Hello good advisers! I seem to have taken over the shaving duties for my DH. Help!

HisBestFriend,

Braun Electric Razor for Men With Precision Beard Trimmer, Rechargeable, Wet & Dry Foil Shaver, Clean & Charge Station & Travel Case, Silver, 3 Piece Set is $229.94 on Amazon.

My dH is happy with this quality electric shaver, but you do not have to buy an expensive product.

Use what you're most comfortable with as long as it provides a comfortable shave. The key to using a blade is buying a good razor! For my Dad, I wrapped his face in a warm, wet washcloth before starting (just like a barbershop shave). Then I used sensitive-skin shaving cream and a regular Schick razor with disposable blades with a sensitive skin strip attached. I was nervous, having never shaved someone else, but it was so easy! If you prefer an electric shaver, go for it. In both cases, it's good to use a light facial lotion on elderly skin after the shave. Dad and I really enjoyed this morning routine together.

I’ve used a Norelco rechargeable razor for several years. It still gives a good shave. The more I use it the better the shave I get. Every three or four years I change the cutting heads on it. I also use a manual razor when I want a closer, smoother shave.

Two shaving tips I’ve learned:
1.Before using the rechargeable razor I’ll apply some William’s Electric Pre-Shave to my beard area. It removes the oil on the skin so you get a smoother shave. I’ll wait a few minutes for it to dry. Then use the Norelco.
2. I’ve also showered and waited maybe a hour and then shave. It seems my face hasn’t built up any oil in that time so, again, a better shave. I don’t use the pre-shave solution at that time.

When I use the manual razor I like Edge brand shaving foam (orange top can) for sensitive skin.

My stepdad used a 40.00 Gillette electric razor for years. He loved it and could do his own shaving until the last week of his life.

Do a Google review for the best, cheapest electric razor. You want to look for pulling and stubble. Nothing hurts like an electric razor pulling your facial hair and leaving a 3 day stubble is no good.

Buy an inexpensive one. I bought a "Norelco" to use for my Husband and it worked for years, still works not that I use it much.
And if you do prefer a blade razor I think it is Gillette that has a razor specifically designed for caregivers to use. The handle and the blade are angled so that it is safer and easier for a caregiver to use.

Those throw aways are horrible. My DH will not use them.

You can find an electric razor for lots less than $400.

Hey, thanks! That's a place to start, I guess. I'm not trimming though, I'm trying for a clean shave. Same thing work okay?

I had to shave and trim my husbands beard and mustache for years. I started with a fairly nice Wahl shaver/trimmer at first, but then ended up using an inexpensive Remington beard trimmer that I bought at Walmart that worked honestly even better, and it was smaller and easier for me to handle.
You don't have to spend a fortune to get the job done right. Good luck.