You probably already know how to shave properly, and that’s a great start. But shaving isn’t always as simple as strolling straight into your fully equipped bathroom. Sometimes, we have to shave while we’re on the go, whether we’re travelling for business or just taking a holiday.
Maybe you’re looking for the right travel shaver, or maybe you’re after some tips for shaving while camping. We’re here to help. Here are some of our top grooming hacks for shaving on the go.
First things first: time to consider whether you’re a manual or electric shaver. It makes sense to pick a travel shaver that’s similar to your favourite shaver at home, so you can use it with confidence. If you’re used to an electric razor at home, you don’t have to give up that comfort. Just pack a mini portable electric shaver and you’re all set. The Philips OneBlade Pro 360 only needs an hour of charge for 120 minutes of use, so it’s quick and easy to recharge whenever you find the opportunity. And you’ll always know where you stand, with the LCD screen displaying exactly how much charge you have left.
You’ve got your travel shaver, so what shaving hacks do you need to know before setting out?
Here are a handful of shaving hacks for those times you find yourself shaving while camping, caravanning or otherwise deprived of the luxuries of your bathroom: There's nothing quite like a satisfying shave or shape-up, whether you're in the bathroom or the great outdoors. But don't forget, if you're using an electric shaver that's capable of a quality and close dry shave, you won't need to shave while you shower or wet your face at all. With the OneBlade Pro 360, for example, simply select your desired length (from 0.4mm to 10mm) and trim, edge and shave away!
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If you’re on a business trip with a packed schedule, one way to save time by shaving in the shower. If you’re used to shaving in front of the sink each morning, though, you might be wondering how to shave in the shower without a mirror. Here are our shaving tips for when you find yourself mirrorless. First of all, if you’re shaving in the shower with a mini portable electric shaver, you’ll want to check that your shaver is waterproof. If your Philips electric shaver has a bath or shower symbol on the back, you can bring it into the shower with you. Shaving without a mirror is easier than you might think, especially if you’re going for a clean shave. You can just trust your muscle memory and touch your skin as you go to make sure you’ve picked up all the hairs. The mirror is a useful tool, but all you need is your hand and a portable shaver. If you need to see your face while you shave, and the shower door isn’t reflective enough for you, there's a more high-tech solution: if you have a waterproof phone to hand, you could use the front-facing camera as a makeshift mirror. And if you're happy with the shave, you have your camera right there to snap some pictures of it!
It’s worth knowing these travel grooming hacks; staying well-groomed shouldn’t be confined to the home! And when we look our best, we can feel our best. Whether you’re camping with some mates or travelling for business meetings, if you know you’re looking your best, it can help you feel more comfortable and confident.
Still, if shaving while camping doesn’t sound appealing to you, there is absolutely nothing wrong with embracing your wild side and going full Viking! If you’re home from your holiday, but the Viking look still sounds tempting, take a look at our guide to how to grow a Viking beard.
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