Epilators - which is better to choose?

Any fashionista wants to have smooth skin without any vegetation. There are so many ways that help get rid of excess hair. However, the use of an epilator is considered to be the most effective and popular way, because unnecessary vegetation can be removed at home, and the costs of this procedure are one-time, because you just need to purchase this device. This method is painful, but it's worth it, as the skin will be completely smooth for 4 weeks. Gradually, the hairs become thinner, and the hair removal procedure is faster and less painful. In this article, we will try to figure out what kind of epilators are, which one is better to choose.

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How to choose an epilator?

Initially, epilators were made to eliminate leg hair, but nowadays, using special nozzles, these devices perfectly cope with the bikini and armpit area.

Epilators are in great demand, which creates crazy competition among manufacturers. To win this fight, devices with a lot of functionality are offered, which very often are not needed at all.

Important! Who is not too knowledgeable in this matter, he thinks that the presence of a huge number of functions indicates the quality of the device, but this is not at all the case. Unnecessary excesses only contribute to the fact that you have to overpay for a depilatory device.

Consider the main characteristics that you need to pay attention to in the process of choosing this device.

Disc or forceps epilator?

According to the principle of action, all epilators are divided into two types - tweezers and disk. Both options proved to be equally good and it is definitely difficult to choose the best epilator.

All used epilators are used for one purpose - to tear out hair with a root:

• Disk devices have several pairs of disks that spin and pull together, grab and tear out hair. When working at a time, they eliminate up to 32 hairs.
• Tweezer epilators have plates (tweezers) that make pulling movements. They are able to remove up to 48 hairs, but it all depends on how many tweezers.

Important! Which tweezer epilator is better to choose?

• If you apply an epilator with 48 tweezers, the process will be quick, but painful.
• A 12-forceps device promotes a more gentle procedure, but it takes a lot of time.
• If you choose a tweezer epilator, then the most optimal option is 32 pieces.

Advantages of disk epilators:

• high productivity;
• qualitatively perform the hair removal procedure, and the tweezers with 40 tweezers are able to provide the same work efficiency;
• during operation, allergic reactions do not occur;

Important! This type of epilator is ideal for leg hair elimination.

Advantages of tweezers:

• the hair removal procedure will not be so painful, however, if a small number of tweezers are used;
• the use of 36 or 48 tweezers contributes to the process of more thorough hair removal;
• perfectly copes with the elimination of hair in the bikini area.

Important! Mostly tweezers and discs are made of metal, but there are models where such parts are made of ceramics.They are much more expensive, but ideal for those who have very sensitive skin, which when irritated with metal causes irritation.

Anesthesia Method

Before resorting to the procedure of hair removal, each girl is interested in the question of how painful this process will be.

Important! After a while, such a process becomes not so painful as the first time, since the hairs that have grown are much easier to break out, because they become thinner and less frequent.

For the anesthesia process today, one of the following methods must be implemented:

• The cooling process. If you use the cooling of the treated area, then the elimination of hairs will not be such a painful procedure. Manufacturers produce special bags with gel, which are pre-cooled and used in the process of hair removal. You can also use a gel glove, a chilled towel, or take an ice pack.
• The process of blowing. Cold air enters the area of ​​the treated skin, which blows from a special unit of the epilator device. Such a system is mainly used in Philips devices and is ideally used for sensitive skin.
• Vibration massage procedure. For those who are very afraid of pain, this procedure is a great option. The presence of a special nozzle helps to relax the skin, reduce the pain threshold, as a result, the hairs are lifted.
• Application of a skin stretching system. This procedure only applies to a few models. The skin is fixed and stretched by a special device that prevents it from lifting when pulling out the hairs. This procedure increases the efficiency and reduces the pain threshold.

Important! The presence of an anesthesia system is present in the names of epilator models. So in devices of the Philips brand you can read the prefix - Satinelle Sensitive, from Rowenta - Epil Active, and from Braun - Silk-epil.

Choosing the optimal number of speeds

Previously, depilatory devices were produced with only one speed, but now, epilators are made that have the ability to function in two or even three speed modes.

If you first decided to use a depilatory device, then it is better to choose an epilator with a large number of speeds:

• Initially, it will be possible to complete the depilation process at the first speed so that addiction to the epilator occurs. In addition, thick stiff hairs are also eliminated at first speed.
• Once you understand the principle of operation of the depilatory device, you can go to the second speed at which the procedure for removing unwanted vegetation will be much faster. Long hairs are eliminated by applying a second speed mode.

Important! As a rule, Rowenta depilatory devices have the ability to perform the process very quickly using a third speed, but the pain in this case is much stronger.

Power supply selection

There are two options for a power source:

• food from an electric network;
• powered by a battery device.

To choose a power source, you need to determine the place of the frequent hair removal process:

• If the device is purchased for use at home, then a variant of the device that works from the mains is suitable.
• If you have to travel a lot and often, then it’s quite logical to use a depilatory device on batteries, which allows you to not depend on the location of the outlet, or on its availability. But in this case, you will need to constantly charge the battery. You can, of course, use a device for travel that is powered by an electrical outlet, then you do not have to depend on the time factor of the battery.

Important! Battery depilators have one advantage - the ability to remove unwanted vegetation in the shower.

Is the epilator working under water?

More recently, all manufacturers switched to mass production of epilators, which provide the possibility of depilation in a room with a high moisture content. Thus, they are able to maintain the function of not only dry but also wet hair removal.

Important! The case of such devices has reliable protection, in which case no liquid gets inside, therefore, it is possible to carry out electrolysis while taking a shower. This procedure is less painful and quick enough.

Working head

During the hair removal procedure, the smallest irritations occur, so it is very important to keep the hair removal product clean:

• By purchasing a device with a removable head, you can rinse and disinfect this device after the hair removal process, so it is better to choose such an epilator.
• The option with a built-in head is much more difficult in the cleaning process.

Important! It is also necessary to pay attention to the presence in the kit of a protective cap and brush for cleaning the hairs, which allow you to always keep the device clean.

Availability of additional features and nozzles

Very often, complete with a device for electrolysis there is a set of nozzles:

• Nozzles that are used to treat the armpit and bikini area. Covering part of the tweezers or disks of the epilator, such a nozzle reduces the working area and allows the removal of hairs to be most comfortable and least painful.
• Nozzles that are used for the first hair removal process. By limiting the part of discs or tweezers, the use of such nozzles contributes to the procedure of getting used to processing with an electric epilator. By reducing the number of simultaneous pulling out of hairs, painful sensations are significantly reduced.
• Nozzle-trimmer - is used not for pulling, but for the procedure for cutting hair. This special nozzle is used when caring for the bikini area, when it is necessary to create an intimate haircut.
• Nozzles for peeling. Sometimes the hair grows into the skin, in which case a nozzle that helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin and release the hairs that have grown can help.
• Nozzle that helps with spot removal of hairs. This type of nozzle is used when adjusting the shape of the eyebrows, if it is necessary to tear out several pieces of separately growing hairs, or when creating a straight bikini line.

Important! Many models of epilators are equipped with an additional ability to highlight the treatment area. Such illumination helps not to leave a single hair when completing the hair removal process. If the room is not quite high-quality lighting, but you can do without such an additional function.

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The best manufacturers of electroepilators

It is best to purchase hair removal tools from trusted and reputable companies. The reputation of such companies is a guarantee of the quality of manufactured devices. The best models of epilators are offered by such manufacturers:

• There are several dozens of various epilators of the Dutch company Philips on the modern market, the distinguishing feature of which is high quality and ergonomics. The range is very wide, so it’s easy to choose a model that is suitable for price and functionality.
• The German company Braun has existed for more than 50 years in the modern market and has been manufacturing hair removal tools for about 30 years. All manufactured devices are based on the latest cutting-edge technologies.
• The international company Rowenta is one of the oldest manufacturers of household appliances. Epilators of such a company are attracted by their original design, wide functionality and high quality of their products.
• One of the largest Japanese manufacturers of Panasonic has established itself in the modern market with high quality household appliances. Devices for hair removal are characterized by wide functionality and the presence of the highest quality models.

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Necessary conditions for the purchase of a laser epilator

Today, there are laser epilators, but when purchasing this device, you must adhere to the following recommendations:

• Before using a laser device, it is not recommended to perform waxing, the use of shugaring or other types of procedures that are accompanied by the elimination of hair with a root. The hair follicles must be intact so that the laser device affects the hairs and destroys them. If pulling was used, the laser device will not work.

Important! The best option before using a laser is a shaving procedure in which the hair roots are not destroyed.

• Do not use a home laser device with a dark skin color (tone 5 or 6). Also, cosmetologists do not recommend using a laser on the genitals and in the area around the anus, where, as a rule, the skin is darker and more sensitive. The presence of tattoos and birthmarks means checking them with a sensor for skin color, since they are much darker than the treated areas. Each laser epilator has a built-in skin tone sensor.
• The thickness and color of the hair affects the result of hair removal. The thicker the hairs on the treated surface of the skin, the faster the effectiveness of using a laser device is seen. Thick hairs are characterized by a higher content of melanin than thin hairs, and therefore they contribute to a greater absorption of laser radiation. With thin hairs, more sessions will be required for effectiveness.

Important! You can use a little trick before using the laser - dye your hair darker, since blond hair has a small amount of melanin and the hair root is accompanied by weak heating, which leads to the use of more procedures or in general to an unsatisfactory result.

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Rating of the best female epilators

Today in the modern market there is a huge variety of devices for hair removal, so consider the rating of the best epilators.

Braun 7561 Silk Epil 9

The main characteristics of this device:

• tweezers epilator, has 40 tweezers;
• the presence of 2 speeds;
• battery powered;
• the presence of backlight;
• the possibility of use in the shower;
• the battery charge lasts for 40 minutes, but then you will have to charge this device for about an hour;
• the model is equipped with a shaving nozzle, a massager to reduce pain during hair removal and a nozzle limiter;
• there is a brush for cleaning and cooling wipes.

Important! Epilator Braun 7561 Silk Epil 9 is a leader in sales because it is balanced in price, very successful and easy to use.

Philips HP 6581

Characteristic features of the device:

• disk principle of action;
• the presence of 2 speeds;
• battery powered;
• lack of backlight;
• the device is equipped with a trimmer nozzle, a shaving nozzle and a cooling mitten;
• able to capture hairs at a value of 0.5 mm;
• the process of hair removal can be carried out in the shower, without the use of foam;
• the battery is able to support the hair removal procedure for about 30 minutes, then it takes about an hour to recharge.

Important! The model of this device is characterized by an affordable price, the necessary equipment, ease of use. The device perfectly carries out the procedure of hair removal with thin hairs, and as a result, perfectly smooth skin is observed.

Rowenta EP9260

Main characteristics:

• a tweezers epilator that has 24 tweezers;
• the presence of 2 speeds;
• battery powered;
• the presence of backlight;
• the possibility of use in the shower;
• the device is able to capture hairs with a length of 0.5 mm;
• the battery device is functioning for 40 minutes;
• this model is equipped with a razor nozzle, trimmer, massager, restrictor nozzle, which helps to solve the problem in the bikini area, and a peeling nozzle to eliminate ingrown hairs;
• the working head can be removed, cleaned with a brush and rinsed.

Important! One of the best epilator models on the market today. Affordable price contributes to an excellent result, in addition, the possibility of hair removal under water using foam contributes to the comfort of the procedure.

Panasonic ES-WX72

Characteristics:

• a forceps epilator that has 48 forceps;
• there is one speed;
• battery powered;
• lack of backlight;
• possibility of use in the shower

Such a model is by right the best epilator:

• The device can work for a long time on battery power, it is possible to carry out the procedure of hair removal in the shower using foam, pain at the same time will be minimal.
• A large number of tweezers involves pulling out a lot of hairs at once, which reduces the time of the procedure of electrolysis.
• To treat delicate areas of the skin there is a nozzle-limiter or nozzle, in which the hairs are precisely eliminated. The presence of 6 accessories nozzles contributes to multifunctional use.

Tria precision

This compact and stylish laser device perfectly performs functional tasks.

Important! After the second hair removal procedure, the amount of hair is reduced to 70 percent, and after two months of using this device, hair grows lighter and thinner. When using a laser epilator for about three months, the procedure of non-viability of hair follicles is observed.

Positive points of using a laser epilator:

• compactness, since this device is very easy to fit in a handbag;
• wireless system;
• there are 3 levels of intensity;
• affordable price criterion for the selected model;
• The laser device perfectly processes delicate areas such as armpits, bikini area, and face areas.

Negative points of using a laser device:

• if it is necessary to process large areas of the body, then this process becomes long and tedious;
• one battery charge allows you to process the desired area for 10-20 minutes, it depends on the choice of the degree of intensity of flashes.

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In this article, we figured out all the nuances so that you can choose the best epilator and painlessly remove unwanted vegetation on the body. We hope your purchase was successful, and now smooth skin is your "horse".