I'm 27, been bald for about 2-3 years now. I just want to say you're the soul reason I've leaned into being bald, and gave me the confidence to be seen bald. I used to feel like I was the ugliest wretched human around just cause I was young and bald. But I PROMISE you, confidence is EVERYTHING. I just want to sincerely thank you for that confidence. Also im glad im not the only one who hates shaving the back. Found a good unscented scalp moisturizer, it's a life saver!
@Baldcafe Thank you brother, never had a father growing up. So people like you on TH-cam have helped me learn and have confidence. You'll have my respect for life man. 🙏🏼
I have this one and it has been great. But, you can't let it go more than a couple of days between shaves....what I like to do is hit the thick areas (the horseshoe) every day with the Andis. The top part can go a couple of days. Doing it that say saves a little time. I don't get any irritation since it doesn't take that many passes on the thick hair, if done every day.
Not sure if worthy of a follow-up trial...but, the Andis works really well if done every other day. I would have had the same result as you if I had let it go 4 days.
I tried this Andis shaver more than a year ago. I used it maybe three times and sent it back to Amazon, from which I bought it. I never used it long enough to get a good head shave. As you said, it really did get my skin hot. I got a similar shaver from Babyliss, which I think does a pretty good job, but it takes quite a bit of going over the stubble several times. Also the replacement foil and blades are rather expensive and the foil wears a hole before the blades seem to go dull. I also have a Pitbull Gold headshaver, which came with two heads, one with four and one with five rotary heads. It gets as good as it gets fairly quickly but does not get to a really close shave. But I can use the Pitbull and then finish up with the Babyliss and have a very good result. But the best head shave for me comes from a Gillette Mach 3 cartridge. I’m an older (75) guy but I have been Bald By Choice for 15 years and still have a lot of hair Up There and usually shave every two to three days. The Mach 3 does it for me most of the time. It’s quicker and closer and less irritating than any other method. I don’t think I am old enough to be trusted with a double edge razor. It’s just to bloody for me. Thanks for your work; I’ve been watching for years!
Guys even spending money on blades and stuff is still much less than hair systems, transplants, etc. I bounce between my Braun Series 9 and shaving wet. I’m saving thousands a year not to mention the cost of anxiety. This channel gave me my life back!
I think the twig has been the best investment I've made, can get a box of 100 blades from astra for €10, cream for €10, a brush for ,€10 That's maybe a €90 start with only €20 a year max to refill shaving cream and blades Pretty crazy compared to haircut prices and systems/meds and the like
There are some people who look good enough that pattern balding patterns don't take away from their looks. You are one such person. Thank you for the reviews, made my life easier picking the foil shaver I purchase.
I use the wahl balding clipper thanks to your review on it. And then I follow it up with this exact shaver. The andis shaver works best with the least amount of hair possible. You had too much hair and thats why it wasn't working properly. Both are easy to use and leave me 100% bald. I also have the andis trimmer for my facial hair. I have saved so much money since I started to cut my own hair. All three of these machines have payed for themselves many time over.
Great video! The coil shaver is best for those who deal with skin irritation due to blade shaving. For the best results with this, your hair needs to be cut very low. I cut my hair with clippers and then quickly buzz my head with a coil shaver for extra smoothness and to get rid of any left over stubble. I love coil shavers but those looking to get one have to understand that your hair must be very low. If you use it every day or every other day, i think that's the sweet spot. This channel helped me take the plunge and shave my head earlier this year!😎 Thanks for all you do!
I can't be bothered to shave my head every day or every other day, I'm a once a week kind of guy. I shave my head with the Andis T-Outliner first (zero gapped) then you this exact foiler which is what brought me to this channel. I'm still have problems though in the exact spots he had in this video. I have go over the back of head sooooo many times, and my hair is extremely fine. Super frustrating there's nothing else on the market.
Totally agree with your assessment of electrics. Wet shaves might seem a bit more hassle but for me it's an overall more pleasant experience. I do have a Remington headshaver for in hand luggage when I can't take my blades, but I never find it as easy or comfortable as advertised. It's fine for a quick pass on one day's growth but would never be my go-to. Leafshave Twig FTW.
I use andis foil shaver for my head and it is the best thing I've found- no burns or ingrown hairs or irritation. Key is to shave every other day and to go a little bit slower on the first pass against the grain. Usually takes approx. 10 mins. and you can easily listen and hear if you have cut all stubble. Best tool for head shaving in my opinion, if done correctly.
I use the Babyliss Pro Foil Shaver and really, really like it. I can do multiple passes comfortably (if needed) without any irritation. More expensive than the Andis though, but higher quality.
I would highly recommend getting the Babyliss Pro foil shaver over this Andis! The Babyliss is a lot more powerful so can cut longer hair (can go longer between cuts if you want to), the foils last significantly longer before needing to be replaced (cheaper to run) and I prefer the build quality of it too - although some will prefer the lighter plastic of the Andis. ✌️
For me, the difference between "razor bald" and "clipper bald" is so miniscule, that going electric was a no-brainer. Apart from avoiding inevitable nicks and cuts, the time and cost savings justify the purchase. 3 minutes every couple days takes care of things. I seriously doubt that I would have remained as diligent if shaving had become a half hour ritual. Sometimes 99% is good enough.
Agreed. Using the Andis is much easier, if done every couple of days regularly, than having to deal with the shaving cream and razors. Mine gives me a smoother shave than what I can typically get from a razor, anyway.
@@craigkarimalbasri4317 I'm still wondering why trimmers in general Haven't been able to cut as close as these when they have been out since like '80s Tech in other things has advanced a lot why are trimmers still stuck it seems or is it companies know how to make them cut closer but choose not to
I have that unit and your evaluation is spot on. It’s great for cleaning up a client’s neckline but for a full daily head shave like what you and I do, it’s not that great.
I got this shaver a month ago and I love it. I understand you thought it difficult on 4 days growth, that is too long. 2 days is pushing it but doable. If used every day this shaver makes short work of it, with minimal irritation
As a head shaver who usually rolls 3 to 5 days between head shaves... My Merkur 2 piece slant A.K.A. the Sledgehammer... effortlessly plows through the thickest growth... no tugging , no pain... no lingering hot irritation what so ever...and.. it never clogs..I've got a lot of safety razors... and nothing touches it for head shaving.
I love the Bic Chromium Platnums... They're just a smidge below Feathers in sharpness... but.. where they excel is they actually get sharper after the first shave and hold an edge much longer... where the Feathers are great on the first shave and quickly degrade.. now you may ask how is it possible for a blade to be sharper on the second shave? Well.. Bic puts a teflon coating on the blade for smoothness... however... it kinda fouls the edge a bit.. your first shave wears that coating off and gets ya to the real edge.@jakerobichaux939
From someone that has used both the Andis Foil Shaver and the Remington Rx7 that you have reviewed in another video I feel like I have to add that both of them can handle a wet shave. For me with the Andis the process is as follows: Wash head, Brush up a shaving soap lather and apply to head with a shaving brush, do one pass all over, reapply lather before the next pass and so on for 3 to 4 passes before washing my head clean and applying a moisturizer after a gentle drying. I never have problems with skin irritation. Knowing that most people apply shaving cream or soap to any surface before shaving with a razor and then complaining when they don't do the same as they rub back and forth with a machine and get irritation comes off as a self explanatory mistake.
As a beginner shaver… and practicing barber* this is so much easier and time consuming. Learning to shave w/o cutting and the back of the head (especially w a lumpy dome)
I'm a barber. If you buy a professional clipper for home use, it will last forever. The foil blades would probably last a year or two before you would want to shave them. The big thing that gets left out is a proper clipper spray. Whichever clippers you're using a quality clipper spray (approx £10-£20) will enhance the performance and longevity of your clippers at home ✌️
Clippers that give a baby smooth shave? Which ones? If I go more than a couple of days between shaves, I will use the clippers to get hair down to 0 and then the Andis takes it to smooth. Best combination I have found. I was spending too much on razors and the hassle of shaving cream was a bit discouraging.
@@craigkarimalbasri4317 These days I use Babyliss pro lithium. They're very good, and they have a proper top to protect the foils so you can put them in a bag and not worry. I have used a set of the andis ones for years and they were pretty good. At work we'd always cut the hair down to a day or twos growth before foiling. (Which you already do but may have helped the man in the video). A barber friend of mine uses a cheap Remington 'skull shaver' type clipper on himself and he's had fantastic results. I don't know about the longevity of the clipper though. I would just make sure they're always oiled and buy the extra warranty so you can take them back for a new set if they pack up.
I’ve used a Braun Series 9 razor with great success. I have really sensitive skin and it works well. I’ve used some pre-shave that works pretty well, I believe it’s called Speick pre-shave. I’m curious to know what clipper spray the fellow above uses as well, and how it’s used. Is it on the foil/equipment/clippers itself, or on my face/head?
@@glassmw9823 Hi sorry, I've only just seen your question. I used 'Andis cool care' or 'Clippercide' clipper oil, it's used on the clippers themselves to clean and oil the blades. I use babyliss pro foil at work. It's the best I've tried and it has a proper cap to protect the foils if you need to put them in a bag 👍
Thanks for the review brother. I shave with a safety razor once every 4 days. It usually takes at least an hour start to finish with all of the set up, which can be a hassle even if I'm used to it now. I have the similar Andi's model, but I haven't used it for a while. But I wanted to watch a review on it since I'm going on a trip soon. Your experience was similar to mine, and I think I even have thicker/more coarse hair than yours. Just shaved yesterday, and I'll probably give it a try tomorrow once I'm out of town. Definitely took some aftershave oil, and bump control cream just in case. Hopefully it doesn't ruin my trip. Cheers.
Have this, cons - it is very noisy and you have to go over a good few times to get smooth, not quick. Pros - unlike a wet shave there is no redness and it leaves a natural matt skin finish rather than the high shine of a blade, good for low fade finishing off but not as a stand alone shaver.
Use a good trimmer first for few days growth hair, then foil shaver for the balding. Maybe someone in your region can get you a few Trimmers to try like: TPOB X Trimmer, Wahl Cordless Detailer, Andis GTX-EXO Cordless Li Skeleton Trimmer, Babyliss Pro Snap FX Skeleton Trimmer, JRL 2020T.
I use my Babyliss fx3 pro foil shave every day on my head and its legit a blessing! No more terrible cuts. My advice tho if you have more then a day or two of growth make sure you use a beard shaver first to knock it all the way down for the cleanest smoothest results. It will get rid of the sting you get from using a Foil Shaver.
Even with a blade, four days of growth would require too many passes. For me, four days growth requires an electric trimmer to take it down to .25mm before using any shaver / razor.
This was a dogshit review where he used the product incorrectly. It's much better than this and if used the way it's intended is a very very good piece of kit.
Just wann say thank you... i tried the leaf twig and was worried as i have cvg but you said one blade would be the way to go and you were so right.,, plus the bloody astra blades are brill, use them on me face too!
Ask a pro barber how they treat your skin and hair type. Bring that method for home use. Maybe a combo of a Gentler brand trimmer a smaller single or reg double foil shaver to hit in-between those more difficult hairs to remove.
A great daily shaver. If I have a few days' growth, I use my Remington RX5 first, then finish off with the Andis. Yes, wet shave will always be best - but having shaved my head for 20 years, this is a close second.
Like every other shaver, clipper and trimmer, Make sure you use it with clipper oil. It's going to lubricate the machine and make it work better and last longer. Also foil shavers are most efficient for 1 days worth of hair growth.
OK, so, I have finally shaved my head for the first time, at 42. Hair was a few inches from my bum, but I did it for charity (Movember, prostate cancer), at an event called Prostskate 2 that my roller derby team organised. So yes, I am now 11 day in to a shaved head, and must say my head shape was nothing to worry about :) Anyway, to the video, I can't believe this went up literally hours after I purchased a babyliss pro titanium foil shaver. I'd been back and forth as to whether I should go with electric or razor, but I suppose I can now at least give it a go :). Just really wanted more reviews of some of these 'barber' shavers before I shot the money at it. But oh well, we shall see how things go...I may not even use it, and grow my ever balding hair again, or, maybe go with the Floki long hair cut that I've wanted to try for a few years...At least I know my head doesn't look like a thumb when bald now though :)
i neglected my hair for 2 years straight, no touching no combing, next thing i know i'm falking balding, and its only been downhill from there, thanks for showing me how to deal with it properly
I have the Babyliss FX3 shaver, that thing puts in WORK! But the Pitbull Gold Pro is the fastest closest shave ive had so far...so convenient except i bricked it just by charging it.
18 years bald, to me personally closest shave is with a razor. It’s a hassle and sometimes bloody but that’s the closest. Buzzer is good for the rush in a hurry shave.
I have the Andlis and try to use it every other day to keep head bald otherwise i need to use a trimmer before using this and need to go over the same spots over and over but defo worth it
I still say no other machine beats a braun when it comes to electric head shaving. That moddle trimmer for longer hairs is the best, I can plow through 5 days growth with my series 9 like butter. The final result is blade close feel... it just doesnt last as long. Nice review though! If someone wants to try one of these without buying one they are the standard at most barber shops, you can usually get a full head foil shave for $20-$30.
Nice review! I missed them. Also I really feel your opinion about it. Would love to use something like this for a quick and easy shave but it seems to be to harsh on the skin. Also I think I would make it in nearly the same time with a blade. Thanks.
As for electric shavers I have. Braun Series 9. It’s good. Not as close as a razor shave but works when I need to shave quicker. Anyone else think this as well?
I bought Babyliss FX3. I use it to shave my head. It shaves basically like a razor blade - the head is as smooth as a "dolphin". Compared to Andis - FX3 has a more powerful engine and shaves faster. It deals better with thick hair at the back of the head. Babyliss FX2 does not shave as close as FX3. FX3 is better in this respect - I saw a video on TH-cam showing how smooth it is after using FX3. And FX2 left tiny hair ends visible. Braun Series 9 does not shave as close to the skin as all the foil shavers mentioned above. So if someone wants to have a smooth head like a dolphin - I highly recommend Babyliss FX3
I used two different electric razors for my head but it’s definitely not smooth/close enough for my liking. I’ll still to blades. I recently just started with the Leaf Shave. Man oh man, now that is a smooth/close shave. I’m in love. As for electric, the two that I used were Braun something and then Freebird. No thanks.
I've tried different foil shavers like this and my Braun Series 7 is easily better. Shave was faster, smoother, didn't miss any hairs and cleanup was easier, just using the Cleaning Station it comes with. Those stations eventually break down but I have backup.
Thanks for the review. I recently purchased an “off brand” electric shaver, Wycliffe. It does ok but not razor smooth. From what I can gather, this might be the closest thing to a razor. My wife hates the shaved head, which makes it that much more fun for me, lol. Seriously, I have terrible hair, spotty baldness on top, looks like a flesh tone yamuka, looks better shaved.
Had a bad experience with this and other foil shavers they do tend to get hot. Only electric shaver I don’t mind is skull shaver rocking that 3 years now love it
My old Remington twin foil shaver I had for 20 years I used to use for my face is actually the closest head shave I ever had. It beats the hell out of the likes of the RX7/skull shavers and even every wet shave razor I've tried in the shower. NOTHING gets even slightly close enough compared to these foil shavers. Wet shave and skull shavers are ok for shortening a few days growth, but that last bit you can always still "feel" is taken away with my foil
yet to find anything that beats a series 9 as far as close'ness and no irritation goes I treat it like a wet shave though and combine it with TEND Air Shave gel (won't find anything better for preventing irritation too)
I had it and I ended up selling it.. The result is good but to me its way more comfortable use a razor. Specially down in the back of my head I always had an uncomfortable irritation and i had to stop using it there and use the razor so.. it was easier to just use the rasor everywhere.
I have this Andis shaver and i am bald and have tryed to shave my head with it and it wasnt strong enough. Its not ment for head shaves its ment for fading hair cuts and your stubble beard. I use it and brought it to clean up the upper cheeks of my beard and it does a fantastic job and is nearly as close as a razor. If you want the best head shaver go for a Skull Shaver by far the best head shaver on the market and i have tryed lots of head shavers give the Andis a miss
from your vids Purchased the beaun series 5, but they inreased the price on head replacement. so i settled for the leaf shave leaf razor with atra blades. the leaf shave is my favourite. then the braun is for if im out of town
I appreciate your review, but I’ve fallen in love with the clean look and totally smooth feeling that only a wet shave can truly provide, so I’ll just save the money and stick to shaving…no need to charge blades either! 😉
My Andis (original grey and brown/purplish) become faulty just after a year. Cable no longer stays in (very loose). In addition to this battery doesn’t hold charge for more than 5 secs. So you have to use it with the cable in and given the cable is loose so you’re fighting two battles. I wouldn’t purchase another one. On a positive there’s plenty of reputable other foil shavers on the market now.
I have issues with razors on my skin. Even thinking of it is a hard no for me. I need a shaver or even electric clippers for my head but not breaking the bank....just want a close cut every few days or so. Any suggestions would be great.
Honestly go with a pair of hair clippers. No guard on them just a 0 guard buzz cut every 3/4 days. Absolute least amount of discomfort on the scalp and still a nice close cut. I recently got the WAHL home pro corded for like £14 and they are great.
I have a Profoil and, for me, it's great for edged, tidying up, bits you've missed or cleaning up a beard line. But for doing an entire head it takes too long, gets too hot, and just isn't suited well for it. Shame, because it's the closest electric shave I've ever had.
You seem to prefer the braun over this but is it because it's really better or because it it shave your 4 days growth faster? I'm a daily user I don't plan to use it once a week.
Bro go down with it a couple time to get it low enough then go up do that and watch it with work wonder for you then comment back and let me know don’t just go up all crazy while it’s still long , just go down till it low enough then go up trust
Bought the black 2 days ago for 35 Ebay comes nezt month I use a styliner for lining and now want to get that extra hair off so I won't have to shave almost every day so thought why not get one of these I'm still wondering why trimmers in general Haven't been able to cut as close as these when they have been out since like '80s Tech in other things has advanced a lot why are trimmers still stuck it seems or is it companies know how to make them cut closer but choose not to
Braun series 9 will be best. If you want something cheaper get the Remington RX7 (these can be used 3 days growth maximum!) if you want a little more flexibility and a hair clipper then choose the Wahl Aqua blade
I use a Wahl Senior for my beard and a $2-3 (yes, it's that cheap) Chinese trimmer for my hair. It works for over an hour on a single charge, and I've been using it for almost a year. It's way faster than any electric shaver. This one is way too overpriced to make me consider switching.
@@Baldcafe Whether they’re a viable option to deal with baldness. I suspect they look too obviously fake, but perhaps they’re a lot more convincing nowadays.
How is it miserable? This is basically a bald positivity channel, I don’t think a lot of bald people here will share your view lol. Try to see the positives, no bad hair days, fixing hair all the time, money saved from not having to go to a hairdresser/barber and buying hair styling products and so on…and I don’t think rocking the Jason Statham (or any other cool bald guy you could name) look is miserable…
No bad hair days for sure. You can also throw away getting smiles from hot models as well. I found having a hair system makes me look younger and I still pull hot women. I couldn’t do that when I was balding
@@SkankHunt3000 because you where _balding_ not _bald_ that‘s a difference. Balding with no confidence is way less attractive than a confident bald man, a hair system is just a lie to yourself and everyone around you, including the women you “pull”…you think the women that only take you with your fake hair will stick around once your hair system comes off?
I use razors one shaves legs with, 6 razors for less than $2.00, throw razor away after 1 use. Remove hair with a toothbrush after shaving 1/2 quadrant head to prevent nicking head. Throw toothbrush away after 2-3 weeks shaving head every 2 days; 6 toothbrushes for $1.00. Aedin
I bang out fades with these to skin it off, recentl ywent bald and I use this but after using it everyday it has messed my skin up, way too much irritation and its sore a hell, red dots and everything bumps its mad. I replaced the blades cartridge everything but its the same its too much so i just bought the braun series 9 pro+, hopefully it will ok
Could you tell us how it went for you with the braun. . I used many electric razors but I always have to go back to wet shave or else every other day I get bumps. Only wet shaving seems to work for me.
I shaved 2 days in a row then gave it a day then again and then again in a few days. Whole head, back on neck, my neck, nothing is sore just smooth bro
I like the mustache. I’m waiting for mustaches to come back in style. I’m sick of beards. I’ve been clean shaven my whole life. I remember in the 1980’s seems like every guy had a mustache. Anyway I tried electric & don’t like them. I’ll stick with good old Mach 3
Hey as a barber and bald guy lol this is not a bad critique btw just info on how to use them, shaver for barber shops tend to be used after using a trimmer or a 000-00000 blade, that way the shaver doesn’t force too much and it’s smoother after 4 days I would recommend shaver with a small trimmer in the middle like the SC Flex ($90) Andis ReSurge ($90) and very high end but extremely good is the Brain Series 9 ($200 ish) hope this helps, great review!
I'm 27, been bald for about 2-3 years now. I just want to say you're the soul reason I've leaned into being bald, and gave me the confidence to be seen bald. I used to feel like I was the ugliest wretched human around just cause I was young and bald. But I PROMISE you, confidence is EVERYTHING. I just want to sincerely thank you for that confidence.
Also im glad im not the only one who hates shaving the back. Found a good unscented scalp moisturizer, it's a life saver!
Thanks for sharing brother. It’s a real pleasure to be a part of Your journey. I just showed you where to look but it was always there 👌
@Baldcafe Thank you brother, never had a father growing up. So people like you on TH-cam have helped me learn and have confidence. You'll have my respect for life man. 🙏🏼
He's the one who gave me the confidence to shave my head, and after 3 years i did it. Thank you for that!
If you were considering this shaver or something similar then I hope you found this first look review video helpful 👍
Very helpful indeed!
Can you use a Rockwell 6C Safety Razor? it has different attachments for different lengths of hair👍
I have this one and it has been great. But, you can't let it go more than a couple of days between shaves....what I like to do is hit the thick areas (the horseshoe) every day with the Andis. The top part can go a couple of days. Doing it that say saves a little time. I don't get any irritation since it doesn't take that many passes on the thick hair, if done every day.
Not sure if worthy of a follow-up trial...but, the Andis works really well if done every other day. I would have had the same result as you if I had let it go 4 days.
What would you recommend for cleanest shave? I can't decide between Andis, Babyliss Pro dual foil and remington rx7.
I tried this Andis shaver more than a year ago. I used it maybe three times and sent it back to Amazon, from which I bought it. I never used it long enough to get a good head shave. As you said, it really did get my skin hot.
I got a similar shaver from Babyliss, which I think does a pretty good job, but it takes quite a bit of going over the stubble several times. Also the replacement foil and blades are rather expensive and the foil wears a hole before the blades seem to go dull.
I also have a Pitbull Gold headshaver, which came with two heads, one with four and one with five rotary heads. It gets as good as it gets fairly quickly but does not get to a really close shave. But I can use the Pitbull and then finish up with the Babyliss and have a very good result.
But the best head shave for me comes from a Gillette Mach 3 cartridge. I’m an older (75) guy but I have been Bald By Choice for 15 years and still have a lot of hair Up There and usually shave every two to three days. The Mach 3 does it for me most of the time. It’s quicker and closer and less irritating than any other method.
I don’t think I am old enough to be trusted with a double edge razor. It’s just to bloody for me.
Thanks for your work; I’ve been watching for years!
Tip from my barber: use talcum free baby powder, a light dusting. Makes it glide like butter!
Wtf thx for info
What is wrong with talc ?
@@dfpguitar inhaling it can possibly be carcinogenic
Guys even spending money on blades and stuff is still much less than hair systems, transplants, etc. I bounce between my Braun Series 9 and shaving wet. I’m saving thousands a year not to mention the cost of anxiety. This channel gave me my life back!
I think the twig has been the best investment I've made, can get a box of 100 blades from astra for €10, cream for €10, a brush for ,€10
That's maybe a €90 start with only €20 a year max to refill shaving cream and blades
Pretty crazy compared to haircut prices and systems/meds and the like
There are some people who look good enough that pattern balding patterns don't take away from their looks. You are one such person. Thank you for the reviews, made my life easier picking the foil shaver I purchase.
I use the wahl balding clipper thanks to your review on it. And then I follow it up with this exact shaver. The andis shaver works best with the least amount of hair possible. You had too much hair and thats why it wasn't working properly. Both are easy to use and leave me 100% bald. I also have the andis trimmer for my facial hair. I have saved so much money since I started to cut my own hair. All three of these machines have payed for themselves many time over.
Great video! The coil shaver is best for those who deal with skin irritation due to blade shaving. For the best results with this, your hair needs to be cut very low. I cut my hair with clippers and then quickly buzz my head with a coil shaver for extra smoothness and to get rid of any left over stubble. I love coil shavers but those looking to get one have to understand that your hair must be very low. If you use it every day or every other day, i think that's the sweet spot. This channel helped me take the plunge and shave my head earlier this year!😎 Thanks for all you do!
this is the way
I can't be bothered to shave my head every day or every other day, I'm a once a week kind of guy. I shave my head with the Andis T-Outliner first (zero gapped) then you this exact foiler which is what brought me to this channel. I'm still have problems though in the exact spots he had in this video. I have go over the back of head sooooo many times, and my hair is extremely fine. Super frustrating there's nothing else on the market.
Do you mean foil shaver, or coil shaver?
Totally agree with your assessment of electrics. Wet shaves might seem a bit more hassle but for me it's an overall more pleasant experience. I do have a Remington headshaver for in hand luggage when I can't take my blades, but I never find it as easy or comfortable as advertised. It's fine for a quick pass on one day's growth but would never be my go-to. Leafshave Twig FTW.
I use andis foil shaver for my head and it is the best thing I've found- no burns or ingrown hairs or irritation. Key is to shave every other day and to go a little bit slower on the first pass against the grain. Usually takes approx. 10 mins. and you can easily listen and hear if you have cut all stubble. Best tool for head shaving in my opinion, if done correctly.
Yeah as I mentioned in the vid I can see the application for this being best for someone who wants to go over their head every/every other day 👍
@@Baldcafe Very smooth shave, and painless done every other day. Also best with short, deliberate strokes.
I use the skullshaver whilst in the shower. A bit of mositurising shower gel on the head and you get no irritation and a great, close shave.
The batteries are trash on them, mine crapped out just as the warranty finished lol
I use the Babyliss Pro Foil Shaver and really, really like it. I can do multiple passes comfortably (if needed) without any irritation. More expensive than the Andis though, but higher quality.
I have the same, use it every day very happy
I would highly recommend getting the Babyliss Pro foil shaver over this Andis!
The Babyliss is a lot more powerful so can cut longer hair (can go longer between cuts if you want to), the foils last significantly longer before needing to be replaced (cheaper to run) and I prefer the build quality of it too - although some will prefer the lighter plastic of the Andis. ✌️
Which version do you use? There are multiple variations of the Pro?
@@goldenTym Babyliss Pro Titanium Dual Foil Shaver
@@sammy_sam_leonardocan you recommend me any completely shaver like the wahl vanish shaver
It's also quite a bit more expensive over 100 dollars that's alot for a shaver
@@guildensteinfoutch6232 true; but, cheaper to run as the foils need replacing a bunch less often in my experience.
For me, the difference between "razor bald" and "clipper bald" is so miniscule, that going electric was a no-brainer. Apart from avoiding inevitable nicks and cuts, the time and cost savings justify the purchase. 3 minutes every couple days takes care of things. I seriously doubt that I would have remained as diligent if shaving had become a half hour ritual. Sometimes 99% is good enough.
Try headblade have been using for about 18 months, quick easy and almost impossible to cut your self
Agreed. Using the Andis is much easier, if done every couple of days regularly, than having to deal with the shaving cream and razors. Mine gives me a smoother shave than what I can typically get from a razor, anyway.
@@craigkarimalbasri4317 I'm still wondering why trimmers in general
Haven't been able to cut as close as these when they have been out since like '80s
Tech in other things has advanced a lot why are trimmers still stuck it seems or is it companies know how to make them cut closer but choose not to
When you say small do you mean by touch or feel
I have that unit and your evaluation is spot on. It’s great for cleaning up a client’s neckline but for a full daily head shave like what you and I do, it’s not that great.
Thanks for sharing!!
Shave a trimmers first.
I got this shaver a month ago and I love it. I understand you thought it difficult on 4 days growth, that is too long.
2 days is pushing it but doable. If used every day this shaver makes short work of it, with minimal irritation
Thanks for the review. I’ve been shaving my head for 4 years now and your channel helped me out over the years.
As a head shaver who usually rolls 3 to 5 days between head shaves... My Merkur 2 piece slant A.K.A. the Sledgehammer... effortlessly plows through the thickest growth... no tugging , no pain... no lingering hot irritation what so ever...and.. it never clogs..I've got a lot of safety razors... and nothing touches it for head shaving.
I’m Mirin’ your descriptive skills
What’s your go to blades?
I love the Bic Chromium Platnums...
They're just a smidge below Feathers in sharpness... but.. where they excel is they actually get sharper after the first shave and hold an edge much longer... where the Feathers are great on the first shave and quickly degrade.. now you may ask how is it possible for a blade to be sharper on the second shave?
Well.. Bic puts a teflon coating on the blade for smoothness... however... it kinda fouls the edge a bit.. your first shave wears that coating off and gets ya to the real edge.@jakerobichaux939
can you do a breakdown of shavers in each price point? would like to see how they perform, i think youve done a similar vid in the past
The Remington ones are the best RX5/7👍
This looks great compared to the Wahl. Mine sucks. I’m going to get one of these.
Rocking that stache, man!
From someone that has used both the Andis Foil Shaver and the Remington Rx7 that you have reviewed in another video I feel like I have to add that both of them can handle a wet shave. For me with the Andis the process is as follows: Wash head, Brush up a shaving soap lather and apply to head with a shaving brush, do one pass all over, reapply lather before the next pass and so on for 3 to 4 passes before washing my head clean and applying a moisturizer after a gentle drying. I never have problems with skin irritation.
Knowing that most people apply shaving cream or soap to any surface before shaving with a razor and then complaining when they don't do the same as they rub back and forth with a machine and get irritation comes off as a self explanatory mistake.
you cant beat a razor shave in the shower, its super quick and simple
As a beginner shaver… and practicing barber* this is so much easier and time consuming. Learning to shave w/o cutting and the back of the head (especially w a lumpy dome)
I'm a barber. If you buy a professional clipper for home use, it will last forever. The foil blades would probably last a year or two before you would want to shave them. The big thing that gets left out is a proper clipper spray. Whichever clippers you're using a quality clipper spray (approx £10-£20) will enhance the performance and longevity of your clippers at home ✌️
Clippers that give a baby smooth shave? Which ones? If I go more than a couple of days between shaves, I will use the clippers to get hair down to 0 and then the Andis takes it to smooth. Best combination I have found. I was spending too much on razors and the hassle of shaving cream was a bit discouraging.
@@craigkarimalbasri4317 These days I use Babyliss pro lithium. They're very good, and they have a proper top to protect the foils so you can put them in a bag and not worry. I have used a set of the andis ones for years and they were pretty good. At work we'd always cut the hair down to a day or twos growth before foiling. (Which you already do but may have helped the man in the video).
A barber friend of mine uses a cheap Remington 'skull shaver' type clipper on himself and he's had fantastic results. I don't know about the longevity of the clipper though. I would just make sure they're always oiled and buy the extra warranty so you can take them back for a new set if they pack up.
I’ve used a Braun Series 9 razor with great success. I have really sensitive skin and it works well. I’ve used some pre-shave that works pretty well, I believe it’s called Speick pre-shave. I’m curious to know what clipper spray the fellow above uses as well, and how it’s used. Is it on the foil/equipment/clippers itself, or on my face/head?
@@glassmw9823 Hi sorry, I've only just seen your question.
I used 'Andis cool care' or
'Clippercide' clipper oil, it's used on the clippers themselves to clean and oil the blades.
I use babyliss pro foil at work. It's the best I've tried and it has a proper cap to protect the foils if you need to put them in a bag 👍
@@craigkarimalbasri4317 I use Babyliss pro foils but Andis are pretty similar (I've had both). Maybe switch to Babyliss when they wear out 👍
I'm either going to get a foil or a leaf thorn.
Though I don't understand bald blokes who don't shave everyday.
Thanks for the review brother. I shave with a safety razor once every 4 days. It usually takes at least an hour start to finish with all of the set up, which can be a hassle even if I'm used to it now. I have the similar Andi's model, but I haven't used it for a while. But I wanted to watch a review on it since I'm going on a trip soon. Your experience was similar to mine, and I think I even have thicker/more coarse hair than yours. Just shaved yesterday, and I'll probably give it a try tomorrow once I'm out of town. Definitely took some aftershave oil, and bump control cream just in case. Hopefully it doesn't ruin my trip. Cheers.
Have this, cons - it is very noisy and you have to go over a good few times to get smooth, not quick. Pros - unlike a wet shave there is no redness and it leaves a natural matt skin finish rather than the high shine of a blade, good for low fade finishing off but not as a stand alone shaver.
Use a good trimmer first for few days growth hair, then foil shaver for the balding. Maybe someone in your region can get you a few Trimmers to try like: TPOB X Trimmer, Wahl Cordless Detailer, Andis GTX-EXO Cordless Li Skeleton Trimmer, Babyliss Pro Snap FX Skeleton Trimmer, JRL 2020T.
the product by design is for finishing touches...not really meant to mow down thick hair
Correct
I use my Babyliss fx3 pro foil shave every day on my head and its legit a blessing! No more terrible cuts. My advice tho if you have more then a day or two of growth make sure you use a beard shaver first to knock it all the way down for the cleanest smoothest results. It will get rid of the sting you get from using a Foil Shaver.
Even with a blade, four days of growth would require too many passes. For me, four days growth requires an electric trimmer to take it down to .25mm before using any shaver / razor.
I was considering buying this but not now.. Thanks for the review. Will stick with wet shaving
Glad it helped brother 👍
This was a dogshit review where he used the product incorrectly. It's much better than this and if used the way it's intended is a very very good piece of kit.
Just wann say thank you... i tried the leaf twig and was worried as i have cvg but you said one blade would be the way to go and you were so right.,, plus the bloody astra blades are brill, use them on me face too!
Glad I could help and that you found a great shaving solution brother 👍 I’ve been using mine quite a bit recently also.
Ask a pro barber how they treat your skin and hair type. Bring that method for home use. Maybe a combo of a Gentler brand trimmer a smaller single or reg double foil shaver to hit in-between those more difficult hairs to remove.
I learned with mine that this is for daily use. 2 days of growth is okay but pushing it a little.
A great daily shaver. If I have a few days' growth, I use my Remington RX5 first, then finish off with the Andis. Yes, wet shave will always be best - but having shaved my head for 20 years, this is a close second.
I shave my head with a razor first then use the Andis. It makes it so smooth
I have a similar wahl finale; I use the Philips one blade first, then the wahl. I can use the wahl alone but has to be every 2 days max
I enjoy using the freebird as my shaver of choice in between razor shaves
Haven’t heard of that one. I’ll have a Google
@@Baldcafe it works well especially for the price
Like every other shaver, clipper and trimmer, Make sure you use it with clipper oil. It's going to lubricate the machine and make it work better and last longer. Also foil shavers are most efficient for 1 days worth of hair growth.
Loving the beardstache mate
Thanks bud
I love using a traditional Merkur safety razor on my head. Close shave and a good skill to learn.
OK, so, I have finally shaved my head for the first time, at 42. Hair was a few inches from my bum, but I did it for charity (Movember, prostate cancer), at an event called Prostskate 2 that my roller derby team organised. So yes, I am now 11 day in to a shaved head, and must say my head shape was nothing to worry about :)
Anyway, to the video, I can't believe this went up literally hours after I purchased a babyliss pro titanium foil shaver. I'd been back and forth as to whether I should go with electric or razor, but I suppose I can now at least give it a go :). Just really wanted more reviews of some of these 'barber' shavers before I shot the money at it.
But oh well, we shall see how things go...I may not even use it, and grow my ever balding hair again, or, maybe go with the Floki long hair cut that I've wanted to try for a few years...At least I know my head doesn't look like a thumb when bald now though :)
i neglected my hair for 2 years straight, no touching no combing, next thing i know i'm falking balding, and its only been downhill from there, thanks for showing me how to deal with it properly
Don’t go beating yourself up thinking your experiencing hair loss due to your lack of touching and combing pal 👍
I have the Babyliss FX3 shaver, that thing puts in WORK! But the Pitbull Gold Pro is the fastest closest shave ive had so far...so convenient except i bricked it just by charging it.
18 years bald, to me personally closest shave is with a razor. It’s a hassle and sometimes bloody but that’s the closest. Buzzer is good for the rush in a hurry shave.
I have the Andlis and try to use it every other day to keep head bald otherwise i need to use a trimmer before using this and need to go over the same spots over and over but defo worth it
I still say no other machine beats a braun when it comes to electric head shaving. That moddle trimmer for longer hairs is the best, I can plow through 5 days growth with my series 9 like butter. The final result is blade close feel... it just doesnt last as long. Nice review though!
If someone wants to try one of these without buying one they are the standard at most barber shops, you can usually get a full head foil shave for $20-$30.
Nice review! I missed them. Also I really feel your opinion about it. Would love to use something like this for a quick and easy shave but it seems to be to harsh on the skin. Also I think I would make it in nearly the same time with a blade. Thanks.
As for electric shavers I have. Braun Series 9. It’s good. Not as close as a razor shave but works when I need to shave quicker. Anyone else think this as well?
Yes. Braun 9 best electric I've used
If you run with the grain of the hair first pass, it hurts a bit less going against the grain as it debulks it a little!
I bought Babyliss FX3. I use it to shave my head. It shaves basically like a razor blade - the head is as smooth as a "dolphin". Compared to Andis - FX3 has a more powerful engine and shaves faster. It deals better with thick hair at the back of the head. Babyliss FX2 does not shave as close as FX3. FX3 is better in this respect - I saw a video on TH-cam showing how smooth it is after using FX3. And FX2 left tiny hair ends visible. Braun Series 9 does not shave as close to the skin as all the foil shavers mentioned above. So if someone wants to have a smooth head like a dolphin - I highly recommend Babyliss FX3
I used two different electric razors for my head but it’s definitely not smooth/close enough for my liking. I’ll still to blades. I recently just started with the Leaf Shave. Man oh man, now that is a smooth/close shave. I’m in love. As for electric, the two that I used were Braun something and then Freebird. No thanks.
I've tried different foil shavers like this and my Braun Series 7 is easily better. Shave was faster, smoother, didn't miss any hairs and cleanup was easier, just using the Cleaning Station it comes with. Those stations eventually break down but I have backup.
I use the Remington RX7 Ultimate Series Head Shaver for Men it's fantastic dose the job perfectly less than 3 - 5 mins.
Thanks for the review. I recently purchased an “off brand” electric shaver, Wycliffe. It does ok but not razor smooth. From what I can gather, this might be the closest thing to a razor. My wife hates the shaved head, which makes it that much more fun for me, lol. Seriously, I have terrible hair, spotty baldness on top, looks like a flesh tone yamuka, looks better shaved.
Had a bad experience with this and other foil shavers they do tend to get hot. Only electric shaver I don’t mind is skull shaver rocking that 3 years now love it
You should try the babyliss pro foil….
after getting used to wet shaving those electric shavers actually take me longer and cause more irritation
Same bro
My old Remington twin foil shaver I had for 20 years I used to use for my face is actually the closest head shave I ever had. It beats the hell out of the likes of the RX7/skull shavers and even every wet shave razor I've tried in the shower. NOTHING gets even slightly close enough compared to these foil shavers. Wet shave and skull shavers are ok for shortening a few days growth, but that last bit you can always still "feel" is taken away with my foil
Good looking man bro❤
Incredible Video❤
yet to find anything that beats a series 9 as far as close'ness and no irritation goes
I treat it like a wet shave though and combine it with TEND Air Shave gel (won't find anything better for preventing irritation too)
I had it and I ended up selling it.. The result is good but to me its way more comfortable use a razor. Specially down in the back of my head I always had an uncomfortable irritation and i had to stop using it there and use the razor so.. it was easier to just use the rasor everywhere.
I have this Andis shaver and i am bald and have tryed to shave my head with it and it wasnt strong enough. Its not ment for head shaves its ment for fading hair cuts and your stubble beard. I use it and brought it to clean up the upper cheeks of my beard and it does a fantastic job and is nearly as close as a razor.
If you want the best head shaver go for a Skull Shaver by far the best head shaver on the market and i have tryed lots of head shavers give the Andis a miss
from your vids Purchased the beaun series 5, but they inreased the price on head replacement. so i settled for the leaf shave leaf razor with atra blades. the leaf shave is my favourite. then the braun is for if im out of town
I appreciate your review, but I’ve fallen in love with the clean look and totally smooth feeling that only a wet shave can truly provide, so I’ll just save the money and stick to shaving…no need to charge blades either! 😉
Any tips on avoiding irritation above ears and neck?
Don’t press too hard with the shaver and do as few passes as possible
I should add I also have this problem with electric shavers
@@Baldcafe thanks for the quick reply, I'll try that cheers!
My Andis (original grey and brown/purplish) become faulty just after a year. Cable no longer stays in (very loose). In addition to this battery doesn’t hold charge for more than 5 secs. So you have to use it with the cable in and given the cable is loose so you’re fighting two battles. I wouldn’t purchase another one. On a positive there’s plenty of reputable other foil shavers on the market now.
5:51That back shot though ! Absolute brick house and a half of a man
It’s supposed to do finishing jobs so doing a big surface is like doing 5 touch ups worth per head probably more also it’s going to get dull faster
Any basic shaver under £30 or $35 will last a person 3 years plus. Without paying for any replacement products. That's from my experience
U look better with the clean shaved head and the full beard
I had one of these and found it really unpleasant to use. Incredibly loud, and the heat/irritation was too much!
What did you end up doing with it?
I'll stick to my Babyliss pro skeleton trimmer, much faster and when zero gapped cuts very close.
Just the video i needed the most, tks bc
I have issues with razors on my skin. Even thinking of it is a hard no for me. I need a shaver or even electric clippers for my head but not breaking the bank....just want a close cut every few days or so. Any suggestions would be great.
Honestly go with a pair of hair clippers. No guard on them just a 0 guard buzz cut every 3/4 days. Absolute least amount of discomfort on the scalp and still a nice close cut. I recently got the WAHL home pro corded for like £14 and they are great.
@@Baldcafe thanx!
Harry, your look is Tom Hardy as Bronson!
I have a Profoil and, for me, it's great for edged, tidying up, bits you've missed or cleaning up a beard line. But for doing an entire head it takes too long, gets too hot, and just isn't suited well for it. Shame, because it's the closest electric shave I've ever had.
Great work!!
Thank you
Which electric shaver would you recommend for a 0.5 - 0 cut. I'm currently 0.5 but wanted the option of going shorter without having a razor cut?
Wetshaving is twice as fast, 5 times more efficient and 10x cheaper 😅
Electric is way faster in my experience (I shave hair and beard)
Duh! But some people get irritation from razors
Thoughts on Panasonic Arc 5? Thanks.
You seem to prefer the braun over this but is it because it's really better or because it it shave your 4 days growth faster? I'm a daily user I don't plan to use it once a week.
Braun gives a more comfortable shave for sure
It's been a couple of years since you reviewed the Braun series 9. Is it better than this? Is it worth the cost comparably?
Braun 9 much better
Bro go down with it a couple time to get it low enough then go up do that and watch it with work wonder for you then comment back and let me know don’t just go up all crazy while it’s still long , just go down till it low enough then go up trust
Bought the black 2 days ago for 35 Ebay comes nezt month
I use a styliner for lining and now want to get that extra hair off so I won't have to shave almost every day so thought why not get one of these
I'm still wondering why trimmers in general
Haven't been able to cut as close as these when they have been out since like '80s
Tech in other things has advanced a lot why are trimmers still stuck it seems or is it companies know how to make them cut closer but choose not to
Any video for remington rx7?
Yep - th-cam.com/video/L8ss76bSXME/w-d-xo.htmlsi=lHYEkM_fsi8U0-kH
Please with your experience recommend which shaver for daily use every 3 days?
Braun series 9 will be best. If you want something cheaper get the Remington RX7 (these can be used 3 days growth maximum!) if you want a little more flexibility and a hair clipper then choose the Wahl Aqua blade
nice moustache👍looks cool
I think foils are only for very very short hair, like a day or 2 maximum
Watching all the videos with electric shavers, one thing I’ve noticed, please correct me if I’m wrong, don’t let your hair grow for 3 or 4 days ? 🤔🤔🤔🤔
Yes correct
I use a Wahl Senior for my beard and a $2-3 (yes, it's that cheap) Chinese trimmer for my hair. It works for over an hour on a single charge, and I've been using it for almost a year. It's way faster than any electric shaver. This one is way too overpriced to make me consider switching.
Could you do a video on realistic wigs for men?
What do you want to know about them exactly?
@@Baldcafe Whether they’re a viable option to deal with baldness. I suspect they look too obviously fake, but perhaps they’re a lot more convincing nowadays.
Nothing cuts like a razor i respect electronical clippers but it doesn't get it as close
Could it have been low battery that caused it to struggle a little on the thicker parts ??
No, I charged it for 3+ hrs out of the box as instructed
Is it okay for beard or not really?
Worst thing about being bald is how companies try to steal your money as if being bald isnt miserable enough
I love been bald best thing I have ever done
How is it miserable? This is basically a bald positivity channel, I don’t think a lot of bald people here will share your view lol.
Try to see the positives, no bad hair days, fixing hair all the time, money saved from not having to go to a hairdresser/barber and buying hair styling products and so on…and I don’t think rocking the Jason Statham (or any other cool bald guy you could name) look is miserable…
No bad hair days for sure. You can also throw away getting smiles from hot models as well. I found having a hair system makes me look younger and I still pull hot women. I couldn’t do that when I was balding
@@SkankHunt3000 because you where _balding_ not _bald_ that‘s a difference. Balding with no confidence is way less attractive than a confident bald man, a hair system is just a lie to yourself and everyone around you, including the women you “pull”…you think the women that only take you with your fake hair will stick around once your hair system comes off?
I use razors one shaves legs with, 6 razors for less than $2.00, throw razor away after 1 use. Remove hair with a toothbrush after shaving 1/2 quadrant head to prevent nicking head. Throw toothbrush away after 2-3 weeks shaving head every 2 days; 6 toothbrushes for $1.00. Aedin
I bang out fades with these to skin it off, recentl ywent bald and I use this but after using it everyday it has messed my skin up, way too much irritation and its sore a hell, red dots and everything bumps its mad. I replaced the blades cartridge everything but its the same its too much so i just bought the braun series 9 pro+, hopefully it will ok
Could you tell us how it went for you with the braun. . I used many electric razors but I always have to go back to wet shave or else every other day I get bumps. Only wet shaving seems to work for me.
aint gunna lie its the smoothest shave ever!!! I love it and im 4 shaves in, no bumps no soreness nothing just clean shave
@@bacardicrew4 shave in a week and no bumps? Impressive. Thanks for your feedback.
I shaved 2 days in a row then gave it a day then again and then again in a few days. Whole head, back on neck, my neck, nothing is sore just smooth bro
I’m so lucky to have hair… God bless you all 🫡
I like the mustache. I’m waiting for mustaches to come back in style. I’m sick of beards. I’ve been clean shaven my whole life. I remember in the 1980’s seems like every guy had a mustache. Anyway I tried electric & don’t like them. I’ll stick with good old Mach 3
Hey as a barber and bald guy lol this is not a bad critique btw just info on how to use them, shaver for barber shops tend to be used after using a trimmer or a 000-00000 blade, that way the shaver doesn’t force too much and it’s smoother after 4 days I would recommend shaver with a small trimmer in the middle like the SC Flex ($90) Andis ReSurge ($90) and very high end but extremely good is the Brain Series 9 ($200 ish) hope this helps, great review!