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Saturday, January 28, 2012

Gillette Fusion Proglide Manual Razor, 1-count Package


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List Price : $18.24 Price : $12.77
Gillette Fusion Proglide Manual Razor, 1-count Package

Product Description

Gillette Fusion Proglide. Gillette’s best shave, even if you shave every day. Fusion ProGlide’s breakthrough blade technology helps deliver Gillette’s most comfortable shave ever in manual and battery powered. Its thinner, finer blades provide significantly less tug and pull and effortless glide. It is Gillette’s most advanced Shaving System.

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  • Re-engineered Low Cutting Force Blades with thinner, finer edges and our advanced low-resistance coating, enabling the blades to cut effortlessly through hair with less tug and pull.
  • A Blade Stabilizer to maintain optimal blade spacing for comfort, while allowing the blades to adjust to the contours of a man’s face.
  • A streamlined Snowplow Comfort Guard which channels excess shave prep to help maintain optimal blade contact, stretching the skin for a close, comfortable shave.
  • An Enhanced Lubrastrip™, larger than before, infused with mineral oil and lubricating polymers, enabling the razor to move smoothly over skin even on repeat strokes.
  • An improved Precision Trimmer, including an enhanced blade, a comb guard to better align long hairs and rinse-through slots.
  • A Redesigned Handle with bigger, more ergonomic grips for better control, enhanced weight and balancing and improved transition between front and back shaving surfaces.

Gillette ProGlide - Enlarged Lubrastrip, Micro-comb, Redesigned Precision Trimmer, Thinner, Finer Blade Edges
Low-Resistance Coating, Central Blade Stabilizer

Razor Comparison Chart
Razor Features: Fusion ProGlide Power, Fusion ProGlide Manual, Fusion Power, M3 Power Nitro

Microchip Onboard

Microchip for consistent power.
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Automatic Shutoff

Turns razor off after about 8 minutes to help protect the battery in case of accidental activation.
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Battery Power

Soothing micropulses to help you reduce friction and increase razor glide, so you'll barely feel the blade.*
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Re-engineered Low Cutting Force Blades

with thinner, finer edges and advanced low-resistance coating, enabling the blades to cut effortlessly through hair with less tug and pull.
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Advanced Blade Technology

3 blades for glide and comfort.
     
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Advanced Blade Technology

5-Blade Shaving Surface Technology with blades spaced closer together to help reduce pressure–for a close comfortable shave.
   
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Blade Stabilizer

to maintain optimal blade spacing for comfort, while allowing the blades to adjust to the contours of a man's face.
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Streamlined Snowplow Comfort Guard

which channels excess shave prep to help maintain optimal blade contact, stretching the skin for a close, comfortable shave.
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Flexible Comfort Guard

15 Microfins to follow the contours of your face for a comfortably close shave.
   
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Low-Battery Indicator Light

Lets you know when to change the battery, so you'll always have power when you need it.
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Enhanced Lubrastrip™

larger than before, infused with mineral oil and lubricating polymers, enabling the razor to move smoothly over skin even on repeat strokes.
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Improved Precision Trimmer

including an enhanced blade, a comb guard to better align long hairs and rinse-through slots.
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Precision Trimmer

1 Precision Trimmer for those tricky spots like sideburns, under the nose, and around facial hair.
   
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Redesigned Handle

with bigger, more ergonomic grips for better control.
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Innovative Microcomb

that helps guide stubble to the blades.
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*vs. Fusion® Manual

Try Other Gillette Grooming Products
Gillette ProGlide Hydra Smooth Shave Gel
ProGlide Hydra Smooth™ Shave Gel
The Fusion ProGlide Hydrating formula, with Shea Butter and Glycerin, helps keep your skin hydrated during the shave and helps reduce the look and feel of shaving irritation for a smooth shave.
Gillette Fusion ProSeries Thermal Scrub
Thermal Scrub
Warms, deep cleans and helps soften facial hair before shaving. In this innovative formula, heating technology is activated on contact with water to provide warming comfort.
Gillette Fusion ProSeries Cooling Lotion
Intense Cooling Lotion
A unique, 2-in-1 lightweight aftershave lotion formula that helps provide instant cooling relief for just shaved skin. It hydrates to improve moisture retention throughout the day for an incredibly comfortable finish to your shave.
Gillette Fusion ProSeries Sensitive Face Wash
Fresh + Clean Cool Wave Body Wash
Out-of-the-shower freshness that lasts. It's rich lather cleans away dirt and odor, leaving skin feeling refreshed and you feeling invigorated.


Product FAQs

What makes Gillette Fusion® ProGlide™ better than Gillette Fusion® ?
What makes Fusion ProGlide better than Fusion is technological innovation. The razor has been reengineered and redesigned to create Gillette's Most Comfortable Shave.

Gillette Fusion ProGlide shares the same core technology as Gillette Fusion ProGlide Power™: thinner, finer shaving blades, a low resistance coating and the redesigned Precision Trimmer Blade. In addition to this:

  • The improved blade stabilizer helps maintain precise blade spacing for optimal comfort.
  • The redesigned handle now has larger, more ergonomic grips for better control.
  • The enhanced Lubrastrip™ is now larger, with more lubricants and a touch of mineral oil.
  • The redesigned precision trimmer now features an improved razor blade and anti-clogging rinse slots.
  • The streamlined comfort guard offers channels to help clear away excess shave prep.

Together, these technologies combine to create Gillette's Most Comfortable Shave.

How does the Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™ handle compare with the Gillette Fusion handle?
The Fusion ProGlide now has ergonomic side grips for better handling.

How long will the Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™ cartridge last?
How long a cartridge lasts varies from person to person, as it is dependent on many variables such as beard toughness and thickness, beard preparation, shaving habits, and skin sensitivity. The Gillette Fusion ProGlide's reformulated Indicator Lubrastrip™ will provide you with a visual cue - it fades to white - when optimal shave conditions have been reduced. When this happens, you may want to change your cartridge for a more comfortable shave.

What are thinner, finer blades and how will they improve my shave? Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™ has 5 blades spaced closer together, forming an advanced shaving surface. The razor blades are thinner than those of Fusion–a design that allows the blades to be even more flexible.

How was the Precision Trimmer redesigned?
The blade was improved and anti-clogging rinse slots were added.

What is the Streamlined Comfort Guard with channels? What are the benefits of the Streamlined Comfort Guard?
Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™ features a Streamlined Comfort Guard. The soft, flexible material surrounds the microfins, creating an outer edge that wraps around the sides of the cartridge and channels that clear away excess shave prep. This Streamlined Comfort Guard follows the contours of your face to help the shaving surface of the razor comfortably shave close.

Have there been any enhancements to the lubrication strip?
Yes. It now contains more lubricants and a touch of mineral oil.

Will the Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™ cartridge fit any other razors on the market?
The Gillette Fusion ProGlide cartridge features a razor blade that fits on any Gillette Fusion, Fusion ProGlide or Fusion ProGlide Power™ handle.

Shaving FAQs

Is it better to use hot, cold, or warm water to shave?
Warm water is best for hydrating beard hair. Soaking in warm water softens hair and causes it to expand, making it 70% easier to cut.

What is the best way to avoid razor burn?
If the skin is not properly prepared before shaving or if the blade on your razor is dull, you are more likely to end up with razor burn. Make sure to hydrate hair in warm water for up to three minutes and apply plenty of shave gel. Also, be sure to change the blade on your razor at the first sign of dullness or discomfort.

Is it okay to let my girlfriend or wife borrow my men's razor?
For both hygiene and performance, it's not a good idea to share your razor with your partner. Women have a much larger area to shave and you may find that after only a few shaves, your blade has dulled considerably, increasing the likelihood of nicks and cuts. Tell her to try a razor specifically designed for the way a woman shaves, such as Gillette® Venus® Embrace®.

Does shaving make your hair grow back thicker?
Scientists at Gillette have conducted extensive testing on the effects shaving has on both male and female hair growth, texture and color. This testing has proven that shaving does not affect hair growth, color or texture. Shaving does, however, alter the tip shape of the regrown hair, which may initially change the way hair feels as it grows back. But if hair is left to re-grow completely, it will return to its former state.

In what direction should I shave to achieve the best shave?
Men's facial hair tends to grow in different directions. Start by shaving with light, gentle strokes with the grain. Then, if necessary, go against the grain for an even closer shave.

What is the difference between disposable and refillable razors?
The entire shaving razor is discarded when you are through with a disposable razor. With a refillable razor, only the blade cartridge is replaced. Refillable razors like Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™ and Gillette Fusion incorporate more advanced blade technology and ergonomics vs. most disposables for great control and a close comfortable shave.

What is the difference between a single, double, triple and 5-blade razor? Which is best?
Gillette's research has demonstrated that single blade technology, which has been applied since 1901, is demonstrably inferior to twin blade shaving systems such as SensorExcel®, and even more so to 5-blade systems such as Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide™. But the number of blades alone does not ensure a superior shave. The 5-blade shaving surface of Fusion ProGlide Power™ features progressive blade alignment, patented blade coating process and a flexible comfort guard which collectively provide Gillette's best shave.

How do I avoid nicks and cuts, particularly above my upper lip?
The area above the upper lip is tricky for many men. To help avoid nicks and cuts, always leave it for last. Apply plenty of shave gel or shaving cream and allow this area to soak up as much lather as possible. When shaving, don't apply too much pressure. Gillette® Fusion® ProGlide's™ Precision Trimmer is really useful when shaving under the nose.


  • Gillette’s best shave reengineered thinner blades effortless glide
  • Less tug & pull
  • Microcomb helps guide hair to blades streamlined comfort guard new channels clear away excess prep
  • Now consumers can experience incredible comfort, even if they shave every day


Gillette Fusion Proglide Manual Razor, 1-count Package Reviews


Gillette Fusion Proglide Manual Razor, 1-count Package Reviews


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45 of 48 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars The Gillette Fusion line's latest incarnation., June 1, 2010
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Justo Roteta (Los Angeles, California United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gillette Fusion Proglide Manual Razor, 1-count Package (Health and Beauty)
When the original (manual) Fusion shaving system was introduced in 2005, it was truly a major improvement over any and all previously available razors. It was (and still is) a truly revolutionary, advanced and innovative shaving system that made shaving virtually painless and hastle-free even for men with tough beards and/or sensitive skin. The ProGlide is the latest incarnation of the Fusion and it does offer some advantages over the original Fusion but not nearly enough to justify switching over (especially when considering that the replacement cartridges will be even more expensive than the manual Fusion's!). When I shaved my head with the ProGlide, I honestly noticed NO difference whatsoever (neither better nor worse) than when I shave with the manual Fusion. When shaving my face, I did notice that the ProGlide DID do a slightly better job than the manual Fusion at shaving tricky and hard-to-reach areas (especially the moustache area just below the nostrils and around my Adam's... Read more
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Only good for frequent shavers, August 27, 2010
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This razor is good for beards 1 to 3 days old.It cannot handle anything longer than that as the blades are very close to each other and requires short strokes,otherwise gets clogged very easily.It does not come no where near a Mach 3 when it comes to condition i mentioned above,in cases where you shave daily or alternate day it is way superior to a Mach3 and as advertised it has less tug and pull.I would recommend investing some more dollars for a different package which comes with a razor stand,as this one here does not come with one.
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22 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Now I know why they call it the proglide..., June 5, 2010
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This review is from: Gillette Fusion Proglide Manual Razor, 1-count Package (Health and Beauty)
This razor is called the proglide for a reason. I preordered this razor with the hopes it would be better than the original fusion. I am happy to say from my experience that it is to me. This razor has no pull on a three day old beard along with no nicks or cuts, this must be due to the thinner finer blades. This is why they call it the pro glide. The lubrication strip is a lot bigger than the original and the diffrence is slightly noticeable during the shave. There was no stubble left over with a second pass. I have never tried the fusion power due to I feel that it is sort of a gimmic with the vibration in ways that other power razors have cut me or tugged at the beard so I stick with the manual. So far i am very pleased with this razor and even ordered the blade refills already. I will never even look back at my old fusion now due to the upgraded comfort and longer lasting blades of proglide. One reviewer feels that this razor is not much of an upgrade from the original and to... Read more
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