Braun IPL Silk·Expert Pro 5 PL5157 Latest Generation IPL, Holiday Gifts for Women and Men, at-Home Hair Removal System with Soft Pouch and Precision Head

After monitoring the IPL Silk·Expert Pro 5 for several years, I finally took the plunge during an Amazon Prime sale, and it's been an illuminating journey. As someone with pale Asian skin and thick black hair (when I say thick, I mean THICK), my struggle with daily shaving routines has been arduous. However, this device has significantly altered my hair maintenance regime.The results were apparent after just 3-4 sessions; my armpit hair, which required daily shaving, thinned considerably, reducing my shaving frequency to just once or twice a week. However, I learned firsthand that consistency is crucial with this device. A break of 2-3 months led to a reset in progress, underlining the need for regular use to maintain results.The IPL Silk·Expert Pro 5 is user-friendly, which is a significant advantage for those new to at-home laser hair removal. The included manual is straightforward and easy to follow, making the setup and operation process simple. The device offers three modes, catering to different needs and pain tolerance levels.The third and most intense mode proved too painful for my low pain tolerance, but the second mode struck the right balance between efficacy and comfort, especially for thicker hair. While it does sting slightly, it's bearable and far less intimidating than professional laser treatments. Users should be prepared for the bright flash of light during use; wearing sunglasses as recommended in the manual helps mitigate discomfort.During use, there is an inevitable smell of burning hair, which, while noticeable, is not overwhelmingly unpleasant. This is a common occurrence with many laser hair removal devices and is generally considered a sign that the device is effectively targeting and burning the hair follicles.Recommended for those seeking a practical and relatively comfortable way to manage body hair over the long term!

I was kind of scared of buying this since is $$$ and i have very sensitive (like really reactive to EVERYTHING, you name it) skin, and this little piece of heaven delivered like a champ. I have very thick hair in my legs, i did laser like twice in my lifetime, full 10-12 sessions each time, and my hair grew back after a short time and i wasn’t spending more money like that, so i just started shaving and that brought me here, im not saying professional laser doesn’t work, it does, but i don't have the time or money to keep going to the spa for retouch. I use it in my face (no breakouts), in my legs, bikini line and underarms, the hair does not grow back thicker or fast, and some places are like hairless after like a week without shaving (i got bit by a mosquito and that always gets infected).This is it, after my skin gets better, ill try again, im still doing it in my underarms and bikini, i had less hair there so im not taking that in consideration, the real battle is with my face and legs. It doesn’t hurt or make my skin any different than what i feel everyday, i do use a heavy cream after washing with cold water, and antibiotic wash, use clean towels and let the cream air dry, no clothes until my skin fully absorbed everything and no makeup til the next day. This so far is worth every penny.. i even relax while doing it. Will update further on. (Sorry for the sensitive skin part being so long).**********UPDATE: Please digest the photos before reading my update.As you can see i have severe reaction to almost everything in my skin, i had an accident in 2020 and since then it all got worse, i was exposed to so many things (dirt, debris, hard antibiotics, really hard meds in general) and it too a toll in my already sensitive skin. I did everything, and when i say everything i mean it, im a very conscious atopic person, so i was always cautious with everything i tried, nothing worked, bought my own wax, my own sticks, my own warmer, i didn't shave with a used before razor (never), did exfoliate with gentle scrub before every procedure, washed with antiseptic soap after and used the Dermacortine, Avene, and other soothing products after (always staying still until each one dried)… etc. Again, nothing worked for me. After the allergy of the second photo (already healing by then) broke i was hospitalized for several days with the doctors worried the infection might get in the bone or the material inside (lots of titanium) and risk my legs.After that i gave up. No shorts ever, no skirts, and it was fine. But then my dermatologist suggested IPL, she suggested i do it as an in office treatment, but i seriously cant afford the traveling and cost of it as i said before.Now, this is a very heartfelt thank you to this company.Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this product, you saved my legs. This works. THIS WORKS! I do it only once a week, after a soft scrub exfoliation, and antiseptic soap, lotion and cream (and sometimes cold Alucal or brief cold gel bags on them) after treatment.Its a long way to go, i know, and retouches and care, but i finally found a hair removal solution that works, works me doing it, and in my own house, only one $ for it.I couldn't be happier.(Sorry for the very graphic pics, they were worse trust me)

I have course, thick hair. This product is working well! I've been using it at least once a week for about 6 weeks now. My hair growth has slowed quite a bit. I'm so happy. I like the adjustable power modes. I use high power on my legs and lower power on my bikini line and underarms. Very happy with this purchase.

I have had laser hair removal professionally in the past. So, I just needed this for touch up. It works. I’m not sure how effective it would be if I was starting from scratch, because it’s definitely not as effective as professional treatments. But it does reduce growth noticeably. Like anything, it’s not a miracle, it’s not 100%, and you have to really stick with it to see an effect. I’ve been at it for almost 2 months treating once per week and I see results.It hurts a bit. Not as much as professional but let’s be clear—it don’t tickle. Especially if you do multiple passes over an area (which seems to be necessary). It gets less painful each time because the growth slows down. So, you need to tough it out.I got a numbing lidocaine cream and a pair of protective glasses too—both worthwhile.Overall, the convenience and huge cost savings of doing this at home make it worthwhile, even if it’s not quite as good as doing it professionally.