Braun Silk-expert IPL

Braun Silk-expert IPL

FAQs

All you need to know before you start your treatment

Why isn't IPL suitable for darker skin tones?

Since dark skin contains more melanin, it could absorb more than the safe, recommended amount of light energy which may cause discomfort.

I have red hair, can I use an IPL device?

Braun Silk-expert is not suitable for everyone. It is most effective on light to medium skin tones with hair ranging from natural blonde to dark brown/black. The device is not effective on very blonde, red, grey or white hair where the smaller amount of melanin would not absorb the light energy.

Do I need to stay out of the sun before IPL?

If your skin tone got darker due to artifical or natural tanning and your skin does not suffer from any irritation the Braun Silk-expert IPL device can be used as it will automatically adjust the energy level to the safest and most efficacious level while also telling you if your skin has become too dark for treatment.

Is it suitable for men to use?

Men can use Braun Silk-expert from the shoulders down (chest, back, arms, stomach, legs). It should not be used on the face, neck or genital area. Use on male beards or facial hair may lead to uneven results.

How to best use Silk-expert

Is IPL suitable for intimate areas?

IPL is safe for use on the bikini line, but it isn’t suitable for the genital area where the skin may have a darker colour and where there is a greater hair density, which would absorb more light energy and may cause discomfort.

Can I use IPL on my face?

Braun Silk-expert is safe for use on the face below the cheekbones. It shouldn’t be used near the eyes and along the forehead. It works effectively on the upper lip, chin and jawline. We recommend doing a patch test before use.

How do I prepare the areas I am going to treat?

Ensure the area you are treating has been shaved or epilated and is clean before use. If you are epilating make sure to wait 2-3 days before using IPL treatment to ensure the root has had time to grow back.

Why do I need to remove hair before each IPL treatment?

To be most effective, the light from the device needs to target the root. Removing hair before use ensures that the light will target only the root, and not be used up on the hair above the surface.

After your treatment

How long will it take to see results?

The typical hair growth cycle varies between individuals and could take up to 18-24 months, depending on body area (underarm, lower leg and bikini area can take the most time). Since only hairs in their growing phase are susceptible to treatment with light, it is important to do multiple treatments to achieve continuously smooth skin. For this reason, we recommend a start-up phase of 4-12 weekly treatments to achieve optimum results. If you no longer see hair growing, you do not need to complete the full 12 weekly treatments. You can switch to maintenance treatments.

How often will I have to treat to maintain the hair removal results?

After completing your start-up phase, you can continue to treat according to your needs. Re-treat on a per need basis. Some women need to treat once every 1 – 2 months and some only once every 6 – 12 months.

How should I care for my skin after IPL?

There are no special steps needed after IPL treatment. If you have very sensitive skin you might want to take care to not expose treated skin to additional stress like when using a hot tub or sauna.

Do I need to stay out of the sun after IPL?

To protect your skin in general you should always use sunscreen (SPF 15 or more recommended) in any case. Only if your skin showed any signs of sensitivity after the IPL treatment (for example redness) you should take extra care and rather avoid exposure to sun or tanning booths / solariums.

Can Silk-expert IPL be used by pregnant women or teenagers?

As the product has not been tested among these groups it should not be used.

Do I need to use gels or buy replacement lamps?

Braun Silk-expert IPL works without the need of additional lotions or gels and there is no need to purchase replacement lamps like with other devices. The Silk-expert IPL lamp will provide 6 years worth of full body treatments.

Do I need to wear goggles?

There is no need to wear goggles when using Silk-expert. The skin contact sensors ensure that the device can only be triggered when in contact with the skin and the light visible during treatment is perfectly safe.

Our project with Braun Silk-expert

What is the aim of our project?

For the first time, IPL technology is available to use in our own homes. We're aiming to help women across the country decide if IPL treatment is the right hair removal choice for them, by getting to grips with the Silk-expert ourselves, and then leaving our honest, expert reviews on sites such as Amazon!

Where should I leave my Amazon review?

Click here to go to the review page for the Braun Silk-expert IPL!

Once there give it your initial star rating, and then use the box underneath to share your honest opinions about the product.

How do I let you know I've shared my honest review on Amazon?

Firstly, click here to see all your Amazon reviews!

Next, simply find you Braun Silk-expert IPL review (it'll probably be at the top!). Then right click on "Permalink", copy the link location and paste it to us in our URL report tool in the dashboard.

What should I say in my review?

Once you've read the instructions and given the product a couple of test drives you can leave a review. First and foremost, be honest! Our expert savvy circler opinions will help women decide if IPL is right for them.

If you're stuck for what to write, a good place to start might be:

  • How easy is it to use?

  • Did you find the product comfortable and safe to use?

  • Did you find the IPL well designed and easy to hold?

  • Do you like the colour and design?

  • How fast was it to complete a treatment on one arm or leg, etc.?

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