Braun Epilator Silk-epil 9 9-521, Hair Removal for Women, Wet & Dry, Cordless, and 2 Extras

Q: Has anyone used this for bikini area?

Yep. I'm a swimmer, so bikini was my primary interest when I got it, but I use it from lip to toe with just the basic white adapter now. Start with your legs so you can learn the mechanics before you get to the bikini area. For bikini, the most important thing is to stretch out comfortably (I lay on my bed in frog pose) and pull the skin taught so there are no pinches. This also lessens the epilation pain dramatically. Bikini is more sensitive than the rest, so maintenance is key. It gets easier and less painful super fast. I did it in stages the first time, bringing the bikini line narrower by maybe 1/4 inch at a time, spaced out over two weeks. For me it helped to roll from the thigh inward just until I barely reached a new area (YOU'LL KNOW), and then roll back in the opposite direction of the growth for greater removal -- I think it helped diminish the sensation from pain to minor discomfort. I love this thing. You get used to it very quickly. I'll never go back to a razor or removal cream.

Q: can this be used for armpits?

I use it from lip to toe with just the basic white adapter. The most important thing is to be able to stretch out and pull the skin taught so there are no pinches. I brace a hand up high on the wall next to my bathroom mirror to stretch the skin, then epilate with the other hand. This way, I am leaned close to the wall mirror and can use it as a basic guide. The built-in light is SUPER useful for underarms. I love this thing. I'll never go back to a razor.

Q: Doesn't last long? I've had mine a year and it just isn't very effective anymore, (doesn't get as much hair.) Any advice?

I have had Braun epilators for over 5 years now and it gets used almost daily. I have found that I need to replace it every 1-2 years but I find that to be still much more cost effective and less messy than waxing and much more efficient than shaving.

Q: does it work on back hair?

It works best on hair that is 1/4 inch or smaller. So if you have hair longer than that, you may find it extremely painful, as what this machine does is pluck the hairs out at a really fast speed. I don't recommend it.

4.4/5

Product ID: 50673717

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Brand
Braun
Color
Braun 9 9-521
Power Source
Battery
Item Weight
355 Grams
Water Resistance Level
Not Water

Description

About this item
Braun's most innovative micro grip tweezer technology removes with precision even the shortest hairs that waxing cannot catch
The 40% wider epilation head removes more hair in one stroke, for up to 4 weeks of smooth skin
Cordless Wet & Dry epilator – virtually painless hair removal with regular use
12 Volts adapter

Style Name:SE 9-521 Silk-?pil 9 electric epilator for women is the fastest and most precise for wet and dry epilation. Braun introduces Silk-epil 9, the new standard of hair removal excellence with a wide epilation head, for faster results, and breakthrough MicroGrip tweezer technology. The best temperature range for charging, using and storing the appliance is between 59 ?F and 95 ?F. In case the temperature is far beyond this range, the charging time might be longer whereas the cordless operation time might be reduced. 2 speed settings - speed 1 for extra gentle epilation, speed 2 for an extra efficient epilation.