The Silk-expert was really easy to use. I read the instruction manual, plugged it in, and did a test patch on my leg. On my first try, I guess I left it in place a little long (2 pulses) and it was REALLY hot. I turned it down to the lowest setting, and continued without burning myself. Immediately after, I had no side effects. 24 hours later, there are no red marks, and it doesn't itch. Still no side effects. I had a little trouble getting the skin tone sensors to read my skin tone at the shin, and I had to turn it sideways on that area, so it was a little different from shaving my legs. I plan to use the device on my legs and underarms, if I can get the skin tone sensors to work in my pits. I guess I'll see how it's all going in several weeks. I like that it came with a razor, as my current razor is about ready to be replaced.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am so happy to be able to use the braun laser hair removal. I have used it 4 times now and my hair is already drastically less. I was very hesitant to try it since I had read reviews that it does not work on South Asians. We do have thick hair and lots of it but so far I am noticing a change and from the way it's going, I'm excited to see the final result in 12 weeks. I would of never invested in it just from the reviews but thank you Bzzagent for giving me the opportunity to overcome misconceptions. So easy to use as well. It was so quick and I was done using it on my entire body in 12 min.

I have been using the Gillette Venus Silk-expert for two weeks only on my facial hair because that is much more of a concern for me (and many other women) than leg hair. However, if the device does a decent job on my facial hair, then I will definitely start using it on my legs and other areas. The device is substantial but extremely easy to handle and use, given that it is discharging a high amount of intense pulsed light (IPL) every two seconds. It's actually quite remarkable considering what it does. By the way, IPL is when energy from light or electric currents heats up the hair follicle to prevent hair regrowth. It breaks the hair regrowth cycle and essentially fast-forwards hairs into the resting or telogen phase, keeping it in this phase with continued treatments to ensure no new hair can reach the skin surface. Before I use it, the areas I am using it on need to be clean and free from hairs; so I need to either pluck or shave the areas. I begin by placing the device on a one half of area of my face between the lip and nose and pulse once. Then I move it to the other half and pulse it once. Next is the chin area where I pulse once for the right and once for the left side. The red light it emits is very bright and it pulses out a nanosecond of heat. So it is not necessarily uncomfortable, but you definitely notice that energy is being produced. There is a gentle mode for first-time users, but I am taking it to level 11 (not literally) because I am ready to get rid of unnecessary hairs! Since it has only been 2 weeks and this can take up to 12 weeks to notice a stop in hair growth, I have no opinion on if it truly works as advertised. But I am so looking forward to finding out the answer! Stay tuned! FYI, in the picture I submitted, the large oval button is the button you push to either emit one pulse or if you hold it down, it pulses continuously every 2 seconds. The next circular button with the light icon is how you change intensity.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this product for free from Braun in exchange for my honest, fair review- so here it is! I have waited the full 8 weeks to give my verdict and I have to admit- despite my doubts, it really does work! The first 3 times I tried the Venus Silk Expert I felt that it was a waste of my time. First of all, the pulsing light was really bright! I mean shockingly bright. I was worried that the light would hurt my eyes so I started using sunglasses with it. The light didn't hurt or burn, but it did leave my skin a little red. I used the Venus Silk Expert on my left arm pit and I didn't use it on my right arm pit for comparison. I noticed no difference in the hair growing back at first. After about 4 treatments (4 weeks) I did notice that the hair in my left armpit was growing back more slowly than the hair in my right armpit. I also felt that the sunglasses made using this product much easier- especially if you are using it close to your face. Now- after the full 8 weeks of treatment, my skin is used to the pulse-light and it no longer gets red after treatments and no hair is growing in that armpit. Now that the trial is over, I am going to start using it on both armpits so that I never have to shave there again. Thanks Venus Silk Expert!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The product itself is very appealing very feminine looking. It is also easy for traveling. I started reading the directions and was scared as to the pain I was going to endure. The process itself for the very first time was scary just anticipating the shock! But it was harmless. I've used the product for about three weeks and have not seen a change..however I have very dark thick hair and my skin is very white.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It took some time getting use to the feeling of using the product, but it is not bad and I feel the results are great. Don't be nervous about this product, I have heard people say they are worried it is going to hurt, it's not that bad and the results are worth it.

So far I have only done one area to start trying out Venus silk-expert. I chose to do a small area under my arms for my first try. It's very easy to set up just plug it in and you are all set to go. You do have to shave first before using and make sure the area is clean I got a shower shaved then treated. For smal areas you just place on area and push a button. It does warn you to close your eyes and look away because the light is very bright. It did hurt a little bit just a small little zap nothing major which it may not bother my legs but I did my under arms which is a more sensitive area. Took about 3 spots to do the area cause you don't want to overlap areas. That was it and you just repeat once a week. It was very easy to use just basically point and click. Can't wait to see the results after using for a while. I haven't tried the large area mode yet but I am looking forward to it and seeing the results.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out of the box, the Gillette® Venus® Silk-expert Powered by Braun had a great feel. It is solid and packaged nicely. I was wanting instructions that were a little more clear (or easy to find in the box). But once I got the hang of it - it made sense. I worry a little about the brightness of the flashes of light -- should I be wearing sunglasses? Yikes! Even if you aren't looking straight at it, it's very bright. The little "zaps" from the Gillette® Venus® Silk-expert Powered by Braun aren't too uncomfortable. But it is noticeable in the more sensitive areas (bikini line and underarms). It's easy to reach any areas that you're trying to "treat." I received this product for free from Braun.

To start off I'll be completely honest, I have made several attempts at hair removal systems. I have tried hair removal lotions, creams, buffers and even waxing. Nothing has worked for me. I decided to use the new Gillette Venus Silk-expert on my underarms. After shaving and drying completely as instructed, I did a small sample test spot. It has been 24 hours and I have no reaction, redness or soreness. So today I did the entire under arm area. Feeling optimistic about the results. It is easy to use and small enough to handle without being bulky. I had not problem using it on my underarm in the mirror.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just received the Gillette Venus Silk-expert powered by Braun which is free from Braun. So excited to start with...It come with really nice package. I open the box. The machines is on the top and the charger with manual is on below layer. It is much easier if you saw the video before use. On the manual that said need to test in small area on first use and after 24 hours if nothing happen which means your skin is ok no hurt no allergy than you can keep using in entire area one a week and keep routine in 3-12 weeks cyclic. I just do the test today since I just received it. I have a really sensitive skin hope I can continue to try the entire process.