System and method for improving the shaving experience by providing improved visibility of the skin shaving area. A digital camera is integrated with the electric shaver for close image capturing of shaving area, and displaying it on a display unit. The display unit can be integral part of the electric shaver casing, or housed in a separated device which receives the image via a communication channel. The communication channel can be wireless (using radio, audio or light) or wired, such as dedicated cabling or using powerline communication. A light source is used to better illuminate the shaving area. Video compression and digital image processing techniques are used for providing for improved shaving results. The wired communication medium can simultaneously be used also for carrying power from the electric shaver assembly to the display unit, or from the display unit to the electric shaver.

The present invention, also referred to as bow finder, provides a barber instrumentality useful for accurate and straight outlining of a person's hairline, particularly the forehead hairline. Methods are also provided herein for the use of the instrumentality wherein precise use of the outlining wire can ensure that a barber or stylist is trimming hair straight and balanced in position to the reciprocal part on the opposite side of the head.