Our 6 Favorite Body Hair Trimmers for Men

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This is its peak form.Discovering Meridian was a bit of a revelation for me. The brand is dedicated for making the best, slimmest, and most ergonomic pubic hair trimmers for anyone—man, woman, anyone. The Meridian Slimmer Trimmer genuinely makes it so easy to shave below the belt. It’s small and maneuverable and the LED light makes it easy to see exactly what you’re doing. You can go ahead and use this to trim other parts (your legs, stomach, chest) and it will work fine. But there’s something I love about having a dedicated trimmer to that area that I don’t have to worry about using anywhere else. Plus, it’s affordable and doesn’t take up much space to boot.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis certainly the most uniquely shaped trimmer on this list, but that gives it an edge the others simply don’t have. Panasonic's signature body groomer has a V-shaped head that is is unlike any other I’ve tried. Since the blade is positioned vertically, instead of horizontally like other trimmers, it’s able to be more nimble and can reach into smaller nooks and crannies that others have a much harder time reaching. It takes a bit of getting used to, especially figuring out the best way to hold it (kind of like a hairbrush), but that learning curve goes fast once you start the process.The adjustable comb attachment allows you to customize the length of hair anywhere on your body and the powerful blades power through thick and coarse hair easily. Plus, its sure grip means it'll be hard to slip up when you're handling anything even remotely close to your private parts, so you can shave with a steady hand (and a regular heartbeat).Here’s another one I use regularly for everything from my neck hairs to stray beard hairs. I’ve been using the Philips OneBlade 360 for years and have come to believe it is one of the most essential grooming tools on the market because you can use it just about anywhere. For such a small device, it’s incredibly powerful at cutting through hair and can cut almost as close as a traditional razor. The innovative rotating blade is nimble and versatile, allowing you to get details and hard-to-reach areas you couldn’t before. The handle is shaped more like a razor, so if you’re not used to a bulky trimmer, this is a great option. The blade cuts close, closer to a shave than most trimmers that don’t go down to the skin. This “body” version comes with a variety of length combs so tailoring the length of hair to different places on your body (including your beard) is a breeze. Perhaps best of all, it’s small and lightweight for hassle-free trimming on the go.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowFor something a bit more... comprehensive, turn to Braun. The grooming aficionados present this multi-grooming kit, including everything you could ever need when it comes to giving your body hair a long-overdue upgrade. Among other things, the kit comes with four different combs and an adjustable dial, covering over a dozen precision lengths, and a specific trimmer attachment for almost every body part you have capable of growing hair. Plus, it's fully washable, which makes it super easy to clean and means you can use it in the shower if that's more your thing.The best is the foil shaving attachment. Most trimmers, including this one, won’t give you a completely close shave even when you use the blade itself (this is by design and the nature of trimmer blades), but if you like a smooth finish, then the foil shaver attachment is going to give that to you. And if that foil shaver doesn’t give you the smooth results you want, this kit also includes a cartridge razor to use how you please. It’s a thoughtful addition to an already well-thought-out device.This is another great body groomer that can switch between a trimmer head and a flexible shaver head. It’s got everything you need for everywhere you need it. Ignore the fact that it says “body & balls” in large font on the box (although feel free to shave or trim your balls with this one too), and focus your attention on the back shaving attachment. This is the one place where I always need help to get a clean shave. With this body groomer, I can just pop on the folding back attachment and finally do it myself. Heaven is a place with a freshly shaven upper back.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowWhat to ConsiderThere are a lot of body groomers out there, but obviously not all of them are created equal. When trying to decide what body trimmer is right for you, here is what to consider.Attachments: Trimmers are designed to trim your body hair at a variety of lengths. Generally, a trimmer is not going to completely shave your hair, even if you use the blade directly on your skin without any attachment. They’re designed to leave a little bit of stubble behind (part of that is for safety on sensitive areas and part of that is how trimmer blades are designed). Depending on how long or short you like your body hair, you’ll likely use a length attachment loaded onto the trimmer to achieve it. If you like all your body hair to be the same length, you’ll only need one or two attachments, but if you like to switch it up or customize your look, you should look for one that comes with a variety of guards. Many will also offer other attachments to use in place of the trimmer blade, like foil shavers and more, which are very handy if you want a more customized look.Wet/Dry: Usually you use a trimmer on dry skin and hair, but some guys like to use them in the shower to make cleanup easier. If you’re an in-shower groomer, you’ll definitely want to look for a trimmer that can be used both wet and dry. Wet/dry capabilities meaning it’s at the bare minimum water resistant (and in some cases completely waterproof) so you won’t damage the device if you use it in the shower. Another benefit to a wet/dry trimmer, even if you’re not a shower trimmer, is that they’re typically easier to clean because you can just run them under a running faucet.Features: Most features you find in body groomers are designed to make the shaving experience easier. We’re talking about things like LED spotlights to help illuminate dark, hard to see areas, ergonomic no-slip designs, technology to make blades gentler on skin, travel locks and more. Most of these are great to have and actually do make the trimming experience more comfortable, but how good a trimmer is ultimately always comes down to one thing: how well it trims your body hair. Features are always nice to have, but often not essential and can, in some cases, drive up the price of the device.Can You Use the Same Trimmer on Your Face and Body?You can, but it’s not recommended. Unless you clean the blade very well between uses, you run the risk of moving bacteria from one area to the other, particularly if you’re trimming or shaving an area like your groin where bacteria can grow easily (it’s the moisture). A good rule of thumb is to have one trimmer or shaver for your face and another for your body.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowCan You Trim in the Shower?Many guys like to trim or shave their body hair in the shower because it makes cleanup easier, and many groomers these days are designed to be used in both wet and dry settings. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with grooming in the shower with these tools.