When it comes to body hair, there are many debates and conversations online about whether it’s beneficial to keep it or not. And while body hair exists for a reason, sometimes we just want a hair-free experience. Especially when wearing makeup, removing facial hair can help with application.
But dealing with hair removal can be quite tedious. Whether it’s waxing, shaving, or hair-removal creams, the pain and upkeep quickly add up. But luckily laser devices are now more accessible than ever. While it is not a permanent solution to hair removal, it’s pretty good at keeping unwanted hair away for long periods of time compared to other forms of hair removal. But in-office treatments can be quite expensive, which makes at-home laser devices the best possible option. It’s relatively cheaper than in-office treatments, and you can do it in the privacy of your own home.
With that in mind, we present to you our roundup of the best at-home laser hair removal devices that will give you smooth, hairless legs by the end of summer.
How Does It Work?
Although you are getting the same results from at-home laser devices, they are not the same as in-office lasers! In-office lasers are stronger, which results in fewer sessions but continuous maintenance sessions. Whereas at-home devices are mainly designed with IPL, aka Intense Pulsed Light, which is a broad-spectrum light that targets the hair follicles. They’re not as strong as a laser and are not suited for all skin tones, especially those with deeper skin tones and those with light hair. There are also devices with Diode, a type of laser that delivers a precise wavelength and targets the hair follicles without burning the skin, making it a more accessible choice for those with deeper skin tones.
Before You Buy
It’s always better to be safe than sorry! If you have dark skin and/or light hair, these devices might not be safe to use. Although the device might say that it’s suited to everyone, there is a risk of burning and seriously damaging the skin. So, regardless of skintone and skintype, we recommend speaking to a dermatologist before committing. This way, you can get an accurate idea of how your skin and hair will react to the device.
Now with that out of the way, here are our picks of the best at-home laser hair removal devices.
Braun | Skin i-expert
This tool is a smart device, which means that it connects to an app to tailor your treatment to your needs. It gives you real-time coverage feedback, adapts to skin tone, and provides a planner to make sure that you don’t forget any sessions. You also get four heads to help with accuracy—a standard head ideal for arms and underarms, a wide head ideal for the legs and chest, and two precision heads for the face and bikini area.
CurrentBody | Laser Hair Removal Device
One of the few devices on this list that features a Diode laser instead of an IPL. This means that the laser will target the hair follicles accurately without burning the skin, and you get more effective, long-lasting results. It also comes with Ice Cooling Technology to make sure that the whole procedure is painless, a Skin Tone Sensor to make sure that the skin can tolerate the lasers, and 6 intensity levels to treat your skin.
Epilaser | Epilaser 980
Although this is the most expensive option on our list, it’s also the safest for those with darker skin tones. Featuring Diode lasers, the laser goes past the skin’s melanin and can target the hair follicles without mistaking the skin for hair. This means those with dark skin tones can safely remove their unwanted hair without damaging their skin, risking hyperpigmentation, or potentially burning it.
Nood | The Flasher 2.0
What’s great about this device is that it provides quick 10-minute treatments. With the large flashes, it means that you can tackle large areas of your body in no time. This device also uses a gentler IPL, so if you have a low pain tolerance, this might be the device for you.
Philips | Lumea IPL
Sometimes IPL devices can be annoying because of the cord getting in the way. But if a cord bothers you that much, then try the Lumea IPL by Philips. It comes with a cordless option, making it easy to work in hard-to-reach areas. It also comes with four curved attachments that work with the contours of your body, face, bikini, and underarm area, so you can target with precision.
SmoothSkin | Pure Adapt
Like the name suggests, this device comes with an adaptable head to adapt to the contours of your body, making sure you don’t miss any nook or cranny. It also comes in two treatment modes (glide and stamp), three comfort modes (power, gentle, and speed), and 10 intensity settings so you can customise the treatment depending on the area you’re focusing on.
Ulike | Ulike Air 10
If you have sensitive skin or feel uncomfortable with the whole hair removal process, then this IPL device is for you. It blasts an ice cooling effect over the skin to minimise any pain or discomfort. It also features a skin sensor that automatically adjusts power according to skin tone, so you don’t have to worry about darker yet sensitive areas like your armpits, and comes in four modes so you can adjust to the treatment you need.
Xsoul | At-Home IPL Hair Removal
Although this device is a budget-conscious option, it doesn’t compromise on quality. It comes with safety goggles to protect your eyes from unwanted flashes, 5 different power levels to treat the area depending on hair thickness, and two operating modes: manual mode for smaller areas like the upper lip and auto mode for larger areas such as arms and legs.
