Butler recommends this Wahl trimmer for anyone seeking a multi-use trimmer. The Wahl comes with a wide variety of attachments, including attachments for different beard lengths, a nose hair trimmer and an ear hair trimmer. Like the Andis trimmer, the Wahl trimmer should only be used on dry hair.
The Philips Norelco is a more all-in-one tool than the others on our lists. Butler recommends it as a solid option thanks to its waterproofing and versatility. Instead of dozens of attachments, this Philips Norelco has a built-in wheel that adjusts the blade attachment by a small degree. Butler likes a wheel-adjuster “when you want to taper the length in front of your ear so you can blend in with your hair.”
This is the beard trimmer I have used for over five years. Like the Philips Norelco All-In-One, it utilizes a built-in wheel to make small adjustments in length with whichever attachment you are using. This makes it easy to style short and medium length beards, especially around the ears and upper cheek. It comes with three attachments for short, medium and long beard lengths. It also features a hidden second trimmer on the back, which is great for smaller detailing. It is a dry-only trimmer, so it is not recommended for use in the shower.
Marinelli recommended a few different brands, including Bevel. The Bevel Pro is the brand’s most feature-rich, high-end beard trimmer and hair clipper, designed to be an all-in-one tool for all your trims, fades and details, according to the brand. It comes with five magnetic trimmer attachments, which can be used in combination with the built-in dial for extremely precise adjusting. It is pricier than the other options on our list.
Beard trimming is just one part of beard care. Keeping a neat and healthy beard involves a lot more than maintaining length. Our experts shared a few tips on how best to maintain your beard.
All of our experts mentioned combing as a crucial part of beard care. “The comb will allow you to smooth your beard out before trimming and allow the beard trimmer to glide through easier,” said Butler.
Combing is especially important for beards with tighter curls. “For tighter curls you will need to help the hair glide into the blade,” said Butler. “Combing through the hair with a regular comb will allow you to smooth it into place, which will make it easier for the trimmer to accept into the blade.”
As part of a healthy beard routine, our experts mentioned combing, trimming, washing daily (the American Academy of Dermatology says any gentle cleanser you would use on your face is fine), and using beard oils.
When it comes to washing, be sure to wash regularly, like you would your hair, and to “cleanse from the ends of the hair down to the face, especially if you have a longer beard,” according to Butler.
Beard oils and leave-in conditioners can be a good option for adding moisture to any kind of beard. “Beards are an extension of your face,” said Marinelli. “Manicure them the way you would anything else on your body.”
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