How to Trim Nostril Hair

You could probably figure this one out on your own, but a few quick tips might spare your nose a bit of discomfort.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Mirrors
• Nostril Hair Trimmers
• Scissors
• Scissors

1. Stand in front of a mirror with a pair of small scissors in your hand.

2. Lean your head back slightly and tug up the edge of one nostril.

3. Carefully clip away any extraneous hair with the scissors. Clip the hair close to its base, if possible.

4. Look in the mirror and inspect your work. Touch up as necessary.

5. Repeat with other nostril.

6. Wipe your nose and wash the scissors.

Tips & Warnings

• You can use electric nose hair trimmers instead of scissors.
• Avoid putting the scissors too far into your nose.
• Cutting the inside of your nose hurts. Be cautious with the scissors.

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on 4/11/2007 I use army ants to trim my nose hairs. 2 ants are better then one, one in each nostral. After I get done using the ants to trim my nose hairs, then I take them out for supper. Their choice.

on 6/30/2006 I use nail clippers, the old fashioned kind with big handles (they look like wire cutters, but smaller). The ends aren't as pointy as scissors, so they don't scratch the skin as much. Because you grip with your whole hand not just your fingers, you have much more control over the cutting pressure, so you can squeeze just enough to cut the hairs but without danger of cutting into the skin.

I've tried the dedicated electric nose hair clippers with the round concentric circle blade and guard. They work and are quicker but don't get the hair trimmed as close to the base, and tend to leave a few straggling hairs so you have to use them more often. Also, cleaning them is more involved. I feel obligated to clean anything I stick up into my nose every time I'm done.

on 3/29/2006 I use a gas lighter and burns the hairs off. Works great with ear hair too. CAUTION: use wet flannel and dampen your head hair prior to this technique.

on 3/2/2006 I used to cut close to the skin but found that the hair grew out more stiff and caused greater irritation. I now just grab the offending hair(s) and yank them out.

on 1/5/2006 I use the same small electric trimmer on my nose hairs that I use to maintain my sideburns. It's a lot faster and easier than struggling with 25 different scissor angles.