So it’s overall a quiet razor, although not by any means as quiet as a rotary. It is one of the quietest Braun models I’ve used so far, on par with the Series 9 in this regard. I find it too large and unpractical and I would very much rather have a pop-up trimmer always at hand.
After starting the power, pass the shaver like other foil shavers. You can use water, foam, gel or soap to have wet and refreshing shaves since all the new generation Series 5 shavers are wet/dry featured. The Braun 5050cs is the most advanced shaver in the new EasyClean version of shavers. The shaver comes with a smart design and user-friendly interface with rubberized grip.
If status light does not shine (C&C switches to stand-by after ca. 10 minutes), press start button twice. At all times, hold the shaver at the right angle (90°) to your skin. The battery symbol will flash red, when the battery is running low. With switching Braun Series 5 off the shaver a beep sound reminds of the low charge status. The cleaning cartridge contains a highly flammable liquid so keep it away from sources of ignition. Do not expose to direct sunlight and cigarette smoking nor store it over a radiator.
First step cleans the shaver head with alcohol based chemicals to make sure that most of the germs are killed. The Braun 5018s is the initial model of the Braun Series 5 EasyClean version. The shaver comes with a rinsing friendly shaving head that allows cleaning it with direct running water without removing the foil chamber.
When the cleaning indicator lights up in the shaver display, insert the shaver into the C&C, as described above. Using the special cord set , connect the station power socket to an electrical outlet. Next, switch off the shaver, press the release button to remove the Foil & Cutter cassette and let it dry. The lock symbol lights up in the display when the shaver has been locked to avoid unintended starting of the motor (e.g. for storing it in a suitcase). To change position, move the shaver head with your thumb and forefinger back or forth.
Since the price difference is not that significant anymore, the 5040s would be my pick. There are various models available, with or without a cleaning station and all of them shave the same. But if you don’t suffer from sensitive skin and a closer shave is more important, the Arc 4 will be a better choice for a similar price. Regularly cleaning and lubricating your shaver will prolong the lifespan of the cutting parts and minimize the wear on the blades and foils. According to Braun, you should replace the shaving head of your Series 5 shaver once every 18 months. This is only a broad guideline and it will depend on how often you use your shaver and how coarse your beard is.
The head locking feature was really useful for shaving right under my nose. When it comes strictly to the closeness of the shave, the 5190cc is pretty good. I didn’t shave on weekends just to see how it would deal with a longer beard on a Monday morning when you probably want to get it over with as fast as possible. I used the Series cc exclusively for 3 weeks, shaving daily and every other day for the most part.
With that said, if you have a very fast beard growth, you could see a 5 o’clock shadow creep up sooner than you would like. I didn’t find the vibrations to affect the quality of my shave, but I definitely couldn’t ignore them. It’s also quite similar to the range-topping Series 9 in terms of design language and proportions.
Then, when you arrive at the store of your choice, use the Instacart app to notify us. Depending on the store, a shopper or store employee will bring the groceries to your car, or you can pick them up at the designated area. I put together various reviews on Electric Braun Series 5 Shavers out there so other men will have the information they need to purchase the one that is right for their needs. The replacement head for 5050Cs is 52b and is readily available. It has a black matte finish on the top and a grey plastic insert on the back.