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Best At-Home Laser Hair Removal Devices of 2023

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By Katherine George

Laser hair removal is a popular and effective method of getting rid of unwanted hair. Unfortunately, when done at a professional salon, it can be expensive and time-consuming. That’s where at-home laser hair removal devices come in. In recent years, there has been an increase in the availability of affordable and easy-to-use laser hair removal devices. People gravitate towards them because of the fact that they can be used in the comfort of your own home. Here’s a list of the best at-home laser hair removal devices of 2023 to help decide which one is right for you. Before making a purchase, be sure to continue reading online to find the best fit for you.

Tria Beauty Hair Removal Laser 4x

Advantages of the Tria Beauty Hair Removal Laser include positive feedback from users who claim that it is effective. However, according to Healthline, some individuals report that using the device can be uncomfortable and may require a considerable amount of time to achieve visible outcomes. Others express dissatisfaction with the device’s limited battery capacity and its focus on a small treatment area.

The Tria Beauty Hair Removal Laser is one of the two laser hair removal devices cleared by the FDA. The manufacturer asserts that it provides three times more energy for eliminating hair than other devices. You can purchase this product for $649 either on Amazon or through the Tria Beauty website.

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MiSMON Permanent Hair Removal

At only $190 the MiSMON IPL is a popular low-cost option for people. It can be used on light to medium brown skin tone and light brown to black hair. You can use it anywhere on the body, aside from the face. The light-weight gun-design makes it easy to use and reach certain parts of the body better than other IPL devices. But it could be tricky to use on smaller areas.

Customers can feel safe using this product at home because it’s one of the few models that comes with safety goggles to protect the eyes from the bright light of IPL technology, explains Medical News Today. It’s important to note, it can’t automatically detect skin and hair tones. So it’s up to the user to judge the right setting in order to avoid burns or skin damage.

BoSidin Hair Removal Device

BioSidin boasts about using “medical-grade technologies” that are also used in professional cosmetic centers, and their precision head rotates to reach hard-to-reach areas such as the bikini line, explains Good Housekeeping. According to some users, the device is painless or almost painless, although every has a different pain threshold. BioSidin even includes a cool mode to protect you from the intense light flashes’ burning sensation.

In addition to facial hair removal, BioSidin features sixth-generation photo rejuvenation technology that utilizes a three-layer light source to penetrate distinct skin layers individually. This works to enhance elasticity and rejuvenate collagen production.

Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5117

The Braun Silk-Expert Pro 5 IPL offers advantages such as an adaptive feature that adjusts to the users skin tone to reduce side effects and faster results than other similar devices. However, Healthline warns this device has a higher cost than some of its competitors and doesn’t include an LED display.

The Braun Silk-Expert 5 IPL may be a suitable option for those seeking faster outcomes in a home hair removal device. The manufacturer promises full results in only four weeks, less than half the time of most other brands.

SMOOTHSKIN Pure FIT Intelligent Ultrafast IPL

According to the manufacturer, the SmoothSkin Pure Fit can deliver visible outcomes in just two weeks, eradicating almost all hair after 12 weeks of treatment. The device comprises 10 intensity levels for three comfort settings: power, speed, and gentle. Moreover, it has precision head attachments for delicate areas and incorporates safety features, such as an automatic skin tone adjustment sensor and a UV filter to safeguard the skin.

Advantages of the SmoothSkin Pure Fit include its ease of use, precision head attachments for intricate areas, built-in safety features, a UV filter, and unlimited flashes. However, the results are temporary and may require up to three months to achieve full outcomes, says Medical News Today.

Silk’n At Home Permanent Hair Removal

Silk’n introduces a groundbreaking technique in hair removal that surpasses traditional methods like waxing, plucking, and shaving. According to their website, the eHPL technology of the Silk’n Infinity utilizes light pulses to eliminate unwanted hair growth permanently, without the inconvenience of ingrown hairs, stubble, redness, or irritation.

It is deemed the gold standard and the most innovative way of removing hair at home. It’s important to note that this device does have difficulty deciphering between dark skin and dark hair. Users with darker skin tones can use this device on lower energy levels. Test each area first for one or two days before moving forward to avoid the risk of scarring.

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Katherine is the Senior Managing Editor of ActiveBeat and Childhood. She is constantly striving to live a more active and healthy life, from eating healthy, exercising, and just spending more time outdoors. She enjoys cooking (with wine), walking her dog, reading, and recently joined a yoga studio!

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