How to clean your electric shaver in 6 easy steps The manual

You may have the best intention of keeping your electric shaver as clean as possible, but if you arrive late in the morning, instead of cleaning your shaver properly, you're likely to rinse it out quickly after you shave. Cleaning your electric shaver not only ensures that the razor blades last as long as they should without dulling prematurely, but it is also an essential part of good hygiene to prevent skin infections.

While you will likely agree that cleaning a razor sounds like a good idea, and you may already have cleaned your razor to some extent, most of us never learn how to clean an electric razor, so let's assume we're doing the right thing are. However, you might be surprised what cleaning practices are best to use and what not to use to care for your razor. Read on to see how your current cleaning protocol compares with expert opinions on cleaning your shaver. Here's how to clean your electric shaver in six easy steps for a smooth and safe shave .

Why is it important to clean your razor?

Cleaning the razor will help keep the blades sharp and the gel strip smooth and lubricated. Unkempt razor blades wear out faster. Most importantly, cleaning your razor is a safety issue. Shavers that are not cleaned thoroughly after use can build up dead skin cells and debris that can harbor bacteria. If you cut yourself while shaving, which is more likely if your razor is dirty and built up from improper cleaning, bacteria in the dirt can enter the bloodstream and cause skin infections. Even if you are rarely cut visibly, shaving almost always causes microscopic cuts called razor burn, which are an open invitation to pathogens.

How to clean an electric shaver

If you use an electric shaver, you may be lucky enough to get one with a sanitizing and cleaning station that automatically cleans and dries the shaver so it's ready for the next shave. However, if you don't have an automatic cleaning station for your electric shaver, you will have to clean the blades or foils manually. That's how it's done:

Step 1: remove trapped hair

When you shave dry, you will need to remove the top of the electric razor to reveal the blades or foils. Most rotating blade electric razors pop, while razors or razors with blades tend to pop. Use a shaving brush or a small, soft toothbrush to clean loose bristles. Try to avoid hitting the razor against anything to loosen the hair, but if necessary, gently tap the body or the plastic part of the razor, away from the blades.

When you shave with shaving cream or gel, you need to rinse the razor to remove dirt.

After you've removed most of the hair, replace the cutting block.

Step 2: add liquid soap to the slides

Moisten the slides, then put a few drops of washing-up liquid or liquid antibacterial soap on the slides.

Step 3: run the razor so it can lather up

Turn the blade over and let the blades form a foamy foam for 15 seconds. Add more water if needed.

Step 4: rinse the razor well

Hold the razor blades under warm water to rinse off all of the soap.

Step 5: remove the head and rinse it off.

Turn off the shaver, remove the head or cartridge and rinse it. Make sure there are all of the sides and between the blades or blades.

Step 6: Let the razor air dry completely

Let the shaver air dry completely in a well-ventilated place, disassembled.

How to clean a wet razor in 3 easy steps

Cleaning a regular safety razor , even if it has the disposable razor cartridge , is a necessary part of your shaving routine. How to clean your razor:

Step 1: Rinse the blades after each pass

While it's common to be in a rush to shave in the morning before work, one of the most important ways to avoid buildup in and around razor blades is to rinse the blades off after each pass. Rinsing after each stroke cleanses accumulated hair, shaving cream and cells, which can help prevent clogging of the blades. Rinse it off with very hot water while running it through the blade cartridge from back to front. This will help get rid of stuck hair and shaving products from the razor. If you don't want to run the water, you can use a bowl or cup of clean hot water and shake the razor vigorously between runs.

After rinsing, shake off the excess before moving on to the next run. Do not hit the razor blades against the side of the sink; While this happens naturally in most people, it can damage the blades and accelerate the wear and tear of the razor blade.

Step 2: sanitize your razor

When you are done shaving, rinse the razor out to cleanse the hair. Next, disinfect the razor blades by immersing the razor head in a small bowl of isopropyl alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) with a concentration of at least 70. Distilled white vinegar or hydrogen peroxide are also viable options, although isopropyl alcohol. Let the alcohol sit for 30 to 60 seconds to sterilize the slides, then shake off any excess alcohol. If your razor looks particularly dirty, or if dirt has built up on the handle, you can soak the entire razor in a plate of rubbing alcohol for 5-10 minutes for a thorough clean.

Step 3: hang your razor in a dry place

Let your shaver air dry completely in a well-ventilated area. Don't use a towel to dry your razor as this can damage the blades. Also, don't store your razor in a damp place like the sink or shower. This can cause the blades to rust and encourage the growth of mold and bacteria.

Tips and tricks for cleaning razors

• If your electric shaver cannot get wet, use a dry brush.
• Use compressed air to remove trapped hair.
• Use a cotton swab with a little rubbing alcohol to disinfect the leaves or leaves.
• Clean your razor every time you shave to extend the life of the razor and ensure a hygienic shave.
• Buy a shaving brush, a small tool you can use prior to the sanitizing step to loosen any trapped debris that didn't come out during the rinsing step.

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