6 Nose Hair Trimmers to Complete Your Grooming Kit

Nose hair, however annoying (and unsightly) it may be, plays an important role in our overall health. Collectively, they’re the body’s filter, tasked with preventing dust, pollen and other particles from reaching the lungs. And they really do work — but it depends on the density.

According to a study published by the International Archives of Allergy and Immunology, “The rate of asthma was 44.7, 26.2 and 16.7% in the few, moderate and many groups, respectively.” The “few, moderate, many” references the amount of nose hairs the individual had, and the “many” group proved most protected against seasonal allergens (like pollen).

This doesn’t mean that you should let your nose hairs grow, though, despite evidence suggesting they serve as effective protection against seasonal allergies. Nose hairs are a matter of personal, not medical, preference, so you should address them only as you see fit. However, there is a right way to do it.

Plucking vs. Trimming

While plucking is not permanent — if you pluck a hair it will probably grow back — there are more risks associated with this form of hair removal than trimming, for example. Plucked hairs leave vacant follicles, which can result in ingrown hairs or infection. It’s best to trim despite the satisfaction some folks derive from forcefully plucking a few hairs. Just ask former NBA player Ira Newbie, who missed several games (and spent eight days in the hospital) because of an ingrown nose hair.

What to Look for

While a lot of body trimmers come with nose hair trimmer attachments, you’re probably better off getting a dedicated tool. Why? Well, nose hairs grow fast — and up to six feet long in our lifetime — and you could be trimming as often as once every week. Sure, your multi-head body groomer could do the job, but these do-it-all designs are rarely the top of the line in any category — they’re masters of none, if you will. It’s better to get the best tool you can in every category, not one that barely does them all.

The Best Nose Trimmers for Men

Manscaped

Best Overall Nose Hair Trimmer

Manscaped Weed Whacker

• $30.00 at Manscaped

Manscaped makes a number of groin and body groomers, but the Weed Whacker is the brand’s dedicated nose hair tackler. It features the same SkinSafe technology as its counterparts, which helps prevent nicks, and the rotary dual-blade setup trims hairs fast (9,000 RPM), lessening the likelihood you’ll snag while inside. This option is also waterproof, which means you can use it at a wet sink without worrying about ruining it.

There’s a powerful 600mAh li-ion battery inside that can be recharged using the included USB cable.

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Best Upgrade Nose Hair Trimmer

Meridian Grooming The Trimmer

• $60.00 at meridiangrooming.com
  $74.00 (19% off)

Like Manscaped, Meridian specializes in body grooming — the neck down, essentially. Its Up-Here Trimmer works for noses and ears, providing a clean, painless shave no matter which one it is you’re addressing. But your trims will also be more precise with this option because the tip runs at a fast rate and there’s a built-in light for peering up into your nose. Best of all, when you’re done with it, there’s a cleaning brush for wiping away nose hairs and a cap for keeping it dust-free. It runs on its own internal battery and comes with a USB charger.

Amazon

Best Affordable Nose Hair Trimmer

ConairMAN Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer

• $20.00 at Amazon
  $25.00 (20% off)

There isn’t much to trimming your nose hairs. The rotary blade goes up your nostril, you move it around for a few seconds, listen for some clipping and pull it out. With a process this simple, little more is required from your chosen tool. Conair understands that — hence the ConairMAN Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer, which runs on AA batteries and has a three-bevel blade within. This one’s a great value even though it’s got few, if any, extras.

Amazon

Best Multi-Tool Nose Hair Trimmer

Philips Norelco Nose Trimmer 5000

• $20.00 at Amazon

Although I am breaking my own rule by including this option, this Philips Norelco trimmer doesn’t try to do everything, just tidy your face. It works on your nose, ears and eyebrows, offering a quick, clean cut with its two-sided blade. There are guards for all of these so you don’t do any damage, and the whole thing runs on batteries, not a rechargeable system.

Amazon

Best Travel Nose Hair Trimmer

Wahl Micro Groomsman Personal Pen Trimmer

• $10.00 at Amazon

If you’re traveling for a big event, whether it be a wedding or a work conference, you’ll surely want to look your best the day of. And who knows when a pesky nose hair will poke from your nostril’s edge? Try taking Wah’s Micro Groomsman Personal Pen Trimmer with you. It’s compact, lightweight, has two attachments (ear and nose) and runs on AAA batteries. It’s a breeze to use and even easier to carry with you.

Amazon

Best Self-Cleaning Nose Hair Trimmer

Panasonic Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer

• $20.00 at Amazon
  $21.00 (5% off)

Nose and ear trimming is by no means as messy and tidying a full-grown beard, but Panasonic’s simple tool comes with an advanced self-cleaning system. A vacuum sucks up hair as it’s cut, preventing it from cluttering your sink or bathroom countertop. It’s also cordless, it runs on AA batteries (not included), which makes reaching the deepest parts of both areas way easier.

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