It has a micro-ridged ceramic head which removes hairs gently and at a really fast speed, meaning it should be less painful. With a choice of two comfort combs (2mm and 4mm), you can also select the perfect length for your personal style. As a updated version of the Panasonic ED53 that we’ve also included in this list – and both get great reviews – the Panasonic EL9A has a 30 percent wider head for more coverage and quicker epilating, and a 90-degree swivel to help you reach any tricky areas. Some are designed specially for different jobs, so it’s worth considering how, where and how often you'll use one before making a purchase. The Cordless Lady Shaver features an integrated flexible trimmer that trims the finest hairs – even those stray ones that can sometimes escape – before smoothly producing a soft and polished finish.

The intercept trimmer has an Aloe Vera strip for silky smooth skin meaning areas may be soothed as they are smoothed, making shaving more comfortable. Easy to hold and small in size, which makes it easier to wield, this epilator is particularly good for trickier areas, like the backs of your legs. Again, be sure to read the directions on your individual product for any additional things to know before shaving. It's designed for a gentle, comfortable shave, wet or dry, and includes seven accessories to customize your hair removal. Not just designed for legs, it can be used on your underarms and bikini area too, thanks to its bikini trimming attachment comb.Mumsnetters have tried out hundreds of epilators over the years and have strong opinions on which are the best, and which leave little to be desired. As for which model to use, it depends on which area of the body you are shaving, although many of the razors listed above can be used on the legs, underarms, bikini line, and even the face. If you're sensitive to loud noises, look no further: This shaver is designed to be whisper-quiet, and features three blades to trim hair on your arms, legs, back, and bikini line with ease. You can use the facial brush with your usual cleanser and moisturiser to help these products penetrate your skin more deeply and get to work faster. And contrary to what some may believe, shaving or trimming your hair away doesn't mean you'll eventually end up looking like Chewbacca.

Some epilators can be used in the shower, so if you think you might find it painful, we'd recommend a wet and dry epilator. This model from Braun is designed with a slim head to give you plenty of control to use on areas such as brows, upper lip and chin.If swift and effective hair removal isn’t enough to convince you, it can also be used as an electric shaver, bikini comb, foot exfoliator and sonic cleansing brush. Experts in innovation we pride ourselves on being at the very cutting-edge of technology and work with top salon professionals from all over the world to produce electrical personal care products that really work, care for you and deliver superior results every single time. So before we did anything else, we first went to the Mumsnet forums to scout out the epilators Mumsnet users swear by. IPL stands for 'intense pulsed light,' and they work by directing light at the melanin in each hair follicle, which then stunts growth.