Philips Norelco 8040X Cool Skin Rechargeable Cordless Tripleheader Razor

by Philips Norelco

Product Features

• Box Content - HP Photosmart Mz67 Digital Camera, 2 alkaline AA batteries, USB cable, Quick Start Guide, warranty/regulatory brochure, CD with HP Photosmart software for Windows and Macintosh, User's Guide and wrist strap
• 8 Megapixel stills, Up to 3264 x 2448 resolution, QVGA 320x240 at 24 fps
• 16MB of internal memory - We recommend purchasing a 1 GB SD Memory Card for practical usage
• 2.5 (diagonal) (6.4 cm) bright indoor/outdoor viewable color LCD display
• HP Precision Lens System - 48x total zoom, 6x optical & 8x digital, f2.8 (wide), f4.8 (telephoto)

Product Description

Make your shave comfortable, skin-enhancing and downright therapeutic with the Norelco 8040X Cool Skin Model shaving system. The rechargeable cordless razor contains a dispenser that automatically applies vitamin-enriched Nivea for Men Shaving Conditioner directly onto your skin for a moisturizing and soothing shave. A refill bottle is included to pump conditioner into the Cool Skin razor whenever the resevoir becomes empty (to purchase conditioner, look up "NCS H500" at jr.com.) The Flex Tracker maps out automatically tracks the curves of your face to protect agains irritation and the shaving heads have unique Glide Rings for a smoother, safer shave. The unit rinses clean in seconds and can even be used in the shower. The Cool Skin shaving system also includes a charging stand, travel pouch and the Precision Tube Trimmer, which allows for the deft and precise trimming of a mustache or sideburns. Nivea For Men conditioner dispensing system: enriches your skin and provides a healthy look. Refill bottle pumps directly into the Cool Skin Razor. Flex Tracker automatically tracks the curves of your face and helps to protect against skin irritation Unique Glide Rings to help the razor move smoothly over your face. Superior Lift & Cut dual blade system Precision tube trimmer: Patented tube trimmer technology for great precision - great for mustaches/sideburns Innovative open shaving unit design allows quick and convenient cleaning after each shave. Charging Time: 4 - hour charging time for full charge Shaving Time: Up to 40 minutes of shaving time Automatic Voltage Selection 100 / 240V: Guarantees travel convenience Charging stand with trimmer and travel pouch included Full 2 year warranty Shooting Modes - Auto Mode (default), Close Up, Super Close Up, Steady Photo, Theatre, Landscape, Portrait, Action, Night Portrait & Sunset Operating Systems - Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Prof

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• ASIN: B000TFLB36
• UPC: 075020000163
• Item model number: 8040X
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #208,066 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars not too good, October 4, 2007

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Simas - See all my reviews

This review is from: Philips Norelco 8040X Cool Skin Rechargeable Cordless Tripleheader Razor (Health and Beauty)

just bought this razer. It doesn't shave well and you have to put a lot of effort to get a better shave. "Better shave" is still quite far away from what you get from traditional wet shave. The good thing is that it is water proof and the skin irritation when you shave with the lotion is indeed minimal.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Beauty that is only superficial., June 16, 2009

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Jonathan J. Kim "Tinker" (Rowland Heights, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco 8040X Cool Skin Rechargeable Cordless Tripleheader Razor (Health and Beauty)

Norelco by Philips Cool Skin 8040x. I have used it for 2 weeks now. I have read the reviews but the design of the shaver was the deciding factor. It is simply one of the most elegantly design shaver of all. Pinnacle of industrial design. It is beautiful in every aspect of it.

Unfortunately, the design comes in at cost of usability. 1. unlike its cousins the razor head does not conform to your face. It does not move. I have tested it with other shaver same brand shavers and was impressed how the 3 head flex to conform to your face but this one is fixed. 2. Blade spins at very low rpm. I do not have any numbers but I can clearly tell the blade spins at far lower rpm then other shavers I am used to. 3. Razor surface is far less than other cousins. Because it had to leave the center of the blade empty to deliver the lotion where as other shavers have blades in the middle this model has empty spot in the middle of the each of 3 razor head.

Its lotion dispensing ability is very novel. I enjoy its cool smooth feel. Wet/Dry feature is fun too.

Its weakness adds up to not so close shave. Even after the shave I feel the hair on my face. So it just won't cut it as primary shaver. So I will be using it as on the go maybe at the gym. But it is very unsatisfying and I am compelled to return it. Use its 45 guarantee thing..
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Update: After using it for over 6 months. I think this cuts as close as my other shaver. I am enjoying shaving with this. This circular cutting mechanism seems to be very efficient. +1 star

0 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars product arrived defective, January 22, 2008

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J. Parkin "J" (California) - See all my reviews
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I ordered this item for my boyfriend. When it arrived, we charged it according to the manufactures instructions. When he turned it on and began to shave it immediately shut off. We thought maybe we hadn't charged it correctly but one of the blades was defective and wouldn't spin. I'm waiting for the new one to arrive. . .