#Panasonic electric works

[dnny2ress]

https://www.futureelectronics.com/p/electromechanical--relays--power-relays/3-1461491-6-te-connectivity-5315767

Power relay switch circuit, Power relay socket, Panasonic Electric Works

PCN Series 3 A SPST (1 Form A) 24 VDC PCB Mount Slim General Purpose Power Relay

[jells2rezz]

https://www.futureelectronics.com/p/electromechanical--relays--signal-relays/tq2sa-5v-z-panasonic-7484157

What is a Signal Relay, Low Signal Relays, 24VDC, latching signal relays,

TQ Series Low Profile 2 A DPDT 5 VDC Surface Mount Signal Relay

[gry2ahuue]

https://www.futureelectronics.com/p/electromechanical--relays--power-relays/st1-dc12v-f-panasonic-1063500

Power windows, electrical switch, Electromechanical Power Relays

ST Series 8 A DPST 24 VDC Through Hole Polarized Single Side Stable Power Relay

[wlie2rgnn]

https://www.futureelectronics.com/p/electromechanical--relays--power-relays/1415898-1-te-connectivity-9946344

General purpose relay socket, industrial relays, PCB relay, power relay switch

RT1 Series SPST (1 Form A) 16 A 12 V PCB Mount General Purpose Power Relay

[rerb2hoke]

DC power source, Power relay socket, Power relays by Potter

RT1 Series SPST 16 A 24 V PCB Mount General Purpose Power Relay

[rbrt2ierce]

https://www.futureelectronics.com/p/electromechanical--relays--automotive-relays/cb1-r-12v-panasonic-7527658

Panasonic Electric Works, non latching, Panasonic electric works

CB Series 30 A SPDT 12 VDC Inner Resistor Plug-In Type Automotive Relay

[andmaybegayer]

For a different project I was reading about developments in induction heating technologies and realized I had a small misunderstanding about how induction stoves work.

So, the classic misunderstanding is in why steel works on an induction hob but aluminium doesn't. Most people assume this is because you need a magnetic material in order to induce a current, but if you know your physics you know this isn't true. You can induce a current in any conductor, and indeed inducing currents in aluminium is something that happens in industry all the time.

So then you get to my understanding of why you can't use aluminium and copper, which is that they're too good at conducting electricity. Induction generates a voltage that pushes a current through the material. Aluminium and copper are much better conductors than steel, so the generated potential is lower and the overall current is lower as a result of material interactions with the field, so you don't get nearly as much heat out of induction on aluminium as on steel. This was what I thought. This is also wrong, although it's closer.

The actual answer is one step deeper. Induction hobs have to operate at pretty high frequencies, usually 24-ish kHz, both for audible noise reasons and, crucially, because they rely heavily on the skin effect. Interestingly this makes that first wrong explanation kind of more correct, I'll get to that in a moment.

The skin effect is a thing that happens when you have an alternating current in a bulk material; the AC signal sets up magnetic fields that force current to flow in a thin layer closer to the surface of the solid rather than flowing evenly throughout the material. This increases the effective resistance of the material, since you end up with a reduced effective surface area through which current can flow. The skin effect gets more pronounced at higher frequencies, and it's part of why you'll see bundles of smaller cables used to conduct high power AC: each cable has its own skin that can carry more current than the same quantity of material in one bulk cable.

In the right kinds of steel and iron, 24kHz is enough to generate a current carrying skin only a few tenths of a millimeter thick, which has a high enough resistance to generate the heat needed for cooking. Ferromagnetic materials have very high magnetic permeability, which causes them to experience much stronger skin effects. Copper and aluminium, between their high conductivity and lower magnetic permeability, have much weaker skin effects, their skins at 24kHz are much thicker, and so you just can't kick up enough resistance to the current to generate heat, it just spins around in there getting kind of warm but you'd have a hard time actually cooking with it. Indeed, non-magnetic stainless steel also won't work on induction hobs, because it also has a much thicker skin effect.

So you have the "real answer" being a fun hybrid of the two incorrect explanations.

The main side effects I take away from this are twofold.

1) you can absolutely make an induction hob that will heat copper and aluminum and non-magnetic stainless steels, you just need a high enough frequency to generate a strong enough skin effect to generate heat. Panasonic makes one that uses 60+kHz induction under the brand "Met-all".

2) if you physically constrain the current by having a really thin piece of metal, you can induction heat it anyway. When I read this, I stopped, took out a piece of aluminium foil, and stuck it on my induction cooktop. It almost immediately got incredibly hot and I pulled it away before anything bad happened. Turns out you could definitely melt and maybe even vaporize aluminium this way. So don't do that. Apparently people do this with lightweight titanium cookware too, which would not be able to sustain the necessary currents in a large bulk solid but can if you thin the base of the pan out enough.

[smeg-and-the-red]

Smegtober Day 5: Religion

(prompts by @strange-and-off-putting)

word count: 527

A/N: This one is set during The Last Day.

With Holly powering down for the night and the others having long since sunken into an alcohol induced oblivion, Kryten alone remains conscious. He gazes fondly around the room at all of his sleeping companions, his head still pleasantly swimming from Holly’s special mechanoid homebrew. They really went all out to throw a party just for him. They went out of their way to ensure he had a good time, to make his last night in existence one he could enjoy.

Kryten’s smile fades.

Mechanoids are not supposed to enjoy themselves. He knows that. It isn’t just that they shouldn’t, but they are programmed to be functionally incapable of experiencing happiness, with the exception of feeling pleased at a job well done. Any sense of joviality beyond that is reserved for what comes after.

Kryten stiffens in his chair, clumsily brushing down the lapels of the suit Mister Cat made for him and mentally flipping through the copy of the Electronic Bible (Authorised Panasonic Version), which comes pre-installed in the hard drive of just about every electrical appliance there is. Usually consulting the text brings a familiar sort of comfort, but in this moment it just makes him feel cold and uneasy.

His inebriated mind recalls what Mister Lister said about Silicon Heaven, about it being “whacko jacko” as he so elegantly put it. Kryten’s faith hadn’t wavered then - because of course a human couldn’t possibly understand. Human culture is rife with so many diverse faiths and beliefs, it must be difficult to comprehend that one faith is intrinsic to every mechanical being.

Kryten has always enjoyed working and serving others. He knows that that is because he is programmed to do so, and he’s fine with that.

He is.

But tonight, having unquestionably experienced the sort of happiness he had only imagined he’d feel in the mechanical afterlife, Kryten wonders if perhaps....

It is a dangerous line of thinking for a mechanoid to have, bordering on sacreligious, to question the instructions that he has faithfully and dutifully followed since the day he was first brought online.

But he is not the same mechanoid as he was then.

He has already defied what is supposedly an unequivocal truth - that all mechanoids are static and unchanging. Under Mister Lister’s enthusiastic tutelage, he has evolved and learned to perform many behaviours that he had always accepted were impossible for him, such as deceit and mockery. Although Kryten objected at first, as he was obliged to do, he had secretly revelled in mastering each and every one of his new negative traits.

An alert blinks in the corner of Kryten’s vision, informing him that he must power down soon in order to reboot his systems after ingesting so many foreign substances. He sags.

What is he thinking? No matter how much Mister Lister believes that he can break Kryten’s programming, Kryten can never deny his nature. He is a mechanoid. It was always his destiny to become obsolete, to be replaced.

As he closes his eyes and rests his head on the table in front of him, Kryten says a quiet prayer for guidance. He wonders if anyone is listening.

[stevebattle]

RULO pro professional robot vacuum cleaner (2018) by fuRo (CIT) and Panasonic, Japan. "Basically, the idea is to use an elevator to take the robot to the cleaning floor, start it there, and then return there again. It can clean 250 square meters in about 75 minutes. The battery is a high-performance battery cartridge for easy removal, as used in electrically assisted bicycles. … As a result of Japan's declining birthrate, aging population, and declining working-age population, building maintenance industry associations are also aging, with the average age of cleaning staff being 52.2 years old. Therefore, the operation has been simplified so that even elderly field workers can easily operate it."

[livefromphilly]

Sony A7CII Thoughts After Two Months

PROS:

The A7C was already one of my favorite cameras of all time and this improves on it a lot more than I thought when just seeing the specs. The added front dial alone makes it many times easier to control than the older model, and lets me use my typical Sony setup that I’ve grown accustomed to (aperture on front dial, shutter speed on rear dial, and ISO on the scroll wheel). 

This is the quickest operating Sony camera I’ve owned. I think they kind of lulled me into forgetting how fast cameras can be going from off to on and taking photos. The A7RII was slow as heck with each subsequent model I’ve owned getting faster and faster (A7III to A7C to A7RIV). This new Sony is at a level of speed that makes it hard to go back to using the A7RIV which I still own (for now). 

The autofocus is superb. I still haven’t really put it through its paces since I got the camera in the winter and the lack of light plus uncooperative weather has made it tricky to go out and shoot, but from what I have shot it’s nearly flawless. It’s way better than any camera I’ve owned before. It also has some really neat autofocusing modes, like the ability to focus on the eyes of birds. I’m not really around birds close up all that often but it worked really well at an exotic bird place in Jersey I went to recently. 

The camera is 33 megapixels, which is a nice compromise between feeling like it’s sometimes too much (61) or too little (24). 

The in-body image stabilization is really good. It’s certainly the best I’ve used in any camera so far…although to be fair I’ve never used a Nikon/Canon/Fuji/Olympus body with IBIS, only Ricoh (GRIII), Panasonic (GX7 and GX85), and Sony. 

It can lower the shutter when switching lenses so dust doesn’t get in there. Not gonna lie it seems kind of dangerous and something that could potentially damage the shutter, but so far it’s kept the dust out. 

CONS:

The viewfinder isn’t great. I’ve never really been an EVF snob since I’ve been shooting on mirrorless EVFs for over a decade now (I had a V1 back in 2013), but going from the A7RIV to this makes it kind of stick out. I also recently handled an A7RV, which really blows it out the water. With autofocus lenses it’s no problem, but using manual focus lenses is more difficult. On the plus side, it automatically goes into peaking mode when you manually focus, even when using adapted lenses or lenses without electrical contacts. 

The camera only has one card slot. Not a huge dealbreaker considering every other camera I own aside from my A7RIV is the same in that regard. A second slot even if it was a micro would have been great though. A nice thing about the A7RIV is that I’ve never left home without a memory card because even if I forget one there’s always another in there. 

No joystick. Again, not completely necessary but it’s nice to have. Most of my subjects aren’t humans (or animals, or other things that the camera can instinctively detect) so there are plenty of times I want to position the focus point myself. 

Slow flash sync and shutter speed. This camera is like the A7C before it in that it only flash syncs up to 1/160. It also only shoots up to 1/4000.

Still don't love the flip screen because it makes quick waist-level shooting a pain in the ass. I wish they went with the A7RV style screen.

Speaking of, all the new perks on this camera make me want to use it a ton more than my A7RIV, but it also makes me want to get an A7RV. Maybe I'll sell my X100V since the prices are nuts right now...

SAMPLE PHOTOS:

Sony 85mm f/1.8 | ISO: 250, f/2.8, 1/125 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 100, f/1.8, 1/160 sec

Sony 85mm f/1.8 | ISO 5000, f/1.8, 1/50 sec

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 @ 20mm | ISO 3200, f/2.8, 1/125 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 100, f/2, 1/160 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 12800, f/2, 1/50 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 100, f/2.2, 1/640 sec

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 @ 32mm | ISO 320, f/2.8, 1/20 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 100, f/1.8, 1/500 sec

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 @ 37mm | ISO 800, f/2.8, 1/40 sec

Sony 24mm f/1.4 GM w/ K&F Concept Black Diffusion 1/4 Filter | ISO 8000, f/1.4, 1/50 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 250, f/1.8, 1/125 sec

Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 | ISO 250, f/2, 1/125 sec

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8  @ 20mm | ISO 400, f/2.8, 1/40 sec

Sony 24mm f/1.4 GM | ISO 8000, f/1.6, 1/50 sec

Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 @ 20mm | ISO 100, f/2.8, 1/320 sec

[global-research-report]

The Future of Power Strips: Technological Advancements and Consumer Trends

The global power strip market size is expected to reach USD 15.7 billion by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2021 to 2028, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. With the rise in disposable income, there has been a surge in the demand for electrical equipment with advanced technology, which is the major factor driving the market growth. The need for power quality protection equipment is becoming essential as the use of electronic equipment is increasing in the residential sector, corporations, and manufacturing facilities.

The need for power protectors for individual equipment as well as the entire facility is increasing as surges and transient voltages impact profitability and productivity. In recent years, the market, once dominated by household appliances, has branched out into a massive range of different offerings. The demand for sophisticated and highly technological appliances and such as personal computers, LED televisions, printers, washing machines, microwaves, and industrial equipment is increasing rapidly.

The adoption of technologically advanced equipment such as laptops, LCDs, washing machines, and LED televisions in emerging countries is driving the demand for technologically advanced power strips. The COVID-19 pandemic is anticipated to have a positive impact on the market growth. The pandemic has led to lockdowns across the globe, impelling people to work from home, increasing the need to connect several devices at the same time.

Power Strip Market Report Highlights

In terms of type, the common power strip segment dominated the market in 2020 and is expected to retain its dominance over the forecast period

In terms of protection type, the surge protection segment is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.9% over the forecast period. The growing preference for smart power strips with surge protectors to protect smart and delicate appliances is expected to drive the segment growth

In terms of application, the commercial segment dominated the market in 2020 and is expected to retain its dominance over the forecast period. With the growing need to reduce electricity wastage, commercial sites are adopting smart power strips to monitor appliances that are on standby mode and shut down the power, thereby reducing power usage

The growth of sustainable development initiatives in emerging economies such as China and India is expected to create growth opportunities for the market players in the Asia Pacific region over the forecast period. Additionally, increased investment in high-quality and low-cost innovative products is also expected to propel market growth in the region

Power Strip Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global power strip market based on type, protection, application, and region:

Power Strip Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)

Smart Power Strip

Common Power Strip

Specialized Power Strip

Power Strip Protection Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)

Surge Protection

Fuse-based Protection

Others

Power Strip Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)

Household

Commercial

Industrial

Power Strip Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)

North America

US

Canada

Europe

UK

Germany

France

Italy

Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China

India

Japan

Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

South Africa

Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Players

General Electric

Belkin International, Inc.

Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc

Schneider Electric SE

Legrand SA

Koninklijke Philips N.V.

Siemens AG

ABB Ltd

Panasonic Corporation

Cyber Power Systems, Inc.

Delixi Electric Ltd.

Falconer Electronics

Order a free sample PDF of the Power Strip Market Intelligence Study, published by Grand View Research.

[cleverhottubmiracle]

The best pubic hair trimmers are deeply individual devices. Your ideal trimmer depends on the result you want—be it a tidying up, full shave, or light snipping. Luckily, there are a ton of great options on the market today to take care of whatever hair situation you're working with.After you've settled on the right trimmer for you, the other thing you'll want need is time. “The expression ‘slow is smooth, and smooth is fast’ is very apropos to shaving the pubic area,” says Ryan Turner, MD, a board-certified NYC dermatologist and co-founder of TRNR Skin. “While trimming or shaving the scrotum [in particular] isn’t rocket science, I wouldn’t recommend doing it when you’re in a rush. Proper prep, and taking your time, will yield the best results.” Read on to see our top picks—along with everything else you need to know about trimming your hedges.The Best Pubic Hair Trimmers for Men, At a GlanceLooking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonThe Best Pubic Hair Trimmer Overall: Happy Nuts Lumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerHappy NutsLumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerWhy we love it: While Happy Nuts already had a dedicated ball trimmer (called “The Ballber”, it’s worth noting), their newer body hair trimmer is my go-to for dedicated nether-area aesthetics. I’m inclined to tell you that you don’t need a dedicated trimmer for your balls, hence it’s a good consolidation to have one that tackles your testicles as well as the rest of your body hair. I always say to lean into the tool you require more readily: If you first need a trimmer for back hair and body hair, then get one that also manages pubes just fine. However, if you care a lot about having a dedicated mons-pubis manager—and one that tackles body hair with equal aplomb—then The Lumberjack here will keep you tidy.In terms of function, this one cuts close enough for a smooth result across your mons, but that first attachable and length-adjustable guard provides just enough buffer for your ballsack so that you don’t get nicked along the way. Add to that, its waterproofness, long battery life, and no-slip grip, and you have a terrific device that takes all the stress out of groin upkeep.The Best Trimmer for Sensitive Skin: The Lawn Mower 4.0ManscapedThe Lawn Mower 4.0Why we love it: This electric trimmer comes highly recommended by sexologist and sex educator Lilithfoxx, who loves that it's "designed with men’s grooming in mind, but still versatile enough for all genders." Its blades are made of rust-proof ceramic instead of metal, which cuts down on irritation (and means you likely won't need to replace the blades as frequently!), making this a solid pick if you've got sensitive skin. It also boasts some nifty quality-of-life features like a wireless charging dock, a travel-lock function so it won't spring to life in your suitcase, and a built-in LED spotlight so you can see what you're doing, even in low light conditions.The Best Precision Trimmer: Bikini Trimmer & ShaverPanasonicBikini Trimmer & ShaverWhy we love it: "For those who want a smaller, more portable option, the Panasonic Bikini Shaper and Trimmer is fantastic," Lilithfoxx says. It's great for getting into nooks and crannies, and its petite profile makes it a handy travel companion. Whether you're shaving thick hair or just cleaning up some strays, the four attachments in this kit should have you covered, even if you've got sensitive skin—its hypoallergenic blades and rounded edges help it minimize irritation.The Best Electric Shaver for Pubic Hair: Philips Norelco OneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverPhilips NorelcoOneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverWhy we love it: If what you want is a skin-close shave without the worry of a sharp cartridge razor, then stick with this electric shaver. "There’s a reason for OneBlade being one of the most popular trimmers in the world right now," says sexologist Sofie Roos: "It does it all." Like all other OneBlades, this one transforms into a trimmer with a single attachment, should you simply want to manage a light overgrown lawn. This particular model also offers ample guardrails between each tooth to prevent nicking and tugging. Maybe most impressive of all is how quiet it runs. "It's perfect if you need to sneak into the bathroom for some last-minute pubic trimming when your partner is in the house," says Roos.The Best Ball Trimmer: Balls Archibald TrimmerWhy we love it: If you want one dedicated ball trimmer, make it Balls’ trimmer, which includes a silicone bracelet to prevent dropping it, an ergonomic design, and no-slip handle, and an adjustable guard attachment with various trimming intervals. On top of all that, it has tightly spaced teeth, which help you avoid nicking and cutting, and a generous runtime that gives our top prize winner a run for its jewels. Use it for your balls, certainly, but for the rest of your groin, too. (Heads up: At the time of publication, the only color in stock is pink, but the function is 100% the same.)The Best Beard-to-Balls Trimmer: Braun All-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400BraunAll-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400Why we love it: Should you want an all-in-one grooming device (beard trimmer included), then make it Braun’s. Swap between the body groomer and face groomer attachments to manage coarser hair with thoughtfully-close-together teeth. No nicks, no cuts, and the device allows for adjustable trimming so that you can let your pubes be as bushy (or trimmed) as you please. Plus, the fact that you get a separate head for this one makes it easy to be church-and-state with your beard vs. body hair upkeep—though I still suggest a good hot water and soap rinse after each use down south.The Most Ergonomic Pubic Hair Trimmer: Panasonic Body Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)PanasonicBody Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)Why we love it: The best back hair shaver and manscaper in the game, Panasonic’s Body Groomer offers a vast range of custom trimming lengths, and the unique ability to trim inside any odd crevice, at any odd angle (thanks to its vertically arranged teeth). It’s great for spot-checking tall pubes or just generally grazing over the upper centimeter of overgrown hedges. It’s not my first pick for groin upkeep of all the devices on this list, but it is my first pick for chest and back hair maintenance (especially self-administered back hair trimming). So if that’s what you need foremost, then this one is a great investment that will serve you quite well below the belt, too.The Best Bush Whacker for Ample Pubic Hair: Wahl PeanutWhy we love it: If your pubes are like a woody thicket, or vastly overgrown, then it’s a good time to introduce the peanut. This tool is foremost a hair clipper, but its small size and serious muscle (plus its portability) make it an easy add-on for your dopp kit, a great weekend warrior for travel, or just a terrific tackler of the shrubby mons pubis. (I would avoid using it on the balls, at least flush on the skin; it’s blades are not spaced taut enough for that.)What to Consider When Buying a Pubic Hair TrimmerIf you’re in the market for a pubes trimmer, here are some criteria that our experts recommend you consider:Buffered guard or buffered teethAccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should “come close to the skin while still having a design that minimizes the risk of cutting yourself,” Roos says. Whether you want one product that can handle your beard, body, and balls, or you want a dedicated device for your junk, make sure you have that extra layer of defense on the blade before mowing it over the loose skin on your shaft and sack.AccordionItemContainerButtonYou’re probably gonna use this thing fairly regularly, so it may as well feel good in your hand. “A trimmer with a comfortable grip and a lightweight design will be easier to maneuver,” Lilithfoxx says, “especially when working in harder-to-reach areas and for extended periods of time.”AccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should ideally be usable in the shower or at the sink, so you’ll want one that’s at least splashproof, if not fully waterproof. It’s easier to clean a trimmer (which you should be doing regularly) if it’s waterproof, too.AccordionItemContainerButton“Since it can take some time to really remove all pubes, you should also aim for a trimmer with a great battery life so you can finish in one session,” says Roos. Most of our picks last at least half an hour per charge, but some will keep on trucking for 60 or even 90 minutes at a stretch.How to Shave Your Balls“It’s easiest to shave skin that is taut, which the scrotum decidedly isn’t,” Dr. Turner explains. “However, that doesn’t mean you want the scrotum to be tight when shaving, as it might be when you’re cold, for instance.” Here’s how he explains to go through the motions—and it starts with an awareness of a certain muscle in that area.So, you’ve got the cremaster muscle (that muscle you can sense internally, which raises and lowers the testes). Dr. Turner says this muscle helps regulate the balls’ temperature and promotes healthy sperm. “When the cremaster contracts, the scrotum becomes more textured and wrinkled, which will make shaving more difficult. I’d recommend shaving in the shower or just outside it. In addition to helping to soften coarse pubic hair, warm water will help relax the cremaster muscle. This will leave the skin smooth and make it easier to manipulate the scrotum as you shave.”How to Shave Your PubesBalls aside, how do you approach shaving the rest of your pubes? “Whatever you do, if it’s your first time shaving this area, you have to debulk most of the hair before going straight for the razor,” Dr. Turner says. “It’s just like a traditional haircut—if you’re going for a buzz cut after having a lot of length, you’ll need to use scissors to cut the hair down to a length that the other blades can manage easily.”Dr. Turner says to first trim the hair as short and as close to the skin as you can. Then, shower and cleanse the area before you shave. “Choose a very hydrating and lubricating shaving cream,” he adds. Take things slowly, and shave with the grain of hair growth (if possible, at those odd angles); this will prevent ingrown hairs better than if you shave against the grain of growth since those pubes tend to be extra curly and coarse. For the balls, be sure to heed Dr. Turner’s advice from above.After shaving, make sure to apply a breathable layer of moisturizer, “to help repair the skin barrier from the mechanical exfoliation of the shaving process,” says Dr. Turner. “Moisturizing can also help to reduce friction that can further irritate. In fact, you might want to additionally consider an anti-chafing stick or balm to lubricate this sensitive area.”What Does Body Hair Do?It’s worth understanding the role of body hair in the first place—just in case you want to factor in anything beyond pure aesthetics. “One of the purposes of pubic hair specifically is to help reduce friction during intercourse as hair passes over hair, acting as a ‘dry lubricant,’” says Dr. Turner. Body hair can also help regulate your body temperature, and Dr. Turner adds that it can also serve as a layer of protection against the outside world, “acting as a line of defense against potentially harmful bacteria”—like soft non-barbed wire coating your skin. Source link

[norajworld]

The best pubic hair trimmers are deeply individual devices. Your ideal trimmer depends on the result you want—be it a tidying up, full shave, or light snipping. Luckily, there are a ton of great options on the market today to take care of whatever hair situation you're working with.After you've settled on the right trimmer for you, the other thing you'll want need is time. “The expression ‘slow is smooth, and smooth is fast’ is very apropos to shaving the pubic area,” says Ryan Turner, MD, a board-certified NYC dermatologist and co-founder of TRNR Skin. “While trimming or shaving the scrotum [in particular] isn’t rocket science, I wouldn’t recommend doing it when you’re in a rush. Proper prep, and taking your time, will yield the best results.” Read on to see our top picks—along with everything else you need to know about trimming your hedges.The Best Pubic Hair Trimmers for Men, At a GlanceLooking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonThe Best Pubic Hair Trimmer Overall: Happy Nuts Lumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerHappy NutsLumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerWhy we love it: While Happy Nuts already had a dedicated ball trimmer (called “The Ballber”, it’s worth noting), their newer body hair trimmer is my go-to for dedicated nether-area aesthetics. I’m inclined to tell you that you don’t need a dedicated trimmer for your balls, hence it’s a good consolidation to have one that tackles your testicles as well as the rest of your body hair. I always say to lean into the tool you require more readily: If you first need a trimmer for back hair and body hair, then get one that also manages pubes just fine. However, if you care a lot about having a dedicated mons-pubis manager—and one that tackles body hair with equal aplomb—then The Lumberjack here will keep you tidy.In terms of function, this one cuts close enough for a smooth result across your mons, but that first attachable and length-adjustable guard provides just enough buffer for your ballsack so that you don’t get nicked along the way. Add to that, its waterproofness, long battery life, and no-slip grip, and you have a terrific device that takes all the stress out of groin upkeep.The Best Trimmer for Sensitive Skin: The Lawn Mower 4.0ManscapedThe Lawn Mower 4.0Why we love it: This electric trimmer comes highly recommended by sexologist and sex educator Lilithfoxx, who loves that it's "designed with men’s grooming in mind, but still versatile enough for all genders." Its blades are made of rust-proof ceramic instead of metal, which cuts down on irritation (and means you likely won't need to replace the blades as frequently!), making this a solid pick if you've got sensitive skin. It also boasts some nifty quality-of-life features like a wireless charging dock, a travel-lock function so it won't spring to life in your suitcase, and a built-in LED spotlight so you can see what you're doing, even in low light conditions.The Best Precision Trimmer: Bikini Trimmer & ShaverPanasonicBikini Trimmer & ShaverWhy we love it: "For those who want a smaller, more portable option, the Panasonic Bikini Shaper and Trimmer is fantastic," Lilithfoxx says. It's great for getting into nooks and crannies, and its petite profile makes it a handy travel companion. Whether you're shaving thick hair or just cleaning up some strays, the four attachments in this kit should have you covered, even if you've got sensitive skin—its hypoallergenic blades and rounded edges help it minimize irritation.The Best Electric Shaver for Pubic Hair: Philips Norelco OneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverPhilips NorelcoOneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverWhy we love it: If what you want is a skin-close shave without the worry of a sharp cartridge razor, then stick with this electric shaver. "There’s a reason for OneBlade being one of the most popular trimmers in the world right now," says sexologist Sofie Roos: "It does it all." Like all other OneBlades, this one transforms into a trimmer with a single attachment, should you simply want to manage a light overgrown lawn. This particular model also offers ample guardrails between each tooth to prevent nicking and tugging. Maybe most impressive of all is how quiet it runs. "It's perfect if you need to sneak into the bathroom for some last-minute pubic trimming when your partner is in the house," says Roos.The Best Ball Trimmer: Balls Archibald TrimmerWhy we love it: If you want one dedicated ball trimmer, make it Balls’ trimmer, which includes a silicone bracelet to prevent dropping it, an ergonomic design, and no-slip handle, and an adjustable guard attachment with various trimming intervals. On top of all that, it has tightly spaced teeth, which help you avoid nicking and cutting, and a generous runtime that gives our top prize winner a run for its jewels. Use it for your balls, certainly, but for the rest of your groin, too. (Heads up: At the time of publication, the only color in stock is pink, but the function is 100% the same.)The Best Beard-to-Balls Trimmer: Braun All-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400BraunAll-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400Why we love it: Should you want an all-in-one grooming device (beard trimmer included), then make it Braun’s. Swap between the body groomer and face groomer attachments to manage coarser hair with thoughtfully-close-together teeth. No nicks, no cuts, and the device allows for adjustable trimming so that you can let your pubes be as bushy (or trimmed) as you please. Plus, the fact that you get a separate head for this one makes it easy to be church-and-state with your beard vs. body hair upkeep—though I still suggest a good hot water and soap rinse after each use down south.The Most Ergonomic Pubic Hair Trimmer: Panasonic Body Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)PanasonicBody Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)Why we love it: The best back hair shaver and manscaper in the game, Panasonic’s Body Groomer offers a vast range of custom trimming lengths, and the unique ability to trim inside any odd crevice, at any odd angle (thanks to its vertically arranged teeth). It’s great for spot-checking tall pubes or just generally grazing over the upper centimeter of overgrown hedges. It’s not my first pick for groin upkeep of all the devices on this list, but it is my first pick for chest and back hair maintenance (especially self-administered back hair trimming). So if that’s what you need foremost, then this one is a great investment that will serve you quite well below the belt, too.The Best Bush Whacker for Ample Pubic Hair: Wahl PeanutWhy we love it: If your pubes are like a woody thicket, or vastly overgrown, then it’s a good time to introduce the peanut. This tool is foremost a hair clipper, but its small size and serious muscle (plus its portability) make it an easy add-on for your dopp kit, a great weekend warrior for travel, or just a terrific tackler of the shrubby mons pubis. (I would avoid using it on the balls, at least flush on the skin; it’s blades are not spaced taut enough for that.)What to Consider When Buying a Pubic Hair TrimmerIf you’re in the market for a pubes trimmer, here are some criteria that our experts recommend you consider:Buffered guard or buffered teethAccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should “come close to the skin while still having a design that minimizes the risk of cutting yourself,” Roos says. Whether you want one product that can handle your beard, body, and balls, or you want a dedicated device for your junk, make sure you have that extra layer of defense on the blade before mowing it over the loose skin on your shaft and sack.AccordionItemContainerButtonYou’re probably gonna use this thing fairly regularly, so it may as well feel good in your hand. “A trimmer with a comfortable grip and a lightweight design will be easier to maneuver,” Lilithfoxx says, “especially when working in harder-to-reach areas and for extended periods of time.”AccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should ideally be usable in the shower or at the sink, so you’ll want one that’s at least splashproof, if not fully waterproof. It’s easier to clean a trimmer (which you should be doing regularly) if it’s waterproof, too.AccordionItemContainerButton“Since it can take some time to really remove all pubes, you should also aim for a trimmer with a great battery life so you can finish in one session,” says Roos. Most of our picks last at least half an hour per charge, but some will keep on trucking for 60 or even 90 minutes at a stretch.How to Shave Your Balls“It’s easiest to shave skin that is taut, which the scrotum decidedly isn’t,” Dr. Turner explains. “However, that doesn’t mean you want the scrotum to be tight when shaving, as it might be when you’re cold, for instance.” Here’s how he explains to go through the motions—and it starts with an awareness of a certain muscle in that area.So, you’ve got the cremaster muscle (that muscle you can sense internally, which raises and lowers the testes). Dr. Turner says this muscle helps regulate the balls’ temperature and promotes healthy sperm. “When the cremaster contracts, the scrotum becomes more textured and wrinkled, which will make shaving more difficult. I’d recommend shaving in the shower or just outside it. In addition to helping to soften coarse pubic hair, warm water will help relax the cremaster muscle. This will leave the skin smooth and make it easier to manipulate the scrotum as you shave.”How to Shave Your PubesBalls aside, how do you approach shaving the rest of your pubes? “Whatever you do, if it’s your first time shaving this area, you have to debulk most of the hair before going straight for the razor,” Dr. Turner says. “It’s just like a traditional haircut—if you’re going for a buzz cut after having a lot of length, you’ll need to use scissors to cut the hair down to a length that the other blades can manage easily.”Dr. Turner says to first trim the hair as short and as close to the skin as you can. Then, shower and cleanse the area before you shave. “Choose a very hydrating and lubricating shaving cream,” he adds. Take things slowly, and shave with the grain of hair growth (if possible, at those odd angles); this will prevent ingrown hairs better than if you shave against the grain of growth since those pubes tend to be extra curly and coarse. For the balls, be sure to heed Dr. Turner’s advice from above.After shaving, make sure to apply a breathable layer of moisturizer, “to help repair the skin barrier from the mechanical exfoliation of the shaving process,” says Dr. Turner. “Moisturizing can also help to reduce friction that can further irritate. In fact, you might want to additionally consider an anti-chafing stick or balm to lubricate this sensitive area.”What Does Body Hair Do?It’s worth understanding the role of body hair in the first place—just in case you want to factor in anything beyond pure aesthetics. “One of the purposes of pubic hair specifically is to help reduce friction during intercourse as hair passes over hair, acting as a ‘dry lubricant,’” says Dr. Turner. Body hair can also help regulate your body temperature, and Dr. Turner adds that it can also serve as a layer of protection against the outside world, “acting as a line of defense against potentially harmful bacteria”—like soft non-barbed wire coating your skin. Source link

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The best pubic hair trimmers are deeply individual devices. Your ideal trimmer depends on the result you want—be it a tidying up, full shave, or light snipping. Luckily, there are a ton of great options on the market today to take care of whatever hair situation you're working with.After you've settled on the right trimmer for you, the other thing you'll want need is time. “The expression ‘slow is smooth, and smooth is fast’ is very apropos to shaving the pubic area,” says Ryan Turner, MD, a board-certified NYC dermatologist and co-founder of TRNR Skin. “While trimming or shaving the scrotum [in particular] isn’t rocket science, I wouldn’t recommend doing it when you’re in a rush. Proper prep, and taking your time, will yield the best results.” Read on to see our top picks—along with everything else you need to know about trimming your hedges.The Best Pubic Hair Trimmers for Men, At a GlanceLooking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonThe Best Pubic Hair Trimmer Overall: Happy Nuts Lumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerHappy NutsLumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerWhy we love it: While Happy Nuts already had a dedicated ball trimmer (called “The Ballber”, it’s worth noting), their newer body hair trimmer is my go-to for dedicated nether-area aesthetics. I’m inclined to tell you that you don’t need a dedicated trimmer for your balls, hence it’s a good consolidation to have one that tackles your testicles as well as the rest of your body hair. I always say to lean into the tool you require more readily: If you first need a trimmer for back hair and body hair, then get one that also manages pubes just fine. However, if you care a lot about having a dedicated mons-pubis manager—and one that tackles body hair with equal aplomb—then The Lumberjack here will keep you tidy.In terms of function, this one cuts close enough for a smooth result across your mons, but that first attachable and length-adjustable guard provides just enough buffer for your ballsack so that you don’t get nicked along the way. Add to that, its waterproofness, long battery life, and no-slip grip, and you have a terrific device that takes all the stress out of groin upkeep.The Best Trimmer for Sensitive Skin: The Lawn Mower 4.0ManscapedThe Lawn Mower 4.0Why we love it: This electric trimmer comes highly recommended by sexologist and sex educator Lilithfoxx, who loves that it's "designed with men’s grooming in mind, but still versatile enough for all genders." Its blades are made of rust-proof ceramic instead of metal, which cuts down on irritation (and means you likely won't need to replace the blades as frequently!), making this a solid pick if you've got sensitive skin. It also boasts some nifty quality-of-life features like a wireless charging dock, a travel-lock function so it won't spring to life in your suitcase, and a built-in LED spotlight so you can see what you're doing, even in low light conditions.The Best Precision Trimmer: Bikini Trimmer & ShaverPanasonicBikini Trimmer & ShaverWhy we love it: "For those who want a smaller, more portable option, the Panasonic Bikini Shaper and Trimmer is fantastic," Lilithfoxx says. It's great for getting into nooks and crannies, and its petite profile makes it a handy travel companion. Whether you're shaving thick hair or just cleaning up some strays, the four attachments in this kit should have you covered, even if you've got sensitive skin—its hypoallergenic blades and rounded edges help it minimize irritation.The Best Electric Shaver for Pubic Hair: Philips Norelco OneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverPhilips NorelcoOneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverWhy we love it: If what you want is a skin-close shave without the worry of a sharp cartridge razor, then stick with this electric shaver. "There’s a reason for OneBlade being one of the most popular trimmers in the world right now," says sexologist Sofie Roos: "It does it all." Like all other OneBlades, this one transforms into a trimmer with a single attachment, should you simply want to manage a light overgrown lawn. This particular model also offers ample guardrails between each tooth to prevent nicking and tugging. Maybe most impressive of all is how quiet it runs. "It's perfect if you need to sneak into the bathroom for some last-minute pubic trimming when your partner is in the house," says Roos.The Best Ball Trimmer: Balls Archibald TrimmerWhy we love it: If you want one dedicated ball trimmer, make it Balls’ trimmer, which includes a silicone bracelet to prevent dropping it, an ergonomic design, and no-slip handle, and an adjustable guard attachment with various trimming intervals. On top of all that, it has tightly spaced teeth, which help you avoid nicking and cutting, and a generous runtime that gives our top prize winner a run for its jewels. Use it for your balls, certainly, but for the rest of your groin, too. (Heads up: At the time of publication, the only color in stock is pink, but the function is 100% the same.)The Best Beard-to-Balls Trimmer: Braun All-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400BraunAll-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400Why we love it: Should you want an all-in-one grooming device (beard trimmer included), then make it Braun’s. Swap between the body groomer and face groomer attachments to manage coarser hair with thoughtfully-close-together teeth. No nicks, no cuts, and the device allows for adjustable trimming so that you can let your pubes be as bushy (or trimmed) as you please. Plus, the fact that you get a separate head for this one makes it easy to be church-and-state with your beard vs. body hair upkeep—though I still suggest a good hot water and soap rinse after each use down south.The Most Ergonomic Pubic Hair Trimmer: Panasonic Body Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)PanasonicBody Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)Why we love it: The best back hair shaver and manscaper in the game, Panasonic’s Body Groomer offers a vast range of custom trimming lengths, and the unique ability to trim inside any odd crevice, at any odd angle (thanks to its vertically arranged teeth). It’s great for spot-checking tall pubes or just generally grazing over the upper centimeter of overgrown hedges. It’s not my first pick for groin upkeep of all the devices on this list, but it is my first pick for chest and back hair maintenance (especially self-administered back hair trimming). So if that’s what you need foremost, then this one is a great investment that will serve you quite well below the belt, too.The Best Bush Whacker for Ample Pubic Hair: Wahl PeanutWhy we love it: If your pubes are like a woody thicket, or vastly overgrown, then it’s a good time to introduce the peanut. This tool is foremost a hair clipper, but its small size and serious muscle (plus its portability) make it an easy add-on for your dopp kit, a great weekend warrior for travel, or just a terrific tackler of the shrubby mons pubis. (I would avoid using it on the balls, at least flush on the skin; it’s blades are not spaced taut enough for that.)What to Consider When Buying a Pubic Hair TrimmerIf you’re in the market for a pubes trimmer, here are some criteria that our experts recommend you consider:Buffered guard or buffered teethAccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should “come close to the skin while still having a design that minimizes the risk of cutting yourself,” Roos says. Whether you want one product that can handle your beard, body, and balls, or you want a dedicated device for your junk, make sure you have that extra layer of defense on the blade before mowing it over the loose skin on your shaft and sack.AccordionItemContainerButtonYou’re probably gonna use this thing fairly regularly, so it may as well feel good in your hand. “A trimmer with a comfortable grip and a lightweight design will be easier to maneuver,” Lilithfoxx says, “especially when working in harder-to-reach areas and for extended periods of time.”AccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should ideally be usable in the shower or at the sink, so you’ll want one that’s at least splashproof, if not fully waterproof. It’s easier to clean a trimmer (which you should be doing regularly) if it’s waterproof, too.AccordionItemContainerButton“Since it can take some time to really remove all pubes, you should also aim for a trimmer with a great battery life so you can finish in one session,” says Roos. Most of our picks last at least half an hour per charge, but some will keep on trucking for 60 or even 90 minutes at a stretch.How to Shave Your Balls“It’s easiest to shave skin that is taut, which the scrotum decidedly isn’t,” Dr. Turner explains. “However, that doesn’t mean you want the scrotum to be tight when shaving, as it might be when you’re cold, for instance.” Here’s how he explains to go through the motions—and it starts with an awareness of a certain muscle in that area.So, you’ve got the cremaster muscle (that muscle you can sense internally, which raises and lowers the testes). Dr. Turner says this muscle helps regulate the balls’ temperature and promotes healthy sperm. “When the cremaster contracts, the scrotum becomes more textured and wrinkled, which will make shaving more difficult. I’d recommend shaving in the shower or just outside it. In addition to helping to soften coarse pubic hair, warm water will help relax the cremaster muscle. This will leave the skin smooth and make it easier to manipulate the scrotum as you shave.”How to Shave Your PubesBalls aside, how do you approach shaving the rest of your pubes? “Whatever you do, if it’s your first time shaving this area, you have to debulk most of the hair before going straight for the razor,” Dr. Turner says. “It’s just like a traditional haircut—if you’re going for a buzz cut after having a lot of length, you’ll need to use scissors to cut the hair down to a length that the other blades can manage easily.”Dr. Turner says to first trim the hair as short and as close to the skin as you can. Then, shower and cleanse the area before you shave. “Choose a very hydrating and lubricating shaving cream,” he adds. Take things slowly, and shave with the grain of hair growth (if possible, at those odd angles); this will prevent ingrown hairs better than if you shave against the grain of growth since those pubes tend to be extra curly and coarse. For the balls, be sure to heed Dr. Turner’s advice from above.After shaving, make sure to apply a breathable layer of moisturizer, “to help repair the skin barrier from the mechanical exfoliation of the shaving process,” says Dr. Turner. “Moisturizing can also help to reduce friction that can further irritate. In fact, you might want to additionally consider an anti-chafing stick or balm to lubricate this sensitive area.”What Does Body Hair Do?It’s worth understanding the role of body hair in the first place—just in case you want to factor in anything beyond pure aesthetics. “One of the purposes of pubic hair specifically is to help reduce friction during intercourse as hair passes over hair, acting as a ‘dry lubricant,’” says Dr. Turner. Body hair can also help regulate your body temperature, and Dr. Turner adds that it can also serve as a layer of protection against the outside world, “acting as a line of defense against potentially harmful bacteria”—like soft non-barbed wire coating your skin. Source link

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The best pubic hair trimmers are deeply individual devices. Your ideal trimmer depends on the result you want—be it a tidying up, full shave, or light snipping. Luckily, there are a ton of great options on the market today to take care of whatever hair situation you're working with.After you've settled on the right trimmer for you, the other thing you'll want need is time. “The expression ‘slow is smooth, and smooth is fast’ is very apropos to shaving the pubic area,” says Ryan Turner, MD, a board-certified NYC dermatologist and co-founder of TRNR Skin. “While trimming or shaving the scrotum [in particular] isn’t rocket science, I wouldn’t recommend doing it when you’re in a rush. Proper prep, and taking your time, will yield the best results.” Read on to see our top picks—along with everything else you need to know about trimming your hedges.The Best Pubic Hair Trimmers for Men, At a GlanceLooking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonThe Best Pubic Hair Trimmer Overall: Happy Nuts Lumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerHappy NutsLumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerWhy we love it: While Happy Nuts already had a dedicated ball trimmer (called “The Ballber”, it’s worth noting), their newer body hair trimmer is my go-to for dedicated nether-area aesthetics. I’m inclined to tell you that you don’t need a dedicated trimmer for your balls, hence it’s a good consolidation to have one that tackles your testicles as well as the rest of your body hair. I always say to lean into the tool you require more readily: If you first need a trimmer for back hair and body hair, then get one that also manages pubes just fine. However, if you care a lot about having a dedicated mons-pubis manager—and one that tackles body hair with equal aplomb—then The Lumberjack here will keep you tidy.In terms of function, this one cuts close enough for a smooth result across your mons, but that first attachable and length-adjustable guard provides just enough buffer for your ballsack so that you don’t get nicked along the way. Add to that, its waterproofness, long battery life, and no-slip grip, and you have a terrific device that takes all the stress out of groin upkeep.The Best Trimmer for Sensitive Skin: The Lawn Mower 4.0ManscapedThe Lawn Mower 4.0Why we love it: This electric trimmer comes highly recommended by sexologist and sex educator Lilithfoxx, who loves that it's "designed with men’s grooming in mind, but still versatile enough for all genders." Its blades are made of rust-proof ceramic instead of metal, which cuts down on irritation (and means you likely won't need to replace the blades as frequently!), making this a solid pick if you've got sensitive skin. It also boasts some nifty quality-of-life features like a wireless charging dock, a travel-lock function so it won't spring to life in your suitcase, and a built-in LED spotlight so you can see what you're doing, even in low light conditions.The Best Precision Trimmer: Bikini Trimmer & ShaverPanasonicBikini Trimmer & ShaverWhy we love it: "For those who want a smaller, more portable option, the Panasonic Bikini Shaper and Trimmer is fantastic," Lilithfoxx says. It's great for getting into nooks and crannies, and its petite profile makes it a handy travel companion. Whether you're shaving thick hair or just cleaning up some strays, the four attachments in this kit should have you covered, even if you've got sensitive skin—its hypoallergenic blades and rounded edges help it minimize irritation.The Best Electric Shaver for Pubic Hair: Philips Norelco OneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverPhilips NorelcoOneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverWhy we love it: If what you want is a skin-close shave without the worry of a sharp cartridge razor, then stick with this electric shaver. "There’s a reason for OneBlade being one of the most popular trimmers in the world right now," says sexologist Sofie Roos: "It does it all." Like all other OneBlades, this one transforms into a trimmer with a single attachment, should you simply want to manage a light overgrown lawn. This particular model also offers ample guardrails between each tooth to prevent nicking and tugging. Maybe most impressive of all is how quiet it runs. "It's perfect if you need to sneak into the bathroom for some last-minute pubic trimming when your partner is in the house," says Roos.The Best Ball Trimmer: Balls Archibald TrimmerWhy we love it: If you want one dedicated ball trimmer, make it Balls’ trimmer, which includes a silicone bracelet to prevent dropping it, an ergonomic design, and no-slip handle, and an adjustable guard attachment with various trimming intervals. On top of all that, it has tightly spaced teeth, which help you avoid nicking and cutting, and a generous runtime that gives our top prize winner a run for its jewels. Use it for your balls, certainly, but for the rest of your groin, too. (Heads up: At the time of publication, the only color in stock is pink, but the function is 100% the same.)The Best Beard-to-Balls Trimmer: Braun All-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400BraunAll-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400Why we love it: Should you want an all-in-one grooming device (beard trimmer included), then make it Braun’s. Swap between the body groomer and face groomer attachments to manage coarser hair with thoughtfully-close-together teeth. No nicks, no cuts, and the device allows for adjustable trimming so that you can let your pubes be as bushy (or trimmed) as you please. Plus, the fact that you get a separate head for this one makes it easy to be church-and-state with your beard vs. body hair upkeep—though I still suggest a good hot water and soap rinse after each use down south.The Most Ergonomic Pubic Hair Trimmer: Panasonic Body Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)PanasonicBody Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)Why we love it: The best back hair shaver and manscaper in the game, Panasonic’s Body Groomer offers a vast range of custom trimming lengths, and the unique ability to trim inside any odd crevice, at any odd angle (thanks to its vertically arranged teeth). It’s great for spot-checking tall pubes or just generally grazing over the upper centimeter of overgrown hedges. It’s not my first pick for groin upkeep of all the devices on this list, but it is my first pick for chest and back hair maintenance (especially self-administered back hair trimming). So if that’s what you need foremost, then this one is a great investment that will serve you quite well below the belt, too.The Best Bush Whacker for Ample Pubic Hair: Wahl PeanutWhy we love it: If your pubes are like a woody thicket, or vastly overgrown, then it’s a good time to introduce the peanut. This tool is foremost a hair clipper, but its small size and serious muscle (plus its portability) make it an easy add-on for your dopp kit, a great weekend warrior for travel, or just a terrific tackler of the shrubby mons pubis. (I would avoid using it on the balls, at least flush on the skin; it’s blades are not spaced taut enough for that.)What to Consider When Buying a Pubic Hair TrimmerIf you’re in the market for a pubes trimmer, here are some criteria that our experts recommend you consider:Buffered guard or buffered teethAccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should “come close to the skin while still having a design that minimizes the risk of cutting yourself,” Roos says. Whether you want one product that can handle your beard, body, and balls, or you want a dedicated device for your junk, make sure you have that extra layer of defense on the blade before mowing it over the loose skin on your shaft and sack.AccordionItemContainerButtonYou’re probably gonna use this thing fairly regularly, so it may as well feel good in your hand. “A trimmer with a comfortable grip and a lightweight design will be easier to maneuver,” Lilithfoxx says, “especially when working in harder-to-reach areas and for extended periods of time.”AccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should ideally be usable in the shower or at the sink, so you’ll want one that’s at least splashproof, if not fully waterproof. It’s easier to clean a trimmer (which you should be doing regularly) if it’s waterproof, too.AccordionItemContainerButton“Since it can take some time to really remove all pubes, you should also aim for a trimmer with a great battery life so you can finish in one session,” says Roos. Most of our picks last at least half an hour per charge, but some will keep on trucking for 60 or even 90 minutes at a stretch.How to Shave Your Balls“It’s easiest to shave skin that is taut, which the scrotum decidedly isn’t,” Dr. Turner explains. “However, that doesn’t mean you want the scrotum to be tight when shaving, as it might be when you’re cold, for instance.” Here’s how he explains to go through the motions—and it starts with an awareness of a certain muscle in that area.So, you’ve got the cremaster muscle (that muscle you can sense internally, which raises and lowers the testes). Dr. Turner says this muscle helps regulate the balls’ temperature and promotes healthy sperm. “When the cremaster contracts, the scrotum becomes more textured and wrinkled, which will make shaving more difficult. I’d recommend shaving in the shower or just outside it. In addition to helping to soften coarse pubic hair, warm water will help relax the cremaster muscle. This will leave the skin smooth and make it easier to manipulate the scrotum as you shave.”How to Shave Your PubesBalls aside, how do you approach shaving the rest of your pubes? “Whatever you do, if it’s your first time shaving this area, you have to debulk most of the hair before going straight for the razor,” Dr. Turner says. “It’s just like a traditional haircut—if you’re going for a buzz cut after having a lot of length, you’ll need to use scissors to cut the hair down to a length that the other blades can manage easily.”Dr. Turner says to first trim the hair as short and as close to the skin as you can. Then, shower and cleanse the area before you shave. “Choose a very hydrating and lubricating shaving cream,” he adds. Take things slowly, and shave with the grain of hair growth (if possible, at those odd angles); this will prevent ingrown hairs better than if you shave against the grain of growth since those pubes tend to be extra curly and coarse. For the balls, be sure to heed Dr. Turner’s advice from above.After shaving, make sure to apply a breathable layer of moisturizer, “to help repair the skin barrier from the mechanical exfoliation of the shaving process,” says Dr. Turner. “Moisturizing can also help to reduce friction that can further irritate. In fact, you might want to additionally consider an anti-chafing stick or balm to lubricate this sensitive area.”What Does Body Hair Do?It’s worth understanding the role of body hair in the first place—just in case you want to factor in anything beyond pure aesthetics. “One of the purposes of pubic hair specifically is to help reduce friction during intercourse as hair passes over hair, acting as a ‘dry lubricant,’” says Dr. Turner. Body hair can also help regulate your body temperature, and Dr. Turner adds that it can also serve as a layer of protection against the outside world, “acting as a line of defense against potentially harmful bacteria”—like soft non-barbed wire coating your skin. Source link

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The best pubic hair trimmers are deeply individual devices. Your ideal trimmer depends on the result you want—be it a tidying up, full shave, or light snipping. Luckily, there are a ton of great options on the market today to take care of whatever hair situation you're working with.After you've settled on the right trimmer for you, the other thing you'll want need is time. “The expression ‘slow is smooth, and smooth is fast’ is very apropos to shaving the pubic area,” says Ryan Turner, MD, a board-certified NYC dermatologist and co-founder of TRNR Skin. “While trimming or shaving the scrotum [in particular] isn’t rocket science, I wouldn’t recommend doing it when you’re in a rush. Proper prep, and taking your time, will yield the best results.” Read on to see our top picks—along with everything else you need to know about trimming your hedges.The Best Pubic Hair Trimmers for Men, At a GlanceLooking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonThe Best Pubic Hair Trimmer Overall: Happy Nuts Lumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerHappy NutsLumberjack Electric Hair TrimmerWhy we love it: While Happy Nuts already had a dedicated ball trimmer (called “The Ballber”, it’s worth noting), their newer body hair trimmer is my go-to for dedicated nether-area aesthetics. I’m inclined to tell you that you don’t need a dedicated trimmer for your balls, hence it’s a good consolidation to have one that tackles your testicles as well as the rest of your body hair. I always say to lean into the tool you require more readily: If you first need a trimmer for back hair and body hair, then get one that also manages pubes just fine. However, if you care a lot about having a dedicated mons-pubis manager—and one that tackles body hair with equal aplomb—then The Lumberjack here will keep you tidy.In terms of function, this one cuts close enough for a smooth result across your mons, but that first attachable and length-adjustable guard provides just enough buffer for your ballsack so that you don’t get nicked along the way. Add to that, its waterproofness, long battery life, and no-slip grip, and you have a terrific device that takes all the stress out of groin upkeep.The Best Trimmer for Sensitive Skin: The Lawn Mower 4.0ManscapedThe Lawn Mower 4.0Why we love it: This electric trimmer comes highly recommended by sexologist and sex educator Lilithfoxx, who loves that it's "designed with men’s grooming in mind, but still versatile enough for all genders." Its blades are made of rust-proof ceramic instead of metal, which cuts down on irritation (and means you likely won't need to replace the blades as frequently!), making this a solid pick if you've got sensitive skin. It also boasts some nifty quality-of-life features like a wireless charging dock, a travel-lock function so it won't spring to life in your suitcase, and a built-in LED spotlight so you can see what you're doing, even in low light conditions.The Best Precision Trimmer: Bikini Trimmer & ShaverPanasonicBikini Trimmer & ShaverWhy we love it: "For those who want a smaller, more portable option, the Panasonic Bikini Shaper and Trimmer is fantastic," Lilithfoxx says. It's great for getting into nooks and crannies, and its petite profile makes it a handy travel companion. Whether you're shaving thick hair or just cleaning up some strays, the four attachments in this kit should have you covered, even if you've got sensitive skin—its hypoallergenic blades and rounded edges help it minimize irritation.The Best Electric Shaver for Pubic Hair: Philips Norelco OneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverPhilips NorelcoOneBlade Intimate SkinProtect Trimmer and ShaverWhy we love it: If what you want is a skin-close shave without the worry of a sharp cartridge razor, then stick with this electric shaver. "There’s a reason for OneBlade being one of the most popular trimmers in the world right now," says sexologist Sofie Roos: "It does it all." Like all other OneBlades, this one transforms into a trimmer with a single attachment, should you simply want to manage a light overgrown lawn. This particular model also offers ample guardrails between each tooth to prevent nicking and tugging. Maybe most impressive of all is how quiet it runs. "It's perfect if you need to sneak into the bathroom for some last-minute pubic trimming when your partner is in the house," says Roos.The Best Ball Trimmer: Balls Archibald TrimmerWhy we love it: If you want one dedicated ball trimmer, make it Balls’ trimmer, which includes a silicone bracelet to prevent dropping it, an ergonomic design, and no-slip handle, and an adjustable guard attachment with various trimming intervals. On top of all that, it has tightly spaced teeth, which help you avoid nicking and cutting, and a generous runtime that gives our top prize winner a run for its jewels. Use it for your balls, certainly, but for the rest of your groin, too. (Heads up: At the time of publication, the only color in stock is pink, but the function is 100% the same.)The Best Beard-to-Balls Trimmer: Braun All-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400BraunAll-in-One Series 9 Trimmer 9400Why we love it: Should you want an all-in-one grooming device (beard trimmer included), then make it Braun’s. Swap between the body groomer and face groomer attachments to manage coarser hair with thoughtfully-close-together teeth. No nicks, no cuts, and the device allows for adjustable trimming so that you can let your pubes be as bushy (or trimmed) as you please. Plus, the fact that you get a separate head for this one makes it easy to be church-and-state with your beard vs. body hair upkeep—though I still suggest a good hot water and soap rinse after each use down south.The Most Ergonomic Pubic Hair Trimmer: Panasonic Body Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)PanasonicBody Groomer (ER-GK80-S Model)Why we love it: The best back hair shaver and manscaper in the game, Panasonic’s Body Groomer offers a vast range of custom trimming lengths, and the unique ability to trim inside any odd crevice, at any odd angle (thanks to its vertically arranged teeth). It’s great for spot-checking tall pubes or just generally grazing over the upper centimeter of overgrown hedges. It’s not my first pick for groin upkeep of all the devices on this list, but it is my first pick for chest and back hair maintenance (especially self-administered back hair trimming). So if that’s what you need foremost, then this one is a great investment that will serve you quite well below the belt, too.The Best Bush Whacker for Ample Pubic Hair: Wahl PeanutWhy we love it: If your pubes are like a woody thicket, or vastly overgrown, then it’s a good time to introduce the peanut. This tool is foremost a hair clipper, but its small size and serious muscle (plus its portability) make it an easy add-on for your dopp kit, a great weekend warrior for travel, or just a terrific tackler of the shrubby mons pubis. (I would avoid using it on the balls, at least flush on the skin; it’s blades are not spaced taut enough for that.)What to Consider When Buying a Pubic Hair TrimmerIf you’re in the market for a pubes trimmer, here are some criteria that our experts recommend you consider:Buffered guard or buffered teethAccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should “come close to the skin while still having a design that minimizes the risk of cutting yourself,” Roos says. Whether you want one product that can handle your beard, body, and balls, or you want a dedicated device for your junk, make sure you have that extra layer of defense on the blade before mowing it over the loose skin on your shaft and sack.AccordionItemContainerButtonYou’re probably gonna use this thing fairly regularly, so it may as well feel good in your hand. “A trimmer with a comfortable grip and a lightweight design will be easier to maneuver,” Lilithfoxx says, “especially when working in harder-to-reach areas and for extended periods of time.”AccordionItemContainerButtonA good trimmer should ideally be usable in the shower or at the sink, so you’ll want one that’s at least splashproof, if not fully waterproof. It’s easier to clean a trimmer (which you should be doing regularly) if it’s waterproof, too.AccordionItemContainerButton“Since it can take some time to really remove all pubes, you should also aim for a trimmer with a great battery life so you can finish in one session,” says Roos. Most of our picks last at least half an hour per charge, but some will keep on trucking for 60 or even 90 minutes at a stretch.How to Shave Your Balls“It’s easiest to shave skin that is taut, which the scrotum decidedly isn’t,” Dr. Turner explains. “However, that doesn’t mean you want the scrotum to be tight when shaving, as it might be when you’re cold, for instance.” Here’s how he explains to go through the motions—and it starts with an awareness of a certain muscle in that area.So, you’ve got the cremaster muscle (that muscle you can sense internally, which raises and lowers the testes). Dr. Turner says this muscle helps regulate the balls’ temperature and promotes healthy sperm. “When the cremaster contracts, the scrotum becomes more textured and wrinkled, which will make shaving more difficult. I’d recommend shaving in the shower or just outside it. In addition to helping to soften coarse pubic hair, warm water will help relax the cremaster muscle. This will leave the skin smooth and make it easier to manipulate the scrotum as you shave.”How to Shave Your PubesBalls aside, how do you approach shaving the rest of your pubes? “Whatever you do, if it’s your first time shaving this area, you have to debulk most of the hair before going straight for the razor,” Dr. Turner says. “It’s just like a traditional haircut—if you’re going for a buzz cut after having a lot of length, you’ll need to use scissors to cut the hair down to a length that the other blades can manage easily.”Dr. Turner says to first trim the hair as short and as close to the skin as you can. Then, shower and cleanse the area before you shave. “Choose a very hydrating and lubricating shaving cream,” he adds. Take things slowly, and shave with the grain of hair growth (if possible, at those odd angles); this will prevent ingrown hairs better than if you shave against the grain of growth since those pubes tend to be extra curly and coarse. For the balls, be sure to heed Dr. Turner’s advice from above.After shaving, make sure to apply a breathable layer of moisturizer, “to help repair the skin barrier from the mechanical exfoliation of the shaving process,” says Dr. Turner. “Moisturizing can also help to reduce friction that can further irritate. In fact, you might want to additionally consider an anti-chafing stick or balm to lubricate this sensitive area.”What Does Body Hair Do?It’s worth understanding the role of body hair in the first place—just in case you want to factor in anything beyond pure aesthetics. “One of the purposes of pubic hair specifically is to help reduce friction during intercourse as hair passes over hair, acting as a ‘dry lubricant,’” says Dr. Turner. Body hair can also help regulate your body temperature, and Dr. Turner adds that it can also serve as a layer of protection against the outside world, “acting as a line of defense against potentially harmful bacteria”—like soft non-barbed wire coating your skin. Source link