The REMINGTON® Smooth & Silky® Electric Shaver has three floating blades that get close to skin for 50% more effective trimming in one pass*! The flexible hypoallergenic foil helps prevents irritation in sensitive areas, and the rounded comfort tips glide effortlessly over skin. The rechargeable battery gives you the convenience of cordless performance with 30 minutes of runtime. Plus, thanks to the wet/dry design, you can shave in the shower or wherever you’re most comfortable. *vs. previous Remington model in lab trials (varies by technique)

It works on both wet and dry skin, and also has an attachment that means it can be used as an electric shaver and trimmer.Not really. Most women describe the feeling as uncomfortable rather than painful. It also varies from person to person and will depend on your pain threshold, but some areas of the body will naturally be more sensitive than others. Budget: Battery-powered epilators are generally a lot cheaper than corded devices, so if you’re unsure how you’ll get on with it, you could try one of those before shelling out on a more expensive model. Which is the best epilator to buy? Epilators can be powered by battery or plugged in. Laser or IPL (intense pulsed light) epilators work by ‘putting the hair follicle to sleep’ and it shouldn’t regrow for at least six months. Is an epilator better than waxing or shaving?

I have a Remington 5-in-1 and it's brill. Yes, it hurts like hell the first time after shaving, but I've been epilating for 12 years now, five weeks easily between goes, and it takes 10 minutes. No pain at all anymore unless I've done a lazy leg shave.” You don’t have to wait until the hairs are long to be able to epilate again, as you do with waxing.The Remington Smooth & Silky Cordless Bikini Trimmer is the perfect tool for all of your bikini trimming needs. Compact enough to keep in your wash bag, this clever beauty must-have boasts precise shaping and trimming, an essential for smooth, accurate results every time. So wave goodbye to unwanted hair and say hello to detailed trimming and silky smooth skin. If you’re in dire need of a facial epilator but are worried about sensitive skin, this epilator with its soothing, calming additions might be for you. A facial in a box. Key specs If you like the look of the Braun Silk-épil 9, but your budget doesn’t quite stretch, this is a great cheaper alternative from the same company. Think about the areas of the body you want to use it: most epilators are designed for legs and underarms but if you want one for your face, look for a model that has a suitable attachment or one that's specially designed for the task. The precision trimmer glides effortlessly over the skin and trims hairs to less than 0.2mm for smooth, silky results. This innovative design is perfect for shaping and trimming delicate areas without pain or irritation. With a choice of two comfort combs (2mm and 4mm), you can also select the perfect length for your personal style. However you hold your trimmer, or whichever direction you trim, these clever combs will always trim to the same length for even results.

It’s worth being aware that this is very much a long-haul process. You won’t use an IPL epilator and have instantly smooth legs. Some epilators can be used in the shower, so if you think you might find it painful, we'd recommend a wet and dry epilator. How often should I epilate? However, once you’ve done all that, you’re basically hair-free and will find that, as time goes on and with more usage, you won't really get any new hairs growing.

It also has a wide head with a 60-degree pivot and a light, so it gives really good coverage, removing most hairs on a first run. Its slim shape makes it easy to use too. I would never bother to wax or shave again. I have a Braun Silk-épil epilator – a cheaper one which has to be plugged in to be used, which is fine.” It comes with a shave and trim attachment, has a massage roller to help make things less painful and also has a light on it so you don’t miss a single hair.

I got the Braun Face Spa which comes with a facial rotator head for exfoliation, which I love as much as the epilator. Great for keeping skin smooth in winter plus cheaper than buying exfoliators.” Smooth and Silky Lady Shaver, designed to give the ultimate smooth, easy shaving experience for women. Thanks to its battery-operated power, it can be used wet – in the bath or shower – or dry, and with an anti-slip grip the Smooth and Silky Lady Shaver allows for better control, as well as comfort.It also comes with three different heads for using on different areas of the body (face, legs, underarm and bikini line) and is very lightweight, making it easy to manoeuvre.