I am almost thirty years old and I haven’t got a single hair on my chest. My friend is basically Wolverine. And together we are… not a strange circus act, but both equally in need of a premium trimmer.
Every guy needs a trimmer. I need one to sculpt my “beard” and to tame my downstairs foliage. My friend needs one to remain palatable to human beings. But moreover, every guy needs a good trimmer. It’s an important milestone from adolescence to adulthood and indicates you’re now taking yourself seriously. Plus, you’ll get the girl, get the job, and probably end up saving a granny from a burning building. If that sounds flippant, it’s not. It’s true and we’ll prove why.
This piece delves into the world of trimmers: what makes a good one and why we think the Brio Beardscape V2 is the trimmer you’ve been waiting for. Armed with this article (and a Brio Beardscape V2) you’ll never have to lift another synapse thinking about trimmers ever again. Phewph.
What is a Trimmer and Why Do You Need One?
A trimmer neatens up and scythes away any unwanted growth, ultimately presenting a much more pleasing aesthetic. As it turns out, girls are attracted to that.
She Knows sought to investigate what women thought about beards. The survey revealed that women who made out with men with big beards felt it was akin to tonguing Jesus, Santa Claus, or a caveman. (Apparently, that’s a turn-off?) And when it came to pubic hair, Jenna, summed up the general attitude succinctly: “Ball fros are a big no-no.” Haley added that too far the other way was just as bad: “If you’re smoother than me, we have a problem.” And what hits the sweet spot directly in the middle? Yep, it’s a trimmer, folks.
And you really do get the job. Or, at the very least, keep the job. According to Hims, “Most respondents claim there is no official facial hair policy for their employers, but note that the expectation is to keep their facial hair clean and neat.” Companies expect a level of presentability that only the trimmer or a clean shave can achieve. This corporate phrenology indicates that a messy beard equals a messy character. Take note. If you want to be employable, keep those man-manes trimmed.
So, the verdict is to trim, trim, and keep on trimming, because a well-kept garden of hair looks generally very good. And saving grannies from burning buildings? Well, Santa’s beard would only be a fire hazard. Just saying.
What Makes a Good Trimmer?
Let us focus on the opposite of a good trimmer: the cheap, over-specialised trimmer. Purchasing one of these trimmers is prone to make your life difficult. They’re more likely to run out of battery mid-shave while away, break more easily, feel clunky in your hands, need plugging in, and can’t handle the range of applications that a full-body shaver needs.
On the flip side, a decent trimmer looks suave, is versatile, and does all the body’s shaving work with reliability. It can do clean shaven, beard shaping, beard trimming, and body hair trimming. That is why we are pointing you towards the Brio Beardscape V2…
Why The Brio Beadscape is The Trimmer You Need
The Brio Beardscape V2 is a premium product. It gives off that ineffable sensation of everything working in synchronicity. The ceramic teeth slice beard hair with alacrity and balletic poise. The base has a soothing warmth like a hot pebble on the skin and the soft vibrating hum is only relaxing and reassuring.
The whole experience feels like an overpriced wellness spa and those are the only ones worth visiting. For the record, I don’t actually want to further analyse this shaver’s technical abilities. It’s like dissecting and explaining your favorite joke. But, sadly, I must.
Versatility
A huge positive with the Brio Beardscape V2 is its versatility, especially by way of the hair length it can cut to and the types of hair it can deal with.
The Zero-Blade offers the closest cut. It is constructed of stainless steel and cuts to a precise 0.2mm beard hair length. It’s worth noting, that there aren’t many electric trimmers on the market that can achieve this length of closeness while keeping your skin nick-free, as I can attest.
The Ceramic Blade is the Brio Beardscape V2’s standard blade. However, this blade is anything but. The material choice achieves lower friction, produces less heat, and has a smoother feel on the skin compared to steel shavers. Plus, it’s four times the strength. This makes it the ultimate daily workhorse trimmer. The device has four adjustable length settings on the body: 1.9mm, 1.6mm, 1.3mm and 1.0mm, all in the realm of the “designer stubble” length. The settings are easy to manoeuvre and lock/unlock with the simple push of a button. Again, it’s the solidity and quality of the product that shines through here. So, find your preferred length and trim away.
Length Guards clip onto the robust ceramic blade to give further beard length variation. The double-sided guards offer 1mm, 2mm, 3mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm, and 18mm options. So, even if you want a little more heft, weight and length in your facial hair, you need not compromise on your presentability. Also, these various lengths are perfect for hairstyle fades, or just getting the ideal buzzcut. Ceramic blades paired with the length guard choices can do most of your body hair shaving.
The Body Blade accessory is perfect for trimming private parts. It is important not to use the same shaver or shaver head to prevent bacterial cross-contamination and skin conditions. But don’t settle for a separate rubbish trimmer just for your nuts. They deserve better and you know it.
Powerful Battery Life
The 2200 mAh Lithium-ion battery pumps out an impressive 1/6th of a day/4 hours/240 mins/14,400 seconds of continuous runtime. This is then channeled through a flexible 5-speed motor operating between 5K and 7K RPM, meaning you can balance battery longevity, shaving head temperature, and the need to cut gnarly body hairs.
The Vibrant Display
The color screen reveals the minutes of trim time remaining on the battery, shaver height, current trim speed, and alerts on when to oil the blade. Not only does the screen present an air of modernity, but it also provides valuable information.
Chic Design
The suave look of this shaver is sure to paint a proud smirk upon your face. The Brio Beardscape V2 has a stealthy, jet-fighter-like aesthetic available in two color options: Blackout and Gray. The geometric rubber grip pattern is an upgrade on the V1 and now allows for more precise handling, while adding aesthetic flair. If you consider the mysterious angles that body hair grows at, precision handling isn’t a phrase to be passed over lightly. It is a necessity.
Fit for Travel
New for the V2 is the travel lock. If you’ve ever been through customs, only to realize something in your bag is vibrating away in your carry-on or backpack, you’ll understand the use of a travel lock. Hold the on/off button for 5 seconds and the trimmer locks itself. Just hold for another 5 seconds to get the function of the shaver back. For a little more panache and travel protection, Brio offers a silicone carrier, a blade box, a light travel bag, and a larger “pro” travel bag. All traveling eventualities can be catered to between these options.
Customer Service
If those fine features weren’t enough, Brio offers a two-year guarantee. Plus, the founder himself, Eric, provides excellent maintenance and use guides on the website. Nothing could be simpler or more reassuring than buying with Brio.
Final Verdict
Throughout this piece, we’ve covered a lot, from Santa Claus to ball-fros. We’ve dissected why a decent trimmer brings value to your life and examined one of the best trimmers in the business, the Brio Beardscape V2. While I’ve paddled it between my fingertips, let it glide around my chiseled bone structure, and experienced its prowess first-hand, don’t take it from me alone.
Michael on Amazon writes, “This is the best beard/trimmer I’ve ever owned… This thing feels [like] great quality… and cuts like a beast. A single charge on this thing will last me a couple of months which is insane. Since I’ve bought this trimmer I find myself using this thing daily and taking better care of my beard in general.” And if you’re thinking, argh, this has just been cherry-picked to prove your point, silly Journo, then I would point out that this is just one of 122 five-star reviews on Amazon, and the product averages overall 4.5 stars after 153 reviews.
The Brio Beardscape V2 has a supreme build quality, versatility of use, style, and good customer service. This combination makes it one of the best trimmers on the market. While we believe in this product, it’s nice to know so many others do too. We feel safe in our proclamation that this trimmer is one of the best.
