Thanks Gloria. That’s great to hear : )

You may find the newer models work better. I have dark hair so it has worked well for me on all areas - although, as shown, I do still have some hair on my legs but it is sparse. I had IPL in a clinic over 19 years ago now which didn’t work well so the technology seems to have improved.

So glad you found this helpful! I’ll be filming a six-month update next month : )

Thanks Claudia! Hope you get a great result too. My hair growth has radically reduced. It’s brilliant!

Hi! It's been aprox 2 months since your comment and I'm currently researching diferent brands of ipl. Can you tell me how it worked for you? It would be of great help

@@sasy1533 hi Sofia I found the Faustian to work quite well for hair removal. It did lessen a red spot on my face as well. But as far as pigment, I did not see any results I actually reviewed it in a video and showed before and after of hair, skin and pigment, if you are interested I hope you are having a great weekend

@@sasy1533 Hi Sofia. I’m filming an update next weekend to discuss the longer-term results. I think the promise of 80% reduction in hair growth for those with darker hair is about right. It’s been a good buy as far as I’m concerned

Thanks for watching and for sharing your experience - glad you're getting a good result.

So glad you enjoyed it - and thanks for the sub!

Hope you get great results! Thanks for watching : )

That’s really kind of you to say - and I’m so glad you found the videos helpful.

@Brayden Tanner It does take a bit of time to cover areas - particularly full legs - but it’s worth it : )

You’re welcome! Hope you get a great result : )

Thanks Jodi! So glad you found it helpful

I think the leg hair takes longer - my underarm hair has also completely gone and it’s been really effective on my bikini line. Don’t think it’s your technique, but I would just keep going on the legs

Glad to hear you got a result 😀

Are you still using it?

Hmm, I've not heard of that happening before but if it's happened to you it's likely happened to others. Have you tried emailing Philips to let them know? They may either be able to offer you advice or a refund.

@@thehonestchannel no I actually haven't , I'll email them and ask my dermatologist about it too , Thank you 🙏🏻 💕

Hey, have you done any laser session previously? It could be related to ovaries and hormones. Specifically PCOS

@@nim2459 No I actually haven't, but PCOS is more of hirsutism rather than hypertrichosis , also after counseling my dermatologist and continuing my sessions i thankfully got rid of the problem

Thanks Bibi! Glad you found it helpful.

Hi. Yes, I think I did notice a slight reduction after the first use but it starts to get more noticeable after two or three : )

Yes, I have only a tiny number of under arms hairs now so I’m not having to shave much at all : )

U would say it’s worth it?

@@mariadayala89 It’s effective on darker hair, yes.

You could, but you would get the best result by shaving first as the energy will travel deeper into the hair follicle.

Thanks Amy! You should always shave before using an IPL device to get the best result - but from the first treatment you will see the hair thinning out so you won’t mind shaving so much : ). I use a cheap electric shaver now to catch any stragglers.

@@thehonestchannel Thank you! I guess j'm just a little scared it doesn't work as well then the hair is growing worse than before if I've shaved it! I think if I get one and find a good deal I'll try on the lower leg first to be safe haha

@@amymills1577 The technology really does work on darker hair so I think you can feel optimistic.

Hi Lauren. I'm not hair free but have very little hair on my legs now and virtually none under my arms. I'll be filming an update at the beginning of May.

@@thehonestchannel awesome thank u! 😊

I live in USA can u tell I can buy it from where?

I haven’t tried the 7000 but it looks to have an additional attachment for the bikini line so if they’re very close in price I’d be tempted to go with that one.

@@thehonestchannel many thanks 💕💕

Hi. It should be fine to use it weekly on fast growing hair for the first few weeks.

I’ve used it a couple of times on my upper lip and it has reduced regrowth. The bottom line with this device is that it works well on darker hair anywhere on the face or body.

You’re most welcome! Glad you found it helpful

You can use it straight after shaving and I had very little skin sensitivity with it so moisturiser is fine straight after. I would do a skin patch test first time though.

Hi. So glad you found the review helpful. IPL is a light treatment rather than laser so protective glasses are not required. : )

@@thehonestchannel thank you and May I ask do we just press one time for flashing in each area, and then we move to the next part? Means we cannot press for flash more than one time on the same area?

@@kobilovechocolate Hi. Yes, the recommendation is you flash once and move on.

@@thehonestchannel and May I know if power 3 is what you would recommend to go for? Somehow I am thinking if the higher the power, the stronger it prevents the hair to grow?

@@kobilovechocolate Just go as high as you feel comfortable with. You’re right that the more powerful the setting, the greater the impact

So looking at the Philips website they say based on average usage for one user, the device should last 'years'. But they ask customers to contact them if there is a problem. After the initial more intensive period of treatment you're only really using it monthly - and less than that longer term, so you should get years of use out of it.

@@thehonestchannel Thank you 👍

@@iFlowWithTheGo it has 250000 pulses from what I know

Thank you. It also looks like an effective device, but I paid £200 for the Philips model and the Braun pro 5 is currently double that price.

Hi. It’s a painless, easy to use device so there’s nothing to fear. I recorded a how-to-use video that will tell you all you need to know : ) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bJyFZaeErt21ZZs.html

Definitely. I find it works best on darker thicker hair so I think you could get a good result with this. It’s worked brilliantly on my under arms and bikini line

Sex really doesn't matter with this kind of physics

I think this model is a good option for those with darker hair and lighter skin - it's effective, yet it's one of the lower priced Philips IPL devices. If you do decide to buy it, let me know if it worked for you!

@@thehonestchannel thanks for you input. I’m light skinned and dark haired so I think I’m going to go for it. Just praying it helps me. I’ll keep you posted x

@@laurenwhitham88 I’m really happy with my results. Hope you will be too. I look forward to hearing your update 🤞

I had dark, heavy hair in my legs, had to shave every other day, felt like a man's beard. Bought this device, following the App's schedule and almost all the hair is gone (now for 2 years). Two heavy hairs grew under my chin, and they're gone. If the hair is white or very light (peach fuzz) it doesn't work. Best buy I've ever made.

@@elizbeer That’s so good to hear. Do you still do a top-up treatment every month or did you just eventually stop using it?

Hi. It's effective on darker hair on any part of the body.

Hi. That is a handy function but it is not included on the model I’ve featured unfortunately: (

Thank you Narina 🙏

You’re welcome!

Hi. Here’s my six month follow-up video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mbdgdLeAscCaZ3U.html I then moved on to try laser hair removal with the Tria. There’s a comparison video on the channel. It’s also very effective and longer lasting

I believe it is so the device rests as close to the hair follicle as possible to allow for better efficiency

Yes, you shave just before using the device. There’s a full explanation of why here www.philips.co.uk/c-f/XC000003463/why-do-i-need-to-remove-hair-before-a-lumea-treatment

This is the only version I have personally tested and i found it very effective.

They’re on Amazon for about $80

Yes, according to the manufacturer. You just need to wait 24hours after tweezing to allow a little bit of hair regrowth beneath the skin before using the device.

@@thehonestchannel thank you!

@@astrideuridice You’re welcome : )

Hi. You’re just using exactly the same routine as I used on my legs for your face - so roughly every couple of weeks to begin with to tie in with your hair growth cycle.

Hi. I haven't seen any evidence of that. I've also not had any issues with skin sensitivity having used it fortnightly for over two months now. That said, it's recommended we wear sunscreen before exposing our skin to the sun anyway so you could do that to guard against harmful effects.

It doesn’t destroy the follicle so hair growth will slow and thin but it’s not fully permanent, I have found laser works more permanently.

Hi. I think ideally you should wait a day or two after using the device before exposing treated areas to direct sunlight. I’d always recommend using a higher SPF in any case : )

Shaving is probably easiest and you can use the device straight afterwards. If you wax then you need to wait 24 hours before IPL because it requires some hair growth in the follicle in order to work.

You have to keep using it over a period of weeks to work

@@thehonestchannel ohh so i have to use it daily over a period of weeks or how ? Please help and dont tell me i spend money unnecessary 😅

I do a half leg at a time, running it in strips and working my way round. I will inevitably go over some bits twice and likely miss others but it’s not a big issue. You can get the bits you missed (and therefore has hairs growing back) next time : )

Sorry to hear that. How many times have you used it? Did you shave beforehand? It’s also worth making sure you use it on a setting of 3 or more

Hi. I don’t think a self-tan will be a problem, though I would do the treatment on clean skin (pre creams and moisturisers).

@@thehonestchannel Thankyou 🥰x

Hi. The two-week treatment recommendation is based on the hair regrowth cycle, but it's not dangerous to do a weekly session, it just may be more efficient to let remaining hair grow back in then shave and do a treatment (if that makes sense).

Hi. It doesn’t cause skin pigmentation - I’ve had no issues at all to date.

It should work well on darker hair, yes. I have virtually no underarm hair now.

It will only work on darker hair I’m afraid, not blonde.

After doing IPL I just moisturise my legs (though not a requirement) and get on with the day : )

@@thehonestchannel thank you

Hi Tamara. Yes, it's fine to use this on the bikini area (but not genitals) and you should get a similar result to the rest of the body :)

I used it in my husband’s back and he didn’t experience any ingrowns. In-clinic treatments will be more effective, but less convenient and more expensive. Choice is a great thing though : )

@@thehonestchannel well I honestly didn't pay much attention to the growing direction during shaving and stuff. The other thing is that, at a clinic it will last waaay longer, then again reshoots at the clinic can be as expensive as buying a new Lumea. The Lumea only put the hair at a resring phase as far as I know, which means you have to repeat it once in a while. Real laser treatments at the studio (non IPL) destroy the hair follicles completely, but fine hair can still grow back either new hair forms or the hair you didn't reach during it growing phase will grow again. To each there own but its definitely worth a try and you can always sell it, if it isn't for you!

Very true!

Hi Katy. I filmed this update back in May which you might find helpful. Overall I’m very happy with the device and use it once a month to maintain results kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mbdgdLeAscCaZ3U.html

@@thehonestchannel ty will definitely watch! did you notice anything with it also helping with age spots? trying to make a decision on the product as we go into fall

@@katybrooke0724 Hi.I don’t have age spots on my legs so I’ve not noticed any additional benefit like that I’m afraid.

Hi. The Lumea absolutely does work so I have no hesitation in telling you that. The big thing to check before buying though is that it will work for your skin tone. There is a chart you can look at here to keep you right www.philips.co.uk/c-f/XC000003324/is-philips-lumea-suitable-for-all-skin-and-hair-types

At home devices will be less powerful than those in clinics, but they are way less expensive and I’m pleased with the result. I have a friend who got IPL on her armpits in a clinic and has never had to shave them since. The hair has completely stopped growing. With the Lumea the hair on my arm pits has thinned hugely and grows very sparsely - but I suspect that’s the difference. There is still some hair there. I’m going to useful it for a full year though and report back on the long-term results. Long answer! Hope that helps

@@thehonestchannel yeah thank you sooo much dear

Yes, you can use it for facial hair : )

Considering the cost of this compared to a salon/clinic, I thought it represented good value for money.

I’ve only used this one and have shared my results in this review for others to judge whether it’s right for them. My experience is it works on darker hair but it’s worth checking the skin tone guide www.philips.co.uk/c-f/XC000003324/is-philips-lumea-suitable-for-all-skin-and-hair-types

Hi Gemma. It was highly effective on my under arm hair. It works very well on darker, thicker hair - it's those finer lighter ones that are tougher to get rid of.

Mine is a plug-in so if all else fails could be switched off at the plug - but if it’s the same model try holding the power button down for a few seconds to switch off.

Yes I have got the same model. X

I have another question I have dry shaved my legs which has caused rashes should I wait now to use IPL ? Many thanks for the response.

@@mylittleworld2552 Holding down the on button should work then : )

Hi. If you check the skin tone guide in the description that should help you decide whether this is right for you. It works best on darker hair and lighter skin tones.

@@thehonestchannel thanks

Funnily enough, I’ve used it twice on my husband’s back hair and it is making a difference.

Hi Mimi. Sorry to hear you’re feeling low - and that you had a bad experience with lazer hair removal. It’s very difficult for me to say if this would work for you, but what I can say is that in my experience this is effective at decreasing hair growth for those with darker hair and lighter skin. I’ve included a link to Philips’ guide to the skin tones and hair colour suitable for this device so take a look before making your decision.

The Honest Channel yes I think it will work for me because my hair becomes dark hair and very noticeable on my face and my chin and my skin tone according to Philips’ guide I’m on number 3 or 2 so I think it will work that’s why I want to stop doing lazer on my dermatologist and buy this device all I want is to be free from this hair for at least 2 weeks than I will do it again at home

@@mimizmn8080 There will be a gradual reduction in hair growth which should become much more noticeable after your third or fourth time of using the device twice monthly. Really hope it works out for you.

The Honest Channel I really hope so thank you very much and sorry for the mistakes because English is not my first language I’m doing my best

@@mimizmn8080 Your English is great 😊

Yes, in the early stages review I talk about testing the device on a small area of skin to check for sensitivity. I had no problems and no ingrowns : )

Just your usual moisturiser is fine. Unless you have very sensitive skin there shouldn’t be any irritation at all after use.

@@thehonestchannel thank you so much for quick answer. Today I used 1st time as a patch test after watching your video. It's results looks better. Your videos are very informative. Thank you once again and God bless you 💕🌹😘

@@ne6438 You’re most welcome - and thank you for your kind words 🙏

Hi. IPL uses light (intense pulsed light) rather than laser. It works by heating up the pigment in your hair and the root, sending the follicle into a resting phase.

I don’t think hair will ever grow back as thick again after using it frequently, but it’s semi-permanent as you need to keep using the device around once a month longer term. Some people feel they don’t have to do that. It varies. I use it once a month on my legs to maintain results

@@thehonestchannel Thank you

That would depend on the sensitivity of your skin but I have used mine regularly on setting 3 and gone over areas at least twice in the same sessions with no problems.

@@thehonestchannel thank you❤️

Keep us posted!

Update please

Yes you can. The device stops working when it overheats and you need to switch it off for a few mins, but you can keep going after it has cooled.

At start i should be taking sessions after every 2 weeks right?

@@summanimtiaz900 That’s right.

Hi. I’m afraid it doesn’t work on darker skin tones. To check, I’ve included a link to Philips’ skin tone guide in the video description. Hope that helps.

It works well on any area of the body for darker hair. It shouldn’t make any difference whether you have had previous hair removal treatments: )

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mbdgdLeAscCaZ3U.htmlsi=CPkUlJgBQzmprTES

Sorry to hear that.

@@thehonestchannel I wanted the Phillips but it’s too expensive. I don’t want to spend 500 for something that doesn’t work. I already did that with the Tria. The silkinsensepil worked only for some of my thighs and underarms. I wanted something to reduce my arm hair like 50% at least ,

@@maybay8248 If a product doesn’t work as advertised you are within your rights to request a refund. If you bought it on a credit card you could also talk to your card provider about that.

@@thehonestchannel Yes, but it takes time for the machine to work and they only gave me 60 days. They should have given me a year to try it. Because of that I only buy used ones on ebay in case they don’t work. I’d rather lose 50-70 dollars then lose 500. The Phillips is expensive even used on EBay that’s why I didn’t purchase it.

I recently published a comparison between this IPL device and a laser one. I found the laser - which has a small head - better for treating smaller areas but you can use either very close to but not directly on genitals and nipples.

@@thehonestchannel thanks for the speedy and helpful response :)

Hi. I discuss how often I used it in the video if you want more info, but I used it 5 times, every two weeks and will now move on to monthly. The recommendation is to use it three to four times every two weeks to begin with and then go monthly.

Yes, you should shave before each session

Yes, it’s fine for facial hair, under arms, bikini, legs - anywhere apart from genitals.

@@thehonestchannel Thank you

Yes, it's most effective on dark hair, including the bikini line.

Near but not on it 😂😂

@@thehonestchannel okay but you know like really near so i can get rid of all it ?

@@shaysbookshelfBasically it’s not recommended for genitals but fine to use very close.

No, it runs from the mains/plug rather than a battery.

No, not at all. If you have it on the highest setting it can feel like a little ping on sensitive skin but you can turn it down.

The instructions recommend you shave before you use every time.

@@thehonestchannel thank you for you kind answer 🤗

@@thehonestchannel I forgot to ask... also the mustache from the face I must to shave or I can’t do it with the trimmer?

@@elenacacicovschii7587 You’re welcome!

@@elenacacicovschii7587 Basically you don’t want to have any hair showing on the surface of the skin for IPL to work best.

Yes it is : )

My vision is absolutely fine. These IPL devices have been used safely for years with no evidence of eye damage. Have you seen a study to the contrary?

@@thehonestchannel I have now, and thank you for replying….I wasn’t trying to be rude, I was genuinely concerned because I’ve mentioned permanent hair removal for my family to save on shaving cream and razors (I’m the dad and have 2 girls and a wife) so they sent me a link to one of those ipl things. Being the laser nut that I am, I seen the flash from it on your video and on camera it looks exactly like an ir laser flash which can burn your retinas off without you even knowing it. But thanks to your reply and further research I see that it’s safe so thank you again, and I’m sorry if it seemed like I was trying to be rude, that was never the intention

@@jeffnixon4534 No problem at all Jeff.