The difference between trimmer and electric shaver

In order for a person to have a neat and well-groomed appearance, today it is not necessary to visit expensive hair salons or have a personal stylist. It is enough just to have an improvised tool for timely trimming the bristles, beards and mustaches. The market is able to offer different types of devices, designed for specific needs. Some devices are universal, others are more focused. The choice is large enough, and in a variety of fairly easy to get lost. To prevent this from happening, let's look at the difference between the trimmer and the electric razor.

Electric shaver and everything connected with it

An electric shaver for men is as important as a cosmetic bag for the weaker sex.Initially, this device was designed and created as a tool for shaving the head and performing simple hairstyles (boxing, halfboxing, etc.). Over time, technology has been improved, and now the electric razor is able to perform much more functions than the elementary haircut "at zero".

Now this type of devices serves simultaneously to perform several functions. For example, daily shave bristle. The peculiarity of the electric shaver is its versatility. Many people ask how the usual razor differs from a full-size electric razor. There are a number of advantages.

1. For example, unlike any safety razor, an electric appliance blade. do not irritate the skin. This is especially important in cases with an increased dermatological response to everyday allergens and irritants, as well as when the skin is too dry and sensitive.
2. The second obvious advantage is blade durabilityinstalled on the device. For their reliability and durability, they give a hundred points ahead to any manual machine. The amount of shaving with electric razor hair can be calculated in whole football fields.Where the usual razor has already blunted, the blade-knife will work for a long time.
   

3. The third important and highly relevant plus is shave quality. If during the work with the machine there is a high probability to touch the painful area of ​​skin (pimple, etc.) and damage it, then in the case of an electric device this probability is reduced to zero. In other words, shaving becomes really safe. The trauma of the skin of the face is significantly reduced, as a result, the convenience and comfort of use is increased.
4. The fourth plus of the appliance is nozzles. It is hardly possible to gently trim the temples with a conventional blade. Even if you adapt yourself to do it, the procedure itself will take quite a lot of time, and in the case of an electric razor, you just need to use a kit with nozzles and do everything that is necessary in minutes.
   

5. There is no need to use gels and shaving foam; "dry shave". In the case of a manual machine, this is not possible.

Of course, like all other appliances, the shaver is not without flaws. The device is poorly suited for bristles. Not every model has a trimmer and nozzles for it. The electric shaver is completely unsuitable for a beard.

Device requires periodic rechargingmay turn off at the most inopportune moment. Moreover, the peculiarity is such that it is impossible to use the device during recharging.

To avoid this drawback, it is better to develop the habit of constantly recharging the device without discharging it to the end - this will minimize the discomfort of its use.

In addition, it is necessary to conduct regular maintenance. Cleaning, sharpening and balancing knives in low-cost models, lubricating parts in cases where the blades are self-sharpening. If the user asks why to maintain the electric razor and stops doing it, then the machine can fail, and quite quickly.

For the operation of the device power supply needed. Whether batteries, built-in batteries, or a power cord, an electric machine will always depend on these additional requirements, while the manual shaver is always and everywhere available. The price of the device and additional blades, as a rule, are higher than the price tag for a conventional disposable machine.

All about trimmers

What is the difference between a trimmer and an electric razor? First, you should decide on the classification of the device and its purpose. Trimmers serve, first of all, for beard and mustache, for their care, trimming, etc. It should be remembered that the trimmer does not imply a smooth shave, and does not have the appropriate capabilities for this. All that can be done with a trimmer is to shorten the hair on the face to a certain length, but not to shave it down to a state of smooth and clean skin. For such purposes, just need a razor.

As a rule, it is rather difficult to choose between two types of devices (electric shaver and trimmer). It is best to have both devices on hand. A razor may be needed in daily use. The trimmer is necessary by the way if the user decides to let go of the bristles or grow a beard.

Here is a list of the most obvious benefits of using trimmer.

1. Perfect fit to control beard level. Most often, the nozzle pitch has a division of 1 mm (from 1 to 10 mm). In rare cases, there are models that have a pitch of 0.5 mm, but they are professional, so they are more expensive and are rarely found in retail.
2. Shaves to level one day bristles. If for some reason the owner of the trimmer is tired of wearing a beard, he can easily and quickly level it to the level of a flat bristle. It is very convenient to make your own style, without spending on going to the barbershop.
   

3. It is relatively inexpensive. If the average razor costs around 1,500 rubles, then a trimmer can be found at half that cost.
4. A large number of nozzles. Many different universal (suitable for most models) trimmers can pleasantly surprise the inexperienced user and experienced barber.
   

5. Easy to use. A trimmer is a very highly specialized device that is difficult to use in any other way than for its intended purpose. You just need to press a button and start trimming. This is another difference from the electric razor, which, nevertheless, is a more universal subject.

Despite the impressive list of advantages that the device possesses, nevertheless, it was not possible to completely dispense with the drawbacks. The first thing that attracts attention is the inability to shave "clean". However, had this feature been fully realized in the trimmer, it would have turned into an electric razor at the same time.

Secondly, we should mention the design of the blades-knives, which may differ slightly from razor. Although the principle of action, in many cases, will be similar. Blades in the trimmer can quickly become unusable due to loss of balancing. It is not always possible to correct this deficiency with your own hands.

The third thing that needs to be put in the column "disadvantages" is lack of opportunity to work with long hair. Imagine you want to trim your beard, which has become much larger, say, 17 mm. You will not be able to do this with the help of nozzles, you will have to dub the trimmer blade to the maximum pitch (10 mm), and only after that you will be able to dub the beard at this level. There is a significant functional limitation on the eyes.

Another significant drawback is work noise trimmer motor. Most of these devices work much louder than electric razors, which, of course, puts them far from the most favorable light.

However, in more expensive models, this problem can be partly solved by good sound and vibration insulation, as well as a vibration cancellation system.

What is best for trimmer and electric shaver

Which device is best to use - a trimmer or a razor - depends on the user's request. For example, both devices are suitable for skin care. If there is a need to shave every day to a state of smooth skin without bristles, then the answer is obvious - an electric razor.

Special attention should be paid to the type of motor installed in the device - the performance and power of the device will largely depend on it.

For other parts of the body, especially for intimate haircuts and for the bikini zone more suitable trimmer. First, it is more compact. Secondly, it leaves less irritation due to the nozzles, which completely exclude the contact of the blades with the skin surface. Only the selected level of hair is cut off, thereby trimming them. If there is a need to shave in a delicate area, then experts recommend using a hand-held machine (for example, blades from the firm "vest") instead of an electric razor, since With this device it will be quite difficult to work through complex areas. A manual razor in the case of shaving hazardous areas will have an obvious advantage due to its size.

For women takes place ingrown hair problem, which when shaving can additionally injure the already sensitive areas of the body. Of course, in such cases it is better to use a trimmer or extremely carefully - a razor.

As a rule, women's technique for the care of intimate areas is limited to the epilator and trimmer. Statistics show that the proportion of use of the trimmer is much higher. It is quite easy to explain it - it is easier, more convenient and more comfortable to use it. And most importantly, it causes far less pain than the epilator. This distinction is not accidental, because with the help of a trimmer, you can also create intimate haircuts using different types of attachments (styler).

In any case, most experts recommend using an electric razor only for working with the scalp on the face, for all other parts of the body it will be better to use a trimmer.

Electric shaver with integrated trimmer

A trimmer razor is a kind of compromise between these two devices. It is designed primarily for those who appreciate practicality and versatility in the device. Of course, having two types of blades in one device, such a device has much more capabilities than each individually.

The scope of such a device is very wide, from a hairdressing salon to home haircuts and shaving. The peculiarity of this type of devices in their expanded functionality. In addition, by combining these two devices into one, the resulting unit is deprived of the disadvantages inherent in them separately.

Here is a list of the benefits of using such a device.

1. Versatility and true versatility. If earlier, two separate devices were required for shaving and trimming a beard, now only one is enough. Of course, it is much more convenient.
2. Less time consuming. Yes, exactly, the user spends less time, because he doesn’t need to prepare and clean two different devices, now everything he needs is in his hands.
3. Availability and Prevalence. The price of such devices, as a rule, is quite affordable, although the quality may not always meet the stated requirements. It is important to follow up with the purchase that the blade was made of stainless steel, and let the machine itself be rotary.
4. Easy to maintain. Such universal devices, as a rule, are designed with a long service life embedded in them.In other words, service in them is not only provided, but also desirable. To carry it out is easy, because it includes cleaning and lubricating the knives, as well as balancing them (in rare cases).

There are a few drawbacks.

1. If among the advantages was noted lung machine maintenance, then its regularity will be a clear disadvantage. Yes, it will be necessary to serve the universal electric razor more often than usual. This is explained quite easily, more details, more potential damage.
2. The second obvious disadvantage is inherent in all electrical appliances. We are talking about power source. Everything is simple here: if you forget to recharge your device or simply replace the batteries, then it is likely that it can fail you at the most inopportune moment. Imagine a situation: you are in a hurry, late for an important meeting and you needed to quickly trim the beard, which became sloppy. Half of the work was done, and the machine turned off and stopped giving signs of life. Time does not wait, but the beard still looks untidy. It is good if there is an extra set of batteries in stock, or the model allows you to use it immediately, as soon as it is plugged into an outlet.Unfortunately, most manufacturers do not use a razor until it is fully charged.
3. Break more often. Unfortunately, this is also a fact. The more complex the device, the greater the chance that it will fail. Two blades, plus a set of universal nozzles can break much faster than one.
4. Dimensions. Such a universal device will have larger dimensions than, say, a trimmer and an electric shaver separately. More dimensions, less space for maneuver, therefore, the user can no longer afford some of the things that he does using less bulky items.
5. Blade quality. Another important aspect to pay attention to. If the blade is made of a low-quality alloy, the razor will very soon lose balance and begin to bite large hairs, which can lead to skin irritation.

Conclusion

Both devices have a number of undeniable advantages and disadvantages. Choose one of them is quite problematic, since they have different applications. It is best to have both devices, so that when the need arises, each of them is at hand.Oddly enough, but the use of devices such as "2 in 1" less justified due to a number of shortcomings, which were mentioned above. Ultimately, the main criterion for using the shaver and trimmer will be the user's need, which can be covered by these devices.