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19 Top-Rated Bikini Trimmers You Need for Smooth Skin

Tools that get the job done.

By Rebecca Dancer, Tatjana Freund, Nerisha Penrose and Sam Peters
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John Lamb

The hunt for the best bikini trimmer is like trying to find the perfect mother-in-law. If you get a bad one, there can be serious consequences. Lucky for you, we’ve made it easy to choose the right bikini trimmer (as for finding the right MIL, that’s between you and a therapist). There’s so much conflicting advice about removing body hair. Is shaving with a traditional razor an underrated classic? Should you be wary of ingrown hairs? Is laser hair removal the wave of the future or will you end up with scarring? Waxing: friend or foe? And if the hairy area in question is located in your nether regions, the advice only gets more confusing.

In times of desperation, it may be easy to put a handy ol’ disposable razor to your private area. Stop! Before you book a wax or potentially cause unwanted ingrown hairs, consider investing in a bikini trimmer. “Bikini trimmers are great for patients with sensitive skin and are a great alternative to shaving and chemical depilatory agents,” says dermatologist Dr. Karan Lal. If your skin is sensitive and you want to be as safe as possible, “I usually recommend also using a spacer to avoid a super close trim, which can lead to inadvertent cuts,” he says.

Our top picks for bikini trimmers in 2023

  • 1
    GirlBomb Binkinibomb Trim & Shave Set

    Best for a Close Shave

    Conair GirlBomb Binkinibomb Trim & Shave Set

    $40 at Ulta Beauty
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  • 2
    BikiniGenie Cordless Bikini Trimmer

    Best Overall Bikini Trimmer

    Philips Beauty BikiniGenie Cordless Bikini Trimmer

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  • 3
    Venus Gentle Trimmer for Pubic Hair & Skin

    Best Bikini Trimmer for Sensitive Skin

    Gillette Venus Gentle Trimmer for Pubic Hair & Skin

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  • 4
    Smooth & Silky Body & Bikini Kit

    Best Complete Kit Bikini Trimmer

    Remington Smooth & Silky Body & Bikini Kit

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  • 5
    The Trimmer

    Best Bikini Trimmer for Beginners

    Meridian The Trimmer

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While they’re not exactly designed to remove all of your hair, trimmers get pretty damn close. If you’re ready to try a new form of hair removal, here are 19 bikini trimmers with incredible ratings and reviews.

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Best for a Close Shave

Conair GirlBomb Binkinibomb Trim & Shave Set

GirlBomb Binkinibomb Trim & Shave Set
1
Best for a Close Shave

Conair GirlBomb Binkinibomb Trim & Shave Set

$40 at Ulta Beauty
Pros
  • Reduces ingrown hairs
Cons
  • Sharp blades can cut

Whether you want a slight trim or a close shave, this set from Conair has all the attachments you need in a nifty set. This trimmer uses sharp, Japanese stainless steel blades, which means a closer shave with less abrasion.

Ulta rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Ulta reviewer says: “I love this trimmer and shave set. I use it every day and I get no ingrown hairs anymore. I love how it has two attachments and I can get a super close shave. The battery also lasts a long time, so I can travel with it.”

AttachmentsTrimmer, guide comb, shaver attachment
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Best Overall Bikini Trimmer

Philips Beauty BikiniGenie Cordless Bikini Trimmer

Amazon’s Choice
BikiniGenie Cordless Bikini Trimmer
2
Best Overall Bikini Trimmer

Philips Beauty BikiniGenie Cordless Bikini Trimmer

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Pros
  • Can be used on wet skin
Cons
  • May need a few passes for thicker hairs

With over 10,000 reviews and a 4.7-star rating, this is one of Amazon’s most popular bikini trimmers. It’s designed to be used both in and out of the shower and comes with three attachments for trimming hair to various lengths.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “It’s cordless, comes with a couple [of] razor sizes, easily fits into your hand, and can be used wet or dry. I absolutely LOVE this product! I’ve had mine for two years now, and it’s just starting to dull. It works great for all types of hair. It also is a great winter razor for us who don’t like shaving during the winter months. I’ll be rebuying this product.”

AttachmentsShaver head, trimmer, two comb guides
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Best Bikini Trimmer for Sensitive Skin

Gillette Venus Gentle Trimmer for Pubic Hair & Skin

Venus Gentle Trimmer for Pubic Hair & Skin
3
Best Bikini Trimmer for Sensitive Skin

Gillette Venus Gentle Trimmer for Pubic Hair & Skin

Pros
  • Gets a close shave
Cons
  • May need multiple passes

Known for its cult-loved razors, Gillette also makes a top-rated bikini trimmer. This waterproof version is designed to gently remove thick hair without tugging or pulling and comes with a removable guard to help protect against nicks. When it’s time to clean the device, the head also pops open for easy maintenance.

Ulta rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Ulta reviewer says: “I got this to get a closer shave and to hopefully prevent razor burn. This thing works great! I no longer have to worry about razor bumps when I’m wearing a bathing suit. I love this little device. Highly recommend.”

AttachmentsTrimmer, comb
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Best Complete Kit Bikini Trimmer

Remington Smooth & Silky Body & Bikini Kit

Amazon’s Choice
Smooth & Silky Body & Bikini Kit
4
Best Complete Kit Bikini Trimmer

Remington Smooth & Silky Body & Bikini Kit

Now 23% Off
Pros
  • Comes with a buffing tool
Cons
  • May need a few passes

This Remington style includes a trimmer head, an angled foil shaver to help you get closer to the root of hairs, and an adjustable guide to trim up to four lengths. To help prep the skin, it also has an attachable exfoliating brush.

Amazon rating: 4.2/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “Cute and perfect size, love that it has a little bag to store it with. The guard and attachments are great; the bikini head especially is perfectly shaped and didn’t leave a single nick! Easiest shave ever.”

AttachmentsTrimmer, shaver, exfoliating brush, guide
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Best Bikini Trimmer for Beginners

Meridian The Trimmer

The Trimmer
5
Best Bikini Trimmer for Beginners

Meridian The Trimmer

Pros
  • Good battery life
Cons
  • Pricey

No matter your experience level with trimmers, this versatile model should have you covered. It comes with a replaceable ceramic blade and two adjustable attachments to ease you into the process. According to the brand, it’s even gentle enough to be used on the face (just make sure to properly sanitize it first). Other perks include a waterproof build and up to 90 minutes of battery life.

Meridian rating: 4.5/5 stars

A Meridian reviewer says: “Love this thing. It’s so much better than shaving—[it] saves a lot of time in the shower and doesn’t leave me with nicks or razor bumps. Highly recommend.”

AttachmentsTwo guide combs
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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Gentle Shave

Panasonic Women's Electric Bikini Trimmer

Women's Electric Bikini Trimmer
6
Best Bikini Trimmer for a Gentle Shave

Panasonic Women's Electric Bikini Trimmer

Pros
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Not rechargeable

Offering a rounded, angled attachment and five trim settings, this compact, battery-operated style is made to work for all hair types and even those with sensitive skin. Additionally, it should be safe to use in the shower and comes with a cleaning brush.

Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I FREAKING LOVE THIS THING. Seriously...it couldn’t be easier to use. There are three pieces. It came in a box. You will need to supply your own AA batteries (two of them), and that’s it. The guard is good if you want to use it, but it wasn’t scary using it without the guard, either. The cleaning brush works well. All in all, this was affordable, easy to use, does the job, and does it well.”

AttachmentsGuide comb
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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Full Body Shave

Wahl Pure Confidence Rechargeable Electric Razor

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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Full Body Shave

Wahl Pure Confidence Rechargeable Electric Razor

Pros
  • Comes with attachments for shaving different body parts
Cons
  • May need multiple passes

Customization is the name of the game with this model, which includes a trimmer and shaver head for the bikini area and a five-position length guide for bulk reduction, outlining, and trimming. Moreover, you get a special head for trimming facial hair and eyebrows.

Amazon rating: 4.2/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I love it! It is easy and comfortable to hold, and you can use it in the shower. Charging is easy and it really cuts painlessly and precisely. I’d buy it again if someone took mine! It’s definitely worth the money.”

AttachmentsBikini, underarm, and face trimmers
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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Splurge

Fur Fur Trimmer

Fur Trimmer
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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Splurge

Fur Fur Trimmer

Pros
  • Rechargeable
Cons
  • Pricey

Fur specializes in skincare products to soften coarse hair and treat ingrown hairs. If the latter is a major concern, consider reaching for the brand’s cordless bikini trimmer. The key to its design is a triple-blade system that offers a close shave. Moreover, it’s built to be water-resistant and features three attachments for length variety.

Rating: 4.1/5 stars

A reviewer says: “This is the best trimmer I’ve ever used. I love the guards that let you customize the length you can trim, too. It works so well, and it’s great that it can be used in the shower.”

AttachmentsComb guides
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Best Electric Bikini Trimmer

Manscaped Electric Groin Hair Trimmer

Amazon’s Choice
Electric Groin Hair Trimmer
9
Best Electric Bikini Trimmer

Manscaped Electric Groin Hair Trimmer

Credit: Courtesy
Pros
  • User-friendly
Cons
  • Pricey

Although this trimmer is technically designed for men, some female reviewers say they use it—mentioning that it offers a close shave without nicking or irritating sensitive skin. The waterproof design has replaceable ceramic blades, an adjustable guide with two settings, and an LED light to help you better see what you’re doing. Plus, it’s rechargeable and comes with a cleaning brush.

Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “Literally a woman who bought it for my own use. I’m sick of women’s razors leaving bumps and ingrowns. I bought the Lawn Mower for my boyfriend a few years back, and he still loves his. As a woman, save yourself the hassle and buy a man’s groin trimmer. For men, y’all got yourself a good thing.”

AttachmentsGuide comb
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10
Best Bikini Trimmer for Coarse Hair

Panasonic Close Curves Electric Shaver

Amazon’s Choice
Close Curves Electric Shaver
10
Best Bikini Trimmer for Coarse Hair

Panasonic Close Curves Electric Shaver

Pros
  • Good for sensitive skin
Cons
  • Battery life

Also from Panasonic, this four-blade electric razor is praised by customers for working wonders on coarse hair. Shoppers say the stainless steel blades get close to the skin without causing irritation and that the pop-up trimmer design is easy to maneuver around curves. Moreover, the tool has a dual foil shaver and includes a bikini attachment in case you want to trim to an alternate length. Also, it’s made to be used dry or wet in the shower.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I love this shaver. I have thick, coarse hair, and this thing gives me the best shave ever! I always accidentally nick myself with razors every time I shave (seriously, I never fail to cut myself!), but this shaver never cuts or scratches me. It also does a really good job with my armpit hair. Definitely recommend.”

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Best Battery Life Bikini Trimmer

Bushbalm Body & Bikini Trimmer

Body & Bikini Trimmer
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Best Battery Life Bikini Trimmer

Bushbalm Body & Bikini Trimmer

Pros
  • Can be used in shower
Cons
  • Pricey

In addition to featuring an adjustable guard for achieving three different lengths, Bushbalm’s waterproof trimmer is built to offer up to five hours of battery life on a single charge. It also comes with a cleaning brush and lubricant to tidy the device.

Bushbalm rating: 4.9/5 stars

A Bushbalm reviewer says: “Love it! I love how soft the texture of my hair is after using this—very easy to use and safe. I used it dry, but I’ll try it in the shower next time.”

AttachmentsGuide comb
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Best Bikini Trimmer for Precision

Philips Beauty BikiniPerfect Trimmer Kit

BikiniPerfect Trimmer Kit
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Best Bikini Trimmer for Precision

Philips Beauty BikiniPerfect Trimmer Kit

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Pros
  • Small enough to get close shave
Cons
  • May need a few passes for thicker hairs

Philips’ BikiniPerfect trimmer has over 10,000 reviews and a 4.3-star rating on Amazon, making it another popular style. Designed for wet or dry use, it comes with three attachments and a travel bag and should offer up to 60 minutes of run time before it needs to be recharged.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “It’s great for getting those hard-to-reach areas, and it doesn’t leave ugly red blotches behind or your skin feeling itchy afterwards (at least it didn’t for me). I love this trimmer, and it’s the only one I’ll ever buy.”

AttachmentsGuide comb, trimmer, shaver
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Best Multipurpose Bikini Trimmer

brori Electric Razor for Women

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Best Multipurpose Bikini Trimmer

brori Electric Razor for Women

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Pros
  • Built-in LED light
  • Three-blade design
Cons
  • May need multiple passes

Briori’s electric trimmer is specially designed to target hair on multiple body areas. There’s a curved blade for trimming hair on hard-to-reach areas like the groin and underarms, as well as a straight blade for use on arms and legs and a foil for shaving any residual hairs along the way. The device is rechargeable and includes an LED light for precision, too.

Amazon rating: 4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I am very happy with this electric razor. It’s much better quality than I expected it to be. It has two sides that can be used for trimming and then [a] middle section that is the close [shave] razor. There is also a light that lights up where you are shaving. It charges with a USB port.”

AttachmentsTrimmer
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14
Best Customizeable Device

Veet Sensitive Precision Beauty Styler

Sensitive Precision Beauty Styler
14
Best Customizeable Device

Veet Sensitive Precision Beauty Styler

Pros
  • Includes seven attachments
Cons
  • Doesn't achieve a very close shave

For a do-it-all tool that doesn’t break the bank, this hair-removal gadget from Veet does the trick. It has seven different attachments to make it easy to shape eyebrows, trim the bikini line, or remove underarm hair.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I really like this product! It makes it a lot easier and a lot less painful to shave.”

AttachmentsBikini trimmer, underarm trimmer, face trimmer, guide combs
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15
Best for Long Lasting Results

Braun Silk-epil 9 SensoSmart Epilator

Silk-epil 9 SensoSmart Epilator
15
Best for Long Lasting Results

Braun Silk-epil 9 SensoSmart Epilator

Pros
  • Hair takes longer to grow back
Cons
  • Can be painful

This epilator set from Baun can be used on even the most sensitive areas. Included are the epilator head, a trimmer, a shaver attachment, and an additional razor. You can use this device on dry skin or in the shower for a more comfortable experience.

Ulta rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Ulta reviewer says: “Easy to follow directions that don’t require a degree in rocket science and amazing results with super smooth & less irritated skin too!”

AttachmentsEpilator, shaver head, trimmer head, cleaning brush
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16
Best for All Hair Types

Marlowe. No. 145 Body Hair Trimmer

No. 145 Body Hair Trimmer
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Best for All Hair Types

Marlowe. No. 145 Body Hair Trimmer

Pros
  • Doesn't leave bumps on skin
Cons
  • Not many online reviews

You wouldn't think that a trimmer would be beautiful enough to sit on your top shelf, but this one from Marlowe certainly is. Whether you opt for the black or sand color, it expertly and comfortably removes hair without tugging.

Marlowe rating: 5/5 stars

A Marlowe reviewer says: “This trimmer is a 10 out of 10! The quality of [the] shave that I got is unmatched. As a Black man it is hard to shave with any type of razors, electric or not, due to our facial hair is curly. This razor left me with absolutely no bumps and had a smooth clean shave. Highly recommend. Get one ASAP.”

AttachmentsTwo comb lengths
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Best Compact Design Bikini Trimmer

Finishing Touch Flawless Bikini Shaver

Amazon’s Choice
Flawless Bikini Shaver
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Best Compact Design Bikini Trimmer

Finishing Touch Flawless Bikini Shaver

Pros
  • Travel-friendly
Cons
  • May need multiple passes

This compact, battery-operated razor has an angled head for getting into curves and a LED light for spotting errant hairs. As an added bonus, it has an extra trimming attachment and features stylish gold-plated details for a pretty accent to your toiletry bag.

Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “Easy to use. Light is convenient and helps get a clean shave. No nicks or cuts. [The] process was comfortable and easy.”

AttachmentsGuide comb
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Best Budget Friendly Bikini Trimmer

Clio Palmperfect Bikini Trimmer

Palmperfect Bikini Trimmer
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Best Budget Friendly Bikini Trimmer

Clio Palmperfect Bikini Trimmer

Pros
  • Good for quick touch-ups
Cons
  • May need multiple passes for thicker hair

Not looking to spend top dollar? Clio’s budget-friendly trimmer is a solid option. The battery-operated style has two blades with rounded edges for comfort and is palm-sized, so you can easily take it anywhere. Keep in mind, however, that this device isn’t waterproof.

Walmart rating: 3.7/5 stars

A Walmart reviewer says: “I really like this bikini trimmer. It comes with two safety clips for varying lengths. You can also use it without the safety clip. It is very powerful and easy to use. It only took a few minutes to shave my entire bikini line!”

AttachmentsGuide comb, two trimmers
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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Close Shave

Schick Hydro Silk 5 TrimStyle Razor

Hydro Silk 5 TrimStyle Razor
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Best Bikini Trimmer for a Close Shave

Schick Hydro Silk 5 TrimStyle Razor

Pros
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Trimmer may not last as long as other options

For the lady who likes options, Schick’s two-in-one device has a razor on one end and a trimmer with an adjustable guard on the other. Built to offer a super close shave, the five-blade razor features a water-activated serum to help prevent bumps and razor burn. Included in the kit is an extra razor head, too.

Target rating: 4.4/5 stars

A Target reviewer says: “I’m kicking myself for not getting this years ago. Not to be too graphic...but when I was reading reviews before I decided to buy it, what I really wanted to know was if it would work on thick, coarse hair, if it’s easier than trimming with scissors, and if it feels safer. The answer is YES, YES, and YES! I’m not worried about cutting myself, and I can trim really quickly. What would usually take me 15 minutes took me less than five.”

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Are bikini trimmers safe to use?

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“Bikini trimming is not as easy as it looks,” says Dr. Lal. “I often see patients for razor bumps, burns, hyperpigmentation, and even scarring.” But that doesn’t mean they’re not safe to use—it just means that prep is very important.

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Rebecca Dancer

Rebecca has worked in print and digital media for more than seven years. After graduating from the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, she moved across the country to pursue an internship at Condé Nast. Since then, she’s been fortunate to work at and contribute to various print and digital publications, including Byrdie, Allure, Brides, Teen Vogue, Beauty Independent, Shape, SELF, and Women's Wear Daily.

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Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor

Tatjana Freund is Hearst's Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor, covering beauty, fashion and more across multiple brands. Previously, she worked at ELLE.com and Marie Claire. She's a fan of whiskey neat, podcasts that give her nightmares, and one time Zoë Kravitz laughed at a joke she made. 

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Beauty Commerce Editor

Nerisha is the beauty commerce editor at ELLE.com, covering all things beauty (and fashion and music). She has a penchant for sneakers and nude lip glosses, and spends way too much time re-watching 90s sitcoms.

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