, two Braun foil shavers and a Panasonic foil. Hands down the best shave is from the Panasonic. One of the Norelco's is my first electric razor purchased back in 1994 and still running like new - now that is quality construction. However the shave closeness is not as good compared to more recent shavers and takes forever. The other norelco is a much newer one, one of their recent nivea lotion models. I can get a good shave out of it, but it lacks in comparison to the Panasonic, not as close and takes much longer. The Braun's both performed excellently, but always left me with irritation, and sometimes good burns too. Both were self-cleaning synchro shavers. If you want strictly dry shaving, Braun is a good choice. Panasonic, a fully immersible wet/dry electric, I may have never used this razor dry, I can't remember so I won't comment on that. i prefer wet shaving with a quality soap or cream and brush, in the shower. It always gives me an almost blade close shave, without any irritation or most importantly bleeding. It never looses power when confronted with dense growth unlike the norelco's. If I have 2 days growth the norelco motor is audibly and sensibly effected. The Panasonic is unaffected It's motor plows through anything. I have loved my Panasonic ES8228S so much, but have decided to upgrade to the ES-LA93K. Will the Panasonic be up on ebay, like the fate of my other dis-guarded razors? HELL NO! I will keep it for a rainy day, change of pace, in case the 93k explodes or some other act of God takes it from me. I will continue to love my ES8228S for it's lifetime. Seriously guys, it's that good.
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The shaver doesn't cut my neck when shaving, but I have been using Norelco 3-head shavers for years. I would suggest using less pressure in the neck area, and repeat several times.
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Don't know that it is "acceptable" or not, but I seem to get 3-4 shaves before recharging. I now have 2, so 1 is always on a charger. My 1st one was dropped in water, so it didn't seem to hold a charge for very long. So, I used to use it while plugged in to the charger/outlet. I had to buy my 2nd one because my charger went out and stopped charging (replacement chargers are about $40.00, cheaper to buy a whole new razor)! Guess you could call/email manufacturer and ask them what the "charge/battery" life is, or should be?
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Had mine just over three months. I use it with hot water and hand soap. The blades are definitely less efficient than they were, although still better than my last razor.Out of the posters on this thread, three indicate a life of 3-4 months... Interesting. Guess I'll try the "Tom's brushless cream".J. Thayer, how old are you and how hard is your beard?
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I have very sensitive skin around my neck and this is the first razor that does not cause major irritation. I have a Norelco, a Povos and a Remington and the Panasonic is by far the best electric razor I have ever used. I will be using it exclusively in the future. Really well made and holds a charge better than aby of my others. Hope this answers your question. Bruce
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Contact the company - they have really good customer service - I've had mine for almost a year and it works awesome - don't give up its a great shaver
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Is it your first time using an electric shaver?its quite normal for it to 'shake or vibrate', maybe you need to tighten the screws a little bit more.
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How long are you running it for? I've done grooming in sections since my shih tzu has alot of hair and not alot of patience. I do remember reading that just from duration of running the razor will have some heat. My best guess is it is a normal occurrence and perhaps to do shorter grooming sessions. I typically do 30min shaves with breaks/treats and I haven't experience it getting hot yet. Hopefully that helps dispel any worry.
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Hi Nicolas,Disappointingly, no, it was not ready to shave. I purchased it as a Christmas present for my husband. He liked it, but you almost expect it to be ready to use when it came out of the box. It is kind of like getting a toy on Christmas and forgot the batteries. So, my husband did have to use the leather strap to sharpen it. He did try to use it before realizing this. You can imagine that was not too comfortable. No major damage, but, again, you just awesome when you purchase it that it is ready to use.Other than that, it is a good straight edge razor.Hope this helps!Cathy Hi Nicolas,Disappointingly, no, it was not ready to shave. I purchased it as a Christmas present for my husband. He liked it, but you almost expect it to be ready to use when it came out of the box. It is kind of like getting a toy on Christmas and forgot the batteries. So, my husband did have to use the leather strap to sharpen it. He did try to use it before realizing this. You can imagine that was not too comfortable. No major damage, but, again, you just awesome when you purchase it that it is ready to use.Other than that, it is a good straight edge razor.Hope... » Read More Hi Nicolas,Disappointingly, no, it was not ready to shave. I purchased it as a Christmas present for my husband. He liked it, but you almost expect it to be ready to use when it came out of the box. It is kind of like getting a toy on Christmas and forgot the batteries. So, my husband did have to use the leather strap to sharpen it. He did try to use it before realizing this. You can imagine that was not too comfortable. No major damage, but, again, you just awesome when you purchase it that it is ready to use.Other than that, it is a good straight edge razor.Hope this helps!Cathy « Show Less