Hi, Consider This Your Sign to Start Shaving With an Electric Razor (2024)

No lie, the results from this electric razor rival that of wax hair removal thanks to four ultra-sharp floating blades and two outer foils. Glide it over wet or dry skin for a ridiculously close yet gentle shave that results in zero bumps, burns, or irritation.

• What’s included: Brush, Pop-up bikini comb, protective cap, and charger
• Best for: Full body
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: "I get nasty razor burn and discoloration from regular in-shower razors," writes a reviewer, who adds thats they "switched to using this one on dry underarms and legs and got a super close shave with zero pain and no bumps."

This shaving kit legit has it all: an electric foil razor that can be used on wet or dry skin plus four different attachments, a bikini trimmer, a detail trimmer, and two precision combs. Amazon reviewers love its usability (it has an ergonomic, non-slip grip) and the fact that you can use it to remove hair in multiple places, including your legs, underarms, and face.

• What’s included: Bikini trimmer attachment, adjustable comb, eyebrow attachment, detail trimmer, charging adapter, and storage pouch
• Best for: Bikini area, eyebrows, face, legs, and arms
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: "So far this has been great," writes one reviewer. "It's easy to use and way cheaper than getting waxed. The eyebrow piece is a little hard to work with but I'm learning."

Shaving your bikini area? Skip the annoying, bulky razor and opt for this versatile trimmer instead. It can be used on wet or dry skin and features three blades that can move in any direction, so you don’t have to worry about missing those hard-to-reach spots. It even has an LED spotlight for that much-needed extra precision down there.

• What’s included: 3 trimmer guides, USB charging cable, charging adapter, charging base, and storage bag
• Best for: Pubic area, legs, underarms, and face
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: “I love the way the blade moves, I drag it through the hair I want to trim with a guard on and it just goes where I need it too, trimming the hair without too much effort on my part. It goes both directions and has a handy light. The trim guards will occasionally pop off while in use but it’s not a disaster. The whole set up is very sleek and lovely; it’s easy to clean and use”, said one user.

POV: You’re in the middle of shaving during your “everything shower,” and your electric razor dies. There are few worst things in my book, but this electric razor stays powered for a full hour (thank goodness). And when it’s finally time to recharge, you can do so with the handy USB-C wire.

• What’s included: Cleaning brush, facial hair removal head, and body hair trimmer head
• Best for: Underarms, face, and legs
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: “I love this so much and have used it for a year now and I can say the battery lasts a really long time and it doesn’t hurt at all! I have used it nearly everywhere in my body and it removes all hair fast and it doesn’t exfoliate skin or leaves it red and it has been hard for me to find something for my very sensitive skin,” writes a reviewer.

Most electric razors are inherently less irritating on skin, but this electric razor is ideal for the most sensitive skin types or anyone prone to razor burns (ouch). Plus, its floating foil glides naturally over your curves and contours to avoid those annoying af nicks.

• What’s included: Trimmer, exfoliation glove, skin stretched cap, soft glide cap, cleaning brush, and charging cable
• Best for: Underarms, legs, and arms
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: “This is a great wet or dry shaver. I used it on our most recent tropical vacation and it worked great," writes one user. “I charged it before we left so I wouldn't have to worry about the cords. We were gone a week and I did not have to worry about it needing another charge.”

New to hair removal? It’s okay—we’ve all been there, and this electric razor is a solid choice for any beginner. The fool-proof device can be used on wet and dry skin with an LED light built in to ensure you don't miss a single hair.

• What’s included: Carry bag, cleaning brush, charging stand, guide comb, and charging cable
• Best for: Arms, legs, underarms, bikini area, and back
• Power source: Rechargeable
  

THE REVIEW: “I am very late to this game of electric razors. I suffered for years with handheld normal razors. I live in a climate that is warm and humid year-round, so being clean-shaven daily is a must. This razor is super for a quick leg or underarm touch-up, but also to keep things neat n' trim downstairs,” writes one reviewer.

If your medicine cabinet has reached max capacity and your electric razor is gonna need a place to live on your bathroom sink, may I suggest you try this super sleek option? The all-white razor has luxe-looking gold accents that legit look like a little piece of high-tech art in your space. And most importantly: it comes with an extra trimming guard and has a five-hour battery life.

• What’s included: Pre-wax guard, shaving guard, USB cord, travel bag, cleaning brush, and lubricant
• Best for: Bikini line, legs, underarms, and neck
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: “My purpose in purchasing was to stop waxing regularly after a cut in income, and buy this one-time tool. And it has worked beautifully," one tester writes. "I thought I’d miss the wax feeling but I haven’t. And definitely don’t miss the pain.”

As someone with unwanted facial hair, finding the right tool for hair removal is a pain, but luckily this Finishing Touch gently removes facial hair on the lip, chin, and cheeks. Not to mention, its sleek design makes it ideal for on-the-go touch ups.

• What’s included: Built-in light and 2 comb attachments
• Best for: Face
• Power source: AAA batteries

THE REVIEW: “It works and it's painless. I use it on my upper-lip because whenever I wax, I tend to get tiny pimples in place of the hair! I also use it on my boyfriends cheeks (on his FACE) because they're really fuzzy. Excellent product for the price, I only hope it keeps working as well as it is now!”, wrote a reviewer.

This electric 9-piece kit contains everything you need to be your smoothest, softest, most hairless self. It has cleansing and massaging attachments to help exfoliate skin and boost circulation for a healthy glow—plus an epilator, shaver, and trimmer to remove unwanted hair from head to toe too.

• What’s included: Cleaning brush, protective cap, facial massage pad, facial brush, shaver head, body massage pad, facial epilator, trimmer cap, facial cap, and skin contact cap
• Best for: Full body
• Power source: AA battery

THE REVIEW: "Overall, this device is definitely worth the money from my experience so far," writes one tester, adding that it "has so many uses, charges super fast, and the battery lasts a good while."

Some electric razors are waaaay too big and clunky to be used on hard-to-shave areas like knees, ankles, and feet. Not this one, though—it has flexible rotary heads that move in multiple directions to hug your skin's curves for a close shave with no cuts. This one can even be used to remove facial hair too.

• What’s included: Cleaning brush, USB cable, and user manual
• Best for: Face, legs, and arms
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: "I love the fact that I can shave without water and that it leaves my skin nice and smooth," reads one review. "It's not as close a shave as you'd get with a regular razor, but overall a great buy!"

Don't forget to pack this cordless electric razor in your travel makeup or toiletry bag for your next vacation. It has a portable design that's great for travel and can be quickly recharged with a USB cord if it runs of battery life while you're away from home.

• What’s included: USB charging cord
• Best for: Legs, bikini area, and underarms
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: "Not only is it pretty and affordable, it really works," reads one tester's review. "It's easy to use and best of all leaves your skin feeling smooth."

This fuss-free electric razor may not come with a bunch of bells and whistles or attachments, but it's highly effective at removing unwanted body hair. The cordless, ergonomic design lasts for 30 minutes after each charge, can be used wet or dry, and hugs your skin's curves and contours for an easy shave.

• What’s included: Bikini trimmer head guard and cleaning brush
• Best for: Full body
• Power source: Rechargeable

THE REVIEW: "This is a lazy girl's dream razor," says a reviewer. "I use it to shave while I'm sitting on the couch watching TV!"

Consider the type of shaver

Electric razors fall into one of two categories: foil shavers and rotary shavers. Foil shavers have blades covered in thin pieces of foil that move in an up-and-down motion and are best for shins, thighs, and underarms. These blades, in particular, "help reduce the risk of skin irritation while allowing for a closer shave," thanks to their design, according to dermatologist Dr. Fatima Fahs. On the other hand, rotary shavers are round discs with little circular blades that can move in multiple directions, making them a good choice for use on skin with contours and curves (like your knees and face).

Check out the reviews and ratings

As with all beauty tools and devices, it's super important to do a little research before hitting the buy now button. Sift through ratings (I always filter the settings to the 4- and 5-star options only) and read tester reviews. Who knows, you may even find some genius shaving tips and tricks in the comments. Dr. Fahs also advises, "when choosing an electric razor, consider looking for one with good charging capacity as you'll want it to maintain battery life with multiple uses. Bulkiness of the razor can make it difficult to maneuver in hard-to-reach areas or take it with you for travel".

Look for certain attachments

Want to use your electric razor to groom your bikini area, trim your eyebrows, or epilate your underarms? You'll need the right attachments to do all of that—so make sure whichever electric razor you choose comes with multiple options to suit all your hair removal needs. While they’re generally safe to use all over the body, Dr. Fahs suggests that you use precaution based on the different attachments.

• Fatima Fahs, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in Michigan and the founder of Dermy Doc Box, an award-winning, dermatologist-curated skincare subscription service. She practices medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology with a particular interest in skincare and product formulation.

Lauren Balsamo is the deputy beauty director at Cosmopolitan with nearly 10 years of experience researching, writing, and editing skincare stories that range from the at-home laser hair removal devices to the the best acne products with benzoyl peroxide. She’s an authority in all skincare categories, but is an expert when it comes to hair removal creams, devices, and treatments. She regularly tests and analyzes electric razors for efficacy, while working with the industry’s top experts to assess new brands and technologies.

Chaise Sanders is Associate Editor at Cosmopolitan and has three years of experience writing about beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and entertainment news, including the best facial cleansing brushes, the perfect toiletry bags to keep your brushes in while on vacay, and even some fire Instagram captions for said vacay. She updated and curated the best electric razors le internet has to offer through researching and reading reviews.