Best Philips epilators and photoepilators in 2022

Among other beauty standards, an important place is occupied by smooth skin, free from excess hairs. This can be achieved with epilators and photoepilators manufactured by various brands, including the eminent company Philips.

History of hair removal

The history of epilation is rooted in the distant past. The first historical information about hair removal is associated with the name of Cleopatra. The queen used wax compositions for these purposes. The female population of Ancient Hellas removed unwanted hair with bronze tweezers. The ancient Greeks twisted their hair into threads and pulled them out by the roots. Ancient Egypt is considered the birthplace of the first razor. In general, the inhabitants of the ancient world paid special attention to hygiene and the removal of hair from the body in particular.

The Middle Ages were distinguished by a controversial attitude towards the presence of body hair in women. Either they removed the eyebrows and hair on the head almost to the back of the head, or, on the contrary, introduced a ban on hair removal in general.

Fashion for smooth skin returned in the first half of the 20th century with the advent of bikini swimsuits. At the same time, the first epilator was invented, which carried out the procedure for more than 15 hours. Fortunately, at present, hair removal devices have become more advanced, and the process of hair removal has become faster and more affordable for every woman.

Types of epilators

Epilators differ primarily in the technologies that underlie their work. Based on this, there are:

• electroepilators;
• photoepilators;
• laser epilators.

The mechanism of action of the electroepilator is to pull out the hair from the root with the help of rotating discs. Capturing can be done both by the discs themselves (disc epilators) and by tweezers mounted on the discs (tweezer epilators). Discs can be made of metal or ceramic. Tweezers - only from metal.

When choosing an electric epilator, you should decide which areas you will treat with it. Manufacturers offer models for epilation of the legs, bikini area, armpits, face. Another selection criterion is the ability to operate the device offline, especially if you have to spend a lot of time on the road. However, the battery model will still have to be charged, because. its working time is limited. The presence of additional nozzles and accessories in the package is undoubtedly a plus, but it most often affects the final cost of the product.

It is worth paying attention to the additional features that manufacturers offer. Lighting, floating head of the epilator, cooling accessories - all this will make epilation comfortable and effective. The possibility of carrying out the procedure in water is a moot point. Some users note less pain during the procedure under water, others - inefficiency when working in a wet mode.

Consider the most popular and high-quality, according to user reviews, models of Philips brand electric epilators.

Philips electric epilators

The first six models have many similarities. They have the same form, differing only in external execution. All models are mains powered only. In addition, the following parameters will be common for them: the number of disks and tweezers (21 and 20, respectively). All six devices have tweezers made of metal.

Philips HP6420 Satinelle epilator behind Satinelle legs

Average price: 1600 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 600; 2 - 733;
The weight	0.23 kg
Manufacturer country	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Guarantee period	2 years

The HP6420 epilator is designed for foot care only. Being the basic model of this series, it does not have additional nozzles and functions.Comes with a brush to clean the epilating head.

• the epilating head can be washed;
• cheap;
• comfortable;
• compact;
• nothing extra;
• long cord;
• the price-quality ratio is optimal.

• few tweezers, due to this, the procedure is a little painful;
• noisy;
• wire breaks quickly.

Epilator Philips HP6422 Satinelle

Average price: 1650 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 600; 2 - 733;
The weight	0.23 kg
Manufacturer country	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Guarantee period	2 years

This model is also only for leg hair removal. To reduce pain, it is equipped with an Opti-Start massage head.

• you can wash the nozzle;
• light;
• cheap;
• two speeds;
• long cord;
• weakly heated.

• no backlight;
• nozzle with a massager does not give the desired effect;
• wire breaks quickly.

Philips HP6549 Satinelle Hair Removal Kit

Average price: 2090 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	1
Movements per second	600
The weight	0.39 kg
Manufacturer country	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Guarantee period	2 years

The set consists of an epilator, a mini epilator and tweezers, a cleaning brush and a case. The mini epilator is battery operated. It is narrower, so it does a great job styling in the bikini area. Tweezers are used to remove facial hair or to correct eyebrows.

• the possibility of wet cleaning of the epilation head on a large epilator.

• lack of backlight;
• the head of the mini epilator is not removable and cannot be washed;
• breaks individual hairs.

Set: bikini line trimmer and epilator Philips HP6548 Satinelle

The average price is 2200 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	1
Movements per second	600
The weight	0.39 kg
Manufacturer country	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Guarantee period	2 years

The complete set is as follows: epilator, bikini trimmer, comb attachment, cleaning brush, storage bag for accessories. This model can be used on the legs and bikini line.

HP6548, like previous epilators, is powered only by the mains. The comb attachment allows you to trim the hair in the delicate area to the desired length. The trimmer makes it possible to diversify the bikini design.

• the presence of a trimmer;
• comfortable;
• bag as a gift;

• noisy;
• slightly painful;
• one speed of work;
• no backlight.

Epilator Philips HP6425 Satinelle

Average price: 2400 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 600; 2 - 733;
The weight	0.23 kg
Manufacturer country	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Guarantee period	2 years

The HP6425 is essentially a kit. The equipment is as follows: epilator, comb attachment, trimmer attachment, shaving head and tweezers for spot hair removal. The presence of these nozzles allows you to remove hair, as well as to simulate intimate haircuts. Everything fits neatly into a storage case.

• the possibility of wet cleaning;
• the price corresponds to the quality provided;
• the presence of a trimmer nozzle;
• comfortable;

• the second speed works only with the main nozzle;
• no backlight.

Epilator Philips HP6540 Satinelle

Average price: 5160 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 600; 2 - 733;
The weight	0.23 kg
Manufacturer country	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Guarantee period	2 years

A wonderful set of three components: epilator, narrow mini epilator, tweezers with light. Armpits have been added to the care of the legs and delicate areas. Like all the above models, it does not have a backlight.

• it is convenient to pluck eyebrows with tweezers with a flashlight even in low light;
• optimal cost for a 3 in 1 kit;
• qualitatively removes hair;
• almost no irritation after use;

• no storage case
• in a small epilator, the nozzle is not removed;
• On a small epilator one speed.

Epilator Philips SatinPerfect HP 6575

Average price: 2800 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 1173; 2 - 1360;
The weight	0.46 kg
Manufacturer country	Slovenia
Guarantee period	2 years

This model differs from the previous six in the following parameters:

• has a different design and shape;
• the number of discs and tweezers (17 and 32, respectively);
• tweezers are made of ceramics.

In addition, this epilator is rechargeable and can be used in water. A huge advantage is the presence of a backlight, which allows you to carry out the procedure with greater accuracy.

The kit includes, in addition to the epilation head, a nozzle for sensitive areas, a massage nozzle and a limiter nozzle. A brush and a cover are also included. Can be used for foot and body care.

• you can use foam during epilation;
• illumination helps to see even the thinnest hairs;
• decent quality for such a price;

• heats up quickly;
• skips fine hairs;
• small battery capacity;
• inconvenient button for switching speeds.

The following model range is represented by battery epilators, which are united by common features: the number of disks and tweezers (17 and 32, respectively), tweezers are made of ceramics. The time of their operation of devices on the battery is on average 40 minutes. Each model is equipped with Opti-light. These epilators have a wider scope. They can be used on the face. Also common to them is the presence of two speeds of work, which allows you to adjust the duration of the procedure and the level of its pain.

Epilator Philips BRE650 Satinelle

Average price: 7070 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 960; 2 - 1066
The weight	0.41 kg
Manufacturer country	China
Guarantee period	2 years

This model has eight nozzles: massage, Skin stretcher (to reduce pain), for the face, for body massage, for body peeling, for sensitive areas, comb and shaving head.

• allows for comprehensive body care;
• independence from wires and networks;
• interesting design;
• it is possible to carry out epilation on wet skin;
• excellent equipment;
• does not let through even thin hair;

• cannot be used while charging;
• the soreness-reducing nozzle is not effective enough.

Epilator Philips BRE640/00 Satinelle Prestige

Average price: 5370 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 960; 2 - 1066;
The weight	0.41 kg
Manufacturer country	China
Guarantee period	2 years

According to the technical characteristics, it is similar to the model described above, but there are slight differences in the configuration. There is no attachment for body massage and exfoliation, but there is a bikini trimmer with a comb.The design is similar.

• epilation with foam is possible;
• ceramic discs do not heat up;
• complete absence of pain;
• comfortable handle;
• the presence of illumination;

• some of the nozzles are not used.

Epilator Philips BRE644 Satinelle Prestige

Average price: 5590 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 960; 2 - 1066
The weight	0.41 kg
Manufacturer country	China
Guarantee period	2 years

This model comes with seven accessories. Unlike the previous two, this model does not have a shaving head, but there is a nozzle for body peeling.

• moisture resistance;
• the battery lasts for a long time;
• high-quality peeling thanks to the nozzle;
• comfortable;

• skips thin hair.

Epilator Philips BRE632 Satinelle Advanced

Average price: 5550 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 1066; 2 - 1173
The weight	0.41 kg
Manufacturer country	China
Guarantee period	2 years

The 5-in-1 package allowed to reduce the cost of the BRE632 epilator without losing functionality, because. the most necessary nozzles remained: massage, for sensitive areas, comb, bikini trimmer and shaving head

• lower cost relative to similar models;
• functional and useful trimmer;

• cannot be used while the battery is being charged.

Epilator Philips BRE620 Satinelle Advanced

Average price: 3785 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 960; 2 - 1066
The weight	0.41 kg
Manufacturer country	China
Guarantee period	2 years

The BRE620 epilator has only three attachments: massage, comb and shaving head, which significantly reduces its cost compared to similar models with a larger package.

• no overpayment for additional nozzles;

• massage nozzle does not relieve pain.

Epilator Philips BRE605 Satinelle Advanced

Average price: 3700 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of speeds	2
Movements per second	1 - 1066; 2 - 1173
The weight	0.41 kg
Manufacturer country	China
Guarantee period	2 years

Basic equipment in this model range. Doesn't have any extra attachments.

• comfortable;
• you pay only for the epilator, without overpaying for additional features;

• skips fine hairs.

Photoepilators Philips

Photoepilators emit light energy waves with a length of 550 to 1200 nm. It is with their influence that the mechanism of operation of devices is connected. It lies in the fact that the hair roots absorb light energy, where it is converted into heat. The hair follicle heats up and is further destroyed. With a regular procedure, it is possible to completely stop hair growth, or turn them into an inconspicuous white fluff. Subject to all the recommendations, home photoepilation is completely painless.

When choosing a photoepilator, you should pay attention to such a characteristic as the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe lamp window. The larger it is, the faster the procedure will go. It is important to keep in mind that photoepilators have usage restrictions that you need to study before buying.

Photoepilator components for an efficient and harmless process:

• light pulse power regulator. Usually up to 5 power levels;
• nozzle for delicate areas:
• skin tone sensor adjusts flash output;
• UV filter to protect the skin in delicate areas;
• skin contact sensor. He is responsible for turning off the device in the event that the nozzle does not fit snugly against the skin.

It is worth noting that Philips was the first company to provide its users with the opportunity to carry out photoepilation at home, which had previously been carried out only in salons.

Consider the most popular models of Philips photoepilators.

Photoepilator Philips sc1992/00

The average price is 11500 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of modes	5
spectrum of light	525 nm
Cartridge yield (number of flashes)	100000
Impact zone area	4 sq.cm
Possibility to replace lamps	No
The weight	0.7 kg
Manufacturer country	Hungary
Guarantee period	2 years

It is recommended to use for removing body hair and works only from the mains. This model does not have additional nozzles, but it is equipped with a UV filter to protect the skin.

This photoepilator has a "Slide and Flash" mode for continuous use and a "Step and Flash" mode for delicate areas of the body.

• successfully stops hair growth;
• long wire;

• you can not change the lamp;
• not effective on all parts of the body;
• uncomfortable handle, you have to hold the body.

Photoepilator Philips Lumea Prestige SC2007

Average price: 19800 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of modes	5
spectrum of light	over 570 nm
Cartridge yield (number of flashes)	250000
Impact zone area	4 cm2; 2 cm2
Possibility to replace lamps	No
The weight	0.8 kg
Manufacturer country	Hungary
Guarantee period	2 years

Can be used on legs, body, face. There are Slide and Flash and Stamp and Flash modes.The face cap has a smaller impact area (2 cm²), which allows you to bypass moles and pigmented areas. A UV filter and protection against accidental flash make the process safe, and the ability to choose the intensity of the light flash allows you to cope with even the toughest hair.

• effectively affects all hair, even very coarse;
• wireless;
• suitable for the face;

• uncomfortable handle;
• You can't change the lamp.

Photoepilator Philips Lumea BRI956

Average price: 28300 rubles.

Options	Characteristics
Number of modes	5
spectrum of light	over 570 nm
Cartridge yield (number of flashes)	250 000
Impact zone area	4.1 cm2; 3 cm;, 2 cm2
Possibility to replace lamps	No
The weight	0.8 kg
Manufacturer country	Hungary
Guarantee period	2 years

Wide scope. In addition to a UV filter, protection against accidental flash, this epilator is equipped with a skin color sensor (detects skin tone) and a Smart Skin sensor (helps you choose the right setting). There are also Slide and Flash and Stamp and Flash modes. Model BRI956 has four nozzles that differ in the area of ​​influence (4.1 cm², 3 cm² and 2 cm²) and shape. The nozzle for the body is concave in shape with the largest area of ​​influence, for the face - the smallest with an additional filter. The nozzles for the armpits and bikini area have a convex shape, which allows you to treat hard-to-reach places.

• Beautiful design;
• useful attachments;
• visible result;
• painlessly removes hair;
• can be used both from the mains and from the battery;

• heavy;
• expensive;
• heats up during prolonged use;
• not informative battery indicator.

Conclusion

Philips offers a wide range of electric epilators. Among them there are both budget options - up to 2000 rubles, and expensive ones - over 7000.

All devices are similar in functionality. When choosing electric epilators, you need to pay attention to the number of speeds, additional attachments that are included in the kit, and the area of ​​application.

Currently, Philips pays great attention to home photoepilation and makes it as affordable and effective as possible. Photoepilation is the most painless and effective way to remove hair. Despite the high cost of the presented models and some shortcomings in them, their popularity is constantly growing.