Hair removal for men is a popular but relatively unexplored industry. There’s a huge amount of focus on the various razors available for shaving, with little awareness on the alternative methods available. Fortunately, that seems to be changing, and hair removal techniques once only marketed to women are now gaining popularity amongst men wanting a clean-shaven look not just on their face, but other parts of the body too.
It’s believed that the action of shaving is almost as old as humanity itself, with early humans using anything found amongst nature to tidy up unruly facial hair and. The razor itself has undergone huge changes since its inception, from the prehistoric use of sharpened flint to the 21st century prevalence of nifty electric razors, yet it persists as the most widely-used tool of hair removal worldwide.
Shaving is undoubtedly a reliable method of hair removal for men, seemingly both quick and cheap, but it doesn’t always produce the best results. Even with particular care taken it’s easy to end up with nicks in the skin, which very often leads to an embarrassing day wearing toilet paper to blot up a bleeding face. Razor bumps and ingrown hairs are a common side-effect when shaving anywhere on the body, and when paired with layers of clothing can cause uncomfortable chafing and further irritation.
If you’re looking for a better, more efficient way to keep your beard neat and body hair ‘shaven’, look no further than an IPL device.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) reduces hair growth by directing light into the skin, which is then converted into heat and absorbed by your body’s melanin. From here it kills hair cells right at the root until, over time, growth is slowed and then stopped. You might be thinking that this sounds too complex and scientific to do at home, so we’ve rounded up 5 of the top hair removal devices for men that will ensure the process is straightforward and stress-free.
1. Ulike Hair Removal
The IPL devices by Ulike come in 3 different variations: Sapphire AIR+ Dark Green, Sapphire AIR+ Light Green, and Sapphire AIR White. Each of these uses different light transmittance settings, so although any of the 3 can provide high-quality hair removal, there is a difference in their strength.
Unlike others on the market, Ulike’s handsets have been developed by scientists with ‘sapphire ice cooling technology’, a medical-grade technology that reduces the usual heat emitted by IPL and makes the process much more comfortable for the user.
The compact handheld devices weigh less than 300g and boast 5 intensity levels, which makes them ideal for use on any part of the body, no matter how tough or sensitive the skin.
2. Kenzzi Hair Removal
Kenzzi have two main handsets available tailored to hair removal, one of which uses a cooling head. They also offer 5 different levels of light intensity, affirming Kenzzi hair removal as a safe, at-home alternative to inconvenient and expensive salon trips. Kenzzi’s Multi-Function Handset comes with extra attachments for use on acne and areas of dark age spots, so you can experience a full self-care treatment from the comfort of your home.
3. Braun Laser Hair Removal
Braun has an extensive range of hair removal tools, all of which are suitable for use by anyone with hair! Their Silk Expert Pro 5 handset comes with 10 different intensity levels, allowing a fully tailored approach to hair removal for men. It can be used on the face, back, chest, and arms - really anywhere with hair where you don’t want it.
The most premium Braun laser hair removal is ‘loaded’ with 400,000 flashes, which essentially means it’ll last for a lifetime of use. In just one 10-minute session a week, you will quickly see soft and smooth results.
4. BoSidin Hair Removal
A relative underdog on the scene, BoSidin hair removal is available with two different devices: the BoSidin Pioneer and the BoSidin Mini. Like all good handsets, it promises easy and painless hair removal that, with the right routine, will last for years to come. It also has integrated cooling technology, and 6 different settings to customise your experience.
The thing that sets the BoSidin Pioneer apart, however, is its 180° rotating head. When it comes to hair removal for men, the ability to reach and adapt to different parts of the body is a huge benefit - allowing you to comfortably remove facial hair one minute, and move onto your chest the next.
5. Nood Hair Removal
Nood’s signature product, The Flasher 2.0, is a much-loved hair removal device with a global presence. It guarantees significant results in 8 weeks or less, with sessions lasting just 10 minutes. The wide window speeds up treatment time and uses fewer flashes, but even if the available 600,000 flashes do run out after several years’ usage - Nood will replace your device completely free of charge! Consumer reviews love using this product anywhere on the body, and it’s painless enough for hair removal on even the most sensitive of body parts.
Hair removal for men is a rapidly growing market with a range of different tools and techniques for use all over the body. The above 5 IPL handsets are just some of our favourite contenders for laser-style hair removal, showing you that a quick, painless, and cost-effective treatment is easier than you might think!
