A complete guide to all-in-one beard and body trimmers

Benefits of an all-in-one trimmer for men

A major perk of all-in-one men’s beard trimmer kits is you only need one grooming tool in your bathroom. Rather than switching between several different devices, you have a single go-to trimmer for beard and hair removal. This is brilliant for:

• Saving space in your bathroom and avoiding clutter
• Saving luggage space when on-the-go
• Reducing waste from multiple devices and blades
• Creating a more cost-effective grooming routine
• Switching quickly between areas of body hair using interchangeable attachments

To see the most benefits from your device, be sure to choose a tool that can trim a lot of different types of hair.

The Philips All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series, for instance, is a 20-in-1 trimmer, tackling hair removal from head to toe. With a variety of different attachments and 27 length settings (ranging from 0.2mm to 20mm), you can trim your hair exactly as you want it across your body without needing to switch devices. The Trimmer 9000 Series also comes with the innovative Philips OneBlade, which is ideal for switching between trimming and shaving.

For a true all-in-one beard and body trimmer, it’s an excellent choice that’ll slot neatly into both your bathroom and travel bag.

What to look for in an all-in-one hair trimmer?

Whether you’re on the hunt for an all-in-one beard trimmer or a handy beard and ball trimmer, look out for these must-have features:

• Number of attachments: You need a range of attachments to ensure you can always achieve the look you want. The Philips All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series attachments mean it’s suitable for everything, transforming from hair clippers to a men’s beard and nose trimmer in seconds, so that you can easily trim every inch of your body (including intimate areas).
• Length settings: When trimming your beard, you might not want it to be the same length as your head hair or snail trail. Look for a device with plenty of different length settings that increase in small increments. The Philips All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series moves in increments of 0.2mm for precise grooming.
• Battery life: If one tool does it all, it needs the power to last for full body hair removal. The Philips All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series delivers up to 120 minutes of runtime, and has a 5-minute quick charge option so that you’re never inconvenienced.*
• Ease of use: An ergonomic design can speed up your hair removal routine. This is particularly important if you have sensitive skin, where a quicker shave has been found to reduce irritation.¹ Use your All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series’ extra-wide 41mm stainless steel clipper to cut hair 30% faster**.
• Waterproofness: Switch between dry and wet hair removal with a waterproof beard and body trimmer. Go from trimming your beard in the mirror to shaving your body in the shower with ease.

How to use an all-in-one trimmer

Your all-in-one trimmer should be able to trim or remove any hair on your body, including:

• Head hair
• Beard hair
• Body hair (including your back, chest, arms, legs, and intimate areas)

When switching between areas of your body, make sure you change to the right attachment. Intimate areas, for instance, will need a gentler trimmer attachment, like the All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series’ body blade. This features gently rounded tips to reduce irritation for a smooth, precise trim.

Regardless of where you’re using it, follow these tips to make the most of your all-in-one trimmer:

1. Trim from long to short: If you’re starting with longer hair (such as your beard hair), begin with a longer length setting and work your way towards a shorter one. It's much easier to remove more hair than it is to put it back!
2. Move with the direction of hair growth: This is especially important to reduce irritation in sensitive areas.
3. Use slow, steady strokes: Avoid rushing, focusing on smooth and effective strokes so that you don’t have to go over the same area multiple times.
4. Define your edges: Switch to your precision OneBlade to tidy your edges for a sharper finish.
5. Clean your trimmer after use: Remove trapped hairs and rinse your washable attachments.

Read our guide on how to cut your own hair for plenty more tips and tricks.

Beard and body trimmer FAQS

What’s the best beard and hair trimmer?

The best men’s hair and beard trimmer for all-in-one grooming is a device with multiple attachments and length settings, like the Philips All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series. This allows you to tackle each area of hair in a way that suits both your style and your skin. You should also look for a device that has a long battery life, allowing you to work from top to toe without needing a recharge.

What’s the difference between a trimmer and a clipper?

Your men’s beard trimmer kit will come with a clipper, which is wider than the normal trimmer attachments for more substantial hair removal. This makes it ideal for your head hair. Trimmers, on the other hand, are better suited to body and beard hair, where you’re cutting closer to the skin and need precision grooming. Switch between the two for an all-in-one hair trimmer.

From your head to your toes, the best hair and beard trimmer does it all. Be sure to invest wisely in your all-in-one grooming tool, choosing a device that’s versatile and durable, like the Philips All-in-One Trimmer 9000 Series.

*Based on 2.3 times trimming facial hair per week, each session on av. 11.5 minutes

**Compared to the Philips All-in-One trimmer without the 41 mm cutting element

Sources

¹Insights Into Shaving and Its Impact on Skin: Insights Into Shaving and Its Impact on Skin, ResearchGate