The ultimate men’s body trimmer? We put the GilletteLabs i7 to the test so you don’t have to

If you’re looking for the ultimate grooming tool, this is it. (Picture: Metro/Gillette/Scott D-S Wells/Getty)

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In 2026, the male grooming space has increased massively from the years when men didn’t know what a moisturiser was, or how beneficial a face wash would be in their daily lives.

One area in particular that men have always taken pride in with their appearance is shaving, making them appear more presentable, whether that be with a handheld razor or an electric shaver.

In recent years, this conversation has moved on from just the face and more into body grooming. Whether you like the caveman look or opt for squeaky clean and tidy, there’s nothing wrong with taking pride in how you look, and in turn how you feel. Especially now with the temperatures rising, the sun showing its face a little more and summer holidays on the horizon.

Gents, we have all been there when you’ve mustered up the energy to partake in some grooming, and the fear of nipping yourself quickly removes the motivation, especially if you’re tackling your private areas.

Well, let me introduce you to GilletteLabs Body i7 Elite Essentials Set for £124.99.

Using the GilletteLabs Body i7 Elite has been a game-changer for grooming. (Picture: Scott D-S Wells/Metro)

Inside the set, you’ll receive the GilletteLabs i7 Body + Intimate Hair Trimmer, 3x Body combs (3mm, 5mm and sensitive), GilletteLabs Body + Intimate 2‑in‑1 Shave Cream & Cleanser, a shower hanger, a storage pouch, a small cleaning brush, and a charging stand.

Let’s get straight into the i7 trimmer, which I have to say, has been a game-changer in my grooming routine. I was really pleasantly surprised by the difference and ease of it. I’ve gone through many gadgets that promise to reduce nicks and scrapes, yet I’m left bleeding over the bathroom floor.

This gadget is specially fitted with a sensitive comb to reduce any worries or concerns of hurting yourself, and I have to say, I didn’t catch myself once. It glides easily over the skin, catching each of the hairs to give an accurate trim. It also has auto-sense technology that changes the power output to adapt to different hair densities.

Soothe and protect your skin with the GilletteLabs Body + Intimate 2‑in‑1 Shave Cream & Cleanser. (Picture: Metro/Gillette)

It can be used on dry skin or in the shower with an AquaGrip handle and waterproof design, so you can get a good grip to reduce any slipping. It’s lightweight and easy to manoeuvre, so you don’t have to perform any acrobatics to get into the hard-to-reach areas.

One of my favourite things about the trimmer is that it has an LED spotlight, so you can see exactly where you’re going and if you’re catching all of the hair you need to. This works particularly well for the intimate area, or when trimming your body hair.

The device is even small enough to pack for long trips, or if you want to shape up whilst in the gym.

I can often suffer with redness after shaving/ trimming due to sensitive or dry skin, but the GilletteLabs Body + Intimate 2‑in‑1 Shave Cream & Cleanser is a brilliant addition I’ve now introduced into my routine. It is specifically formulated to protect, soothe and also clean the skin with the cleansing ingredients inside. 

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to fix up and look sharp with this brilliant tool that will become your greatest companion.

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