The Top 5 At-Home Laser Hair Removal Machines
Having full, thick hair that grows quickly can be incredible when it's on your head. When you get stubborn, coarse hair on the rest of your body, it can be a real pain. Shaving is annoying, waxing is painful, and the only real, effective way to get rid of hair is with laser hair removal machines. Instead of blowing your paycheck on doing this at a clinic, you can use at-home machines to zap the hair away. We tried out the top 20 machines to bring you the best 5 you should consider so you can be bikini-ready all year long.
IMENE Laser Hair Remover
The most comfortable way to remove hair with additional cooling technology
The IMENE remover uses the latest technology called Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to break the cycle of hair regrowth and we rated this the best overall because we found it to be the most effective. 93.7% of women who used this remover saw noticeable results after 2 months of treatment with this remover.
There is a cool ice compress function that keeps your skin cold so help calm it down and relieve redness. Another techie feature we liked was that it has two flash modes, manual works best for precision areas like your bikini line. It seems as if it will take 7-10 treatments before you can remove most of your target hair, so be patient.
Pros:
- IPL technology works well
- Cool compress made it more comfortable
- Two flash modes for auto or targeted removal
- 90-day money-back guarantee
- Up to 92% hair reduction
Cons:
- Does not work on dark brown and black skin or red, light blonde, or white-gray hair
Beamia At-Home IPL Permanent Painless Hair Remover
Great value IPL hair remover for anyone on a budget
This is a great economical hair removal option because it has the same IPL technology as our first pick, but cheaper. It gives off a warm light to make you feel more comfortable during operation, and the skin tone sensor automatically adjusts the light intensity.
This gives 999,999 flashes, so you shouldn’t need to get a replacement cartridge at all. It claims to be pain-free, which is generally impossible due to the nature of the product, but overall we found it to be pretty comfortable.
Pros:
- Inexpensive
- No replacement cartridges are needed
- Skin tone sensor
- Minimal pain
Cons:
- Does not work on white, gray, red, or light blonde hair
- Does not work medium or dark brown, black, or tattooed skin
The LubeX IPL Hair Remover
Five energy levels help this hair remover adapt to different types of skin
Of all the products we tested, we felt the LubeX was the best for sensitive skin because it has five different energy levels to adapt to different skin types. For example, I used a higher energy level on my armpits but lower energy on my more sensitive bikini line.
I appreciated the ability to change it, because not all areas you want to remove skin are created equal. I buzzed through my lower leg in about 6 minutes, so in addition to being more comfortable, this hair remover was also pretty quick. It promises to give you significantly less and thinner hair during a 6-week treatment window.
I did not see a significant amount of hair growth during my test month, so I’m assuming it will take a little longer but overall I felt this was gentle on my skin.
Pros:
- 5 energy levels
- LCD display is easy to see
- Plugs into the wall (rather than using batteries)
- Manual and automatic modes
Cons:
- Must be used every 3-5 days for 8-12 weeks to keep up the cycles
- Does not work on red, blonde, or gray hair; or some of the darker skin tones
MLAY Permanent Laser Hair Removal System
Zap hairs quickly with higher joule pulses to be rid of unruly strands
When you’re zapping your skin week after week, you want it to be as efficient as possible. The MLAY hair removal system operates at a higher joule level so the hair falls out faster. We appreciated the speed of this unit, and that it comes with a year warranty in case anything goes wrong.
Pros:
- Promises 86% hair reduction after 8 treatments
- Offers 10-15 joules of light energy – making it more efficient
- 1-year warranty with 3 months replace/return service
Cons:
- Only 300,000 flashes per cartridge
- Does not work on white, gray, or red hair; very dark skin, or tattooed skin
BeMyLady IPL ICE Laser Hair Remover
For quicker results the BeMyLady remover is a good value, relatively painless, and comfortable to grip
We were impressed with the BeMyLady brand because it actually caused our hair to fall out the fastest, probably about 70% after using it 3 times in 1.5 weeks. Reviewers were excited that this remover works well on darker skin as well.
Pros:
- 999,900 flashes
- Promises 96% hair removal after 8-12 weeks
- Ice compress head to cool skin
- 24-month warranty
- 5 energy levels
- Works on darker skin
Cons:
- The remover rattles a bit when you move it
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I get a laser hair remover?
Waxing hurts, shaving is annoying, and going to the salon is expensive. This means that at-home laser hair removal is a great option for those who hate shaving every day, and want to get rid of hair permanently.
How does at-home laser hair removal work?
How does intense pulsed light (IPL) technology work? It heats the hair follicle, focusing primarily on light energy at the root which helps break the cycle of growth. The light energy is absorbed by the melanin of the hair and suppresses growth by stunting the follicle. Eventually, the hairs fall out and stop growing.
How fast can I expect to see results?
Typically you will start to see results after about 8 treatments, which should take you about a month at a twice a week frequency.
Do these treatments work on every type of skin and hair?
Laser hair removal works on most hair colors, except for those with less melanin such as very blonde, red, gray, or white hair. It works on most skin types except for very dark skin and tattooed skin.
Where can laser hair removers be used?
You can use these laser hair removers on your face, bikini line, legs, armpits, chin, stomach, and more.
What do laser hair removers run on?
Most laser hair removers can be plugged into any outlet.
