Author Topic: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!  (Read 5582 times)

Offline k_floss

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I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« on: June 16, 2008, 05:17:13 PM »
When I first started using it a few months back, it seemed like the s*** --but now, it is no less akin to taking an electirc sander to your head, AND HAVING TO SHAVE AREAS OF YOUR HEAD RAW OVER AND OVER AGAIN --AND STILL, not getting close enough.

I've tried pretty much every shaving cream/gel out there --and, although some make the shaver move faster, I still have to go over areas repeatedly --WHICH, OF COURSE ,MAKES FOR PLENTY OF IRRITATION AND BLEEDING SPOTS.

And get this, I actually have to use ANOTHER SHAVER to shave the base of the back of my head --the Panasonic for some reason just won't even get this area AT ALL.

So now, I'm coming to you guys to see what I should look for in terms of just a regular razor --as this overwhelms me a bit --there being so many out there and all.
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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2008, 05:20:17 PM »
Try a HeadBlade (http://www.headblade.com) It's what I use and I wouldn't trade it for any other razor on the market.
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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #2 on: June 16, 2008, 05:27:46 PM »
I had the same issue K_floss.  I jumped from the Wet/Dry to the HeadBlade.
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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #3 on: June 16, 2008, 05:32:36 PM »
Headblade does the trick for most of my dome, though I do touch up a bit around the ears with my Schick Extreme3.

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #4 on: June 16, 2008, 06:10:08 PM »
Try the Gilette Fusion that way you will only have to use one razor for the whole job.

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #5 on: June 16, 2008, 06:16:32 PM »
Thanks guys!! --ANYTHING!

My showers had gotten to the point where they've been taking anywhere from 30-40 minutes!! --by which time, my fingers are so water-logged I can't even hold the damn thing!

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #6 on: June 17, 2008, 04:37:55 AM »
Another HeadBlade fan here............ i can't imagine shaving my head without it.
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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2008, 04:50:13 AM »
Try the Gilette Fusion that way you will only have to use one razor for the whole job.
I agree with Tom. You can't headblade your face. And I don't like the idea of having to deal with two razors.

Has anyone tried headblading their face?
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Re: I'm Lovin' My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2008, 05:55:00 AM »
I'm standing firmly with my Panasonic Linear.  I used it this morning and got a great shave.  No irriatation, no cuts.  I use an ample amount of Anthony Pre-Shave oil.  I agree it can irritate if you have to shave the same area over and over.  I just don't have my blade shave routine as refined as I hope to someday.

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #9 on: June 17, 2008, 09:06:13 AM »
Try the Gilette Fusion that way you will only have to use one razor for the whole job.
I agree with Tom. You can't headblade your face. And I don't like the idea of having to deal with two razors.

Has anyone tried headblading their face?
Does TimmJ use a headblade....  ???  Maybe....   ::)

Timmay you're gone only two days. I we miss his profound posts and life experiences already.  :'(


Rafter, I HB my face. I just flip the blade around and go to town. Head and face all done in a few minutes.
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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #10 on: June 17, 2008, 02:23:06 PM »
My advice is Fusion, Manual or Power, in more than 8 months never a serious slice or nick, just four or five red spots that got a little out of control--I use 10% Benzoyl Peroxide get to calm that down, some Nivea shave balm and now for the summer a couple of shots of Banana Boat to keep the oily/sweat down and provide SPF protection.  You won't regret the Fusion, and it doesn't require any technique to avoid cuts, etc. Get a good gel, Nivea has a new one out, or headslick.  But the Headblade, for me and others, (1) doesn't give a close shave, and (2) requires skill.  I believe in KISS, and FUSION.  Keep It Simple Stupid.

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #11 on: June 17, 2008, 02:42:08 PM »
Well, it would make sense to be able to use just one razor for the whole kit and caboodle.

Yeah, I dunno --I went and bought the HB last night (haven't used it yet), but the more I think about it, I'm not really that bowled over by their other products I've been using, so you may have a point, saint.

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #12 on: June 17, 2008, 03:10:18 PM »
Well, it would make sense to be able to use just one razor for the whole kit and caboodle.

Yeah, I dunno --I went and bought the HB last night (haven't used it yet), but the more I think about it, I'm not really that bowled over by their other products I've been using, so you may have a point, saint.

Try it and let me know how you like it. If you have any probems I'll try to give you some pointers. :)
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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #13 on: June 17, 2008, 08:40:42 PM »
I actually just called the Gillette company (I've been known to do that sort of thing when I "research" stuff), and was told by the rep that most of the head-shavers who've called her actually prefer the Mach 3 for head shaving.

I just talked to a friend of mine who also shaves his head --he said that's actually what he uses.

Guess I'll just have to try all of them and see which one works best for moi.

I'll definitely keep you guys posted!

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Re: I Am OVER My Panasonic Wet/Dry!!
« Reply #14 on: June 18, 2008, 01:48:55 AM »
I actually just called the Gillette company (I've been known to do that sort of thing when I "research" stuff), and was told by the rep that most of the head-shavers who've called her actually prefer the Mach 3 for head shaving.

I just talked to a friend of mine who also shaves his head --he said that's actually what he uses.

Guess I'll just have to try all of them and see which one works best for moi.

I'll definitely keep you guys posted!

Wow, they actually know their products!  I prefer the Mach3 to the Fusion.
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