At home laser and IPL hair removal is also an option over going to a spa or clinic. You can perform the treatments in the privacy of home at your convenience while owning a personal device. Working similarly to the professional treatments, the best candidates are those with light skin and dark hair and require multiple treatments for optimal results.
Although you can save a substantial amount over professional treatments, look very carefully into the model before purchasing so you don’t waste your money. And like with any high-tech device, make sure to fully read the instructions and precautions before using.
We have the main points of each device. You can then click through to read more in-depth about how it works, including reviews and other information.
1. Tria Laser 4X
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Cleared by FDA?: Yes
Number of settings: 5
Body hair removal use: Feet, legs, bikini line, back, chest, underarms, arms and hands
Manufacturer allows facial use?: Yes, on women from the cheekline down
Price: $449 (buy direct)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: No
Built-in skin tone sensor?: Yes
Cord: No
2. Silk'n SensEpil
Cleared by FDA?: Yes
Number of settings: 5
Body hair removal use: Excluding the nipples and genitals
Manufacturer allows facial use?: Yes, from the cheekline down
Price: $499 (buy direct)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per cartridge: $45 / 750
Built-in skin tone sensor?: Yes
Cord: Yes
3. Silk'n Flash & Go
© HomeSkinovations
Cleared by FDA?: Yes
Number of settings: 5
Body hair removal use: Excluding the nipples and genitals
Manufacturer allows facial use?: Yes, from the cheekline down
Price: $299 (buy direct)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per cartridge: $45 / 1000
Built-in skin tone sensor?: Yes
Cord: Yes
4. Silk'n
Photo © HomeSkinovations
Cleared by FDA?: Yes
Number of settings: 5
Body hair removal use: Excluding the nipples and genitals
Manufacturer allows facial use?: Yes, from the cheekline down
Price: $499 (The Silk'n Store)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per cartridge: $49 / 750
Built-in skin tone sensor?: Yes
Cord: Yes
5. Mē smooth
Image ©Copyright Syneron Beauty LTD.
This system is unique because it can safely be used on all skin tones because it also uses RF (radio frequency)
Type: IPL/RFCleared by FDA?: Yes
Number of settings: 3
Body hair removal use: Arms, legs, underarms, bikini line, chest, back and stomach. It's not be used on the nipples or genital areas.
Manufacturer allows facial use?: No
Price: $395
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per cartridge: $50 / 6000
Built-in skin tone sensor?: No, it's not necessary
Cord: Yes
6. Remington i-Light Pro
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Cleared by FDA?: Yes
Number of settings: 5
Body hair removal use: Below the neck, including legs, bikini line, chest, stomach, arms and underarms
Manufacturer allows facial use?: No
Price: $249.99 (compare prices)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per cartridge: $24.99 / 1000
Built-in skin tone sensor?: Yes
Cord: Yes
7. Viss
© VISS Beauty, Inc
Cleared by FDA?: No
Number of settings: 8
Body hair removal use: Arms, armpits, chest, abdomen, back, bikini area and legs
Manufacturer allows facial use?: Yes, below the cheekbone
Price: $485 (Manufacturer's site)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per lamp: $80 / 4,000
Built-in skin tone sensor?: yes
Cord: Yes
8. Evoderma Lumi
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Cleared by FDA?: No
Number of settings: 6
Body hair removal use: Shoulders, chest, underarms, back, bikini line, legs and feet
Manufacturer allows facial use?: No
Price: $649 (Manufacturer's site)
Uses disposable lamp cartridges?: Yes
Price and approximate number of flashes per lamp: $79 / 2,000
Built-in skin tone sensor?: Yes
Cord: Yes
