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Tester: Robyn Eugene, GLAMOUR's Social Media Manager.
Why we love it: This Braun IPL tool, the Silk Expert Pro 5 PL5257, is the safest, fastest and most efficient device we've tested. You can treat both legs in less than five minutes at the lowest energy level and use the precision head to reach difficult areas. Our Social Media Manager Robyn Eugene loved how quick and easy it was to use and how well it worked on various treatment areas, regardless of size.
- Pros: We love its compact design, and the fact that it emits 400,000 flashes which is 30% (!) more than the previous Silk Expert 5 models.
- Cons: There are quite a few hair and skin tone combinations that this device is not suitable for, and some reviewers report it as being a little painful.
Denise Primbet, GLAMOUR's Beauty Commerce Writer.
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Best cordless IPL machine
Machine type: IPL.
Flashes: 450,000.
Cordless? Yes.
Settings: Five adjustable settings.
Suitable for: Legs, underarms, bikini line and face.
Why we love it: Fans for the best-selling Philips Lumea will love one of the latest models in the series. The 9000 comes equipped with SenseIQ technology and the SmartSkin sensor that can detect your skin tone and automatically adjust the most comfortable light setting, making the treatment process a lot easier and gentle even on the most sensitive areas. Like all Philips Lumea devices, this machine has been clinically tested and developed with the help of dermatologists. As someone who has sensitive skin, I appreciated the pain-free experience and effective results. I've noticed a significant decrease in hair growth after just 3 weeks of use," says Denise Primbet, GLAMOUR's Beauty Commerce Writer.
- Pros: Intuitive in use, delivers impressive results, ergonomic design.
- Cons: This Hair Removal handset is quite expensive.
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Hattie Cotmore, GLAMOUR's Freelance Contributor.
Best at-home IPL device for legs
Machine type: IPL.
Flashes: Unlimited.
Cordless? No.
Settings: Ten.
Suitable for: Legs, arms, armpits, bikini line, face, lip and toes.
Why we love it: This device is one of the most powerful IPL machines we've reviewed. With 10 different energy settings and three modes to choose from, you'll be able to rid yourself of unwanted body hair in just under 12 weeks. After that, you'll just have to maintain as needed easy as 1-2-3. I found the overall experience pain-free, all I could feel is a subtle warm sensation that you can get easily used to after each session, shares Hattie Cotmore, GLAMOUR's Freelance Contributor.
- Pros: Very powerful and capable of up to 130 flashes per minute.
- Cons: Not suitable for blonde, red blonde, red and grey hair.
Georgia Trodd, GLAMOUR's Senior Commerce Writer.
Best IPL device for a full body treatment
Machine type: IPL.
Flashes: 120 per minute.
Cordless? No.
Settings: Five.
Suitable for: Full body treatments.
Why we love it: If you're on the lookout for an IPL device that focuses on wider coverage, you've got to consider the Foreo Peach 2, which can help finish a full body Hair Removal treatment in just 10 minutes per session. Its self-adjusting head effortlessly adapts to the curves and the contours of the body, meanwhile the T-Sonic technology will aid in targeting the root of the hair for lasting results. I loved using the Foreo Peach 2 alongside the Foreo app on my phone, which helped me find customisable treatments and make use of all the different intensities for my specific hair type and skin tone, says Georgia Trodd, GLAMOUR's Senior Commerce Writer.
- Pros: Helps easily cover larger areas in a short amount of time, features a built-in air cooling system to soothe the skin post-treatment.
- Cons: Less intuitive in use, expensive, not suitable for a range of skin tones.
