Question 1

Has anyone used this for bikini area?

Accepted Answer

Yep. I'm a swimmer, so bikini was my primary interest when I got it, but I use it from lip to toe with just the basic white adapter now. Start with your legs so you can learn the mechanics before you get to the bikini area. For bikini, the most important thing is to stretch out comfortably (I lay on my bed in frog pose) and pull the skin taught so there are no pinches. This also lessens the epilation pain dramatically. Bikini is more sensitive than the rest, so maintenance is key. It gets easier and less painful super fast. I did it in stages the first time, bringing the bikini line narrower by maybe 1/4 inch at a time, spaced out over two weeks. For me it helped to roll from the thigh inward just until I barely reached a new area (YOU'LL KNOW), and then roll back in the opposite direction of the growth for greater removal -- I think it helped diminish the sensation from pain to minor discomfort. I love this thing. You get used to it very quickly. I'll never go back to a razor or removal cream.

Question 2

can this be used for armpits?

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I use it from lip to toe with just the basic white adapter. The most important thing is to be able to stretch out and pull the skin taught so there are no pinches. I brace a hand up high on the wall next to my bathroom mirror to stretch the skin, then epilate with the other hand. This way, I am leaned close to the wall mirror and can use it as a basic guide. The built-in light is SUPER useful for underarms. I love this thing. I'll never go back to a razor.

Question 3

Doesn't last long? I've had mine a year and it just isn't very effective anymore, (doesn't get as much hair.) Any advice?

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I have had Braun epilators for over 5 years now and it gets used almost daily.  I have found that I need to replace it every 1-2 years but I find that to be still much more cost effective and less messy than waxing and much more efficient than shaving.

Question 4

does it work on back hair?

Accepted Answer

It works best on hair that is 1/4 inch or smaller. So if you have hair longer than that, you may find it extremely painful, as what this machine does is pluck the hairs out at a really fast speed. I don't recommend it.

ASIN	B00TI5ZN14
Best Sellers Rank	#1,909,014 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #2,349 in Hair Removal Epilators
Brand	Braun
Brand Name	Braun
Charging Time	1 hours
Color	Braun Silk-épil 9 9-521
Customer Reviews	4.3 out of 5 stars 2,023 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00069055870921, 10069055870928
Included Components	2 Extras
Item Dimensions L x W	7.76"L x 7.09"W
Item Weight	454 g
Manufacturer	Procter & Gamble - Pampers
Manufacturer Part Number	69055870921
Model Name	Braun Epilator Silk-epil 9
Model Number	SE9 521
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Power Source	Battery Powered
Recommended Uses For Product	Hair Removal
UPC	069055870921
Unit Count	1 Count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

Braun Epilator Silk-epil 9 9-521, Hair Removal for Women, Wet & Dry, Cordless, and 2 Extras

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