It comes with a shave and trim attachment, has a massage roller to help make things less painful and also has a light on it so you don’t miss a single hair. Extra features: it's worth looking at extra features, such as exfoliators, which help guard against ingrown hairs, and massagers which are meant to make exfoliating less painful. Think about the areas of the body you want to use it: most epilators are designed for legs and underarms but if you want one for your face, look for a model that has a suitable attachment or one that's specially designed for the task. However, once you’ve done all that, you’re basically hair-free and will find that, as time goes on and with more usage, you won't really get any new hairs growing. I have a Panasonic. I echo getting a cordless model. Mine's also got a light which is super useful for seeing the hairs.”

It can be used in the shower so it will fit easily into your routine, and it also comes with a cleansing facial brush, which is six times more effective than manual cleansing and should help keep pores squeaky clean.

IPL epilators are pricey, but they work on a much more long-term basis than most others. IPL stands for 'intense pulsed light,' and they work by directing light at the melanin in each hair follicle, which then stunts growth. Whether you use it wet or dry, this gentle trimmer aims to minimize skin irritation while providing a super close shave, and is ideal to use on body parts like the underarms, legs, and even your sensitive bikini line. It's powered by four hypoallergenic, stainless steel blades and coils to leave your skin feeling baby soft. Choose the type: decide whether you want a standard epilator or a laser epilator. There’s quite a big price difference between ordinary epilators and IPL devices. Trim and shave in or out of the shower. The wet/dry design lets you find your ultimate comfort and convenience.

Whether you decide to use it wet or dry, you can painlessly smooth your legs, underarms, and bikini area with this ergonomic razor: Its comfortable, "s"-shaped handle makes hair removal a breeze. Plus, the tool also contains pearl-tip trimmers that nicely protect even the most sensitive skin from irritation.Braun Silk-épil. It has a nobbly gadget that sits over the epilating bit. It really works and isn't sore to use. Way better than the one I had in the early 2000s.” Cordless or battery-powered: corded epilators tend to retain their power better than cordless. Battery-operated wet epilators should last around five years, but a corded version will likely last longer. It has a micro-ridged ceramic head which removes hairs gently and at a really fast speed, meaning it should be less painful. I just bought the Philips Lumea and can’t believe the results! I'm on my last session of the treatment plan, haven't shaved my legs (or anything else in two weeks) and I am only now getting stubble, but it's very patchy and mostly my body is smooth and hair-free.”

Some epilators can be used in the shower, so if you think you might find it painful, we'd recommend a wet and dry epilator. How often should I epilate? It also comes with three different heads for using on different areas of the body (face, legs, underarm and bikini line) and is very lightweight, making it easy to manoeuvre. The REMINGTON® Smooth & Silky® Electric Shaver has three floating blades that get close to skin for 50% more effective trimming in one pass*! The flexible hypoallergenic foil helps prevents irritation in sensitive areas, and the rounded comfort tips glide effortlessly over skin. The rechargeable battery gives you the convenience of cordless performance with 30 minutes of runtime. Plus, thanks to the wet/dry design, you can shave in the shower or wherever you’re most comfortable. *vs. previous Remington model in lab trials (varies by technique) You can use the facial brush with your usual cleanser and moisturiser to help these products penetrate your skin more deeply and get to work faster. Guaranteed glow! Key specs Three speed settings (soft, normal and power) give you a bit of extra control. The sonic scrub brush head, which exfoliates skin thoroughly, is a nice add-on too. Key specsNot really. Most women describe the feeling as uncomfortable rather than painful. It also varies from person to person and will depend on your pain threshold, but some areas of the body will naturally be more sensitive than others.

If swift and effective hair removal isn’t enough to convince you, it can also be used as an electric shaver, bikini comb, foot exfoliator and sonic cleansing brush. You’ll be top-to-toe ready for summer in no time. Key specs It also has a wide head with a 60-degree pivot and a light, so it gives really good coverage, removing most hairs on a first run. Its slim shape makes it easy to use too. You need to remove most hair first so that the device can direct light straight at the hair follicle – if you don’t, you’ll have to put up with a slightly unpleasant burnt hair smell while you work. You’ll also need to use it regularly over a period of months at first to reach all the hair follicles. I have a Remington 5-in-1 and it's brill. Yes, it hurts like hell the first time after shaving, but I've been epilating for 12 years now, five weeks easily between goes, and it takes 10 minutes. No pain at all anymore unless I've done a lazy leg shave.”The Remington Smooth & Silky Cordless Bikini Trimmer is the perfect tool for all of your bikini trimming needs. Compact enough to keep in your wash bag, this clever beauty must-have boasts precise shaping and trimming, an essential for smooth, accurate results every time. So wave goodbye to unwanted hair and say hello to detailed trimming and silky smooth skin. You don’t have to wait until the hairs are long to be able to epilate again, as you do with waxing. Epilators can be powered by battery or plugged in. Laser or IPL (intense pulsed light) epilators work by ‘putting the hair follicle to sleep’ and it shouldn’t regrow for at least six months. Is an epilator better than waxing or shaving? Say ‘goodbye’ to irritating razors and ‘hello’ to the skin-loving Cordless Lady Shaver from Remington. At Remington, we listen to what our customers want, and fast, instant hair removal that won’t leave skin red or irritated after shaving is at the top of their wish list. If you like the look of the Braun Silk-épil 9, but your budget doesn’t quite stretch, this is a great cheaper alternative from the same company.