Braun Skin i·expert Smart IPL: At Home Alternative to Laser Hair Removal with 4 Caps and Vanity Case, PL7387 (2024)

FAQs

Does Braun IPL hair removal really work? ›

The Braun Laser is amazing I've been using it for 6 weeks now and can tell the difference. My hair have reduced significantly from thick hair to fine and only in a few places there's hair. I have black hair and it worked.

The Silk-expert Pro has been designed with a range of comfort modes, including an extra gentle setting especially designed for treating sensitive areas, which will help to reduce the chance of ingrown pubic hairs.

You can have IPL in any part of your Body! A patch test in the area is a must! You must first go to the clinic for a full consultation and then proceed with the treatment if you feel appropriate. If you are having IPL anywhere on the body/ face you should be given a comprehensive consultation and test patch.

After completing a session of 12 weeks, the hair growth will reduce completely, providing you with silky, smooth skin for a longer time. However, you may have to continue touch-ups as needed. It is most effective on darker coloured body hair, as the melanin absorbs the light.

First things first, let's answer a pressing question: can you use IPL on the bikini area safely? Yes, you can! That is, as long as you have a device, like the Philips Lumea IPL 9000 Series, that has a specific attachment designed to work with the contours of this area of your body.

Neither treatment is permanent permanent, but the results for both IPL and laser hair removal can last for months, and both devices are FDA-approved for reducing the amount of hair regrowth over time. The IPL treatment might save you some discomfort compared to laser, though.

After a single session of laser hair removal, some hair will grow back. However, it will be finer and lighter than before. For optimal results, patients usually undergo multiple sessions. Each session leads to a greater reduction in hair regrowth.

The wired tech means it works faster and better, and you can use it pretty much anywhere - bikini area, underarms, legs, arms, face, you name it. It's good for most skin and hair types, and they have a skin safety test on their site to check before you start.

Clean, precise hair removal without waxing.

Epilate your bikini area with Braun instead for a hair-free bikini zone for up to 4 weeks. If your skin is too sensitive for epilating, then just switch to the electric-shaver attachment instead.

Do not use Braun Silk-Expert Pro 5 on nipples or genitals. These areas may have a darker skin colour and/or greater hair density and using the device in these areas may cause discomfort/pain or injure your skin.

How painful is Braun IPL? ›

It's a common assumption that IPL isn't a pain-free method of hair removal, due to the fact that it uses beams of light to heat the hair follicle. But the truth is, IPL hair removal pain barely feels like a light flick or pinches during the flashes.

IPL works similarly to lasers, just with a different heated light source. IPL uses broad-spectrum intense pulsed light rather than a single laser. There's zero downtime with either treatment, and both do wonders for ingrown hair in affected areas. They can work for other types of skin irritation, too.

Answer: There is no need to wear goggles when using Skin i·expert Smart IPL.

Can I use IPL on my face? Braun Silk-expert Pro is safe for use on the face below the cheekbones. It shouldn't be used near the eyes and along the forehead. It works effectively on the upper lip, chin and jawline.

As your skin recovers from an IPL treatment, it will start to dry out and peel a little. Avoid your skin drying out by applying a thick moisturizing cream across the treated area morning and night. This will help keep your skin comfortable and smooth.

Contrary to other treatments, hairs are not vaporised by IPL treatment. The hair follicles are killed by the heat but the hairs remain in the skin and often become attached to the epidermis. They will fall out after 1 to 3 weeks as the epidermis is renewed.

While there's no guarantee that it will work for everyone, most people will significantly reduce hair growth after just a few treatments. However, it's important to remember that everyone responds differently to IPL hair removal laser treatments.

If shaving, plucking or waxing just aren't cutting it when it comes to hair removal, then IPL — aka “intense pulsed light” — may be worth a try this spring. The most advanced hair removal method you can use from the comfort of your own home, it works by stopping the hair cycle in its tracks to prevent regrowth.

IPL treatments, according to a study in the Journal of Clinical Aesthetic Dermatology, show that people get 83.3% less hair growth after one month and 78.1% less after three months. Results can last for years or even permanently. This makes IPL an excellent choice for those who want to enjoy long-lasting smoothness.