Need help

[anupsabraham]

I am using gillette mach 3 turbo until now for shaving my head. Now I'm thinking about buying a trimmer or shaver. I came across Philips Norelco Head Groom(http://www.usa.philips.com/c/hair-clippers/headgroom-180degree-rotating-head-corded-cordless-qc5550_40/prd/en/). Anybody got any idea about how good is this one? Do I need to change the blade once in a while?

Also any other suggestions?

[Sir Harry]

I like the Andis series clippers which I own one....I don't own any Phillips, but regardless, most of the clippers, regardless of brand, give a smooth look, but nothing does it as smooth as a razor IMO.

[anupsabraham]

I like the Andis series clippers which I own one....I don't own any Phillips, but regardless, most of the clippers, regardless of brand, give a smooth look, but nothing does it as smooth as a razor IMO.

Why I am going for a trimmer is that I get small irritations on the back of my head whenever I shave. So I need to wait for 2 days to shave my head again.

And I need an almost shaved look on my head. For that, which model will you suggest?

[Crowbar]

Wahl "Baldfader" trimmers worked well for me. They have much finer teeth than the standard Wahl clippers and other clippers I looked at. This means that they really pick up all the hairs well (like a fine tooth comb does) and they cut pretty close to give that one day growth look and feel

[EN4CER]

Hi Anup.


I bought the Philips QC5550 a few weeks ago and think it's absolutely brilliant.


I buzz mine to about a number one, but the balder attachment will leave you clean 

[anupsabraham]

Wahl "Baldfader" trimmers worked well for me. They have much finer teeth than the standard Wahl clippers and other clippers I looked at. This means that they really pick up all the hairs well (like a fine tooth comb does) and they cut pretty close to give that one day growth look and feel

Thanks for the reply.  I have seen my friends using Wahl products. I liked it better than my normal one.  Anyway, I saw a review video of bald fader. It does some amazing job. I'm impressed. But the problem is that there is no Wahl service center near my place. So in case I need any service to be done, I need to travel a lot for it.   

Hi Anup.


I bought the Philips QC5550 a few weeks ago and think it's absolutely brilliant.


I buzz mine to about a number one, but the balder attachment will leave you clean 

  Thanks for the reply.  I have some questions. Does this need any maintenance like blade changing or anything? Also using this causes any kind of irritation?

[Sir Harry]

Hi, Anup....Sorry I took so long to respond back after your last question, but the key with most razors is to lubricate them with clipper oil before every use or at least once every three shaves. The clipper oil helps keep the teeth from rusting which can lead to a severe breakout of razor bumps. As for razor bumps, do you wash your scalp after every shave? What do you use for aftershave? Another possibility to stop razor bumps is to rub an ice cube across your scalp after every shave. PM me if you need some more suggestions on clippers and/or razor bumps. Good luck!

[anupsabraham]

Hi, Anup....Sorry I took so long to respond back after your last question, but the key with most razors is to lubricate them with clipper oil before every use or at least once every three shaves. The clipper oil helps keep the teeth from rusting which can lead to a severe breakout of razor bumps. As for razor bumps, do you wash your scalp after every shave? What do you use for aftershave? Another possibility to stop razor bumps is to rub an ice cube across your scalp after every shave. PM me if you need some more suggestions on clippers and/or razor bumps. Good luck!

Thank you Harry.

I don't get large razor bumps. Just some little only. But it takes more than 1 day to clear. That's all. And I get these even when I'm using a new blade.

If you apply clipper oil on the razor blade before shave, won't these hair stick to the razor blades? ( I use Gillette Mach3 Turbo )

I wash my scalp after every shave. I use Brut aftershave sometimes. And sometimes I don't use aftershave at all.

[Sir Harry]

Even if you don't use aftershave, NEVER just shave and not apply something to calm the pores down. Even if you just use an ice cube, ALWAYS do some form of post-shave treatment even if it's just an ice cube rub, rubbing alcohol or just some witch hazel. It may burn or sting, but it's much better than doing nothing and getting razor bumps.

[anupsabraham]

Even if you don't use aftershave, NEVER just shave and not apply something to calm the pores down. Even if you just use an ice cube, ALWAYS do some form of post-shave treatment even if it's just an ice cube rub, rubbing alcohol or just some witch hazel. It may burn or sting, but it's much better than doing nothing and getting razor bumps.

Oh k... Thanks.. :-)

[EN4CER]

Hi Anup,


No oiling or blade changing required with the Philips QC5550. They have self sharpening blades and the unit is waterproof, so you can wash it out.

[anupsabraham]

Hi Anup,


No oiling or blade changing required with the Philips QC5550. They have self sharpening blades and the unit is waterproof, so you can wash it out.

Wow. That's excellent!!

[EN4CER]

Hi Anup,


No oiling or blade changing required with the Philips QC5550. They have self sharpening blades and the unit is waterproof, so you can wash it out.

Wow. That's excellent!!

indeed it is.. great clipper mate.. 

[anupsabraham]

Thanks man... :-) I'm going to buy it... 

[Crowbar]

Thanks man... :-) I'm going to buy it... 

If you get it I would love to read a review, I haven't seen these in Australia