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Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL Reviews

Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL Reviews
Overall rating from 26 reviews so far:
4.8/5
Would use it again?
4.9/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.8/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.8/5
  • Recommended by Skin Health Alliance – Dermatologically accredited and skin safe by a leading international skin health organization
  • 3 comfort modes – Normal, gentle or extra gentle setting.
  • 400,000 flashes. 10 intensity levels – 400,000 flashes (+30% vs previous Silk-expert 5) deliver an equivalent of 22 years of treatment.
  • The safest IPL thanks to SensoAdapt™ technology.¹ – Skin tone varies across your body, so the SensoAdapt™ sensor (with UV protection) continuously reads the skin tone and adapts the flash intensity for the safest & most effective permanent visible hair removal.
  • Precision head – The precision head allows you to tackle smaller or trickier areas like face, bikini and underarms.
  • Fast gliding and stamp mode – The gliding mode triggers more flashes for the fastest treatment, ideal for large body parts, while the stamp mode provides a more precise treatment suitable for smaller and sensitive areas.
  • The fastest IPL. Treat both legs in less than 5 minutes at the lowest energy level. 2 times faster than the previous Silk-expert 5.

What’s in the box?

  • Braun Expert Pro 5 device
  • Precision head
  • Power Cable
  • Venus Extra Smooth Swirl razor
  • Printed beauty pouch

Website www.braun.net.nz

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Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL Reviews

Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL Reviews

Reviews

Overall rating:
5.0/5
11th December, 2019
1 members found this review useful
At-home IPL

I'm a regular at the waxing bar - I get my armpits and legs waxed about every 6 weeks. I've never really delved into other ways to remove hair, I'm not sure why, I guess waxing just did enough to keep me happy.

Until now! The IPL has been a revelation, I won't be returning to the waxing bar...maybe I should send them a Dear John letter. It's not you...it's just...I've found something better.

The Braun unit is easy to use and hold, and comes in a lovely zip up case. I like that they included a great quality razor too - covering all bases.

I found the process quick to pick up and get used to, there wasn't really a learning curve, other than to be methodical. I use the glide method and mainly stick to the larger head.

The growth of my leg hair slowed during week one, it was incredible. Ive been treating my legs weekly and I'm due to do them tomorrow - as I can only feel the most minor fuzz growing back.

Is it painful? Hmm, not really. You feel a bit of heat, but it's bearable - I've been using it on the highest settings for both legs and armpits.

When I consider negatives, the only one that really springs to mind is the cost - but as soon as you weigh up the initial outlay to the convenience, effectiveness, comfort and results you get, well, it blows waxing out of the water.

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Karz79
11th August, 2021

Do you still use this? How is it going?

SmileyPisces
15th December, 2019

Great review! =)

Overall rating:
5.0/5
14th December, 2019
0 members found this review useful
Can see hair growth decreasing

I have used the device 4 times and I can already see a dramatic reduction in hair growth, about 60%. I can tell after the next 6 sessions I will have minimal if any hair growth. The device is so easy to use as you can hold the button and continuously glide which makes doing large areas like your legs relatively quick. It is a very simple design and makes it very easy to use.

Tips: Write it in your diary weekly so you can stay consistent and keep to your schedule to ensure maximal results.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
15th December, 2019
3 members found this review useful
Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 IPL - Not what I expected!

I spent close to $3,000 a few years ago getting laser hair removal from a well established clinic. I had sessions every 8 weeks for a year and the pain was unbearable, but it did work and was the best investment Ive made.

Given the cost and the time invested in my last treatment I simply did not expect the Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 to be as effective as it was. So far it has won on cost, pain and effectiveness.

Its a third of the cost of my last treatment which was only for a few areas. With the Pro 5 I can use on all remaining areas and top up when/if necessary. Well worth the investment.

Pain - like I mentioned, my clinic treatment was unbearable. I was expecting the Pro 5 to be similar level of pain especially if it was to be as effective as my clinic treatment. There are three settings, I started at one and within seconds dialled it up to three. I have a very low pain threshold (almost pass out getting blood taken) and this is absolutely fine. The more dense and thick the hair is in particular areas the more it hurts but the zap is so quick its over in less than a second.

It is quick and easy. A minute on my under arms and a few minutes on my thighs. You can either hold and drag across larger areas or pulse/zap pressing on the more sensitive areas like under arms.

Ive used this four weekends in a row now and have already seen at least half the under arm hair disappear. I can see there are patches that are still there so I need to zap in tighter sections. But at least I can see that its actually working!

Absolutely recommend! Think of the money you will save on waxing and the inconvenience of all those appointments or having to shave every few days.

Tips: Start on setting one then work your way up to three.

Pulse under the arms, its a niggly area to drag. Plus I found the pulsing more bearable for that denser part.

Keep it consistent, I chose to do it every Sunday night, easy to remember and Im always home on a Sunday night!

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itskaz_xo
10th February, 2020

What an awesome review! Have you kept up with using it every week? If so, have you noticed more of a difference? I am seriously considering purchasing one. I have fair skin with black hairs that continuously grow :(

Overall rating:
5.0/5
16th December, 2019
2 members found this review useful
Unexpectedly amazing

I started using this amazing device totally hoping it would work but feeling very unsure. I have always struggled with ingrown hairs and hate summer time so in the past I’ve spent thousands of dollars on laser at in-store clinic with great results (but it’s been incredibly pricey and painful).

I chose to use the Braun IPL every Monday (it pays to be consistent) and after three sessions started to see results. The device is really easy to use, quick and the pain is definitely bearable.

After three sessions my hair started growing back much slower and patchy and I imagine after 10 sessions I would see a massive reduction.

So happy to use this product and would def recommend to anyone!

Tips: My hot tip is make sure you look away or wear sunglasses as the light is very bright and also maybe mark out sections on the larger areas, like legs, so that you don’t miss any spots

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
4th June, 2020
2 members found this review useful
Wish I had brought this ages ago!!

I had seen these machines around but didn't want to spend a heap of money on something I wasn't sure would actually work. Then it came on special at Farmers and I took the plunge. I should have done this ages ago and saved thousands on salon treatments!

I used this on my arms, it isn't painful at all and results started showing within 4 weeks, I was using it weekly. Now I'm using in on my arms every 3 weeks (or when i remember) and just zapping the few stubborn hairs that need it. It states not to use this in the summer when you may be tanned, but I started right in the middle of January with tanned skin and it worked fine. I'm naturally pale with dark hair. Also use this on other areas of my body, including my face, and there's no pain at all.

Overall, it is fast and easy to use and the powercord is super long, which is a must, and while the results may be slightly slower than professional salon treatments, the price and convenience of it totally outweigh this one small con.

Tips: Their app is useless, i just kept a small diary and recorded the areas, dates and strength each time.

I also purchased dark UV safety glasses from Mitre10 to protect my eyes.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
23rd August, 2022
0 members found this review useful
Braun pro 5 laser trial

I am super stoked that I bought this machine. I was nervous about investing that much money, but now I wish I brought this ages ago!! It definitely slowed down my hair growth after a couple of consistent weeks of using the machine, and after about 4 months of using it, I have started to notice areas not growing back.

Tips: Buy it, use it weekly, it’s so worth the investment, and love not needing to wax.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
26th September, 2022
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Life Changing

As a gal who has always suffered from excessive hair growth in all the wrong places, the Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 was absolutely life changing for me. I have previously done multiple rounds of laser hair removal treatments at well known laser hair removal clinics in NZ for chin and upper lip area. While the treatments were somewhat effective, as the hair growth around chin and upper lip is often caused by hormones and is at the mercy of good old Aunt Flow, you really needed to keep up with maintenance treatments to ensure the hair does not just grow back and not to mention laser is quite painful! I then got pregnant and basically all off the hair(and some) grew back and I took to plucking and then shaving(bad move). I really didn't have the time to be going for laser treatments every week or two as a busy working mum, so I read the review for this machine and decided to bite the bullet and order it. I started off using it weekly on upper lip and chin and then eventually incorporated my armpits and then my legs. I went from having to shave my upper lip and chin DAILY to now only having a few stubborn hairs which I usually just wait until they start to grow and then give them a zap. My arm pit hairs are now non-existent and my legs(after only 3 weeks) are very patchy and the hair growth is very slow. I am so glad I purchased this machine, it is so easy to use and even better you don't need to leave the house! I don't find this painful at all, similar to others who liken it to a ping of a rubber band but it doesn't bother me at all.

Tips: Start off on the lower setting to gauge how you tolerate the feeling/pain The flash is very bright and even though it says it is safe, I either look away or if doing my full legs I will pop my sunglasses on Use a clean lint-free cloth to wipe off any marks on the head Make sure you commit to using it once a week for the first 12 weeks to see optimal results

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
24th October, 2022
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Don’t delay!

After six sessions of professional laser I had to make a choice, fork out for more or buy a solid at home solution I could do my entire body with. Enter the Braun Pro Silk 5 - regarded top of the line for at home IPLs this device had a big reputation to live up to. I can safely say this has slowed my hair growth significantly in the few months I’ve had it (very comparable to in salon laser!) The speed and convenience is really unmatched, I can do all my bits in under 30 minutes and the auto-adjust makes the whole process a breeze. Pain wise it can smart a little but it lets you know the job is being done! If you’re on the fence like me, don’t delay. This device has enough flashes for your whole body for 15+ years, with half the pain and no inconvenience. Highly recommend

Tips: Avoid sun after use, aloe Vera gel after is an absolute treat.

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Pat17
21st July, 2024

I think these only work on dark hair -Is that right ?

Overall rating:
5.0/5
18th January, 2023
1 members found this review useful
A great way to remove body hair!

I was lucky enough to be chosen to trial the Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL. I am a bit of a wuss and I have only ever shaved to remove unwanted body hair (never waxed), so I was curious to see if the IPL was both better than shaving and pain free!

The Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL comes in a big box. Inside the box is a zip up bag with a gold scalloped pattern on a white background. The bag contains the IPL Pro 5 with the standard head, the precision head, an Australian/NZ power cord, and a European power cord. It also comes with a Gillette Venus razor, and an instruction booklet.

I was quite nervous about using the IPL as I had never had laser hair removal treatment before. So I read the instructions very carefully and I proceeded slowly with the device. They recommend using it only once a week for 4 – 12 weeks. I started on one strip of my right leg only, leaving my left untreated, so I would be better able to compare them.

The device itself is quite easy to use. In order to use it the area needs to be newly shaved. The device works by using two skin tone sensors on either side of the head. They both need to be in contact with the skin at all times. The sensors read your skin tone and selects the appropriate light intensity from that. For large areas you can move the device slowly and continuously across the skin area. The device flashes bright red pulses of light as it moves across the skin. It can sting and feel a little bit like being pricked. The device has three settings of light intensity: standard, gentle, extra gentle. Because I was apprehensive about using it, I opted to use the extra gentle setting each time.

I have been using the IPL for about 4 weeks now. The area that I have been using it on, my right leg, has a noticeable reduction in hair growth in comparison to my left leg, which has not had any treatment. The only difficulties I have encountered when using the device is that even with a large area, such as my leg, the curvature of my calves means that sometimes it is hard to get both light sensors on the standard head in contact with the skin at the same time. However, the package comes with the precision head, which is narrower, so it is great for ankles, knees, armpits, etc. The laser flashes themselves are very bright when using the device, and it can be uncomfortable to look at them, so it is best to look away if you can. But other than that, I found it simple, efficient, and quick to use. After my initial trepidation, I was down to using it for only about 5 minutes per week.

Altogether I think the Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 PL5137 IPL is a great way to remove unwanted body hair if you are a suitable candidate for skin and hair tone. Once you are used to it, it is a fast, efficient, low discomfort way to remove hair.

Tips: Make sure the area is shaved and completely free of hair before treatment. Do not use on skin that has moisturiser or any other product, such as fake tan, applied. Do not use on moles, warts, or dark freckles.

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siouxsannah
9th January, 2024

@Pat17 I don't think it is recommended for fair skin and white hair. The hair needs pigment for it to work.

Pat17
19th December, 2023

Can it be used on fair skin with grey or white hair ?

Overall rating:
5.0/5
1st September, 2023
0 members found this review useful
Life changing

The title of my review might sound a bit dramatic but as someone who has fast growing, dark body hair in abundance this device has seriously made life easier. After using consistently for months I am at a point where hair growth is not only slowed but also the amount of hair looks to be permanently reduced with only sparse amounts still growing back, albeit slower than usual. It's too early for me to tell how long it will take for the hair to grow back as it's not meant to fully permanent and I'm still doing my weekly sessions but after a week of not shaving I'm confident to go swimming without needing to shave and this in itself is great to me. No more daily shaving!! The time and energy saved is so worth it.

Tips: Make sure you have the right skin tone and hair colour for this product to be beneficial to you

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