Mustache trimmers are used to thin and shape the mustache. Virtually all trimmers are battery powered and rechargeable. They are about the size and shape of a small flashlight handle and most can be used to trim both beards and mustaches.

The type one should consider depends on a man’s needs and his budget. For those without a beard, one electric shaver sports a pop-up mustache trimmer. This would be an easy and economical choice. However, for men with a beard, or for those who demand greater precision and control, a stand-alone trimmer is best.

Another popular type of trimmer is one used for removing hair from the nostrils and ears. This trimmer can be purchased as a stand-alone model, but a number of moustache trimmers offer an attachment that serves this purpose.