This summer, besides portable fans, a shaving tool is an essential especially for those hitting the beach in their bikinis.

Trimming unwanted hair, however, remains a challenge for many. Shaving using traditional shavers cause abrasion and scratches that can cause infection, especially at the private area. Waxing, though now being touted as “painless,” causes potential ingrown hairs after removing hair from roots. Tweezing may result in folliculitis, irritation or infection of hair follicles caused by pulling hair, often leading to painful red bumps or pus-filled pimples especially in the underarms and private areas, which can be inconvenient when moving and dressing up.

Designed by women for women, Nala Woman Body Shaver changes the shaving game. First, it is very handy and minimalist in design, making it easy to store and bring everywhere, even during travel and beach trips. Second, it is rechargeable and has long battery life, eliminating the need of buying and replacing batteries often. Third, it is water-repellent, so it remains safe to use even if it is an electronic device if accidentally put under the shower. Perhaps, for as long as the product isn’t submerged, it still works.

Fourth, it really works! While it takes some time to use in trimming very fine underarm hair, its especially-designed electric blade works wonders for use in sensitive areas. Its contoured plate conforms to the body’s natural corners and contours, making it easy to shave even hard-to-reach places.

Fifth, it is easy to clean. While it comes with its own charger, mini brush and mini lubricant, even simply cleaning it with running water is enough.

Most importantly, although you can use it without using a shaving cream, it produces a smooth shave with no cuts, irritation and sharp residues that become itchy after shaving. Since it is biodegradable and free from chemicals and fragrance, it is safe to use even with sensitive skin and by teens starting to grow unwanted hair. It is so easy to use and works wonderfully that you might even wish you have more unwanted hair to shave!

With all unwanted hair gone, I now feel cooler despite the humid weather — inside, out! I now feel freer to move and to wear even tight pants.

Truly, Nala Woman Body Shaver, available at nalawoman.com, is a summer and all-season essential you never knew you needed.