Braun Syncro Shaver System Clean & Renew Refills

by Braun

• Leaves your shaver thoroughly and hygienically clean for a better shaving performance every day
• The shaved stubbles and debris are cleaned and stored in the cleaning cartridge
• Daily use will enable approximately one month cleaning from one cartridge
• Fluid cleans and lubricates razor automatically
• The replaceable cartridges for the Braun Syncro (models 7526, 7546, 7680), Activator (models 8585 and 8595), and Flex XP System (model 5790) Shavers

Product Description

Size: 3 Refills

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With the Braun Clean & Renew refills, you can keep your shaver in like-new condition every day.   Offered in both a 2-pack and 3-pack, the Clean & Renew refills are used in Braun’s patented Clean & Renew system base for when you are looking to clean, charge, and lubricate your Braun shaver.

Product Overview

 

Braun Clean & RenewTM System Created to best care for your Braun Series 3, 5, or 7 Electric Shaver, the Braun Clean & Renew System hygienically cleans and lubricates your shaver at the touch of a button. Designed for maximum convenience, the Clean & Renew System keeps your blades in top condition, employing an alcohol-based solution to clear away stubble and promote ultimate performance with every stroke. During the cleaning cycle, the Clean & Renew System’s specialized cleaning formula automatically lubricates the blades for optimal cutting efficiency, adding a refreshing lemon scent in the process. Just one cartridge will supply a full month of cleaning. Braun shavers are designed and tested to last at least six years with proper maintenance 1 . With the Clean & Renew System, you can extend your shaver’s longevity and improve its performance over time.  Braun. Designed to make a difference.

The Advantages of the Braun Clean & Renew System

	Cleaning An alcohol-based cleaning solution removes stubble to hygienically clean the shaver.
	Lubricating During the cleaning cycle, the cleaning formula automatically lubricates the blades for optimal cutting efficiency while also releasing a refreshing lemon scent.

The World of Braun

Since its inception in 1921, Braun has challenged the very conventions that define design. State-of-the-art technological innovations are wrapped in pure artistry, honoring both the passion and precision of the ultimate shaving experience. Our unique goal is to create those select products that make a difference in people's lives. Products that engage and excite, creating a "Braun moment" in their own unique way. For men, that effort begins by creating shavers and trimmers that enhance their best look. For women, we strive to engineer epilators and hair care products that pair performance and comfort. This is how Braun goes beyond design to become something more.

Braun. Designed to make a difference. 

Product Description

The replaceable cartridges for the Braun Syncro (models 7526, 7546, 7680), Activator (models 8585 and 8595), and Flex XP System (model 5790) Shavers.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 4 x 4.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009RL86E
• UPC: 069055838150
• Item model number: CCR 3
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,094 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,611 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #40 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Accessories
  • #43 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Electric Shavers

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

273 of 281 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Here's how to make a refill last six months June 26, 2004

By R. Tock

Size Name:2 Refills|Amazon Verified Purchase

I've owned a Braun Syncro for about a year and a half now. It's the closest shave I've ever had without cutting myself, and that includes the new triple blades. But those refills are pricey. Another Amazon review gave me a clue as to how to make each cartridge last six months. Here's how: Clean your razor once a week instead of every day. Between cleans, remove the cartridge from the cleaning machine and reseal the cartridge with the original plastic tab. No more evaporation problem. I've been very happy with the results.

353 of 369 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great but pricey April 3, 2004

By Guy in California

Size Name:2 Refills

You don't HAVE to use the cleaning function of the Braun. You can use it like any other shaver and clean it with a brush. But if you don't mind paying ~$60/year on these refills, then the cleaning system works great. I hope eventually someone decides to make generic versions of the refills or sells the fluid only so we can refill them (like they do with inkjet printer cartridges). I would NOT take the advice of the guy who recommended using alcohol and lemon juice as a refilling liquid. Lemon has sugar (and other impurities) in it, and alcohol doesn't have lubricating agents and may strip the lubricating that the blades need.

Cleaning every other day may seem like a money-saving idea, but I have found that even if you don't use it for weeks, the cleaning fluid still evaporates and you have to replace it almost as frequently, so I figure I might as well get the benefit of cleaning rather than let the stuff just evaporate away.

I hope Amazon starts selling these things directly since buying it from J&R is not a good deal because of the shipping charges. Instead, go to Walgreens or some other store that sells the shaver system, and buy it there. BestBuy.com sells it for the same price with free shipping. J&R's prices are regular street prices (not 50% off).

89 of 93 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars shave like new all the time - for a price! July 27, 2004

By James Barnett

Size Name:2 Refills|Amazon Verified Purchase

I typically use the cleaning solution twice a week; once on a Monday after a 'heavy shave' (I can't be bothered shaving at the weekend!) and once at the end of the week. Anything more than that is unecessary, I find.

But when you do use it - oooh that next shave feels so good and smells fresh. It's like using a new shaver. So why don't I use it every day? I don't think its worth the money - these things aren't cheap and, rather disappointingly, I'm not a millionaire, so having the 'new shaver' feel every day isn't justified.

And another tip: if you can be bothered, you can remove the solution after each use and re-plug it to avoid evaporation of the solution - which makes it last even longer. But that's all a bit too much effort for me...!

So, Braun - stop charging so much for a simple alcohol solution and design the cleaner to automatically 'plug' the solution when its not in use to prevent evaporation, and you'll earn that last star!

Happy shopping

JB

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This cleaning fluid is a must for the Activator shaver July 20, 2006

By John D. Bernstein

Size Name:3 Refills|Amazon Verified Purchase

I bought a Braun Activator shaver because I was tired of nicks, cuts, and irritated skin. I had tried electric razors in the past but they never did a good job shaving and were always a pain to keep clean.

This cleaning fluid for the Activator shaver is a must! The self cleaning system makes it very quick and simple to keep the shaver clean and running good.

I typically run the cleaning step every other day, shaking out the shavings on the off days. This helps the cleaning fluid last a wee bit longer. The fluid lasts 2-3 months, with evaporation in the hot months shortening the life a little bit. The cleaning fluid leaves a slightly lubricating film on the shaver which helps it glide smoothly across the skin.

You can buy a 2-pack of refills in store at Target for $12, or you can get a 3-pack here at Amazon for the same price, plus no sales tax. The math is simple.

81 of 93 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Serve their purpose... March 22, 2002

By RICHARD DIBONA

Size Name:2 Refills

These refills do exactly what they are supposed to do, as you can read in the product description.

I have found no noticeable difference by cleaning my shaver every other use instead of every time. I have owned it for almost a year now. This is a good way to get twice the life out of the refills. They also seem to last longer than the 30 uses stated.

Also, these things are very easy to spill when installing. Be careful!

Finally, I'd recommend stocking up on them if you like the shaver because with products like these, you never know when the manufacturer will stop production thus rendering the shaver obsolete.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Does the job, just not eco-friendly; Amazon improved shipping costs June 29, 2005

By JPL Engineer

Size Name:2 Refills|Amazon Verified Purchase

Well I've had my 8595 for over 3 weeks now and it looks like the solution is getting pretty dirty. If you read my review on the 8595 you'll see I'm only cleaning it once a week and doing the reseal-the-cleaner-with-plug trick.

The solution is not evaporating as I expected, but even with all the wiskers trapped in the filter, the solution itself is getting darker. I was hoping it would last longer, but it appears the only way to do that is to manually clean out the head before you drop it into the charger for auto-cleaning.

So I've given in, I just bought Qty 3 of this item... good enough for 6 months. As someone else commented earlier, you'll basically wind up spending $60 a year using one refill per month. That boils down to $5/month. You have to decide if $5/month is worth your time and effort to clean your shaver (even once a week) plus knowing that the cleaning solution has removed the oil and bacteria off the head and foil to minimize infection or in-grown wiskers.

Given the cost of gasoline and food nowadays, $5/month isn't too bad to me. BUT the refills are not eco-friendly. If Braun would get smart and sell a refill kit which came with a quart or two of solution and replacement filters, I'd buy that. At least you could reuse the container over and over. Just toss out the dirty filter and solution when it's time.

I read up on all the alcohol, lemon extract, silicon oil refill tricks, but they don't address the filter problem unless you backwash the container. It was at that point I realized the time to rejuvenate the refill would equal the time I'd spend just to manually cleaning the head.

BTW, it looks like Amazon has fixed the shipping problem someone noted earlier. Each of these items can be shipped for 50 cents.... So if you ship Qty 3, it's $1.50 for shipping, Qty 6 is $3.00, etc. So my hats off to Amazon for reading the comments here and making the shipping reasonable. I did my order on Amazon because it looks like on eBay, you only save about $2-$3 (depending on quantity) and some auctions claim their refills are old outdated stock. Probably nothing wrong with that since they are sealed, but for $2, I'll just buy here to get the fresh stock. Read more ›