Customer Ratings & Reviews

Build/Make : The product is pretty lightweight and easy to use. There are 2 levels of setting for the speed of the hair remover which can be changed using the On/Off buttong. The handle has a good grip and the buttons are easy to handle. The torch provided is not of much use. The device is very noisy and the blades do not move very smoothly over your skin. It charges pretty quickly and the attachments can be fixed / removed easily. However a couple of parts mentioned in the manual were not found in the package (Callus remover, Trimmer). Efficiency : You need to use it continuously 2-3 times over a portion of your skin (even if you are covering a small area) for the hair to come out completely. And this is not a smooth and pain free process as you can feel the sharp pinch of every hair being pulled out of your skin. Even if you do it right after a bath or a shower with no cream or gel on your body, you will feel the pain of the hair coming out. And you cannot use it on a fully grown patch of hair (which can probably be more painful). This product can be used over 1/3rd or 1/2 grown hair, which still does not come out in one go. Looking at how much it hurt while shaving my legs and arms, I decided to not try it on my underarms. Cleaning : The cleaning process is not very easy as the thin fine hair gets stuck to the remover and the tiny cleaning brush provided can be used to brush off the hair sticking to the outside of the remover. Running the blades through hot water cleans some of the stuck hair but not all of it comes off easily.

I've never used an Epilator before but now I wished I've known about these sooner. It is better than shaving like almost every other day and it's easy to do at home and in my opinion less painful than waxing. When I first used it did hurt slightly but that's because I didn't know what to expect. Inside the box: You get the device Charger Two things where one is for sensitive areas like armpits or your area of sensitive skin You can use this device wet or dry and I prefer to use it right after a shower. It feels less painful in my opinion doing it that way. To use it you want to make sure you're going with the grain of how your hairs are growing so it pulls it out of the root instead of just leaving it in otherwise you might was well shave. This lasts a bit longer than shaving. I use it mostly on my legs and takes a bit of time but it's well worth it. You just can't use it while charging so make sure you charge it fully before each use it you don't want to stop mid way while using it.

Got this at the wife’s request. She said it works well and she found it comfortable to hold. It has a bright light so you can see what you’re doing. She said it is easy to take apart and easy to clean after using it. She experienced no skin irritation after using it. It can be used either dry or wet, she used it after a shower on dry skin. It has two speeds, the slower speed is recommended for sensitive areas. My wife has very fine hair on her legs, she said either speed worked fine for her. I can confirm that her legs are quite smooth. ;-) She said she tried it with and without the efficiency cap attachment and didn’t really notice a difference. She thought somebody with coarser hair might prefer using the cap. It comes with a narrow guard for more sensitive areas also, she tried it with and without the guard on her face to remove some little “peach fuzz” type hair and said either way worked fine. She said she preferred using it without the guard to get done quicker. Came with a storage bag also.

I am always on the lookout for an epilator that does not break or lose charge quickly after a handful of uses, and was pleasantly surprised with this product. It only takes about two hours to fully charge and lasts over a few uses for me. It is fairly easy to disconnect and change the heads/accessories, so no worries about snapping or breaking delicate clips. This epilator also works on wet or dry skin - I prefer my skin to be wet, which makes some traditional epilators pretty useless, but this product still gets nice and close to the skin. It gets even the shortest hairs (as short as 0.5mm!!) and gets the job done quicker than any other epilator I have ever used, which makes much more sense when you read that it has 32 tweezers. It even has a small built-in LED light so you know you are not missing any hairs. The value for this product is unmatched too! As long as it is kept gently clean with the cleaning brush, this product should hopefully stand up over time better than other models I have used in the past.

Used to have an epilator for like 10 years but a few years ago it had broke. I finally bought this one and it works great! Love the design of it and the guides it comes with. Kinda I had bought it sooner. If you don’t or haven’t used one before, it can be uncomfortable or painful at first. The more you do it, the more you get used to it! I honestly prefer it over shaving or waxing my armpits/legs. You’re able to use these on all ares underneath your neck according to the manual.

Philips epilator hair remover series 8000, I had been wanting to get one for a while, it comes with a pouch, two covers delicate area cap and optimal contact cap I honestly did not try either one I just used it straight on, I'm not a a hair person my hair on legs and armpits are fine, when I used it one my legs I tried it with shorter hair it says it can do it with hair as short as 0.5mm I felt it was better with hair that was longer maybe cause my hair is finer it griped better longer, it's a been at least 3 weeks and I'm barely able to feel the hair growth still really smooth, my armpits I did after a hot shower it is wet/dry use I figured armpits are more sensitive it's also been about 3 weeks and now starting to feel the growth a bit more then my legs but I do feel like my pit hair does grow fast, you can feel it plucking your hair I didn't find it painful I felt like it was like a light electric feeling I have had any issues with ingrown hairs. I used on my boyfriends upper back neck area he has a small patch of hair he would normally shave he loved it left the area smoother for longer it's his new favorite machine. I use a little vitamin E oil after using it although there was no irritation on either one of us.

This is my first epilator experience and I was excited to try it out and hopefully extend time between hair removal. The unit itself is well made and comes with two accessory heads depending on the area you are using it on. It comes with a charger as well. They provide thorough instructions on proper use of the unit and what you should avoid doing. Since this was my first time using an epilator, I was sure to read through their instructions and follow their recommendations on best hair length for use. They also have helpful videos on their YouTube on proper use. The epilator can be used on wet or dry skin. I decided to try this out in the shower since it recommends wet skin for less pain/irritation. The epilator also has two speeds - when you initially turn it on its high speed and another button click is slow speed. I decided to start on the slow speed at first. I started to make passes along my leg and wow was this painful! My leg hair is on the thinner side, so it was taking me multiple passes in some areas to get the hair removed. Once I finished, I noticed my legs were covered in small red bumps which went away by the next day. I only used it once and don’t think I’ll be using it again. I didn’t notice a difference in how quickly my hair grew back, but I didn’t expect much change since I only used it once. If you are used to epilators, I think this unit is worth a try. It’s well-made and at the end of the day did remove my hair. But this style of hair removal is not for me!

I got this for my wife, so this review will be from that perspective. While it was her first experience with an epilator, we looked through the the instructions and watched the videos and it just didn't work well for her. Her skin is stretchier than most due to a medical condition she has, so that may be related, but it seems like in order to get the full experience of properly using this product you need some additional accessories that are not included in this version. In the box is the epilator and 3 accessories, though Philips counts the cleaning brush as one of those accessories. The delicate area cap is for facial hair, underarms, and the bikini area. The 'efficiency' cap is to help keep the epilator tight on the skin and reduce pain. There are about 6 or 7 additional accessories available to help with prepping the areas before and after epilating. She tried the epilator on both wet and dry on her legs and the experience was mostly just painful and not that effective. For her, at least compared to her normal shaving routine. I know that epilators are meant to cut down on the amount of time in between shaving, but this experience just wasn't it for her. I truly think this is a 'your mileage may vary' situation though as it seems like a well-made product and it's easy to clean and swap between accessories. It just didn't work out for us.

If you're in the market for an epilator that doubles as a medieval torture device, the Philips Epilator Series 8000 might be the perfect choice. But if you prefer a painless and smooth hair removal experience, you're in for a world of hurt – both literally and metaphorically. The Agony Begins - Pain Beyond Imagination Have you ever wondered what it feels like to have someone simultaneously yank all your hairs out at once while shocking you with a misaligned tens machine? No? Well, neither did I until I tried the Philips Epilator 8000. This sadistic contraption redefines the term "painful." It's as if the creators thought, "How can we make hair removal an unforgettable experience? Oh, I know, let's make it feel like a hundred tiny demons are having a tug of war with your hair follicles!" Bravo, Philips, you've succeeded. The Rash of Doom - Not for Sensitive Souls Now, let's talk about sensitive skin. I have skin so sensitive that it gets offended by a gentle breeze, so I was excited to try this "wet & dry" epilator that promised a painless experience. Alas, my skin was not amused. After a rendezvous with this epilator, my legs resembled a sandpaper texture, and I was graced with tiny red bumps that clung to me like an annoying ex. If you have skin as sensitive as mine, steer clear of this device – it's not your ally. Confusing Instructions - A Maze of Misery One would think that if a product causes such excruciating pain, the least it could do is provide clear, comprehensible instructions. Well, think again. The Philips Epilator Series 8000 comes with instructions so convoluted and confusing that even Sherlock Holmes would throw in the towel. I found myself trying to decipher a puzzle that featured missing pieces and accessories that apparently didn't come with this model. I was left squinting at tiny, indecipherable images, desperately attempting to figure out what I was supposed to do. The confusion was so intense that I considered using the epilator to free myself from this maze of misery. Those were my biggest struggles with this device but not the only issues. Let's breakdown all the disappointment I experienced when reality crashed into expectations. Product Basics - A Closer Look Before we delve deeper into the agony, rash, and confusion this epilator brings, let's examine some of its basic specifications: Accessories: This epilator comes with a pouch, a basic cleaning brush, a delicate area cap, and an optimal contact cap. Sounds promising, but don't let that deceive you. Power: It boasts a quick charge feature with a 2-hour charging time (the irony of calling it "quick" isn't lost on us). The battery type is Li-ion, and it offers up to 40 minutes of usage time. Keep that in mind as you brace for the pain. Philips Claims vs. Painful Reality Now, let's address Philips' claims about the Epilator Series 8000: Smooth skin for weeks with Double Action Technology: Philips proudly presents the Double Action Technology, promising to remove hair as short as 0.5mm. They claim that the wide epilator head with 50% longer tweezers can remove more hair in one go. However, the painful reality is that you might find yourself making multiple passes to achieve anything close to smooth skin. Double the action, double the pain. And double the time. Remember you have limited time before your battery runs out! 32 ceramic hypoallergenic tweezers for a gentle treatment: Philips speaks of 32 ceramic tweezers made of hypoallergenic material for a comfortable treatment. They claim that these tweezers glide easily over your skin with less friction and more skin contact. While there may be women out there who love it, my body's response was anything but gentle. Hypoallergenic did not mean ok for sensitive skin. The pain remains, but the effectiveness diminishes. Epilate in warm water for extra comfort: The Epilator Series 8000 offers a Wet & Dry function for a gentler epilation experience. Philips suggests that warm water can relax your skin and make the treatment more comfortable. Unfortunately, the warm water does little to ease the pain. It's like trying to put out a forest fire with a garden hose – ineffective and still scorching. I tried it wet, dry, in the shower, and out. It all hurt! Spot even the finest hairs with Opti-light: Philips claims that the embedded Opti-light can spot even the finest hairs, close enough to your skin to catch the remaining ones. However, the Opti-light is so unimpressive that you might not even notice it until you've already missed those fine hairs. In other words, it's not very bright or effective. In Conclusion - A Painful Misadventure In summary, if you enjoy pain that rivals the Spanish Inquisition, the Philips Epilator Series 8000 might be your new best friend. For the rest of us who prefer a more pleasant hair removal experience, there are far better options out there. This epilator seems to cater exclusively to individuals with an unnaturally high pain threshold or those who enjoy making confessions under duress. So, if you're considering this device, I strongly advise you to think again – unless you have a burning desire for a hair removal experience that feels like a medieval torture chamber.