John Lamb
There’s so much conflicting advice about removing body hair. Is shaving with a traditional razor an underrated classic? Should you be wary of ingrown hairs? Is laser hair removal the wave of the future or will you end up with scarring? Waxing: friend or foe? And if the hairy area in question is located in your nether regions, the advice only gets more confusing.
In times of desperation, it may be easy to put a handy ol’ disposable razor to your private area. Stop! Before you book a wax or potentially cause unwanted ingrown hairs, consider investing in a bikini trimmer. “Bikini trimmers are great for patients with sensitive skin and are a great alternative to shaving and chemical depilatory agents,” says dermatologist Dr. Karan Lal. If your skin is sensitive and you want to be as safe as possible, “I usually recommend also using a spacer to avoid a super close trim, which can lead to inadvertent cuts,” he says.
While they’re not exactly designed to remove all of your hair, trimmers get pretty damn close. If you’re ready to try a new form of hair removal, here are 19 bikini trimmers with incredible ratings and reviews.
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Best For A Close Shave
Conair
GirlBomb Binkinibomb Trim & Shave Set 2
Best Overall Bikini Trimmer
Philips Beauty
BikiniGenie Cordless Bikini Trimmer 3
Best Customizeable Device
Veet
Sensitive Precision Beauty Styler 4
Best For Long Lasting Results
Braun
Silk-epil 9 SensoSmart Epilator 5
Best Bikini Trimmer For Sensitive Skin
Gillette
Venus Gentle Trimmer for Pubic Hair & Skin 6
Best For All Hair Types
Marlowe.
No. 145 Body Hair Trimmer 7
Best Bikini Trimmer For Coarse Hair
Panasonic
Close Curves Electric Shaver 8
Best Bikini Trimmer For Beginners
Meridian
The Trimmer 9
Best Complete Kit Bikini Trimmer
Remington
Smooth & Silky Body & Bikini Kit 10
Best Bikini Trimmer For A Splurge
Fur
Fur Trimmer 11
Best Battery Life Bikini Trimmer
Bushbalm
Body & Bikini Trimmer 12
Best Electric Bikini Trimmer
Manscaped
Electric Groin Hair Trimmer 13
Best Bikini Trimmer For A Gentle Shave
Panasonic
Women’s Electric Bikini Trimmer 14
Best Compact Design Bikini Trimmer
Finishing Touch
Flawless Bikini Shaver 15
Best Multipurpose Bikini Trimmer
brori
Electric Razor for Women 16
Best Budget Friendly Bikini Trimmer
Clio
Palmperfect Bikini Trimmer 17
Best Bikini Trimmer For A Full Body Shave
Wahl
Pure Confidence Rechargeable Electric Razor 18
Best Bikini Trimmer For A Close Shave
Schick
Hydro Silk 5 TrimStyle Razor 19
Best Bikini Trimmer For Precision
Philips Beauty
BikiniPerfect Trimmer Kit
Are bikini trimmers safe to use?
“Bikini trimming is not as easy as it looks,” says Dr. Lal. “I often see patients for razor bumps, burns, hyperpigmentation, and even scarring.” But that doesn’t mean they’re not safe to use—it just means that prep is very important.
How should you use a bikini trimmer?
“I always recommend using an antibacterial cleanser such as benzoyl peroxide or chlorhexidine before trimming to prevent skin infections and irritation,” says Dr. Lal. “I recommend trimming with the grain of the hair and not against it. The hair in this location is curly and kinky, and if you trim against the hair grain, the hairs can grow into the skin and cause bumps and irritation.”
How should you treat your skin after trimming?
“Moisturize after shaving to keep the skin moist and reduce post-trimming irritation and dryness,” advises Dr. Lal. “Beware of heavily scented lotions which may further burn and irritate the dry skin after trimming.”
Dr. Karan Lal is a board-certified and celebrity dermatologist. He is currently the Director of Pediatric Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery at Affiliated Dermatology in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Nerisha Penrose is the Beauty Commerce Editor at ELLE.com. Since joining ELLE.com in 2017, she has interviewed countless skincare professionals and has personally tested the latest and greatest products across makeup, skincare, and hair care.
Tatjana Freund is ELLE’s Beauty E-Commerce Writer. She has interviewed countless skincare professionals and has the smallest baby pores you’ve ever seen.
Sam Peters is a seasoned commerce writer and editor with over five years of experience covering fashion, beauty, and lifestyle topics.
As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, ELLE.com editors and contributors spoke with a dermatologist about the benefits of bikini trimmers and how to safely use them. These authors also poured over reviews for dozens of top-rated bikini trimmers, evaluating each on their features offered and customer feedback.
Rebecca Dancer Rebecca has worked in print and digital media for more than seven years. Tatjana Freund Beauty Commerce Writer Tatjana Freund is a Beauty Commerce Writer, covering makeup, skincare, and haircare products and trends. Nerisha Penrose Beauty Commerce Editor Nerisha is the beauty commerce editor at ELLE.com, covering all things beauty (and fashion and music).
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