The best epilators for easy hair removal

Now let's cast your mind back to April 2020 when Braun launched the new Silk-épil 9 Flex, a groundbreaking innovation in epilation. Yes, it's the world's first epilator with a fully flexible head and the new gold standard in hair removal, and we've tested it! Before we get to that though... According to Braun, this beauty essential "appreciates the contours and lines that are individual to each woman; it's designed to flex to our body and our lifestyle." We also love that Argos now show realistic hair removal product card images.

Tried and tested review: (updated one year later, yes, I still use this epilator!) "I've never had a good experience using an epilator until I tried the Silk-9. Pulling the hair from the root is never going to be an easy task, but the device is 100% waterproof means I can use it in the shower and make it a more relaxing experience. I use it mainly to shave my legs, and I like how the pivoting head allows me to capture hard-to-reach spots around the back of my ankles. My favourite thing about the epilator is that it comes with a shaver and trimmer head as well as a bikini styler for the more private areas."

With the battery lasting longer than other Braun models, this version will work perfectly if you've got a lot of hair to sort out. Its blades are designed to pick up even the shortest of hairs, which means you don't have to wait days/weeks for your hair to grow out just to cut it.

A customer review said: "I love it…" I used to get waxed at the salon but due to a bad back, I stopped going. I then tried waxing at home and got into a right mess. So back to shaving and I noticed how thick the hair was getting. So decided to treat myself to this Braun silk 9 epilator. I've used it twice and I think it's amazing. It pulls all my hairs out including the thin blonde thigh fluff. I get it all as long as I am patient with it and pull your skin tight in all directions then it works perfectly."

For under £30 (thank you, Amazon sale), you can get yourself a nifty little epilator from Philips that'll do the same job as the big numbers but is easier to store. If you don't need a travel epilator, then why not consider this little gadget to use on your face? The epilator tweezers are small enough to use on facial hair, so you can remove fuzz with ease.

A helpful reviewer said: "About 10 years ago I had an epilator. I used it once. It felt like it was ripping my skin off. It ended up being binned. This epilator is different. Although ripping your hair out by the roots will never be a pleasant sensation, the roller thing on this model definitely helps to lessen the pain. I find it bearable even though my pain threshold is relatively low. The cord is quite long and not restrictive if you are near a plug socket."

It can be a little daunting to find the right facial hair removal tool for you - but we suggest investing in a small precision epilator like this Braun Mini Hair Remover. It can get into every nook and cranny, making it perfect for things like peach fuzz or sideburns.

A promising review said: "Great face hair remover. I have sensitive skin & it removed fuzz without any irritation. Make-up seemed to go on even better afterwards. I would recommend this product."

Hate shaving your legs only to get pesky stubble growing back a few days later? Invest in the Braun Silk Epil 1, and your legs will be buttery smooth for weeks, not just days.

A novice reviewer said: "I'd never dared to epilate before (although I have had my legs waxed sometimes.) Yes - it's a bit painful and takes time if like me you've grown a lot of leg hair, but for me, this is definitely the best hair removal method - lasts well, is cheaper, and you don't have to book appointments - why didn't I try this before?"

This Braun Silk 3 is different in that it has three different attachment heads. Featuring an epilator, shaver and trimmer head/comb, this is your all-in-one hair removal tool. These attachments are efficiently designed to adapt to every contour for an efficient epilation, even in difficult areas like the knees and underarms.

One reviewer said: "Great little product. It meets my needs with the two most important attachments - an epilator and shaver head. It's a sturdy design and the cord is long. The LED light is handy for showing up hairs in the area."

Let's be real, showers are just the easiest places to get hair removal done. No clothes getting in the way, and an easy clean up with a shower head (everyone hates pesky hairs hanging around). The Remington Wet and Dry is a renowned piece of kit that'll get the job done in and out of water. What's more, it comes with seven additional attachments, including an ultimate contour cap, massage cap with aloe vera, detail cap, shaver head, bikini comb, exfoliating brush, and pedicure head.

One reviewer said: "I have been epilating for many years and this is by far the best one I have EVER had! The head is flexible and moves with the shape of the area you are working on. It gets the shortest of hairs the first time around too. I have finally found the epilator that suits me and won't be using any other from now on!"

If you don't fancy any level of pain in your hair removal process - fair enough. The Philips Lumea IPL Hair Remover prevents up to 85% hair reduction in as little as three treatments, using innovative light-based technology to break the cycle of hair regrowth. Summary? The best hair removal lasers IPL devices can give you incredibly long-lasting results with no yowling involved.

An honest reviewer said: "It zaps the hair as it should. Not a lot of pain. The hair does not grow back for at least 3-4 weeks. It's the easiest hair removal technique I've used and does not hurt or flare up like most other hair removal techniques I've used in the past."

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