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Braun - Silk-expert Pro5 IPL Removal System (Hair Removal Device, Pouch, Power Cord, Head, Gillette Venus Razor and Cartridge) - White
Average customer rating
4.4
(422 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 422 reviews
5 Stars
245
4 Stars
132
3 Stars
31
2 Stars
6
1 Star
8
92%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Braun - Silk-expert Pro5 IPL Removal System (Hair Removal Device, Pouch, Power Cord, Head, Gillette Venus Razor and Cartridge) - White
Customer Rating
4
It Really Did Work!
on April 18, 2017
Posted by: NatalieAileen
from Columbus, OH
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Honestly, I was really skeptical because permanent hair reduction at home seemed like a dream that wouldn't work out for me. I used it on just one armpit to test and compare it to the other armpit over the past four weeks and I really have noticed that the hair is reduced. I will say the product didn't hurt per se, but it didn't feel great either. Also, I have fairly dark hair in comparison to my skin color, which I think helps the effectiveness of the product. I'm excited to keep using the product and to continue to see more results! My product came with a Braun Face Brush, which I thought was a little incongruous. Maybe if they put UV goggles or a balm/lotion it might fit better?
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Customer Rating
4
Would definitely recommend
on June 29, 2016
Posted by: nanfig
from Sparta, NJ
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had first heard about IPL (intense pulsed light) on the radio from someone else who had tried it. She had dark leg hair and said she was perfect for it and it worked great! I looked it up and having this done can cost thousands of dollars, so I was not interested.
When I heard that Braun made IPL devices for personal use, I thought what a great idea! They sent me one to try in exchange for an honest review. The full treatment cycle takes 12 weeks, so I have yet to see the final results but I will tell you all of my thoughts so far.
The fancy packaging contains one IPL device, cords, one razor and a user manual. I read the user manual front to back before use which is very important.
A few more important notes I learned is that it is not intended for use this on the face. I have a few dark hairs on my upper lip I had intended to try this on, but now I know that is a no-no! However it's perfect for women on the legs and underarms and bikini line, and even men who think they have too much back hair can give it a try as well!
I was a little intimidated to use the device because of what it is. I had in my mind that it was a laser beam is be focusing on my skin and that it would be easy to hurt myself with it. However, thankfully I found it very easy to use, as easy as simply shaving! I also thought that it would be awkward to use all around my legs. The flat front of the device needs to maintain constant contact with the skin and legs are round! However I never had any issue with the device loosing proper contact. It was easy and quick! No discomfort and no negative reaction. If I see good results I would recommend this product to everyone, I am so impressed!
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Customer Rating
4
easy to use
on February 28, 2017
Posted by: lindahusker
from St Louis, MO
I was so worried that it would hurt, after trying on my legs I felt no pain. When using on my underarm, I felt slight pinching, but nothing intolerable. I really like that it is so easy to use and I had no trouble reaching all the places that I needed to.
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Customer Rating
5
Easy and pain free
on August 5, 2016
Posted by: sarahf11
from Waunakee, WI
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Gillette Venus Silk Expert comes in very nice packaging. The silk expert looks pleasing in its packaging and the packaging is easy to open. The instructions are thorough but understandable.
I chose to follow their recommendation and tested the areas I intend to treat, which includes my underarms and bikini line. You just plug the silk expert in and you are ready to go. I treated a small portion of both areas and have experience no adverse side effects. I felt warmth but no pain. If the regular mode is uncomfortable, you can easily switch to gentle mode. Twenty-four hours later I have not noticed any issues. I look forward to continuing the treatment and seeing a reduction of hair!
It's worth noting that the instructions state that this product is not designed for very dark skin tone and may not work as well if your hair is white, grey, blonde, or red.
This package also came with a face cleaning brush. The brush already has a battery installed. I have used the face cleaning brush several times and really like it. You just wet your face and brush and then use the brush in gentle circular motions for about one minute. You can use whatever cleanser you wish. My face feels softer and cleaner after using it.
I received this product for free from Braun in exchange for an honest review.
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Customer Rating
5
So Easy To Use!
on February 27, 2017
Posted by: jkmayn714
from Tomball, TX
The new Gillette Venus Silk-expert by Braun is so easy to use. After receiving it this week, I tried it out on my legs this evening. The total process took me around thirty minutes. First, I had to shave my legs to remove all hairs. Next, all you do is plug it up and it automatically turns on and is ready to use immediately. I love that it provides 2 modes of use: gliding and precision. It was so easy to hold down the button and just glide over my legs while the light flashed on and off. The precision mode only flashes once, not continuously. I used this mode for hard to get spots like my knees and ankles.
I did not feel any discomfort while using the product. There was occasionally times that I could feel a small zap when I had not gotten all hairs while shaving. I could feel the zap, but it was not uncomfortable.
I am excited to keep using this product weekly and see what kind of results it will produce for me. This is something that I can use on the weekends that will not take up much time at all!
I did not feel any discomfort while using the product. There was occasionally times that I could feel a small zap when I had not gotten all hairs while shaving. I could feel the zap, but it was not uncomfortable.
I am excited to keep using this product weekly and see what kind of results it will produce for me. This is something that I can use on the weekends that will not take up much time at all!
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Customer Rating
4
so far so good
on February 26, 2017
Posted by: Jen64255
from Sarasota, FL
I think a bit of planning has to go into the use of this product. First, you have to have the right skin tone and hair color. I tested the product on a couple areas as suggested, I had no side effects. The product is easy to use. However, I think the process is time consuming to complete. I treated my upper thigh and bikini area with no issues or pain during use. It says not to expose your skin to the sun after use. I live in FL so that is hard ( why i chose concealed spots to try out first). The flash of light is bright and warm.. but not uncomfortable. Crossing my fingers that I see results!
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Customer Rating
4
Easy and virtually pain free
on April 15, 2017
Posted by: MissyP72
from Skokie, IL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using the Gillette Venus Silk Expert powered by Braun for several weeks now and I'm happy to say it is super easy to use and very comfortable. The device itself looks very attractive and high quality. It also came with a bonus of a facial brush. It is easy to hold and has a little weight to it and it's super comfortable to handle and easy to use. The assembly is very simple and the use instructions were clear and straightforward. Basically, you plug it in and you are ready to go. It is recommended that you start with a test patch area the first time you use the device. After cleansing the area and then shaving it and patting it dry, you activate the device and placed it on your skin. There is a quick bright pulse of light and a snapping noise and then it is done. I recommend that you don't look at the flash of light which is very bright and hurts your eyes if you look at it flashing. You might smell a slight burning smell if you miss a little bit of hair when shaving but it isn't too strong or bad. In terms of comfort, there is a minimal amount of heat that you feel from the device and a slight snap or pinch but these are far more tolerable than the pain felt from waxing or cutting yourself from shaving. I really like the fact that the device has a built in skin tone analyzer to prevent any misuse. I wish the device had an on/off switch and don't like that you have to unplug the device in order to turn it off. I have noticed that the process can be a bit time consuming because you have to use the device weekly which is more often than when I wax but it is also far less painful and I have definitely noticed a reduction in hair growth. When hair does grow, it is finer and easier to remove. Overall, I am very impressed with this device and happy to continue using it.
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Customer Rating
4
Great tool for easier shaving
on October 5, 2016
Posted by: scouting6
from Berkeley, CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thanks to Braun for their generosity in providing free Gillette® Venus® Silk-experts in exchange for honest reviews! After almost two months of weekly use I can say that the Gillette® Venus® Silk-expert is a useful tool for anyone with major (coarse) leg hair issues - or eevn sensitive skin when shaved. With coarse and dark hair, I have had nightmare experiences to try and achieve easy and pain free shaving to the point that legs are smooth and nice looking. This Silk-expert definitely helps in reducing the amount of coarse regrowth so that subsequent shavings are easier and more comfortable. It does not remove hair entirely, but will drastically reduce the amount of regrowth in a few weeks of regular use. The handpiece is relatively ergonomic and the pain level is acceptable. What is not so great is the fact that it does not move well across natural nooks and crannies such as ankle bones etc, but the process is manageable nonetheless with little noise and little major difficulty otherwise. The retail price is exorbitant and I am not sure that it is commensurate with its output, but the benefits are there and that's worth tons to some. I would recommend to those with a similar need to mine. If you have very light (soft) hair growth to begin with, this just might be a miracle fix...but this is impossible to say as everyone's response is bound to be different.
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