The best laser epilators for home use. Professional rating, reviews

Criteria for choosing devices for laser hair removal at home, the principle of their operation

In the history of laser hair removal, scientists have developed several types of hair removal devices that work on a similar principle. Each of them has both advantages and disadvantages. You should choose a device based on your specific skin type and expectations of a certain effect.

Ruby

The home laser epilator was the first device for removing body hair after the electric one. The principle of operation of ruby ​​devices is that their rod inside the device, when heated, produces rays that affect exclusively areas of the body with increased melanin. Not only dark hairs were exposed, but also dark skin itself.

Ruby epilators are not capable of removing light hair; they simply “don’t see” it. In addition, they can have a destructive effect on nearby moles, like a dark irritant that the ruby ​​rod is designed to destroy. In this regard, there is a risk of burns on dark areas of the skin.

Alexandrite

The next generation after ruby ​​epilators is alexandrite. Alexandrite rods have proven to be less aggressive to dark areas of the skin than their predecessors. Their beam length is longer, which means there is no need to come into close contact with the skin, as an invisible mole may appear in its path.

But these epilators still do not remove light hair, and they are not recommended for use when tanning.

Due to less impact on darker areas of the skin, it is possible to treat not only light skin tones found in the visible area, but also the bikini area, where the pigment is somewhat darker in some people. However, according to doctors, alexandrite epilators may still pose a danger to dark areas of the skin, despite the manufacturers' approval.

Diode

After alexandrite epilators, diode epilators were developed, and their task was to shorten the exposure time on the skin and follicle, act less aggressively on dark areas of the skin and recognize light hairs. The device successfully coped with these tasks. Now you can use it when tanning and on any area of ​​the body.

Another positive effect is the maximum penetration of the beam under the skin, namely 4 mm, which allows you to permanently remove the bulb, and not just damage it. After using diode epilators, hair on the treated areas will never grow back.

Neodymium

The latest generation of epilators is neodymium. The point of their development was to create a longer wave of impact on the follicle. But the experiment outdid itself from a negative point of view. The IR beam passed past the required area, slightly touching the bulb.

The effect of such hair removal is short-lived and after some time it should be repeated. In addition, neodymium epilator only works on dark areas of the skin, ignoring light, visible parts of the body.

How does laser hair removal work?

The effect of the drug is that the infrared beam is directed directly to the base of the hair and penetrates directly to the bulb. As a result, after several sessions she dies. And over time, hair stops growing in this place altogether.

Read more about how laser hair removal works - the principle of operation.

Laser epilators can be equipped with an alexandrite or neodymium laser. However, in fact, they differ only in price.

A more important classification is the function Single (translated as one, the only one) and Scan (translated as study).

The Single household laser epilator affects only one hair, while the Scan has a scanning function. Of course, Scan epilators are more convenient - you don’t need to look for hairs, the scanner itself recognizes them and directs the beam there. Scan has an irradiation area of ​​60 square meters.
mm of skin. Information ! There are devices in which the Single and Scan functions are combined.

Advantages and disadvantages of laser hair removal

Home laser epilators, unlike professional ones, have a number of disadvantages. For example, the area affected by the beam is about 30 mm₂, that is, each hair will have to be irradiated separately for 4 seconds. This may take a long time. Only some epilators with a scanning function are capable of capturing an area of ​​60 mm₂.

Another disadvantage is the need to carry out several procedures. A home epilator cannot destroy the bulb at once; its power is not so high. In addition, burning hair at once creates the risk of burns. Therefore, the weaker the power, the safer the device. It will take 2-3 sessions to completely remove body hair, the interval between them is 2-3 weeks.

One of the advantages is the relatively low cost compared to professional models, which cost an average of $300. Home appliances cost an average of 15-30 thousand rubles. Plus, the procedure is carried out in the comfort of your own home. The savings are significant when compared to visiting a beauty salon, where several sessions may be required.

Choice

In order not to be disappointed in choosing an epilator, you need to approach its choice with full understanding. It is best to focus on criteria such as procedure time, laser exposure area, and beam length. The most effective and safest lasers are those with a beam length of 808 nm.

Before purchasing, it is better to take a photo of the laser epilators you like with their characteristics, then compare their pros and cons at home, and then make a purchase.

Contraindications to the procedure

Although home laser epilators do not have a negative effect on the skin and only work on hair follicles, they still have a number of contraindications for use. It's all about infrared rays, the strong effects of which, under certain circumstances, can negatively affect blood cells. The person doing laser hair removal must be completely healthy.

IR rays are contraindicated for people who:

• pregnant and breastfeeding women;

  
  Laser epilators should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

• have any cancer;
• suffer from any kind of skin diseases, including abrasions, cuts and bruises on the surface of the skin;
• predisposed to varicose veins, problems with blood vessels and the circulatory system;
• have diabetes mellitus type I and II;
• take antibiotics during hair removal.

In addition, laser hair removal should not be done if you have a sun tan; in this case, there will be no result - the IR rays will simply scatter over the surface of the skin. An abundance of moles on the body may also be a reason to refuse the procedure.

Principle of operation

Hair removal using this device is based on the use of a laser, which, by heating the hair pigment melanin, destroys the hair follicle.

Thanks to this operating principle, the possibility of damage to the skin and the appearance of painful sensations during the procedure is eliminated. There are also epilators that act not on melanin, but on hemoglobin and oxyhemoglobin.

Since the laser epilator has a small impact area, hair removal becomes a very slow process, and the visible effect is achieved only after 5-10 uses of the device.

However, a decrease in the number of hairs and a slowdown in their growth is noted after the first course of procedures.

Laser hair removal zones. Features of the procedure

Using modern, new generation epilators that are completely safe for the skin, you can perform hair removal on any healthy area of ​​the skin.

Epilation can be performed for:

• legs;
• hands;
• neck;
• backs;
• faces;
• belly;
• breasts;
• bikini zones.

You should not bring the laser to the mucous membranes: to the eye (removing an eyelash) and around the eyes, try the beam on the tongue and near open wounds on the body.

The skin should be smooth and clean, folds on the body should be smoothed out, allowing the laser to directly hit the follicle.

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Is it possible to perform deep bikini hair removal using a diode laser?

Epilation of intimate areas is one of the most popular procedures. Laser hair removal is the safest and fastest method of removing unwanted hair in the bikini area. Even total hair removal - complete hair removal in the bikini area, perineum and between the buttocks - will be comfortable for you, and the results will be noticeable after the first session.

The PALOMAR VECTUS diode laser does not leave irritation or burns on the delicate skin of intimate areas and will solve the problem of ingrown hairs. The bikini hair removal procedure takes less than half an hour. If you have blond or red hair, a neodymium laser is additionally used. After completing a course of procedures, it becomes possible to get rid of unwanted hair for a long time.

Carrying out the procedure

Homemade laser epilators should be studied in detail after purchase. To do this, you need to read the instructions, become familiar with its power, area and time of exposure. On many devices, 2 buttons are built into the beam area, pressing them simultaneously turns on the beam itself. This is done for safety, so as not to accidentally press 1 button and direct the laser, for example, into the eye.

Carrying out the procedure:

1. It is necessary to prepare the skin by washing it with soap and wiping it dry.
2. Then, by pressing the device against your body or pressing the button with your thumb (depending on the model), the beam itself is activated.
3. The radiation is carried out on average for 2-4 seconds, which is due to the power of the epilator.

4. During this time, the beam manages to penetrate the follicle and treat it with high temperature, simply burning its contents.
5. After the procedure, the skin can be lubricated with a soothing cream.

To begin with, it is advisable to conduct testing. To do this, a separate area on the skin is selected and the hair removal procedure is carried out, say, on 2-4 cm₂ of the body. After this, you should wait 2-3 days and observe what the effect will be. Hair begins to fall just during this period, and not immediately. After the test has been successfully completed, you can safely begin treating the entire body.

The reasons that lead to ingrown hairs are:

1. Changes in hormonal levels (with a surge of the hormone estrogen in the 1st half of the menstrual cycle). Such changes can also occur with dysfunction of the endocrine system and increased production of estrogen.

2. Damage during the epilation process of the hair canal.

3. Formation of a microscopic scar in the hair canal after depilation. Trauma can also cause the canal to become overgrown.

4. Hair injury (breaking off) below the level of the epidermis, which occurs as a result of improper hair removal.

5. Shaving, which is carried out against the hair growth, especially with a dull blade.

6. Wearing uncomfortable and tight underwear, especially made from synthetic materials. Such underwear does not promote the evaporation of moisture from the surface of the skin and often causes a bacterial infection. Therefore, it is not recommended to wear synthetic underwear immediately after hair removal, as in this case inflammation of ingrown hairs occurs.

I do not recommend dealing with this problem at home. Since any methods of “picking out hair” are a very high risk: post-traumatic pigmentation, scar formation, high risk of inflammation (secondary infection). This problem cannot be dealt with at home. You need to contact a cosmetologist.

What is the best way to remove unwanted facial hair?

— Eyebrows can be plucked with tweezers and corrected with thread. But vellus hair on the face in the area of ​​the upper lip (moustache), chin, temples, forehead - it’s better not to. This is a very important area even for laser hair removal of the upper lip and other areas on the face. For example, about 2-5% of the hair on the upper lip is in the active growth phase, that is, it grows back very quickly. It is necessary to do 10-15 sessions even with a laser. If you shave, pluck, or wax, the hair becomes darker, coarser, and longer. These areas have sensitive skin, so you are guaranteed to experience constant irritation. Wax in 80% of cases leads to burns, the skin becomes pigmented, a dark stripe appears on the lips, which further emphasizes unwanted hairs. Laser hair removal on the upper lip takes minutes and costs about two thousand rubles. In eight months you are guaranteed to get rid of both hair and complexes.

However, it is better to remove hair not by zones individually, but in combination. For example, laser hair removal on the neck, ears, and full facial hair removal for men will cost less than epilation of individual areas.

What types of lasers are used for laser hair removal on the legs and other areas of the body?

Types of permanent hair removal methods: photoepilation, electroepilation, various types of lasers - alexandrite, diode, elos-epilation...

How are they different and which is more effective?

— At the moment, laser and ELOS hair removal are considered the most effective methods of hair removal. Again, because they allow you to completely solve the problem of unwanted hair on any part of the face and body in six months with maximum comfort for the patient. Usually, when a patient thinks about how to solve the problem of unwanted hair on the face and body, he/she usually considers three types of permanent hair removal: electrolysis, photoepilation and laser. Let's compare the methods.

Electrolysis VS Laser hair removal

Electrolysis seems at first glance to be more affordable, but this procedure is very painful, takes a lot of time (compared to a laser - hours, not minutes), is performed repeatedly, and also has a high risk of scarring. This is a good method for removing gray hair, as well as very light hair devoid of pigment in blondes and redheads, since the principle of laser hair removal (“trap” for the beam - hair pigment) does not work in this case.

Note: Light hair removal methods require a bit of physics. How do they work? The trap for light is melanin contained in the hair shaft - that is, pigment. When the target melanin is heated, the laser energy also destroys the follicle and the entire reproductive apparatus of the hair (stem cells).

Photoepilation VS Laser hair removal

Photoepilation appeared earlier, today it is a morally outdated method, like players and DVD players. That is, they work, but why? Photoepilation is approximately 20% less effective, painful, and longer lasting than laser hair removal! The limitations are embedded in the technology itself. During photoepilation, a beam of waves is produced, and they are all of different lengths. Therefore, some of them are absorbed by the skin, some by the pigment of blood vessels, and only part by the pigment of the hair. That is, photoepilation will only be effective for people with white skin and black hair! Others will go through the course long and painfully. If you increase the power for light hair, there will be burns. If you don’t increase it, the efficiency is low.

At the LazerJazz clinic, laser hair removal of the white line of the abdomen and other areas is painless and effective. Laser parameters are selected individually for each patient.

Alexandrite laser

The laser is called “Alexandrite” because it uses an artificial alexandrite crystal enriched with chromium. The alexandrite laser has a wavelength of 755 nanometers. This laser is called the gold standard for hair removal because 755 nanometers is the same wavelength that is maximally absorbed by hair pigments, not by the skin or blood vessels (this wavelength refers to the infrared region of color, i.e. in the area of ​​strong absorption by melanin of the hair ). Thus, it is with the alexandrite laser that maximum absorption of hair pigment and follicle occurs without affecting the skin. High speed of the procedure: with photoepilation it takes hours, with an alexandrite laser it takes minutes. Works with all hair types and skin phototypes, including tanned skin (2 weeks before and 2 weeks after tanning). Those. Laser chest hair removal is possible even for a man who has recently returned from vacation.

Diode laser

If the hair follicles are located deep enough (coarse hair and stubble), then you should pay attention to a diode laser: hair removal with this device is carried out at the longest light wave - 800-940 nm. But their aesthetic drawback is that the client does not leave with smooth skin. Hairs begin to fall out only 10-14 days after hair removal; they are still “growing” by inertia, so you will have to shave this area, which is not very convenient if we are talking about the face! Diodes do not cope well with thin vellus hair that is on the face, or with weakened hairs at the end of the hair removal course. The Alexandrite laser cannot be replaced in this case! It works with any hair type and skin phototype, but for dark-skinned people it is safer than alexandrite, unless it is known whether the doctor has the proper qualifications and experience. In our clinic, laser hair removal on the thighs and other places is carried out only by highly qualified doctors who are well versed in the features of any type of laser.

Elos hair removal

ELOS hair removal technology is much more effective and comfortable compared to other types of hair removal, because ELOS hair removal is not photoepilation or laser hair removal, but a combination of two types of energy: laser and RF energy. This combined action allows you to most accurately destroy the hair structure, stopping its growth. LazerJazz Elos hair removal is carried out using the latest generation Elos Plus device. The LazerJazz clinic was the first in Russia where this unique equipment appeared in 2013. Elos Plus is recognized as the fastest and safest device for Elos hair removal. It is he who is equipped with the painless Motif HR attachment. Today, ELOS hair removal is recognized throughout the world as one of the safest hair removal methods. ELOS hair removal summarizes all the advantages of existing technologies - photoepilation, laser hair removal, electrolysis, and combines electrical and optical energy. During the procedure, the hair follicle is destroyed under the simultaneous action of high-frequency light pulse energy and current. Ideal for areas with high sensitivity - armpits, bikini, men's facial hair removal, coarse, deep-lying hair, even laser hair removal of intimate areas is performed with a high degree of efficiency... Works great on blonde hair. And the restrictions on the period of abstinence from hair removal, after and before the beach, are lower - only a week! RF energy turns hair removal into a rejuvenating, powerful lifting procedure.

Light Sheer Duet – new generation laser hair removal

This installation refers to innovative equipment of the latest generation. The device is equipped with vacuum amplification technology. The laser manufacturer is the American company Lumenis. Thanks to a number of innovative solutions, laser hair removal of the buttocks and any other areas of the body has become effective and as fast as possible. In this case, the patient does not feel pain, and the process itself is completely safe for the body.

During the procedure, the skin is “pulled” to the laser handle under the action of a vacuum. Thanks to this, the advantages of Light Sheer Duet can be considered:

• enhancing the effectiveness of the effect on hair follicles (for men and women);
• directing laser energy exclusively to the follicle;
• reduction of pain;
• immediate effect on a larger area of ​​skin;
• maximum comfort thanks to the special ChillTip system - cooling of particularly sensitive areas.

Before hair removal, the skin is examined and diagnosed, the type and color of not only the skin, but also the hair is determined. Next, the desired area is treated, for example, laser hair removal on the shoulders, etc. The equipment of the device includes two attachments - large and small. Their selection is made depending on the area being treated. Laser flashes lead to the destruction of the hair follicle. A slight tingling sensation may occur during the session, but this does not cause discomfort for most people. The Light Sheer Duet system works with virtually no pain in humans and goes away quite quickly. Hair and its follicle are removed 100%.

What are the advantages of laser hair removal?

— From the first procedure, the problem of ingrown hair will disappear (laser hair removal is an indication for the treatment of this problem). For laser hair removal, you do not need to grow your hair (as for waxing), it can be completely shaved off between procedures, but, unlike shaving, the hair's coarseness and intensity will never return. The laser improves the quality of the skin - its tone is evened out (post-traumatic pigmentation from ingrown hairs disappears, its microrelief improves (“the holes” from which the hair shaft grew go away). That is, the skin really becomes incredibly silky, this is not an epithet, this is a fact.

How many laser hair removal treatments are needed for a lifelong effect?

— Physiological characteristics such as skin color, thickness and hair color have their influence, but still, first of all, it is the device and the knowledge of the doctor, the laser therapist. This is a separate specialization in aesthetic medicine. Therefore, always inquire about these aspects before booking your laser hair removal appointment. In different areas of the face and body, hair has a different growth cycle. For example, bikini and armpit hair, as well as facial fuzz, are hormone-dependent areas, that is, these areas grow faster than hair on the legs, for example. For the most effective laser and ELOS hair removal, you need to be in the active phase (those hairs are visible). A course of laser hair removal using an alexandrite laser or elos hair removal is 4-5 procedures, hair does not grow for about 1.5-2 months. During each procedure, we destroy about 30% of unwanted hair, those follicles that are in the active phase, the rest is “sleeping”. Bikini, upper lip, laser hair removal of the armpit are hormone-dependent areas, hair grows faster there, the cycle is shorter, that is, the procedure must be performed more often: once a month, about 12 procedures, that is, on average, a year.

If you take a course in a salon, is it possible and necessary to use home appliances between sessions: a razor, an epilator?

— You need to sign up for a laser hair removal procedure as soon as the patient begins to be bothered by regrown hairs. This is at least 4-8 weeks. Hair can be shaved, but under no circumstances should it be plucked or removed with an epilator, since an effective laser procedure requires “living” hair follicles.

Do I need special skin care or any precautions after going to hair removal?

— On the day of laser hair removal, it is not recommended to use a swimming pool, chemical peels, scrubs, hot baths - anything that can cause skin irritation. Panthenol. Aloe, antioxidants - vitamin E, if there is no allergy. Contraindications: Standard set for hardware cosmetology: oncology, inflammatory skin diseases in the area of ​​the procedure, the presence of a pacemaker (elospilation), during pregnancy and lactation, active tanning (less than 2 weeks).

Are there any contraindications to laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal is essentially physiotherapy, so it has no absolute contraindications. The main thing is that a person clearly understands what we are doing and what state he is in. If everything is in order with this, then there are very few contraindications for laser hair removal. There are also pregnant women who, despite their situation, do not want to stop doing the procedures. Or, after giving birth to a child, literally a month or two later they come back for laser hair removal. It is important to explain so that clients fully understand that procedures during this period may not be as effective due to hormonal levels.

Such services are also contraindicated for people with cancer. Laser hair removal is not recommended for people with infectious diseases, acute forms of herpes, diabetes mellitus and severe varicose veins of the lower extremities.

Is laser hair removal suitable for men? If so, what areas of the body can be epilated with it?

Over the past couple of years, there has been a trend of increasing demand for male hair removal. At the same time, laser hair removal is considered the best choice for representatives of the stronger sex who are faced with the problem of increased hair growth in the armpits, stomach, shoulders, chest, back and in the area between the buttocks. In addition, this method is an excellent alternative to shaving the face, especially when the skin is hypersensitive and prone to irritation.

Skin care rules after the procedure

Since laser hair removal does have a destructive effect on certain segments of the body, after the procedure a recovery process begins, accompanied by pain, burning and inflammation.

To make the healing process faster, you must follow certain rules of skin care after hair removal:

• To reduce the discomfort from hair removal, apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in cloth to the affected area for 10 minutes. no more than 3 times a day;

• 3 times a day, the affected area can be treated with aloe vera extract, which will soften the skin and help get rid of inflammation;
• if severe pain is present, you can take a mild pain reliever, but not aspirin, which thins the blood, prolonging recovery time;
• if the pain does not stop within 24 hours, you should consult a doctor;
• the affected area should be protected from ultraviolet radiation, use sunscreen, and do not visit a solarium or beach for 6 weeks;
• you should avoid hot showers for 2-3 days while the burning sensation is felt, so as not to increase the pain;
• do not allow the body to heat up, avoid physical activity, visiting the gym, running, sports games;
• You need to cleanse your skin of dust 2 times a day, but no more, and you should use hygiene products for sensitive skin;
• if the skin dries out after epilation, you must use a moisturizer;
• after removing facial hair, you should refrain from using foundation and powder for 3-5 days;
• After removing armpit hair, deodorant should not be applied for at least another 1 hour.

How to use the device: step-by-step instructions

Before using a laser epilator at home, it is advisable to consult a cosmetologist and carefully study the instructions. Next, you must follow these rules:

1. Test a small area of ​​skin with the epilator turned on. It is necessary to observe her reaction over several hours. If no changes occur (itching, severe irritation), you can begin hair removal.
2. The skin should be clean and dry.
3. If the hairs are more than 3 mm, you need to shave them and wait until they grow slightly above the skin. Only in this case will the device operate effectively.
4. The epilator should be placed close to the treated area. At this time, a flash will occur, after which the device is moved to another place. Home epilators cover an area of ​​3 square meters. cm.
5. You cannot treat the same area twice during a session.
6. Hair affected by the laser will fall out in 3-5 days.

Important ! In order not to harm the skin, it is necessary to take breaks of at least 3 weeks between procedures.

The best home laser epilators

Home laser epilators are currently available in diode and neodymium types. Ruby instruments are no longer relevant and can rarely be seen anywhere. Alexandrite epilators can only be found in professional clinics; such devices are not available for home use. The following review will describe the most modern home epilators.

Braun IPL BD 5001

An English-made photoepilator has the function of sliding over the skin. The functionality includes intensity adjustment and 3 levels of flash power. The device is intended for epilation of legs, face, bikini area and main body. The epilator works from the mains and covers an area of ​​the body of 3 cm₂.

There is a special sensor on the side of the device that corrects the correct tilt; it will light up red if the beam is not positioned correctly relative to the skin.

The device includes a skin tone sensor, switching to optimal power, and a body contact sensor. The photoepilator comes with a Gillette razor, which is necessary for shaving the body before the procedure. Price in stores: 20-35 thousand rubles.

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Philips Lumea Prestige BRI950

Silk'n Glide Infinity 400K

Today, this Israeli photoepilator is the “longest-lived” of all models. Its resource is 400 thousand flashes, while other devices have only 100-300 thousand flashes. This model is also the fastest of all - it flashes at intervals of 1-2 seconds, cutting the processing time of one area in half.

The set includes only 1 nozzle with a working area of ​​3 cm₂.

The epilator has a built-in Bluetooth function, which allows you to connect it to a mobile phone and, by downloading the application on GooglePlay, keep a log of use or lock the device from children remotely. The device is capable of removing light hair and working with dark skin and tanning. The epilator does not have a built-in display, but it does have a sliding function. Device price: 25 thousand rubles.

Beurer IPL10000+

A semi-professional photoepilation device can be used both at home and in the salon. Its resource allows for 250 thousand flashes; after the expiration date, the cartridge can be replaced. The device has a built-in sensor that allows you to determine your skin type and shade and select the appropriate power and frequency of flashes for it.

The area of ​​influence is 7 cm₂, this is quite a lot for a home epilator, so due to this function it can be used in salons, saving time on surface treatment.

The device does not affect health and does not cause any contraindications. The power of the device allows you to significantly reduce the amount of hair on your body in 3-4 sessions. One session for all areas of the skin will be 25 minutes. The disadvantage of the epilator is that it is not intended for dark skin and is not capable of removing light and gray hair. Its price is 25 thousand rubles.

BaByliss G935E

The epilator of this model is designed to treat skin types IV (according to the Fitzpatrick table). The built-in sensor is able to determine a specific shade and adjust to the optimal power. The device's resource reserve consists of 200 thousand flashes, which means that the entire body can be processed 30 times. Already after the first procedure, heavy hair loss begins.

After completing the course, 90% of body hair is destroyed forever. The device has built-in bluetooth, which allows, through an application that can be downloaded on the manufacturer’s website, to adjust the power, keep a log of observations and control procedures, and also turn the device on and off remotely. The area of ​​the impact zone is one - 3 cm₂, the device operates from the mains. The price of the epilator is 15-19 thousand rubles.

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Smoothskin Bare IPL Hair Removal

The laser epilator of British origin works with skin type IV and independently selects the desired treatment mode. You will not be able to select the mode yourself; the device will not start if it is installed incorrectly. There is only one power button built into the case; the device does the rest on its own.

The lamp in this model does not have a resource reserve, that is, it is infinite. The processing speed is the highest today, the epilator is capable of 100 flashes per minute. In 10 min. you can walk completely over your entire body. There is no display on the device; the epilator operates from the mains. Photoepilator price: 17 thousand rubles.

Home laser epilators are designed to replace visits to expensive professional procedures in beauty salons. Despite the high cost of some of them, after a few times of use, they completely pay for themselves, considering the amount of time, effort and money that every woman or man spends on mechanical hair removal.

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What to look for when choosing

When choosing a laser epilator for home use, pay attention to a number of important criteria:

• Type of radiation. Professionals use diode, neodymium and alexandrite lasers in salons. The last 2 types are characterized by a high speed of action in the absence of pain, but they are ineffective for dark skin rich in melanin and light hair. As for the diode laser, it also removes hair quickly and can be used for different hair types.
• Functionality. Among the useful functions of modern models, it is worth highlighting the ability to finely adjust the exposure modes, intensity and frequency of the laser. It is convenient if the manufacturer has equipped the model with protection against accidental switching on and a shutdown timer when idle.
• Equipment. Often the kit may include a number of attachments useful in skin care; more expensive models even have accessories for facial rejuvenation procedures. Also, epilator manufacturers often supplement the devices with protective glasses, both for the technician and clients (if we are talking about a professional model).
• Ergonomics. If the device is light in weight and compact in size, it will be convenient to use. When choosing, pay attention to how comfortable it is to hold it in your hand and whether the surface does not slip out.
• Cooling system. This parameter largely determines how painful the procedure will be. Modern devices use a water-air system, which has a cooling effect on the skin area during treatment. This is a useful technology that minimizes burns.
• Trademark. It is better to give preference to equipment produced by companies with a good reputation. Make purchases at official dealerships, otherwise there is a risk of getting a fake. In the latter case, you should not count on the safe and effective use of a laser epilator. Products of leading brands are accompanied by a quality certificate and warranty service.
• Consumer reviews. Remember that when choosing a home epilator, you should take the time to read reviews on the Internet regarding different device models. This will allow you to find out how painful the procedure is, as well as whether the device is effective in practice.