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How precise are Philips shavers around the jawline, under the nose and sideburns?

Philips shavers are designed to follow the contours of your face, helping maintain close contact with the skin around difficult areas such as the jawline, neck and under the nose.

For the best results, use small circular movements and light pressure. Around the jawline and neck, gently stretching the skin can also help make hairs easier for the shaving heads to capture.

For sideburns, moustache lines and beard edges, use the precision trimmer or trimmer attachment available with your shaver for greater control and more defined lines.

Premium models such as the Philips i9000 and i9000 Prestige Ultra feature advanced contour-following systems and improved shaving-head geometry compared with the previous S9000 generation, helping the shaver reach difficult areas of the face more effectively.

However, i9000 is not necessarily the most precise Philips option for every area. Selected models, such as Series X5000 shavers, can offer greater precision in tight areas due to their shaving-head geometry. The best option therefore depends on whether your priority is an advanced premium shaving experience and contour following, or easier access for tight detailing.

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The information on this page applies to the following models: X5006/00, S5898/17.

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