Tip 1: Slow down. Rushing an intimate shave? That’s a fast track to nicks and missed spots. Take your time before shaping and shaving — your bikini zone (and sanity) will thank you. A calm trim & shave is a safe, smooth, and way more satisfying one. Tip 2: Turn up the heat (just a little). Warm water opens up your pores and gets those hairs standing to attention — easier to shape, shave, smooth results. Tip 3: Trim the bushes. Trim any long hair with the bikini trimmer so that is easier to shave and any hair that is staying is neat and tidy. Hold the tool parallel with the skin, and touch skin lightly. Slowly move the device in the opposite direction of hair growth for trimming, and in the direction of hair growth for shaping. Place the adjustable Bikini comb over the Trimmer, and move it to the lowest notch for the closest trim or at the highest notch for the longest length. Remove the comb entirely for an even closer trim. (The device is WATERPROOF, and can be used in and out of the shower.) Tip 4: Shave with the hair growth (not against). Flip to your razor and before you start to shave, pull the skin taut and take a look at the different directions of hair growth. For the best shave we recommend shaving in one fluid direction — with the hair growth. If you go against the grain of the private hair you are risking razor burn, rashes and bumps. Tip 5: Cool it, literally. After the shave (and body twisting), give your skin a cold splash of water. It helps close the pores and locks in that silky smooth feeling. Plus, it’s a nice little wake-up call if you’re shaving pre-coffee. Tip 6: Dull blades are not your vibe. Even great blades lose their edge. If your razor’s feeling a bit meh, it’s time to treat it (and yourself) to fresh Wilkinson Sword Intuition Complete Care refills. They glide smoothly, hug curves better, and seriously cut down on shaving irritation. Fresh blades = fewer ouch moments. Change them before your skin starts to rebel.