I was blessed with thick hair—in my pubic region, that is (scalp, not so much). This led me on a years-long quest to find the best bikini trimmers for this sensitive area. And trimming is important—not just in the warmer months of the year. In fact, dermatologists recommend
Below, I’ll share my holy-grail pick, along with others worth trying—each reviewed by a Glamour contributor—to assess attachments, features, price points, and effectiveness. I also spoke to dermatologists to answer some of the most common questions about bikini trimming. The Meridian body hair trimmer continues to be my hands-down favorite. It’s intuitive, works on wet or dry skin, is versatile enough to work as a bikini trimmer and a beard trimmer, lasts a long time on a single charge, and costs just $50. PS: Pair them with a good bikini-line exfoliator to stay ingrown-free.
The best bikini trimmers, at a glance
Panasonic ES-WR50-P Portable Pen Trimmer
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Best Overall: Meridian The Trimmer Original
Original video of Malia Griggs testing Meridian Trimmer
- What we love: Can be used all over the body wet or dry; achieves a super-close shave; built-in light; ergonomic grip
- Worth considering: Tips easily out of charging dock; battery not as long-lasting as other models
Welcome to my campaign to convert everyone into Meridian electric trimmer fans. You can use it pretty much everywhere—bikini line, beard, balls, armpits—and it does the job without ever nicking your skin, which is crucial, especially for sensitive areas. The ceramic blades stay sharper longer than steel and don’t rust.
- Attachments: 2 guide combs
- Battery: USB-rechargeable
- Run time: 90 minutes
- Waterproof: Yes
Testing notes from Glamour commerce editor, Malia Griggs
“I can easily shift between different length options, whether I want to even out my hair, buzz it, or basically shave it down to the skin sans razor (not all bikini trimmers can achieve such a close shave). I love that it’s waterproof, so I can take it in the shower, and the travel lock keeps it from accidentally flipping inside my toiletry bag. It’s sturdy enough to handle even coarse, curly pubes, and I feel totally comfortable using it all over my bikini region without it ever cutting or irritating my skin. It takes only a minute or two to achieve a full ‘haircut.’ At $50, the Meridian trimmer stands out as one of my top recommendations when people ask about my all-time favorite picks as a shopping editor,” says Glamour commerce editor, Malia Griggs.
Best Budget: Palmperfect Bikini Trimmer
Original video of Malia Griggs testing Palmperfect trimmer
- What we love: Can be used on wet or dry skin; sleek and compact for travel; slender enough head for the bikini line; only $10
- Worth considering: Tough to remove hair buildup in blades; batteries not included
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