'Tis the season of swimsuits. Which means it's also the season of bikini waxes. While bikini waxes last a decent amount of time, you don't need to book regular salon or spa appointments. Why? Because there are plenty of home tools that allow you to extend the time between waxing sessions.
That said, opting for bikini trimmers over regular wax sessions does come with an increased risk of cuts, ingrown hairs, razor bumps and even potential scarring. With the proper preparation, however, these risks can be greatly mitigated.
First up, if you have sensitive skin, use a spacer. No matter what always trim with the grain of the hair to prevent ingrown hairs. You'll also want to exfoliate before and moisturize after trimming.
With the housekeeping out of the way, here's a look at some of the best bikini trimmers around.
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This angled dry shaver is designed specifically for the bikini area and is great for on-the-go trimming. It fits in most purses and works pain-free to instantly remove hair. It even has a LED light to illuminate the area to help find unwanted hairs.
The brand's wet/dry trimmer offers round trimming teeth that reduce irritation. Two click-on combs let you trim hair to your desired length or you can use the trimming head without a comb for a closer trim.
This tool boasts a trimmer on one side and a razor on the other. So you can be hair-free from head to toe.
While it's designed for men, this tool can work for women as well. Especially those looking to trim very coarse hair.
