Direction of shave: Despite razors or trimmers claiming you can shave whichever way and not have any irritation, it truly is best to shave in the direction of your hair growth using short, small strokes.

Use the trimmer without a comb to style your beard edges and remove stray hairs. Some trimmers come with a detail trimmer attachment, which is designed to make this part of the task easier. Andis inCRED Cordless Li Clipper Set: Whether you’re just keeping your fade fresh between visits to the barber or you’ve fully adopted the post-pandemic DIY haircut lifestyle, this trimmer kit is designed specifically for at-home use. It’s similar to the ones professionals use, but lightweight and designed for smaller hands, still with an adjustable blade and easy-to-change length comes. The kit comes with 10 different length comes and a variety of other goodies to make home cutting a breeze. Use it corded or cordless with two hours of battery life per charge. If you’re a shower shaver or frequently travel, a strong battery life should be one of your top considerations for a waterproof trimmer. The most common battery life you’ll find with most products is up to an hour, though a handful of trimmers can provide you with up to five hours on a full charge. While it won’t be important to everyone, a strong battery can make or break your overall shaving experience. Additional Accessories We liked: Broad collection of grooming attachments | Decent battery life | Included 3-year guarantee 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.

There's nothing worse than needing to freshen up to find your trimmer is out of juice. We charge each trimmer, from empty, for five minutes and time how long it runs for. Look for a trimmer that offers a wide range of length settings. This allows you to customise your beard style and easily achieve your desired length. Most trimmers come with attachable combs that can range in size from 0.2mm to 30mm; others have adjustable combs built in that you can switch up with a wheel or a touchscreen. Blade Quality

Accessories: 1 x hair trimmer, 1 x detail trimmer, 1 x body groomer, 1 x nose and ear hair trimmer, 6 x guide combs, 1 x USB connection, 1 x instruction, 1 x accessory storage bag, 1 x cleaning brush Pound for pound the best body hair trimmer on the market right now, the Lawn Mower 4.0 – yes it is really called that, and no it isn't actually a gardening tool – is purpose-built to eliminate every hair on your body with comfortable confidence. If you’re in need of a trimmer for your travels, then this really is a killer choice. You can easily squeeze it into a wash bag, it's well-honed for holiday touch-ups, and it handles well despite its diminutive size. Just be sure to take its charger with you as well, you'll get 45 minutes of usage before needing to top the thing up again. Sadly, the charging cable is a proprietary affair, so be sure not to lose it. Replacement heads are available for when the original loses its lustre. The versatility of this cordless hair trimmer makes it a favorite of hairstylist Vaughn Acord. “The performance—namely the speed and sharpness—is unparalleled,” he says. Since he moves around a lot, the fact that it’s a cordless hair clipper is a huge plus for him and a bonus for anyone using it at home. “If you’re trimming or cutting at home, it allows you to move without limitation which is imperative for getting an even cut,” he says.

If you’re doing this yourself, stand up. You’ll need to be comfortable, but also be able to lean into the mirror to inspect the details. Don’t try to do this while sitting in a chair. With a marathon-length 90 minutes of battery, you can also really take your time to perfect the look. The best bit? It has its own stand that has room for all your gear in one place, reducing the chances of you losing combs to the depths of the bathroom cupboard.

Some consider the Andis Master the greatest hair clipper ever,” says Pedro Rosario, Master Barber for AXE Hair. “They’re powerful, durable, and with proper maintenance (like cleaning and oiling) can last a lifetime.” Lately, he’s cutting the cord and loves the new cordless version of this old faithful.

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Accessories: 1 x handle, 1 x 14-length comb, 1 x extra stainless steel Replacement Blade Head, 1 x Skin Guard, 1 x Body Comb, LED Display, Charging Stand, and Travel Case I’ll just exfoliate in the shower, rinse, then lather up a moisturizing, fragrance-free shaving cream and run the trimmer along my bikini line while still in the shower. I also make sure to avoid going over each area too many times to reduce irritation as much as I possibly can. Then, afterward, I’ll pat my skin dry and always smooth on a gentle body lotion to keep my skin soft and smooth. From its high-speed rotary motor and quality blades to its timeless metallic look, these clippers rank first in its class and are treasured by a generation of barbers.

Next, conditioning is essential for long beards. Apply a high-quality beard conditioner or beard oil to moisturise and soften your facial hair. This helps prevent dryness, reduces frizz, and promotes healthy growth. Consider when you will be using your trimmer. If portability for travel is a priority, opting for a compact size would be wise. Ergonomics According to Craig Meggs, barber at Ruffians, the most important things to look for in a new trimmer are manoeuvrability, adjustability and, of course, price. ‘Beard trimmers vary in size and durability,’ he explains. ‘It’s best to go for smaller, lighter- weight beard trimmers that come with a cordless rechargeable option, which will help both speed and accuracy.’ Adjustable Length Settings

Care to use after your shower shave

For what purpose are you buying a trimmer? Whether you are a man or woman, removing unwanted hair from your body is part of regular grooming. You can find myriad options like- clippers, shavers, body groomers, hair clippers, hair trimmer, face razor, epilators, beard trimmer, eyebrow trimmers, bikini trimmer and more. Above all, you want your waterproof trimmer to be made of strong, durable materials built to stand the test of time. Stainless steel blades are some of the toughest and most common options out there for beard and hair clippers. And if your budget supports it, aluminum is another super durable material used for the bodies of some higher-end trimmers. Battery Life It runs on a lithium-ion battery that promises 5 hours of runtime once it is fully charged. In case you run out of power, the trimmer can be used while plugged in as well.