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Our panelists tested more than a dozen foil and rotary shavers to find out which would give a close shave. - We look for:
- Smoothness of face
- Noise
- Ease of cleaning
- Battery life
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Electric razors buying guide
Electric shavers can be expensive to buy and maintain, but they avoid nicks, and let you shave without soap and water. Our testers found a few models that they liked.
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Electric shavers are popular on men's gift lists for several reasons: They let you shave without the muss and fuss of lather
and water, a real plus when you're traveling or if you like an afternoon touch-up at the office. If you're looking for information
about electric shavers, Consumer Reports is your best resource. Use our electric shaver buying guide to learn about the electric shaver features that are most important
to consider. We also provide Ratings and recommendations on the best foil and rotary electric shavers.
