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Are Philips electric shavers gentle enough for daily use on sensitive skin?

Yes. Philips electric shavers can be used daily on sensitive skin, provided you choose a suitable shaver and use the right shaving technique.

If skin sensitivity is your main concern, consider a mid-range or premium Philips shaver designed with additional skin-comfort features. These shavers are designed to capture hairs efficiently while helping reduce unnecessary friction and repeated passes over the skin.

For a more comfortable daily shave:

Use light pressure. Let the shaver do the work rather than pressing it firmly against your skin.
Use slow circular movements. This helps the rotary shaving heads capture hairs growing in different directions.
Avoid repeatedly shaving the same area, as additional passes can increase friction and irritation.
Try wet shaving with foam or gel for additional comfort on your skin.
Give your skin time to adjust when switching from a manual razor or another shaving system to a Philips electric shaver.

Premium Philips shavers can also provide pressure guidance, helping you understand when you are applying too little or too much pressure and guiding you toward the optimal pressure for your shave. This can be particularly useful if you are prone to irritation.

If you regularly experience shaving irritation, consider a Philips shaver with a stronger focus on skin comfort, such as Series 7000, or a premium i9000 Series shaver for advanced shaving and pressure guidance.

▶ Watch: How to use Philips Shaver S7000
▶ Watch: How to use the shaver? I9000 series

The information on this page applies to the following models: S5898/17.

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