Braun IPL Hair Removal Silk·expert Pro

IPL, (Intense Pulsed Light) is a broadband pulsed light source that emits a beam of light that heats up the melanin in your hair follicles causing the root to be damaged. With repeated use, IPL delays the production of new hair preventing regrowth over time with visible results on the first use, based on app data from our top-of-the-range Skin i-Expert Pro 7 devices. The energy of the light, frequency of usage and colour of your hairs are all determining factors in defining how effective the IPL treatment will be. The best results are achieved on people with dark hair and fair skin, but if you have sensitive or slightly darker skin then you may have to repeat the IPL process more times to achieve the desired result as it must be treated with lower energy to avoid discomfort.

When done correctly, IPL Pro 1 and Pro 3 devices achieve one year of smooth skin while Pro 5 and Pro 7 IPL treatments can yield two years of smooth skin. However, Pro 7 devices offer our fastest way to two years of smooth skin, not least because this collection constitutes the world's first smart IPL system that learns and adapts to you. Across the range, persistence with IPL treatment is key though – since hairs grow within a hair growth cycle, repeating IPL treatments will ensure the hair root is targeted at the right growing phase resulting in a consistent reduction in hair growth over time. This will eventually give you long-lasting hair growth reduction.

Yes, our Braun IPL devices have been built with your safety in mind thanks to their integrated UV filters. The light beam from your IPL device will only be triggered once contact with the skin is made and the light visible during the treatment is perfectly safe. This means you don’t need to wear safety glasses or protective eyewear.

IPL only works on hair in its growing phase. For this reason, we recommend a start-up phase of 4-12 weekly treatments to achieve the best results. You should proceed with the treatment after the 4 first weekly treatment if you see that the hair growth persists until you see no hair regrowth. Then, you can continue treating with a touch-up session every 1-2 months depending on your needs. A full-body session with a Pro 5 or Pro 7 IPL device can be completed in ten minutes a week while a similar session with a Pro 1 or Pro 3 model would take about 13 minutes.

It is possible to use IPL on pubic hair, since our dermatologist tested IPL devices can safely treat your full body, including intimate areas. However, they aren't suitable for the genital area where skin may be darker or with a higher hair density. These areas might absorb more light energy resulting in increased discomfort.

Yes, shaving before an IPL treatment is recommended as it makes sure you avoid any discomfort during the IPL treatment.

If you have dark or dark brown skin, your skin contains more melanin. Since darker skins contain more melanin which absorbs higher amounts of light energy, using IPL is not safe and may cause discomfort. Always consult the colour and hair skin chart (can be found on packaging and user instruction) to see if it’s safe and effective for you to use IPL hair removal treatments. Braun IPL uses a SensoAdapt™ system which continuously and automatically ensures that only eligible skin tone gets treated. Depending on the model, our IPL devices benefit from either a SkinProtect sensor or a Smart SkinProtect sensor, our best skin sensor for maximum protection. Usually, IPL works best on people with dark hairs and fair skin.

Product	Braun Skin i·expert Pro 7	Braun Silk-expert Pro 5	Braun Silk·expert Mini
What You're Looking For	I want a gentle, guided routine that takes the guesswork out of treating both face and body.	I want powerful hair reduction on stubborn hair, fast enough for full legs and precise enough for the bikini line.	I want a compact, no-fuss IPL that is simple to use and easy to store or travel with.
Why You'll Love It	Automatic energy adaptation and a gentle mode for a less harsh-feeling treatment, with app guidance to keep your routine consistent. Face-compatible guidance and a smaller head give confidence on chin, and cheeks, and swappable heads cover legs, underarms, bikini and face from one system.	High energy output with fast flashes for thicker regrowth, and full-leg speed for quick full-body sessions. Automatic skin-tone adaptation adjusts intensity as you move between zones, while the precision head and lower-intensity options handle the bikini line. Long lamp life for premium performance without salon cost.	A compact at-home alternative to laser with no app or settings to learn: shave, turn on, flash. The SkinProtect sensor reads your skin tone and adjusts each flash automatically. 300,000 flashes, worth 18 years of full-body treatments*****, with a full-body session in 13 minutes***, once a week for 12 weeks***. Weighs just 192g.
Best For You If...	Ideal for sensitive skin, facial hair, or anyone wanting one guided device for every area. Providing up to 6 years of smooth skin*	Best for stubborn hair on legs, arms, stomach and bikini, with strong long-term value versus waxing or clinic visits, offering up to 6 years of smooth skin*.	Perfect if you want a simple, space-saving first IPL that fits easily into your routine and delivers up to 5 years of smooth skin******.

*Following the recommended treatment plan. Repeat the treatment plan after 3 years. Individual results may vary.

**Approximately 13 minutes per week based on typical usage (Silk·expert Pro 3).

***Legs (upper & lower), underarm, bikini, upper lip (Silk·expert Mini).

****If additional touch-ups are needed, please refer to user manual for treatment regimen.

*****300,000 flashes. When following recommended regimen.

******Following the recommended treatment plan. Repeat the treatment plan every 21 months. Individual results may vary.