Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver

by Philips

Product Features

• Razor head pivots and flexes to ensure constant contact with your skin
• Speed-XL heads provide 50-percent more shaving surface
• Three comfort settings adjust to your skin type
• Ultra-thin heads have slots to shave long hairs, and holes to shave the shortest stubble
• Patented reflex action system and "lift-and-cut" technology deliver the smoothes, closest, most comfortable shave

Product Description

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The Norelco 9190XL SmartTouch Dry Razor Shaving System is loaded with all the best features Norelco has to offer -- the SmartTouch contour following system, speed-XL shaving heads, an automatic charging stand with clock, and more.

Get a closer shave with the Norelco 9190XL. View larger.

The contour following system uses razor head pivots and flexes to ensure constant contact with your skin, and the speed-XL heads provide 50-percent more shaving surface for a faster, smoother, closer shave.

The 9190XL enables you to personalize your shave with three comfort settings that adjust to your skin type for maximum comfort in sensitive areas. The centerpiece of Norelco's precision cutting system are the ultra-thin heads with slots to shave long hairs, and holes to shave the shortest stubble. In addition, each head "floats" to align the razor sharp blades and bring them closer to your skin for the smoothest shave imaginable. Of course, no Norelco would be complete without the patented reflex action system that automatically adjusts to every curve on your face, and the superior "lift-and-cut" technology that uses a dual stainless steel blade system to lift hair, and cut it comfortably below the skin level. And once your skin is baby-smooth, simply rinse the razor clean, clip on the included protective razor head cap, and store your 9190XL in the automatic charging stand.

This razor also comes fully equipped with an LCD display with multi-function indicators. So you know that you're razor is tuned just for your face, the display shows your personal comfort setting. The display also features an audible buzzer alarm and travel lock, battery capacity indicators, and a shaving head replacement/cleaning indicator. Plus, the razor comes with a sleek, stylish stainless steel storage pouch and the automatic charging stand features a handy, built-in clock.

	SmartTouch Contour Following System - Revolutionary contour following system with suspension pivots and flexes to optimally adjust the shaver to your face. Speed XL Shaving Heads - Up to 50% more shaving surface with the three shaving rings for precision cutting and a shaving head protector cap to protect the heads.
	Personal Comfort Control® System - Personalize your shave with 3 comfort settings that adjust to your skin type for maximum comfort in sensitive areas.
	Precision Cutting System - Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble.
	Patented Reflex Action® System - Automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible, smoother shaving.
	Superior Lift & Cut® Technology - Dual blade system lifts hair to cut comfortably below skin level. Stainless steel blades for comfortably close shaves.
	Individually Floating Heads - Align the razor-sharp blades closer to your skin for exceptional closeness.
	Simply Rinses Clean - Quick and Easy!

Warranty
Full two-year warranty

What's in the Box
Norelco 9190XL SmartTouch dry razor shaving system, automatic charging stand with clock, protective razor head cap, power cord, cleaning brush, and pouch.

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Product Description

Philips Norelco SmartTouchXL combines two revolutionary technologies to shave more with each pass. SmartTouch Contour Following System pivots and flexes to ensure constant skin contact. Speed XL Shaving Heads provide 50% more shaving surface for a faster, smoother and closer shave. Features include automatic charging stand with clock, Personal Comfort Control settings, precision cutting system ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble, Patented Reflex Action System that automatically adjusts to every curve, Superior Lift and Cut Technology, and individually floating heads. Shaver simply rinses clean.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.4 x 9.8 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000EPUQKK
• UPC: 075020208965
• Item model number: 9190 XL
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (70 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #126,468 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #58 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Electric Shavers > Men's > Rotary Shavers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost a home run, September 23, 2006

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Ronald L. Courtois "bug045" (Encinitas, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver (Health and Beauty)

I purchased this shaver after giving up on my Braun 7600 series razor. It just didn't give me a close enough shave and I was tired of buying the cleaning system solution - which are a rip off in my opinion. I had never tried a Norelco product before and was skeptical. However it gives me the closest shave I have ever gotten from an electric. I initially tried the middle setting and got a little irritation on my neck but otherwise fine. It does take some getting used to the circular heads when shaving my upper lip but did cover the area better than the Braun - which left a small ridge near my nose. I like being able to just rinse the heads instead of an expensive and sticky cleaning system. They could leave out all the fancy electronics and I didn't need a clock in the base. I would have given 5 stars if it had been a little less expensive.

61 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed: not worth the upgrade from the 8890 model..., May 18, 2006

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xleo - See all my reviews

This review is from: Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver (Health and Beauty)

I was seduced by the new features offered by this shaver thinking it was worth it but found out after one week using it that it is not.
I've been using philips-Norelco electric shavers for the past 10 years, every couple of years I change for an updated new model, so I'm not new to these shavers.
This time I went for the new top of the line and I'm dissapointed: my old 8000 series was smoother, with the 9190 I get a sligly faster shave (but not closer) but irritates my skin (thanks to the three ring shaving heads, faster shave but uncortable one). LCD is terrible (contrary to old model) can't see info unless I turn on the razon. Pros: Motor is quieter, design is pretty, better handling, but thats is the least important stuff, I'm getting hurt with this shaver!.
I am thinking of either returning it or replacing heads with the 8 series model (too bad after spending $200!) or keep suffering a couple of weeks more to see if my face gets used to the new blades (cause sometimes you really need to as manual indicates).
So my advice: not worth the upgrade from a recent model and not well suited for sensitive skins (although always better than manual razors).

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice. Norelco says it will get better, November 29, 2006

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H Giersberg (Woodstock, Ga United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver (Health and Beauty)

My wife got this shaver for me as a birthday gift. It looks very nice and feels very comfortable on my face. I have it set to the normal sensitivity setting which means it tightens the spring and pressure of the floating heads. So far, no razor burn. This setting is suppose to also give the fastest shave. The shaver is very quiet. It comes with a great stainless steel carry case. For a razor this expensive, that is nice. I should not have to worry about it when I take trips. If I keep it in my car to shave while driving to work, it should be protected. Other than flushing with hot water, Norelco recommends cleaning and lubricating once a month. You can use their commericial products or, their instructions say use rubbing alcohol and mineral oil. They also suggest replacing the shaving heads once a year. Norelco offers a 60 day money back guarantee. They say you need to use the razor exclusively for 3-weeks before you decide if it's right for you. This allows your skin to adjust to this razor. If after 3 or 4 weeks you don't think the razor is right for you, send it back. So far, I'm pleased. If it's better in 3 weeks, GREAT! Read your little instruction book if you get this razor. I believe Norelco invested quite a bit into R&D. For what this razor costs, you should take advantage of their efforts. My wife is hoping I will be more inclined to be clean shaven morning and night. This razor offers no excuses. The LCD display is just fine; I don't know why anyone is complaining about this. Perhaps they are Braun employees. It counts down how many minutes of charge time you have left as well as reminding you when to flush and charge and even replace the heads at the end of a year. Norelco says I can expect about 80 minutes of run time from a charge. At 3 minutes a shave, that's 26 shaves. Shave twive a day and you need to recharge twice a month. If necessary, you can run it with the cord pluged in as a corded shaver.