And while I could wax poetic about the battery forever, I ultimately mostly love how powerful this little trimmer is while still feeling gentle against my skin. I rarely use it with the guard on, but I love having it as an option when I want a slightly longer length between waxing appointments. And it’s fairly quiet, which is great when you’re sharing a hotel room, have roommates, nosy aunts in the room next door at Christmas—ya know. Precisely, all the reasons I gave this a Cosmo Holy Grail Beauty Award<3. As bikini trimmers cut the hairs, rather than pulling them out (waxing or epilating) or dissolving them (hair removal creams), there is a greater chance of getting ingrown hairs, which show as itchy red bumps where the hair is trapped under the skin. Gently exfoliating the skin before shaving can help prevent ingrown hairs, as can moisturising afterwards. To remove any ingrown hairs that crop up, apply a warm flannel to the area to encourage the hair out of the skin before using tweezers. What other features do bikini trimmers come with? This battery isn’t rechargeable, so you’ll need to replace it every few weeks/months depending on how much you use it. History and hair type: If your skin is sensitive, you have a history of being prone to ingrowns, or you have curly or coarse hair, your chance of developing them increases. Though there's nothing you can do about this factor, if you follow the below tips, your chances can significantly decrease.

Avoid repeatedly going over the same area with the trimmer. "This can increase irritation," says Dr. Elbuluk. Also, you'll want to avoid using a dull razor. Dermatologists recommend changing your razor every two to three weeks, depending on how often you shave.You can also get wet/dry bikini trimmers, designed to be used in the shower with soap and water. These are convenient for trimming in a hurry as you don’t need to stop and dry off after the shower before shaving. Wet-and-dry trimmers can also be cleaned under running water (although, as with dry-only electric trimmers they should not be submerged in water). How do I use trimmers safely? The precision trimmer glides effortlessly over the skin and trims hairs to less than 0.2mm for smooth, silky results. This innovative design is perfect for shaping and trimming delicate areas without pain or irritation. With a choice of two comfort combs (2mm and 4mm), you can also select the perfect length for your personal style. However you hold your trimmer, or whichever direction you trim, these clever combs will always trim to the same length for even results. The best way to prevent ingrown hairs when trimming your bikini area comes down to a few different things. Though a bikini trimmer is less likely to give you ingrown hairs, it's still best to always follow these practices; here, I break them down: Yes, but because the skin around the bikini area is more sensitive than the rest of the body, dermatologists say it's important to make sure you're prepping your skin before bikini hair removal, and caring for it correctly afterwards. Here's some advice on how to shave your bikini line safely from top dermatologists and the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab experts: Other optional features include rechargeable batteries and waterproof casing. For safety reasons, if you plan to use your trimmer in the shower be sure to choose one that is designed for this use. How we test bikini trimmers

It gets its name from the fact it has a pivoting head, which makes it easier to get into all your nooks and crannies, and it comes with five power levels so you can adjust the strength – whether you’re trimming the hair on your face, your legs or in between. Electric bikini trimmers tend to work best on dry skin (a little talcum powder will help the trimmer pass smoothly over bumps without catching the skin). Dry hairs will stand up better to allow the trimmer to cut closely, and dry hairs are easier to remove from the trimmer for effective cleaning. Getting rid of hair anywhere is a delicate process, specifically regarding your pubic area. But fear not, because that’s where the best bikini trimmers come into play. There are plenty of other hair removal options out there of course, but there seems to be a downside to each. Waxing? Get ready to wince a bit depending on your pain tolerance. Shaving? You’re basically welcoming ingrown hairs at this point. Hair-removal creams? Although they work well for other parts of your body, they’re probably not the best idea for your sensitive pubic area.This nifty little device is fitted with a rechargeable battery, with a quoted battery life of 60 minutes per charge, so you shouldn’t have to fiddle around with replacements. In our tests, this meant we could use this bikini trimmer once or twice a week for around three weeks before it needed charging again. Bold statement incoming: This single-blade razor gives me the softest skin of my life. How, you ask? Well, it uses one single, super-sharp blade—instead of a row of three or five like most razors—which creates less friction against your skin that can lead to irritation and missed spots. This gives an ultra-close shave, which is great to use once a month, then follow up with my electric bikini trimmer every week to keep my skin silky and hair-free. We also consider any extras included in the box, and evaluate the overall ease of use of the trimmer including ease of cleaning after use. It works in and out of the shower, so you can be flexible about when are where you use it, and the presence of its sealed, rechargeable battery means it’s washable rather than just wipe-clean.