Veet " Touchably Smooth" epilator
Veet “Touchably Smooth” main epilator: 8/10 points
Packaging: attractive pink & silver box, which makes product look very girly. When unpacked, there is a pink & white zip-bag to pack everything into for storage.
Aspect of epilator: The Veet epilator is rounded and shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand. The rubber side panels prevent any slipping, and the press-button speed control is easily accessible. The cable is long enough to reach all parts of the body without problem. However, it is a pity that the adapter is so heavy, as this makes the epilator a little less travel-friendly. When will we see a battery-operated epilator along the lines of an electric toothbrush?
Usage: The Veet is slightly less noisy than other epilators I have used, and the vibrations are much lower. There are 2 speeds: fast for those used to epilation, medium for more sensitive people or first-timers. The incurved head means that it adapts well to body curves, including difficult areas like the shinbone. 90% of hair is removed in first passage, including very short and fine hairs.
The epilator comes with 2 zone caps for the head – wide for legs and arms, narrow for underarms and bikini line, and these are easily interchanged by pressing buttons on each side of the head. The head itself can be detached from the body and washed (the body itself is not waterproof and must never be immersed in water). It also comes with a brush to remove hairs from the head, which should be cleaned after each use.
The pack also contains a bottle of “Pre-Epilation Comfort Spray” to numb skin before epilation.
Results: I found the Veet epilator quick and effective at removing hair, better than my usual epilator.
As I have been removing hair this way for over 15 years, I am not aware of any pain, and indeed use my epilator for all areas of the body, including for Brazilian bikini lines. Therefore, I did not use the Comfort Spray on my legs. However, I felt that I should test the product, to see if people that are more sensitive would benefit from it, and applied spray to one underarm and to the bikini area (this last by spraying onto cotton wool first).
The spray smells very strongly of camphor and menthol, and must be left on the skin to dry for a couple of minutes before using the epilator. On the armpit, I did not really notice any difference in pain sensation, but then I am used to removing hair there. However, on the bikini area, the skin was definitely less sensitive and the spray made epilation much less painful. On the down side, I found that the effect of the spray remained for quite a while ( there is a cold sensation on the skin ), even after washing the area ( which you are advised to do, to remove residue) and I am not sure how suitable this spray would be for someone with sensitive skin – I found that my deodorant ( which is specific for post- epilation/shaving) actually stung a bit, which it normally never does. So a patch test is clearly necessary before using the spray.
The Veet epilator is a good product, and I would certainly recommend it. Will it convert epilator-novices? Well, you are stilling ripping the hairs out by the roots, and this will always be too painful for some people, but the spray does make a difference, and I have found over the years that hair grows back less when removed with an epilator.
I have always wanted to try this, however some people say it can hurt a little which to me is a lot! I cant wax as that hurts too much and at 24 i should be able to shave without cutting myself (damn them boney knees!) it also only lasts a couple of days.
Wow the spray sounds great and interchangeable heads too, they have come a long way since they first come out. I would love to have the opportunity to try this out. Shaving always produces a stubble which is uncomfortable and itchy, creams always seem so messy. I believe the hair grows back finer which sounds great to me.
I would love to try this product. I have never used an epilator before but I am not happy with the results of any of the other hair removal tecniques that I've used before (shaving, creams, waxing or pads) they either don't remove all the hair or I end up with ingrowing hairs, dry skin and rashes. So I would love to give this product a go. Please consider me to try one out and report back to all our members xx
Would be great if I could try this product, i normally do cold waxing and have wanted to try using an epilator before but was nervous of the pain but this review has put me at ease somewhat
I would LOVE to try this and the comfort spray sounds fantastic and I would love to know if this works as well as it's purported to.
I would love to try this please as i haven't yet tried an epilator.
thanks
I would love to try this I use a pad which rubs it off takes time but does last longer than shaving but the pads go smooth too quick have to replace them takes 3 pads for 2 legs tried an epliator years ago and it hurt too much would like to see how they have evolved
i would really love to try this product, i have never used an epilator and this looks like a good place to start, i have trouble shaving my legs as i get a small amount of eczema on my knees which i always end up catching when shaving, so i am not always willing to shave my legs and dread it each time i need to, i also tried waxing as an alternative but this did not work, too fiddly and i did not get my legs hair free, so please please could i try this product, thank you.
I would love to try this product.I have tryed waxing and razor shave normally but not happy with them at all.
i would love to try this
I would love to try this, please consider me. Thanks
I would love to try I usually have to shave every day and then get rash etc etc
i would love to try this as i hate shaving and always get razor rash.thank you
i would love to try this as find it hard to find comfortable shavers that get ingrown hair
Would love to try this, i have used an epliator before 12 years but it was too painful to continue, would be great to see if I have changed or or the technology has chnaged to make it less painfull
i would like to try this product I have previously been shaving my legs but if i do them often then i start to get ingrown hair,hair removal cream dont work for me its too messy and time consuming and my skin is sensitive, I would love to try this product .
it could be something that actually works for me. after normal razor I develop rash which last for few days. hair removals creams dont really work on me (?) dont know why. my skin is quite sensitive especially on my legs. would give it a try :)
I would love to try this. I have to shave almost every day and end up with a really bad rash, am also allergic to something in hair removal creams, so epilating is really my last option!!! other than waxing, which is much too scary!
I would really like to try this product.. please do send me one
Aww this is something that I would really like to try and get used to because Ive had enough of shaving it takes loads of time I cut my self 8/10 times and the shaving gel plus razors are just too expensive and If I use the cheeper once then I look like a plucked chicken lol my skin is left with a dotty red shaving rash so its either look like a chicken or listen to the other half moaning about the price of our toiletries haha I did get a cheap epilator from argos but when ran It up my leg and got used to the pain I didnt even feel a difference my leg was still really prickly and I knew that it was the fact it was a cheapy because my step mum uses a good branded one and her legs are lovely and smooth. So PLEASE let me try one of these I would really appreciate it. Sorry for the eesay :) <3 x
please let me test this product,i am fed up with shaving,i have great difficulty shaving my left leg as i have athritis in my hip and it is awkward to lift my leg,this epilator would be great for me.
i would love to try this product something else instead ov shaveing
i have often wondered about epilation and what it would feel like i have tryed waxing and razor shave nornally but would love to trial this for u please
I wld love 2 try this product as i'm up 4 anything snds lke a fab product and 1 that wld lst a while nt lke sme of the others that i've tried. nd that wld b gr8t jst what i'm lookin 4 lng turm
I would love to try this as i have very fine hair and find it so hard trying to shave it all without missing part's.
I am a shaver of the legs and arms. Sometimes I have been known to pluck bikini line strands out with tweesers but have yet to wax or use an elilator. I would like to try this to see just how painful it is and if they really work. The idea of a numbing cream sounds great.
Please think of me to join the trial
Thanks
It sounds great, I would love to give it a try
Wow! would love to try!
hi i love the idea of this and would love to try it out thanks
Sounds ideal would love to try one out
I have never been brave enough to try an epilator, but recently I have been reading that using one of these is actually good for your skin, unlike shaving there is less of a chance of getting those uncomfortable little ingrown hairs that can be so painful.I would really like to try one, if I am not picked for the test I will keep my eyes peeled for the reviews and then make my decision.
hi ive never tried this way of used this way of hair removal would be interesting to try the way i do it the dread things are back the next no pain no gain
Hi i used an epilator years ago when they were first on the market and i found it very painful i would love to try an up to date version and see the difference,thanks
I would be very interested in trying this product. Only every shave apart from one experience with an outdated epilator which put me off!
I would love to try this product i normally only use a razor and never epilated before and very intertsed in trying!!!!
i would love 2 try this product as only ever use the razor
i would love 2 try this product as only ever use the razor
I would love to try this. I would really like to get those unwanted hairs gone
ooo yes please would love be hair free, so sick of shaving with a blade every couple of days. No pain no gain! :o)
I'm up for this! Ripping the thick, dark, coarse, hairs out of my legs. Not a problem at all. Lol.
I would really love to try this as I haven't tried an epilator before but have been told they are painful. I would like to experience it for myself.
I would love to try this as any way to remove hair easily and comfortably would be a bonus.
i would really like to try this please thank you. x
Hi guys,
This is euterpe13's review of the Veet epilator. The giveaway is closed. Do check the forums to see the current review offers.
Good luck!
x
This sounds like an excellent idea as it seems to deal with both my types of leg hair and other areas, so I would love to try it.
OH i'd love to try this product out!! I've never used an epilator before, but i'm up for trying one out, and as i'm quite hairy, it would be a good challange!!
I would just love to give this a go as I really can't afford the razor blades these days, and I'm beginning to look as hairy as my husky!!
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Would be willing to give it a go
