It’s no easy feat narrowing down a list of the best laser hair-removal devices, but thankfully, shopping them on Amazon makes the process a little smoother. The retailer offers a wide range of professional-level laser and IPL tools that reduce hair growth over the course of a few weeks, and eventually altogether with continual use.
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Experts note that while there’s a bit of a learning curve when using these high-tech products, they’re worth the investment compared to more traditional hair-removal methods like shaving. “Because using lasers offers a more targeted treatment, they reduce the potential of irritation or bumps that may be associated with shaving or waxing,” board-certified dermatologist Marisa Garshick tells Bazaar. “Additionally, laser hair removal provides a more long-term solution than shaving or waxing.” Most laser hair-removal tools offer several settings that allow users to start low and slow to prevent accidental singeing and irritation.
Ready to update your body care routine? Remember that not all laser and IPL tools work for every skin tone and hair color, so it’s important to do thorough research on a device before committing. “Since laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment of the hair follicle, dark hairs tend to respond the best to laser hair removal,” Garshick says.
To make the selection process easier, we’ve consulted skin experts, sifted through customer reviews, and referenced our own favorites for a short list of the best laser hair-removal devices worth shopping for on Amazon. Read on for the top picks professionals and beauty enthusiasts are raving about.
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Pros
FDA-cleared
Works for the entire body
Cons
Can’t wax or pluck hair for six weeks prior to use
Over $750
This versatile tool from the experts at CurrentBody features a larger treatment window, allowing you to reduce hair on your underarms, legs, bikini line, and in more areas in 15 minutes flat. Its concentrated laser technology disables hair follicles at the root for long-lasting results.
Number of settings: Six
Best for: Underarms, legs, bikini, feet, hands, chest, back, stomach
Pros
FDA-cleared
Cons
Not ideal for blondes, redheads, or deeper skin tones
Over $550
Just a single touch activates this diode laser tool, which has six adjustable energy levels, along with a cooling feature to minimize irritation. And since its light turns red when the tool touches your skin and blue when it does not, you can exercise expert precision during your removal treatment.
Number of settings: Six
Best for: Arms, back, underarms, legs
One satisfied customer writes: “I’ve been using DermRays for about two months, typically three times a week, and I’m quite pleased with its performance. The hair removal effectiveness is noticeable, and I’m seeing a decrease in hair regrowth, which is promising for long-term results. I use it on level six for my legs and the auto mode is really convenient for me!” —Sarah G.
Pros
Cordless
Cons
Not ideal for those with gray, blonde, or red hair, or deeper skin tones
Thanks to this device’s handy lack of a cord, you don’t have to worry about being stuck next to a wall while removing unwanted body hair. Not only does it include rechargeable batteries, the tool also uses a built-in skin sensor to detect when to unlock for use.
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Underarms, legs, face
One satisfied customer writes: “I’m really happy about this product. I used it now for six weeks on a weekly basis on my face and I would say that there is only about 20 to 30 percent of hair left. I will continue to use it and hope that everything will be gone soon. I really struggled with my facial hair for a long time.” —Cara R.
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Pros
Uses two built-in lamps for a larger treatment window
Cons
Not ideal for deeper skin tones
Here’s a removal tool that aims to reduce hair growth in just two weeks. It also nicely uses cooling technology that maintains a contact temperature below 65 degrees Fahrenheit to keep your skin comfortable. Plus, the device stops flashing if the desired treatment area is deemed too dark for safe application.
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Face, legs, arms, underarms, bikini
One satisfied customer writes: “I love this device. I’ve seen results in 2 short weeks. Customer service is friendly and so willing to assist with order issues. 10 out of 10 completely recommend.” —Anonymous
Pros
Easy to use
Results visible in as little as two weeks
Cons
Not ideal for those with gray, blonde, or red hair, or deeper skin tones
Bazaar associate beauty editor Katie Intner counts SmoothSkin’s Pure Fit IPL device as one of her favorites, after road-testing it for a number of weeks. “It’s very user-friendly: It will never zap light or heat without perfect skin contact. Dots on the side light up white when there’s good contact and red when there is poor contact,” she explains. “I loved this feature, because no matter which direction I was going in, it took the guesswork out of trying to get the laser in the right spot to work.”
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Face, legs, arms, underarms, bikini
Pros
Easy to use
Under $200
Cons
Not ideal for those with gray, blonde, or red hair, or deeper skin tones
“This option is a really great value in terms of cost, and it also comes with a warranty, which will replace the device if there are any issues with it,” celebrity esthetician and SkinLab founder Joshua Ross tells Bazaar.
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Bikini, underarms, legs, arms, face
One satisfied customer writes: “I have to admit, as a former certified laser technician I was initially skeptical about the effectiveness of this device. Not only did it work, but it wasn’t painful either! Win/win!!! Kudos Nood!” —Jessica I.
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Pros
Device includes accessories
Cons
Not ideal for those with gray, blonde, or red hair, or deeper skin tones
This dermatologist-recommended device uses a skin-tone adapting sensor with UV protection to adjust its flash intensity. It also features a glide mode that can be helpful to cover larger surface areas, plus a precision head to smooth smaller surface areas that may also be difficult to reach, like the bikini line and underarms.
Number of settings: Two
Best for: Bikini, underarms, legs, arms
Customer review: “The Braun IPL Long-lasting Hair Removal System is one of the best hair removal systems, I’ve used. I love that it comes with a bag for travel. I can pack it up and take it with me and not miss any treatments. It also comes with four caps and a razor to get you started. I’ve been using the machine for about a month and I can tell that it’s really working on my hair.” —Rachel
Pros
Cooling
Features an extra-large treatment window
Cons
Must shave before using
Just like the majority of Foreo’s buzzy devices, this IPL hair removal tool is extremely high-tech—it even comes with its own app. The tool uses up to 120 flashes per minute and T-sonic massage to dilate pores, allowing light pulses to access hair follicles easily.
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Underarms, legs, face, back, bikini
One satisfied customer writes: “I wasn’t really expecting much, as a woman with very dark, thick hairs that seem to grow from places I didn’t know existed, I have always struggled with hair removal. Shaving just leaves me with black roots and ingrown hairs and epilating is so time-consuming. I couldn’t wait to give this a go and put it to the test with my unmanageable body hair. I am so over the moon with this Foreo IPL hair removal device.” —Cathryn
Pros
Easy to use
Includes sunglasses
Under $100
Cons
Not ideal for those with gray, blonde, or red hair, or deeper skin tones
This IPL tool is already budget-friendly at under $100, but right now, you can snag it for 20 percent off while it’s on rare sale. It also includes 999,000 flashes—most devices contain 500,000—which means you’re getting even more bang for your buck.
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Underarms, legs, face, back, bikini
One satisfied customer writes: “No pain, five different levels, so easy to use. I am at my second treatment and I already see a difference! Just a little more tricky to use with the left hand…I’m a righty.” —Sunny
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Pros
Compact
FDA-cleared
Cons
Cannot pluck or wax hair while using device
While not exactly a laser or IPL device, this favorite from Silk’nis worth the buy, according to Amazon shoppers. It uses a quartz bulb and home pulsed light technology (HPL) to reduce hair density with a single button and in just 20 minutes.
Number of settings: Five
Best for: Face, legs, arms, underarms, bikini
One satisfied customer writes: “Yes this really works. I started using this in early December and my bikini line and upper lip are pretty much non-existent. This works. I also used it every three days. I am Very light skin with dark hair and dark eyes.” —HikingGirl
Meet the experts
- Marisa Garshick, M.D., F.A.A.D., is a board-certified dermatologist and assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Cornell New York Presbyterian Medical Center.
- Joshua Ross is a celebrity esthetician and founder of SkinLab, based in Manhattan Beach, California.
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