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Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99

Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99 1 set

 
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Because she's got better things to do. Rotating discs and 36 tweezers on a double-active surface remove hair from the root quickly and effectively, so hair re-growth is slower and finer.


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Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set
 
4.1

(based on 69 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (39)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (16)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (7)

96%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (21)
  • Good value (15)
  • Smooth (6)
  • Close shave (5)
  • Compact (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday use (8)
    • Dry shaving (6)
    • Dry use (5)
    • Sensitive areas (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Clean shaven (12), Clean cut (7)
      • Hair Texture:
      • Coarse hair (10), Fine hair (6)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    NEWBIES, HERE ARE SOME ...

    NEWBIES, HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL TIPS:
    I have had my Emjoi Optima for 5 or 6 years. It still works very well. The trick is to BUY REPLACEMENT HEADS!!! The motor ...Read complete review

    NEWBIES, HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL TIPS:
    I have had my Emjoi Optima for 5 or 6 years. It still works very well. The trick is to BUY REPLACEMENT HEADS!!! The motor works but the tweezers wear out. You can buy a replacement head from the Emjoi website which is a much better deal than replacing the whole thing every few years. A trick to make it less painful if you have never used an epilator before is to get your legs waxed first, then start using the Optima as maintenance. The reason it hurts so much in the beginning is that you are pulling so many hairs at the same time. Once you have it down to just the new growth, it is almost painless. If you can't or won't get a waxing, for the first time try using it on small areas at a time, over several days, so that you aren't killing yourself by trying to do it all at once. Otherwise, yes, it will be very painful. I promise it will get much, much less painful if you stick with it, and don't let all the hair grow out every time.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    I have just purchased my ...

    I have just purchased my third Emjoi in three years. I take care of it properly, but it is just not something that will flawlessly work year after year. However, buying blades and ...Read complete review

    I have just purchased my third Emjoi in three years. I take care of it properly, but it is just not something that will flawlessly work year after year. However, buying blades and shaving cream every few weeks adds up, so I figure this is no more expensive than shaving in the long run. Also, while I do prefer this to shaving, it does not leave skin as smooth as shaving does. Even if you go slowly and carefully, it breaks some of the hairs off at the skin. Also, be aware that the first few times are very, very painful, but it grows less painful with each use until finally you barely feel it at all. It does last a bit longer than shaving however, and over time, the hair grows in sparser and more fine. My mother has been using epilators for 10 years, and the hair on her arms is so fine and sparse that she only needs to use this every three weeks. If you can suffer through the first few times, you will be happy with this product. It's not perfect, but it sure beats shaving daily.

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    5.0

    This is the best product ...

    By Anonymous

    from Undisclosed

    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    This is the best product I have ever used. Since this has double tweezers to remove hair, it is much faster to remove hair. I used to get waxed because it takes too long to remove hair, but this is very quick. The only problem just like any other epilator is that you get lot of ingrown hairs, where with waxing it is very neat. You get lot of ingrown hair if you have thick hair, which I do. I totally recommend this prduct to everyone. It is the best product that I have ever used.

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    5.0

    VERY GOOD. I have used ...

    By Ann

    from FPO, AP

    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    VERY GOOD. I have used the Emjoi Optima for 5 months. After using an Epilady for about 10 years, this was easy and almost painfree in comparison. I am able to do my whole leg, while with the epilady I could only suffer through the thigh. Although nothing that rips hair out is pain free, each time I use it I say "ow" less. Today I did my knees, and it was the only time I said "OW". Next time, I'm sure it will be easier. Great buy. My hair is thinner and less coarse.

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    5.0

    This is absolutely the ...

    By Anonymous

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    This is absolutely the best hair removal system ever. You must remember that hair removal takes time, but it is much cheaper than the professional laser/electo method. Key to success is: Exfoliating often, having clean and dry (no sweat) skin, and keeping your skin moisturized with a good lotion (eg. Nivea Extra Enriched Body Lotion).

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    5.0

    I bought the emjoi ...

    By Anonymous

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    I bought the emjoi optima, and I think it's the best thing I've bought. My sister tried it and loved it, so I bought her one and I've been using it for 2 years, and it is great!!!

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    5.0

    Much less painful than ...

    By Anonymous

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    Much less painful than waxing. I now sit around just taking little hairs off my arms for fun! (Seriously, and I have never worried about arm hair in the past in my life. Also a great value if you consider the cost of salon waxing.

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    1.0

    I am really sorry that ...

    By Anonymous

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    I am really sorry that I've used this product. Overall, for the first year results were fantastic and compared to other products Emjoi really does the job well. I had to use it once every 3 weeks, didn't mind the pain and loved the fact that I was no longer dependent on wax or shaving. However what happened afterwards was a total nightmare. After a while of using it, hairs do get so weak theyre unable to break through the skin. My legs turned into an ingrown hair disaster and looked like a science experiment gone bad. Took about 6-8 months after I stopped using it to go back to normal, but I still had to spend money for a dermatologist visit to extract ingrown hairs as doing it yourself will leave you with scarring. Shaving might be primitive and inconvenient, but it's the best way to keep the skin healthy. Please think twice before committing to an epilator!!

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    4.0

    I like this product. ...

    By Anonymous

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    I like this product. Waxing removed a layer of skin, ouch! Shaving leaves stubble. When using this product be sure to pull the skin tight in areas where you might be a little loose or you'll get pinched and it may bleed. When you get the hang of it I'm sure you like it better than shaving because you are left completely smooth without the tenderness of waxing and the stubble of shaving. I'm sure your special someone will like the results too :-)

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    4.0

    Great product for your ...

    By Anonymous

    from Undisclosed

    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    Great product for your legs -- fast and results last a long tme.

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    4.0

    A really great product ...

    By Elena

    from North Collins, NY

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    A really great product for anyone with dark hair, or hair that grows quickly. Unfortunately, I have both. I find it is best not to use the week before my period, as it is painful and the hair breaks more. I have had mine for 1 and 1/2 years and even bought one for my mother and I love it - except now it isn't pulling the hair out as efficiently, as if it is wearing out.

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    5.0

    I love this! I recently ...

    By Jackie

    from Simi Valley, CA

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    Comments about Emjoi Optima Hair Removal System, Model AP-99, 1 set:

    I love this! I recently bought the Braun system and it's pretty good, especially when compared to the EpiLady, which is horrible! The Emjoi Optima removes the hair (granted, you do have to go over it, but I do when shaving, too. Hair grows in different directions!) with very little pain. I do have some red dots on my legs afterward, but they disappear quickly. One of the tricks to getting this to work the best is exfoliating before and making sure your skin is clean and dry.

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