The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 Shaver one of the newest and best foil shavers from the Panasonic innovative ES shaver range. However, unlike the Panasonic foil shavers we have reviewed in the past such as the Panasonic ES-LA63-S Arc4, this shaver has smarter features including new foil technology. Read the full review to see how this new cutting edge Panasonic shaver performs.
Inside the box, you have the Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 which has a sleek and sophisticated metallic design making it look very high end. To compliment it’s look it has smooth rubber grips along the curves of the shaver, it’s also not too weighty or bulky making it feel very comfortable in your hand. One of the amazing features you get is that you get a system which can charge and clean the shaver at the same time in about 90 minutes, this is the only Panasonic shaver that has this inventive feature. In the box, you also get a packet of cleaning fluid, a bottle of oil and an instruction manual.
This classy and elegant Panasonic shaver with its state of the art features has a retail price of £329.00 but you can get it at more than 30% off here.
You can also get it without the charging/cleaning station on its own for almost half the price here.
With Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 there have been some new technological features Panasonic have introduced. So this shaver can perform even better using less time to shave. To do this Panasonic have introduced a new five blade foil shaving system. Having more foils means less shaving times and more coverage of the face. The new system also has Nano tech blades and a multi flex pivoting head. This results in hair being cut at the root more cleanly with more surface covered and utmost comfort. The motor runs at an amazing 14,000 RPM which means there is no tugging or pulling of hair. The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 has two modes, a normal mode and an automatic mode which uses a laser to sense your beard density and adjusts itself appropriately.
After using this shaver for over a week it is safe to say it gives very good results every time. With the blades angled at 30 degrees the pivoting head fits to your face perfectly. So it glides seamlessly across your skin cutting hairs completely off. With its five blades technology, this shaver can cover a lot of area and gives you a really close shave capturing nearly all the hairs on the on the first pass. You get an even closer shave when using this shaver wet, especially when it comes to tough hair the Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 will glide through it effortlessly. When used in normal or laser mode this shaver delivers great results in only 5 minutes of shaving time. When holding the shaver, the design and weight balances makes it comfortable. You don’t even have to put much pressure when shaving and this shaver will go through hair like a hot knife through butter.
The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 provides a powerful yet gentle shave with the shaving sensor technology, this is great for sensitive skin. In dry mode, the blade angles fit to your skin and cut close but smoothly across, though if you are worried there is always wet mode. In wet mode, this shaver performs very well when using it with shaving foam or gel. This way sensitive skin isn’t harmed or irritated in anyway and you still get a close shave.
This shaver comes with a powerful Lithium Ion battery and a full charge takes only 1 hour. Shaving time take around 45 minutes shorter than some older Panasonic models. However, you can still get a good few shaves which produce amazing results out of one charge. Due to its dual function system, this shaver can be charged and cleaned at the same time for convenience. However, when put into the station it cannot do the functions separately. Meaning it must clean and charge at the same time. Thankfully the shaver does come with an additional charging cable.
This is the first Panasonic electric shaver that comes with a dual function station that cleans and charges. Because of this you can save a lot of time and effort. You just need to fill the station with a bit of water so that the shaver head is submerged. You can also add some of the cleaning fluid provided in the box. Then you simply put the shaver inside the station upside down and press the button to begin cleaning. Then wait 90 minutes and presto you have a fully clean and charged shaver. If you need guidance there is a comprehensive instruction booklet included in the box.
One of the special features already mentioned in the cleaning/charging station which makes your life so much easier when it comes to shaving. Another feature is the pop-up trimmer at the back of the shaver, which is surprisingly very effective compared to a lot of razors. The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 also comes with a 10-stage LED display which shows how much shave time there is left, battery usage, if the blades need replacing, sensor mode and a cleaning reminder.
Many may be concerned with the price of this shaver but it is well worth it. It’s brilliant shaving technology, that allows the shaver to glides with such ease and eliminate all hairs, is like no other on the market. It’s able to leave such a close shave leaving your skin smooth and polished, tackling even the thickest beards with no problems. Due to the amazing features and functions of this shaver you get a great trouble free shave which is ideal and beneficial for everyday use, this is also one of the best shavers we have reviewed so far.
The Basics/ In The Box
Inside the box, you have the Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 which has a sleek and sophisticated metallic design making it look very high end. To compliment it’s look it has smooth rubber grips along the curves of the shaver, it’s also not too weighty or bulky making it feel very comfortable in your hand. One of the amazing features you get is that you get a system which can charge and clean the shaver at the same time in about 90 minutes, this is the only Panasonic shaver that has this inventive feature. In the box, you also get a packet of cleaning fluid, a bottle of oil and an instruction manual.
This classy and elegant Panasonic shaver with its state of the art features has a retail price of £329.00 but you can get it at more than 30% off here.
You can also get it without the charging/cleaning station on its own for almost half the price here.
Operation and Ease of Use
With Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 there have been some new technological features Panasonic have introduced. So this shaver can perform even better using less time to shave. To do this Panasonic have introduced a new five blade foil shaving system. Having more foils means less shaving times and more coverage of the face. The new system also has Nano tech blades and a multi flex pivoting head. This results in hair being cut at the root more cleanly with more surface covered and utmost comfort. The motor runs at an amazing 14,000 RPM which means there is no tugging or pulling of hair. The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 has two modes, a normal mode and an automatic mode which uses a laser to sense your beard density and adjusts itself appropriately.
Results After Shaving
After using this shaver for over a week it is safe to say it gives very good results every time. With the blades angled at 30 degrees the pivoting head fits to your face perfectly. So it glides seamlessly across your skin cutting hairs completely off. With its five blades technology, this shaver can cover a lot of area and gives you a really close shave capturing nearly all the hairs on the on the first pass. You get an even closer shave when using this shaver wet, especially when it comes to tough hair the Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 will glide through it effortlessly. When used in normal or laser mode this shaver delivers great results in only 5 minutes of shaving time. When holding the shaver, the design and weight balances makes it comfortable. You don’t even have to put much pressure when shaving and this shaver will go through hair like a hot knife through butter.
Sensitive skin?
The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 provides a powerful yet gentle shave with the shaving sensor technology, this is great for sensitive skin. In dry mode, the blade angles fit to your skin and cut close but smoothly across, though if you are worried there is always wet mode. In wet mode, this shaver performs very well when using it with shaving foam or gel. This way sensitive skin isn’t harmed or irritated in anyway and you still get a close shave.
Battery Life
This shaver comes with a powerful Lithium Ion battery and a full charge takes only 1 hour. Shaving time take around 45 minutes shorter than some older Panasonic models. However, you can still get a good few shaves which produce amazing results out of one charge. Due to its dual function system, this shaver can be charged and cleaned at the same time for convenience. However, when put into the station it cannot do the functions separately. Meaning it must clean and charge at the same time. Thankfully the shaver does come with an additional charging cable.
Cleaning and Care
This is the first Panasonic electric shaver that comes with a dual function station that cleans and charges. Because of this you can save a lot of time and effort. You just need to fill the station with a bit of water so that the shaver head is submerged. You can also add some of the cleaning fluid provided in the box. Then you simply put the shaver inside the station upside down and press the button to begin cleaning. Then wait 90 minutes and presto you have a fully clean and charged shaver. If you need guidance there is a comprehensive instruction booklet included in the box.
Special Features
One of the special features already mentioned in the cleaning/charging station which makes your life so much easier when it comes to shaving. Another feature is the pop-up trimmer at the back of the shaver, which is surprisingly very effective compared to a lot of razors. The Panasonic ES-LV95-S Arc5 also comes with a 10-stage LED display which shows how much shave time there is left, battery usage, if the blades need replacing, sensor mode and a cleaning reminder.
Final Thoughts
Many may be concerned with the price of this shaver but it is well worth it. It’s brilliant shaving technology, that allows the shaver to glides with such ease and eliminate all hairs, is like no other on the market. It’s able to leave such a close shave leaving your skin smooth and polished, tackling even the thickest beards with no problems. Due to the amazing features and functions of this shaver you get a great trouble free shave which is ideal and beneficial for everyday use, this is also one of the best shavers we have reviewed so far.