Epilator tested by Kassensturz: these are the results
29.6.2018
Translation: machine translated
The SRF programme "Kassensturz" and the consumer magazine "Saldo" had eight epilators tested. The criteria used to test the hair removal devices and the results are shown here.
The conclusion of the test is clear: not all epilators tested performed well. Only three hair removers were convincing. One even failed completely. Even though most of the devices work and remove hair thoroughly, they do not do this equally well everywhere. Epilating on the legs is the best and most pain-free with all tested epilators. In the bikini line and under the armpits, however, most devices plucked out less hair than on the legs, but caused more pain.
How it was tested
Twelve women tested the eight epilators on the legs (35% weighting), in the bikini area (25% weighting) and under the armpits (25% weighting). We tested how thoroughly the epilators remove hairs (weighted at 70% in each case) and whether they cause pain and skin irritation (weighted at 30% in each case). The epilators were tested in a dry state. (Tip from the editorial team: wet epilation in the shower can alleviate pain). To assess the result, the experts also checked the hair roots three to five days after epilation. This revealed whether the hair was "only" cut off with the epilator or completely removed.
The testers also assessed the handling of the devices (15% weighting). In other words, how the epilators can be guided, whether they glide smoothly on the skin and how conveniently the switches are positioned.
The test devices also measured how long a battery charge lasts when using the maximum operating level.
Test results "Good"
#1 - Braun Silk-épil 9
Overall rating "Good", grade 5.2
Legs: 5.3
Armpits: 5.1
Bikini line: 5
Handling: 5.4
#2 - Braun Silk-épil 5
Overall rating "Good", grade 5.1
Legs: 5.3
Armpits: 4.9
Bikini line: 4.9
Handling: 5.3
Braun recommends this latest model in the "Silk-épil 5" series as an alternative to the EOL device, which, according to the manufacturer, epilates even better and is gentler on the skin
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#3 - Panasonic ES-ED96-S503
Overall rating "Good", grade 5
Legs: 5.3
Armpits: 4.8
Bikini line: 4.7
Handling: 5
Test results "Sufficient"
#4 - Philips Satinelle Advanced
Overall rating "Sufficient", grade 4.7
Legs: 4.9
Armpits: 4.5
Bikini line: 4.6
Handling: 5
#5 - BaByliss Perfect'liss
Overall rating "Sufficient", grade 4.7
Legs: 4.9
Armpits: 4.5
Bikini line: 4.5
Handling: 5.2
#6 - Beurer HL 70 3in1
Overall rating "Sufficient", grade 4.5
Legs: 4.5
Armpits: 4.4
Bikini line: 4.4
Handling: 4.7
#7 - Trisa Double Head
Overall rating "Sufficient", grade 4.3
Legs: 4.9
Armpits: 3.9
Bikini line: 3.8
Handling: 4.4
Test result "Poor"
#8 - Wizzit
Overall rating "Poor", score 2.4
Legs: 2
Armpits: 2
Bikini area: 2
Handling: 4.5
We do not carry this model in our range . To the Kassensturz test
Cinzia Memper
Category Marketing Manager
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