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Braun Silk Epilator UK

Thanks for taking your time to read our reviews of the Braun Silk range of epilators that are currently available on the UK market. As you may already know, Braun lead the way when it comes to buying a good quality epilator.

They do however do a range of these and it can be very difficult to figure out how and why one model differs from the other. In this article we try to make that as easy as possible so as you can make the bet choice for your own needs.

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The Braun Brand

Braun make a wide range of epilators. These are designed to be used once and leave you hair free for weeks. They do these in various ranges which are numbered 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9.

Braun are part of the Proctor & Gamble brands group that also include Gillette and Oral-B. They do have a UK based customer service which is good.

Braun Silk Epilator Model Range

Braun make epilators and advertise them by model number. However each model sits within a specific range. These ranges include:

Braun Silk Epil 9 - there are 9 products in this range and these are the latest range of products with average prices of between £80-£130
Braun Silk Epil 7 - there are 10 products in total in this range and they are still popular choices and average prices between £75-£90
Braun Silk Epil 5 - there are 9 products in total in this range and they are still popular choices and average prices between £20-£75
Braun Silk Epil 3 - Only 1 product still selling in this range
Braun SIlk Epil 1 - Only 1 product still selling in this range

They appear to like using odd numbers for each range. The important thing to note here is that the higher the Series number, the more recent the products will be. They are also the more advanced products using the latest technologies.

While that is good, the downside is that the "Epil 9 range," will also be more expensive than the older ranges.

Braun Silk Epil 9 Products

Braun Silk-épil 9 9-720

There are a few in this range which we have listed just below:

Braun Silk-Epil Beauty Set 9 9-995 9-in-1 Hair Removal Epilator (92%)
Braun Silk-Épil 9 SkinSpa 9-961v Wet and Dry Epilator (92%) - Best Seller
Braun Silk-Épil 9 9/980 SkinSpa SensoSmart Wet and Dry Epilator (92%)
Braun Silk Epil 9 561 Wireless Hair Removal (90%)
Braun Silk-épil 9 9-561 Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator (86%)
Braun Silk Epil 9-558 Wet and Dry Epilator for Women (86%)
Braun Silk-épil 9 9-961V SkinSpa 4-in-1 Epilator (82%)
Braun Silk-épil 9 9-961e SkinSpa 4-in-1 Wet and Dry Epilator (82%)
Braun Silk-épil 9 9-521 - Wet & Dry Cordless Hair Removal Epilator (82%)

Braun Silk-Epil Beauty Set 9 9-995 9-in-1 Hair Removal Epilator

92% buyer satisfaction rating
This is their deluxe model so no surprise that it gets the highest buyer ratings
It is a 9-in-1 hair removal and beauty set
Can be used on the face and body
Used to exfoliate, epilate, shave, trim, tone, cleanse and apply creams and makeup
There are 3 body exfoliation and massage attachments that tone the skin and remove dead skin cells (this helps prevent ingrown hairs)
The epilator removes 4x shorter hair than wax forgives up to 4 weeks of smooth skin
The face epilator gently removes facial hair
Cordless use up to 50 minutes
Can be used both wet and dry; use in the bath or shower

92% buyer satisfaction based on 350+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk-Épil 9 SkinSpa 9-961v Wet and Dry Epilator

92% buyer satisfaction rating
This is one of their biggest sellers online which is down to the quality and price point
It is both a wet and dry epilator for gentle hair removal
The manufacturer claims this epilation technique removes hair 4 times shorter than a wax treatment
It also has a deep massage pad
It comes with 4 body brushes that exfoliate and help to reduce ingrown hairs
It also has a shaver for the bikini line and sensitive areas

92% buyer satisfaction based on 6,000+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk-Épil 9 9/980 SkinSpa SensoSmart Wet and Dry Epilator

92% buyer satisfaction rating
This is the first epliator to use Braun's new sensosmart technology
Has guides for less pressure, to remove even more hair versus other Braun epilators
It is a cordless wet and dry hair removal epilator
Can be used in the bath or shower
Comes with two body exfoliation brushes to reduce ingrown hairs
Has 13 extras, including facial cap, skin contact cap, shaver and trimmer cap, bikini trimmer for sensitive areas

88% buyer satisfaction based on 1,500+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk Epil 9 561 Wireless Hair Removal

90% buyer satisfaction rating
This one uses Braun’s revolutionary MicroGrip Tweezer technology which removes hair 4x shorter than wax can catch
Gives results that last up to 4 weeks
Can be used both wet and dry
Uses vibration to provide an extra gentle skin sensation during epilation to reduce discomfort.
Has a pivoting head
Uses a smart light to reveal even the finest of hairs

90% buyer satisfaction based on 2,500+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk-épil 9 9-549 Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator

90% buyer satisfaction rating
The actual head on this epilator is 40% wider than other epilators - this removes more hair in one stroke
It is suitable for wet and dry use
It is also cordless
Comes with a facial cleansing brush
Also has a high frequency massage cap, a skin contact cap, and a charging stand for an always charged device

88% buyer satisfaction based on 200+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk Epil 9-558 Wet and Dry Epilator for Women

88% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a cordless wet and dry epilator
Comes with a facial epilator to precisely remove even the finest facial hair from the root
Has three extras, a face epilator, a high frequency massage cap and a skin contact cap
Comes with a UK 2 pin plug
Uses pulsing vibration, a pivoting head and the smart light technology

88% buyer satisfaction based on 2,500+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk-épil 9 9-961V SkinSpa 4-in-1 Epilator

92% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a wet and dry epilator that removes more hair in one stroke
This type of epilation removes hair 4 times shorter than wax
Has a deep massage pad to help improve skin appearance
Comes with 4 brushes
Also has a shaver for bikini and sensitive areas
Uses sonic exfoliation- Visibly refines skin with 3000 micro-vibrations per minute

92% buyer satisfaction based on 3,000+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk-épil 9 9-961e SkinSpa 4-in-1 Wet and Dry Epilator

82% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a combined 4-in-1 epilation and exfoliation system
Has a shaver head for depilation of sensitive areas and two other body exfoliation brushes
Has a 40% wider epilation head that removes more hair in one stroke
It is a cordless wet and dry epilator that is virtually painless
The blue body exfoliation brush deeply exfoliates to reduce ingrown hair

90% buyer satisfaction based on 600+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk-épil 9 9-521 - Wet & Dry Cordless Hair Removal Epilator

82% buyer satisfaction rating
This is one of their biggest sellers and one of the most affordable in this particular range
Uses a microgrip tweezer technology that removes with precision even the shortest hairs
Has the 40% wider epilation head that removes more hair in one stroke, for up to 4 weeks of smooth skin

88% buyer satisfaction based on 1,500+ online buyer reviews

Braun Silk Epil 7 Products

Braun Silk-Epil 7 7-880 SensoSmart

Here is a list of the Braun Silk Epil 7 range and again we have put these by the highest buyer rated first to make things that little bit easier.

Braun Silk-épil 7 7-521 Electric Hair Removal Epilator (98%)
Braun Silk-épil 7 SkinSpa Epilator 7-921e (90%)
Braun Silk Epil 7 7-537 Women's Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator (86%)
Braun Silk-Epil 7 7-561 Wet and Dry Epilator for Women (84%)
Braun Silk-Epil 7 7-880 SensoSmart Cordless Wet and Dry Epilator (82%)
Braun Silk-Epil 7 7871 Wet & Dry Dual Epilator with Gillette Venus Technology (82%)
Braun Silk Epil 7-751 Wet & Dry Dual Epilator (80%)
Braun Silk-épil 7/7681 Epilator Xpressive Pro (80%)
Braun Silk-épil 7 7891 Wet and Dry Cordless Dual Epilator (74%)
Braun Silk-épil 7 7381 Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator (74%)

1. Braun Silk-épil 7 7-521 - Wet & Dry Cordless Electric Hair Removal Epilator

98% buyer satisfaction rating
Braun stats that this is their most gentle epilator
Uses close grip tweezers to efficiently remove hairs as fine as a grain of sand
Gives up to 4 weeks of smooth skin
It is cordless and can be used wet or dry
It is virtually painless
Comes with a frequency massage cap and an efficiency cap

2. Braun Silk-épil 7 SkinSpa Epilator 7-921e, with Scrub Brush

90% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a 2-in-1 epilation and peeling system
Gives up to 4 weeks of smooth skin
Can be used wet or dry
Has a high-frequency massage system
The head of the epilator swivels and as such moves with the contours of your body
Uses a Smartlight to make even the finest hair visible
Comes with a scrub brush, cleaning brush, charging cable

3. Braun Silk Epil 7 7-537 Women's Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator

86% buyer satisfaction rating
This model uses close-grip tweezers to remove hairs for up to 4 weeks of smooth skin
It is a cordless epilator that can be used wet or dry
Comes with a high frequency massage cap, efficiency cap and a Venus Swirl razor for tricky areas
Also comes with a UK 2-Pin Bathroom Plug

4. Braun Silk-Epil 7 7-561 Wet and Dry Epilator for Women

84% buyer satisfaction rating
Can be used wet or dry
It is a cordless epilator
Virtually painless hair removal with regular use
Comes with a bonus bikini trimmer
Also has a shaver head and trimmer cap

5. Braun Silk-Epil 7 7-880 SensoSmart Cordless Wet and Dry Epilator

82% buyer satisfaction rating
This is known as a Smart epilator with sensosmart technology that helps guide your epilation
It is cordless and can be used dry or in the bath or shower for gentle epilation
Comes with 7 extras that include a shaver and trimmer cap for sensitive areas, skin contact cap, facial cap, sensitive cap, and pouch

6. Braun Silk-Epil 7 7871 Wet & Dry Dual Epilator

82% buyer satisfaction rating
This epilator ever, enhanced with Gillette Venus technology for dual-action hair removal
It epilates and shaves simultaneously
Can remove fine hairs from the root and exfoliates to leave skin smooth for up to 4 weeks
It can adjust to the body's natural contours using a pivoting head
Comes with a smoothing cap and cap for sensitive areas
Also comes with three attachments specifically designed to give you superior results in different areas of the body

7. Braun Silk Epil 7-751 Wet & Dry Dual Epilator

80% buyer satisfaction rating
Can be used dry but also suitable for use in the bath or shower
Uses close-grip tweezers, enhanced with Gillette Venus technology for dual-action hair removal
Takes hairs out from the root and exfoliates to leave skin smooth for up to 4 weeks
It is a dual epilator that epilates and shaves
Comes with four attachments including a charging stand, a smoothing cap with Gillette Venus technology, an efficiency cap and a cap for sensitive areas

8. Braun Silk-épil 7/7681 Epilator Xpressive

80% buyer satisfaction rating
Can be used wet or dry for effective results up to 4 weeks
Uses close grip tweezer technology
Comes with 5 attachments
Has a flexible epilation head that adapts to the contours of your body
A Smartlight: makes even the finest hairs visible

9. Braun Silk-épil 7 7891 Wet and Dry Cordless Dual Epilator

74% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a dual epilator that epilates and shaves
Can be used wet and dry
Uses 40 close-grip tweezers, enhanced with Gillette Venus technology for dual-action hair removal
Comes with 4 attachments including a charging stand, a smoothing cap, an efficiency cap and a cap for sensitive areas

10. Braun Silk-épil 7 7381 Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator

74% buyer satisfaction rating
Can be used wet or dry
Uses 40 close-grip tweezers for better removal of even the shortest hairs
Also has a Smartlight to help you find even the finest hairs
Has various speed options
Comes with 2 attachments specifically designed to give you superior results in different areas of the body

Braun Silk Epil 5 Products

Braun Silk-Epil 5 5-870 SensoSmart Epilator

Here is a list of the Braun Silk Epil 5 range and again we have put these by the highest buyer rated first to make things that little bit easier.

Braun Silk-épil 5 5329 Bianco (84%)
Braun Silk-Epil 5 Power 5780 Epilator, Hair Removal with 7 Extras Including Shaver Head and Trimmer Cap, White/Green (82%)
Braun Silk Epil 5-541 Women's Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator with 4 Extra Attachments Including Shaver Head (82%)
Braun Silk-Expert 5 BD 5001 Laser Hair Removal at Home for Body and Face, Corded IPL and Permanent Hair Removal, Includes Gillette Venus Razor, White/Bronze (82%)
Braun Silk-Epil Lady Shaver 5-100 Pink, Electric Shaver and Trimmer System with 1 Extra (82%)
Braun Silk-Epil 5-511 Starter Kit Wet and Dry Epilator for Women, Cordless Epilation and Hair Removal Plus Beginners Cap, 3 Attachments (80%)
Braun Silk-epil Lady Shaver 5-560 3-in-1 Cordless Electric Shaver, Trimmer and Exfoliating System, Purple (80%)
Braun Silk Expert 5 IPL Hair Removal BD 5008, Permanent Visible Hair Removal at Home for Body and Face, Corded for Non-Stop Use + Braun Face Cleansing Brush, White/Bronze (78%)
Braun Silk-épil Lady Shaver 5-160, 3-in-1 Wet and Dry Electric Shaver, Trimmer and Exfoliation System with 2 Extras, Blue (78%)

1. Braun Silk-épil 5 5329 Bianco

84% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a waterproof epilator
It uses SmartLight technology so as you can see even the finest of hairs
It also has massage rollers
It comes with 2 speed s
Comes in a Raspberry/white colour

2. Braun Silk-Epil 5 Power 5780 Epilator

82% buyer satisfaction rating
Uses 40 close grip tweezers to remove even the shortest hair for up to 4 weeks
Uses a high frequency massage system
Has a pivoting head that follows every contour of the body for skin contact
Also has Smartlight that reveals even the finest hair
Comes with 7 extras that include a shaver head, a trimmer cap, a sensitive area cap, a facial cap, a massage cap, a skin contact cap and a cooling glove

3. Braun Silk Epil 5-541 Women's Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator

82% buyer satisfaction rating
Uses 28 micro-grip tweezers to remove even the smallest hairs
Has an anti-slip grip
Uses a high frequency massage system
It is cordless
Suitable for wet and dry use
Comes with a shaver head, a trimmer cap, massage rollers, and a skin contact cap

4. Braun Silk-Expert 5 BD 5001 Laser Hair Removal at Home

82% buyer satisfaction rating
Uses IPL (Intense Pulse Light) technology, clinically tested for permanent visible hair removal
Uses Smart IPL with SensoAdaptTM skin sensor
Treats your lower leg in just eight minutes
Includes Gillette Venus razor
100 day money back guarantee

5. Braun Silk-Epil Lady Shaver 5-100 Pink

82% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a battery operated electric lady shaver
Uses a floating foil and trimmer for a close shave on legs, underarms or bikini line
Has a rounded head that adapts to body contours
Has a vibrating exfoliation attachment
Comes with a trimmer cap for bikini line and sensitive areas

6. Braun Silk-Epil 5-511 Starter Kit Wet and Dry Epilator for Women

86% buyer satisfaction rating
This is classed as an extra gentle wet and dry epilator for use in bath or shower and is made for beginners
It is virtually painless with regular use in warm water
Comes with a beginners cap and 3 attachments
Has an anti-slip grip
If new to epilation, it is recommended that you use the beginners cap for the first 4 weeks

7. Braun Silk-epil Lady Shaver 5-560 3-in-1 Cordless Electric Shaver

84% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a cordless electric rechargeable Lady Shaver 3-in-1 system
It uses a floating foil and trimmer for a close shave on legs, underarms or bikini line
It has a rounded head that adapts to body contours
Comes with a trimmer cap for bikini line and sensitive areas, exfoliation attachment, and a glide cap

8. Braun Silk Expert 5 IPL Hair Removal BD 5008

82% buyer satisfaction rating
This is a corded epilator
Comes with a Braun face cleaning brush
This has been clinically tested for permanent visible hair removal
Adapts to your skin tone

Braun Silk-épil Lady Shaver 5-160

82% buyer satisfaction rating

One of the more affordable options

This is a wet and dry shaver that also exfoliates

It has a rounded head that adapts to body contours

It comes with a trimmer cap for bikini line and sensitive areas, and an exfoliation attachment

Braun Silk Epil 3 Products

Braun Silk-Epil 3 3-170 Corded Epilator

78% buyer satisfaction rating

This one is suitable for beginners that have not used an epilator before

It has massage rollers that help take most of the pain out of this type of hair removal

It also uses a "Smartlight" that reveals the finest hairs for no miss removal

Braun Silk-epil 3 3-170 Corded Epilator Review

Braun Silk Epil 1 Products

82% buyer satisfaction
Uses a 20 tweezer system
Designed for the legs and body
Comes with an underarm cap
Cordless and corded use
Not suitable for the face

That is a round up of the Braun epilator range, and we will continue to update as the information changes.

Hair Removal

Philips Lumea Prestige UK Review

Thanks for taking your time to read our UK review on the Philips Lumea Prestige. This is an IPL cordless hair removal device that can be used to remove hair from the face, the body and for doing bikini lines and under your arms.

In this review we have summarised how buyers rate this product, and we have also summarised what buyers have to say about this product.

We think that is very important information as it has been given by online buyers, who have bought the product, used the product, and then taken their valuable time to leave their thoughts on the product.

Buyers also leave useful information about what they liked about the product, and what they didn't like.

All our product recommendations are based on our independent research which we conduct online by reading the many reviews we find at online websites. This review contains affiliate links and we may receive a commission for purchases made.

You can read our affiliates page to find out more and also read about how we write our reviews.

Brief Description

The Philips Lumea Prestige can be used to treat the face, body and bikini areas.
There is an average 92% hair reduction after 3 treatments
You get 3 attachments, one for the face, one for the body and a bikini line tool
It is cordless (15 minutes use)
Comes with a pouch
It offers long-lasting hair removal safely, in your home
A sensor measures your skin tone and indicates the optimal setting for you
100 percent satisfaction or your money back with the manufacturer's 100 day money back guarantee

Under arms

Bikini Line

Philips Lumea used on the face for hair removal

Facial Use

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Who Buys the Philips Prestige IPL?

Many women throughout the UK want to get rid of hair on certain areas of their bodies. Medical laser treatments are the best way of doing that, but they have two main problems:

They are very expensive and usually priced as individual treatments
Someone else has to do the laser treatment

High costs are one thing and many people simply can not afford the treatments. These treatments usually involve a few sessions, so you need to make and then attend appointments which last only a few minutes each time.

Secondly there is the issue of privacy. Some women don't mind allowing someone else doing this treatment, but many women are shy, or simply too embarrassed to go through any intimate hair removal.

The IPL option, although not cheap, soon pays for itself. You can also do the treatments at a time that suits you best. You also do the treatment yourself so you have the ultimate privacy.

Understanding IPL

You may already be familiar with IPL technology. Just in case you are not, we have taken a few lines here to fully explain it. IPL stands for "Intense Pulsed Light." This means the device uses warm and gentle light to break the natural cycle of hair growth.

It basically puts the hair to sleep. The great news is that it is pain free as it aims pulses of light at the roots of the hairs. After several treatments the hair will stop growing.

You may hear people stating that this is permanent hair removal but it isn't. On average the hair will not grow back for about 6 months.

A typical 12 treatment period will reduce hair by about 78% on your legs, and around 64-65% under your arms and the bikini line. Hopefully that explains just how effective IPL devices like this Philips Lumea can be.

Philips Lumea Prestige is effective on a wide range of hair and skin types. It works on naturally dark blonde, brown and black hair and on skin tones from very white to dark brown.

IMPORTANT NOTE

IPL hair removal devices cannot be used to treat white, grey, light blonde or red hair and is not suitable for very dark skin.

Our Summary Ratings

Just below we have highlighted our ratings, based on customer feedback for the three most important issues regarding this product.

Value for Money

80%

Ease of Use

90%

Buyer Satisfaction

86%

Value for Money - the device is very good and it works, but this is till not a cheap buy
Ease of Use - the basics are pretty simple but it takes some time and patience to learn how to use the different parts
Overall Buyer Satisfaction - An 86% buyer satisfaction rating is considered to be very good and there are also few complaints.

The graph above shows that:

4% of all buyers scored this with a 0-20% satisfaction rating
5% of all buyers scored this with a 221-40% satisfaction rating
3% of all buyers scored this with a 41-60% satisfaction rating
5% of all buyers scored this with a 61-80% satisfaction rating
11% of all buyers scored this with a 81-90% satisfaction rating
71% of all buyers scored this with a 91-100% satisfaction rating

What Buyers Liked About the Philips Lumea Prestige

Many buyers were impressed with the results over time.
Buyers like the fact that you can use this on a regular basis and at a time that suits you the best
Buyers say that it does take time but worth it in the long term

What Buyers Didn't Like

Buyers with light brown or darker skin said this product was ineffective
Some buyers said it didn't make a jot of difference after several uses
A few buyers received a faulty product or it had been damaged in the post

Key Features and Benefits

Feature 1 - Pain Free Hair Removal

Is there really a pain free way of removing hair.? Most women know that there is going to be an element of pain, and none of it is pleasant. Some are better than others of course.

So is IPL really pain free?

The Problem:

The problem with most hair removal is that it comes with some level of pain.

If you have used an epilator or waxing, then you know what we mean.

Likewise even shaving can result in some nicks and cuts.

The Solution:

IPL on the other hand is pain free. You "may" experience a warm feeling or a prickly feeling which quickly disappears, but there is no pain!

Feature 2 - Long Term Hair Removal

When hair is removed then as you know the natural process of the body is to make the hair regrow. Depending on the hair removal process you use, that can last from a few days to a few weeks.

Does IPL fair any better?

The Problem:

As explained above hair removal can be painful and does not always last that long.

The time you get hair free does depend on the method you use to remove the unwanted hair.

The Solution:

On average IPL hair devices remove about 92% of the hair and can last for up to 6 months.

Feature 3 - The Right Attachments

With this type of product it is important to get the right attachments for your IPL device. These are needed so as you can treat the various parts of the body that include the body, the face and under the arms.

Many devices don't come with these.

The Problem:

Can these be used on all parts of the body? Many IPL devices can't and you need to have the right attachments.

The Solution:

The Lumea Prestige comes with 3 attachments, one for the face, a body attachments and a bikini line attachment.

How to Use the Philips Lumea Prestige

Our Verdict on the Philips Lumea Prestige

We think it is important to explain that IPL is not the same as the laser treatment that you would get in a professional medical clinic.

Laser uses monochromatic laser light whereas devices like this use a wide spectrum pulse of light.

These IPl devices are designed to be used safely at home, and the offer longer term hair removal but is is NOT permanent.

Devices like this Philips Lumea Prestige are made to be used safely in the comfort and privacy of your own home. That is great for any lady who prefers their privacy, and is a much cheaper method when compared to clinical laser treatments.

This is one of the better IPL devices on the UK market that sells really well, and also gets consistent and very good online buyer ratings.

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