Choosing an epilator: 5 popular models

Philips Satinelle HP 6420

The basic model of the epilator, which does not have special devices for eliminating painful sensations when working with sensitive areas (for example, a deep bikini line). The package includes one main nozzle, a power cord and a cleaning brush. If your skin has a low pain threshold, and you think that it makes no sense to overpay for unnecessary functions, this epilator model will be quite enough.

The Philips HP 6420 is powered by rotating metal hypoallergenic discs with tweezers (20 pcs), which allow you to remove the maximum number of hairs in one zone in one "pass". There are two speed modes: for gentle and maximally effective epilation.

In the list of bonuses of this model, the manufacturer mentions additional protection against skin irritation due to the width of the disc opening less than 0.6 mm and the ability to work with a minimum hair length of 0.5 mm. But, based on customer reviews, in fact it is better to wait for a hair length of at least 1-1.5 mm – then the epilation will be of higher quality.

This model is not waterproof and its use in the shower is not provided. Philips HP 6420 is intended only for dry hair removal without any cosmetics (shaving foam, lotion, etc.). At the same time, the removable epilating head can be washed under running water.

Panasonic ES-EU10

All the same basic model of the epilator, the functionality of which is expanded by the ability to produce both dry and wet hair removal (during the latter, you can use creams and shaving gels, this reduces painful sensations).

Unlike the previous model, it has only one standard operating speed, but this is not an obvious disadvantage. After all, the slower the tweezers pull out the hair, the more likely it is that he will not tear it off at the root, but will remove it with a bulb. Using an epilator in an accelerated mode of operation, you risk that the hairs will not break out by the root, but break off. It turns out that epilation at standard speed, although painful, is more effective.

The reduced noise level (up to 75 dB) ensures relatively quiet operation of the device.

The Panasonic ES-EU10 only runs on battery power. On the one hand, this is a plus: a wireless epilator is more convenient than a device that works from the network, since it can be used wherever it is convenient for you, as well as take it with you on the road. On the other hand, this is a minus: the duration of continuous battery life is only 25 minutes, then it needs to be charged up to 15 hours. For a full-fledged epilation of the legs and bikini line, this time may be enough only for an experienced user. Judging by customer reviews, not everyone fits into this time limit, most claim that without a certain skill, the epilator is literally enough for "one and a half" legs.

In addition to the standard nozzle with 24 metal epilation tweezers, the package includes a convenient handbag for storage and transportation, as well as a cleaning brush.

Philips Satinelle HP 6540

Philips HP 6540 is three full–fledged tools for removing unwanted hair for the price of one epilator.

Its equipment includes a basic epilator, a wireless narrow mini-epilator for difficult areas, as well as a hand tweezers with a backlight and a mirror. Tweezers are designed to work on the face, although, as practice shows, it is very convenient to check and adjust the quality of hair removal on other parts of the body with its help.

The main epilator with the number of tweezers 21 pcs. equipped with a removable head that can be washed under water, works only from the mains, has two speed modes (for normal hair removal and for fine hairs).

The mini-epilator for sensitive skin areas is powered by two conventional batteries (AA). Its head does not detach from the body (however, it is easy to clean it with a special brush, which is included in the kit). The tweezers and the mirror are placed in a neat compact case in the form of a tube.

Judging by user reviews, the main epilator removes coarse hair better, thinner – worse. The mini-epilator removes unwanted vegetation with a thin strip (a narrowed row of tweezers treats a small area of the skin), and, therefore, epilates more carefully and not so painfully. Tweezers with illumination are an indispensable thing for the pedantic and myopic. Many users speak positively about this set item.

Therefore, Philips HP 6540 can be advised to choose those who plan to use it for the bikini area and armpits. If you need a good epilator for your legs, it's better to look for another model.

Remington Smooth & Silky EP 7020

The epilator package includes three additional attachments in addition to the main nozzle, which makes the device a 4-in-1 device. This model is suitable for women whose skin is more sensitive to such unpleasant procedures.

The total number of tweezers is 40 pcs (the highest figure among all the models in our review), which makes hair removal much more effective.

The nozzle for delicate hair removal serves as a limiter of the tweezers, which allows the epilating nozzle to become narrower and remove the hairs point-by-point. A nozzle with ultra-thin mesh and a trimmer removes hairs like a regular razor (intended mainly for creating bikini design lines). A special Perfect Angle nozzle provides an optimal angle of inclination of the epilator (the device works more efficiently if you hold it at an angle of 90 degrees to the leg). Massage nozzle with rollers covered with aloe vera reduces pain during epilation.

Whether it is worth chasing after so many additional attachments when choosing an epilator is a rhetorical question. A huge number of opposite reviews on the web suggests that all these nozzles perform a rather psychotherapeutic function: almost none of the users have yet confirmed their relevance. Some claim that their robots practically do not feel the result, while others cannot get enough of such a find.

The epilator has two speed modes. The device slows down or suspends operation if the skin is pressed too hard. There is a backlight on the body of the epilator, with which you can detect the thinnest and lightest hairs.

The package also includes a cosmetic bag for storage and a cleaning brush.

Remington i-Light Pro IPL 6000

Compact and simple photoepilator for contactless and painless hair removal at home.

Using the technology of intense pulsed light, Remington IPL 6000 is almost as good as salon equipment. The manufacturer promises the effect within 6 months after the hair removal procedure. The model is suitable for both women and men.

The device has a UV protection filter, a special skin contact sensor that automatically selects the mode and intensity of radiation that is suitable for your skin type. It works in a single–use and reusable flash mode, the interval between them is only 2 seconds. Before the flash, the device gives a signal: whether it is pressed correctly to the skin, if it is wrong, the flash does not work.

Like all photoepilators, the Remington IPL 6000 requires replacement of lamp modules after the lamp life expires. The maximum lamp life of this device is 1.5K flashes, while the device is equipped with three lamps.

The obvious disadvantage of this model can be called the high cost, (taking into account also the fact that the lamps, which sooner or later will have to be replaced, also cost a lot of money).

Also, when choosing this type of epilator, it should be remembered: dark hair on dark skin, as well as light hair on light skin, the photoepilator does not remove – it simply "does not see" them. In such cases, it is necessary to carry out nano-photoepilation (while such a service is available only in beauty salons).