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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Lise Smith

The best epilators in the UK for fuss-free hair removal at home, tested

Four epilators arranged on a yellow grid surface.
Smooth operator … our expert tested a range of epilators for speed, comfort and effectiveness Composite: PR Image

With summer in full swing and mini dresses back in style, if you want smooth legs and underarms without the mess of waxing – or the scrapes and nicks of shaving – an epilator may be a smart investment.

In simplest terms, an epilator is an electronic device that uses rotating discs to grip and pull out hairs from the root. This gives longer-lasting results than shaving or depilatory creams – up to four weeks, depending on how fast your body hair grows. Epilators are also better at catching shorter hairs than waxing. Best of all, once you’ve bought your epilator, you’re all set – there’s no need to stock up on razor blades or wax strips, and no last-minute emergency salon appointments.

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