Electric razors are an efficient way of shaving without having to deal with the hustle and bustle of cleaning and contouring with a manual razor.
Electric shavers are designed to provide a close shave while following the contour of your face, which prevents your face from getting nicked as well as reduces the shaving time.
But what do you do when your electric razor becomes blunt and can no longer offer a quick shave at a fraction of the time? First and foremost, you need to learn how to sharpen electric razor blades.
While most modern electric shavers come with refill blades, some can be sharpened, thus prolonging their life span. This ends up saving you money in the long run.
Different ways to sharpen electric razor blades
The most efficient way to sharpen the razors is by using shaver sharpeners. These tend to be cost-effective and easy to use. It is as easy as using a pencil sharpener. And they will still come with a manufacturer’s manual with instructions.
You can also invest in a regrinding kit for an electric razor. This will cost a little bit more than the first option. Additionally, some electric shaver comes with a sharpening kit or are equipped with self-sharpening electric razors.
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Before sharpening your blades, clean them and remove the cutter screen, then proceed to reattach them to the shaving head and run them while the sharpening tool sharpens the blades. The sharpening technique varies from shaving tool to toll, but the base method remains the same.
Once you are done sharpening the blades, replace the cutter screen and reattach the blades to the shaving head. Remember to clean the blades to remove any shave metal pieces. As this may injure and bump you the next time, you shave.
Can I sharpen my electric Razor? Yes, you can. The method varies from razor type to razor type.
How often do you change electric razor blades?
This depends on the type of blade used on the electric razor and how often you use it. As a general rule of thumb, replace the blades once per year.
The manufacturer will also advise on an ideal replacement period for your razor and with good reason. If in doubt, you can choose to follow these instructions. But do not replace your blades if they are hardly used.