Close cuts

Muscle & Fitness, April, 2006 by Brandy Colbert

The scruffy look is hip; being mistaken for Grizzly Adams is not. Check out our top picks in electric razors that make the task of shaving (almost) enjoyable.

BEST FOR SENSITIVE SKIN:

NORELCO SMARTTOUCH Three comfort settings that adjust to your skin type make the SmartTouch ideal for even the most sensitive chins. Automatic cleaning and charging are big conveniences. $250, norelco.com

BEST DRY SHAVE:

REMINGTON TITANIUM Titanium-coated blades and flexible heads promise a close, smooth shave. It also tells you when to recharge it and replace the heads. $143, remington-store.com

BEST FOR BEARDS:

BRAUN CRUZE[R.sup.3] The foil shaver may be its main feature, but the rotating styler and detachable, adjustable trimming tool make the CruZe[r.sup.3] a jack-of-all-trades. $60, shaveyourstyle.com

BEST HEAD SHAVE:

HEADBLADE HEADFADE If you're brave enough to shave your own dome, try these clippers made especially for fades, military cuts or just plain old shaving. $109, headblade.com

BEST WET SHAVE:

PANASONIC VORTEX It's the best of both worlds: Use it dry over a sink or wet in the shower. The Vortex's cleaning system ensures the razor's fresh for the next use. $150, panasonic.com

EDITED BY JEANINE DETZ