12 Best Hair-Removal Products, According to Editors
9 Editor-Approved Hair-Removal Products For Smooth Skin All Year
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Hair removal is a personal choice, but if you're someone who chooses to be hairless — whether it's by way of shaving, waxing, lasering it off, or any other method — we know that the removal process can be daunting.
Waxing is known for being a literal pain, and in some cases, can be damaging to the skin if done incorrectly; shaving, though convenient and painless, can often result in annoying ingrown hairs and razor burns; and laser hair removal, though effective for the most part, isn't exactly accessible or cost-effective for everyone. It's all about finding the right routine for your personal needs.
No matter your method of choice, we've rounded up some of the best (editor-approved) hair-removal products you'll want to use all year. Whether you're searching for the best razor for sensitive skin, the most moisturizing shaving cream, or a facial hair removal cream that won't break you out — we've got you covered. Keep scrolling to check out all of our picks.
Best IPL Device
Philips Lumea 9900 Pro IPL Hair Removal Device ($700)
If at-home IPL devices intimidate you, Philips has a solution. The new Lumea 9900 Pro IPL Hair Removal Device is changing the game. The cordless handheld makes it easy to get smooth, hair-free skin from the comfort of your home. It takes all of the guesswork out of the process, using AI to guide you through your treatment, telling you where to point and click. The accompanying app even reminds you when you're due for another round. The kit includes four attachments: body, face, bikini, and armpits. The treatment phase lasts for seven weeks, requiring you to use the device every two weeks; after that, you're in the maintenance phase and only need to use the device every four weeks. With every use, you'll notice that less and less hair is growing back and your smooth skin lasts even longer.
Editor's quote: "I've tried my fair share of at-home IPL devices and none have been as easy to use as this one. The device literally talks to you, providing real-time audio guidance while you're using it. I've tested it everywhere, from my face to my arms and legs. I love how fast the treatments are and that there's no cord to wrestle with." — Jessica Harrington, Section Lead, Beauty
Best Body Waxing Strips For For Hair Removal
Flamingo Pubic Hair Wax Kit ($12)
Gentle yet effective, the Flamingo Pubic Hair Wax Kit makes waxing at home about as easy as it gets. The proof? After a few glasses of wine, one of our editors somehow managed to convince her partner to help her DIY the process, and — despite having zero waxing experience and impaired hand-eye coordination — even she pulled it off with aplomb. It grips the hair nicely so you only need to yank the strip once per section.
Best Leg Mask For Hair Removal
Nair Body Cream Hair Remover with Soothing Aloe and Water Lily ($9)
The Nair Body Cream Hair Remover with Soothing Aloe and Water Lily isn't your typical depilatory cream. Slather it on to remove hair and moisturize skin in less than 10 minutes. The best part: it doesn't have that telltale Nair scent.
Editor's quote: "Not only did it effectively remove every stubble of leg hair, the formula was also surprisingly hydrating — I didn't even need lotion." Read our editor's full review.
Best Disposable Razor
Gillette Venus Extra Smooth Razor Set for Women ($23)
Get a close, smooth, nick-free shave with the Gillette Venus Extra Smooth Razor Set for Women. What we love about this razor pack is that it comes with one sturdy metal handle and four heads, allowing you to swap out the top without needing to replace the entire thing. It features five blades per head and two moisture bars to nourish skin while you shave.
Best Facial Hair Removal Cream
Nair Prep and Smooth Face Hair Remover ($10)
If you're looking for a simple and easy way to remove peach fuzz from your face, look no further than the Nair Prep and Smooth Face Hair Remover. Not only is the applicator easy to use and small enough to swipe along the crevices of your face, but it's also gentle on sensitive skin.
Editor's quote: "I found the circular applicator to be a bit weird at first, but I quickly realized that it was perfect for spreading the formula onto my upper lip without having to use my fingers, making for a truly mess-free experience." Read the review here.
Best Electric Razor For Body Hair
Schick Intuition Sensitive Care Moisturizing Razor ($14)
The Schick Intuition Sensitive Care Moisturizing Razor has been a go-to for one of our editors for over a decade. Per her review, she loves that features cream surrounding the blades making the use of other lotions and creams unnecessary. It's perfect if you're looking for a product that does double duty and will get your skin feeling moisturized ASAP.
Best Single-Blade Razor
Hanni Weighted Razor ($42)
The Hanni Weighted Razor is a safety razor that uses a single-blade, double-edged design, and it's so good that it gave one editor a super-smooth skin finish with no ingrown hairs or razor burn. This razor is expertly weighted so you don't have to apply a ton of pressure to shave, and it can also be used outside of the shower, but the biggest perk is that to replace an old blade, all you have to do is twist the bottom of the razor's shaft and toss it in the trash with minimal touching.
Best Dermaplaning Facial Razors
Billie Dermaplaning Starter Kit ($14)
These razors in the Sephora Collection 4 Piece Facial Razor Set are just like the ones your brow stylist probably uses to remove any excess hair above the arch, and it works exactly as you think it would; it clears off all the fuzz from your cheeks, chin, and forehead, while simultaneously offering a gentle physical exfoliation to the skin.
Editor's quote: "While the stainless-steel blade is sharp and accurate, it features micro-guards that protect the skin, so the act of shaving doesn't feel prickly, choppy, or dangerous. The feeling of using this tool against my skin is truly as smooth as the brand attests, and I love a product that delivers on its promise." Read our editor's review.
Best Finish Tool For Facial Hair Removal
Tweezerman Smooth Finish Facial Hair Remover ($20)
The Tweezerman Smooth Finish Facial Hair Remover puts speedy hair removal in your hands, plucking facial hair from the root using its flexible spring. It's that simple. Our editors say it takes a little bit of time to get the hang of, but once you do it's especially great for getting fine hairs around the nose and on the face.
— Additional reporting by Danielle Jackson
Jessica Harrington (she/her) is the Section Lead of Beauty at Popsugar, where she oversees all vertical coverage across the website, social media, and newsletter. With a decade of industry experience, she has interviewed numerous celebrities, reported on hundreds of beauty trends, and swatched more lipsticks than she can count. Prior to PS, Jessica worked for publications such as Makeup.com, Skincare.com, and The Zoe Report. She's based in New York City and has a degree in journalism from Hofstra University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling with her husband, thrifting, and cooking.
Danielle Jackson (she/her) was a former assistant editor for PS Beauty.
