19 Top-Rated Bikini Trimmers You Need for Smooth Skin

“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.

“I always recommend using an antibacterial cleanser such as benzoyl peroxide or chlorhexidine before trimming to prevent skin infections and irritation,” says Dr. Lal. “I recommend trimming with the grain of the hair and not against it. The hair in this location is curly and kinky, and if you trim against the hair grain, the hairs can grow into the skin and cause bumps and irritation.”

“Moisturize after shaving to keep the skin moist and reduce post-trimming irritation and dryness,” advises Dr. Lal. “Beware of heavily scented lotions which may further burn and irritate the dry skin after trimming.”

Dr. Karan Lal is a board-certified and celebrity dermatologist. He is currently the Director of Pediatric Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery at Affiliated Dermatology in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Nerisha Penrose is the Beauty Commerce Editor at ELLE.com. Since joining ELLE.com in 2017, she has interviewed countless skincare professionals and has personally tested the latest and greatest products across makeup, skincare, and hair care.

Tatjana Freund is ELLE’s Beauty E-Commerce Writer. She has interviewed countless skincare professionals and has the smallest baby pores you’ve ever seen.

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As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, ELLE.com editors and contributors spoke with a dermatologist about the benefits of bikini trimmers and how to safely use them. These authors also poured over reviews for dozens of top-rated bikini trimmers, evaluating each on their features offered and customer feedback.