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Anyone tried the Philips lumea?

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Thingsgobumpinnight · 14/12/2024 18:37

Hi!

just wondered if anyone has the Philips lumea lpl device and could advice if it’s worth it or not? It’s on sale right now for £300 and I’m very tempted to buy it but just not sure if it’s worth it or if the results are not as good as it makes out. I unfortunately have very dark, course, dense facial and body hair and am fed up having to shave so often to keep on top of it. Considered laser treatment but it’s so expensive whereas I figured I could use the Philips lumea on my entire body and it would work out cheaper but just not sure if it’s really worth it or not?

TIA!

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Samphire44 · 14/12/2024 20:10

People that have used it on the upper lip what happens if you have a mixture of fuzz and a few darker hairs? I have just been plucking the dark ones but am tempted to shave all the then try my ipl on it but if I do this will the fuzzy ones grow back darker but not be got by the ipl?

Sapphirechair · 14/12/2024 20:08

I wanted one but you have to leave a clear border around moles and freckles and my legs are covered in them 😞

NewYearNewStarts · 14/12/2024 20:07

It's brilliant!

OrNo · 14/12/2024 20:05

lastgreat · 14/12/2024 19:51

Jumping on to ask, does it hurt at all?

Not it you use the levels correctly. Too high and it feels like you're being flicked with a rubber band. So you knock it down one until it's comfortable. It takes longer the lower the setting but it's comfortable so a trade off I can live with.

Nyland · 14/12/2024 20:03

I have dark hair and pale skin. I use it on legs, bikini, armpits, upper lip and toes. It has been very effective and didn't hurt other than a few feelings of having an elastic band snapped on me in the first few armpit treatments.

It has been liberating. I used to get scratchy leg stubble within 24 hours, re-growth rashes on bikini line, waxing gave me rashes. I love swimming and now I can go when I feel like it without having to plan hair removal in advance.

It is the best £300 I have spent on myself.

OrNo · 14/12/2024 20:03

Yep love it. Best thing I've ever bought. Wish it had been invented when I was younger and very hairy.

TonTonMacoute · 14/12/2024 19:59

I only wish I had one when I was younger, it's brilliant. I also have the classic pale skin/dark hair combo.

CortieTat · 14/12/2024 19:58

I have a different device, also IPL. It’s nicknamed blaster in our house. It’s fantastic, works and after the initial treatment once a week, you’d only need a maintenance round once a month or so. My skin is very pale and hair is dark blonde so there’s contrast but not a lot.

lastgreat · 14/12/2024 19:51

Jumping on to ask, does it hurt at all?

AllTangledUpInTinselAndTiaras · 14/12/2024 19:48

It won't work where there isn't a good contrast between skin and hair.

So if your unwanted hair is dark, best to zap it before it gets grey/white!

Reminds me, I need to do a maintenance run.

EmotionalSupportBiscuit · 14/12/2024 19:45

Squidgemoon · 14/12/2024 19:33

I’m also thinking about one. Pale skin although not all my body hair is dark. Can you use it down below? As in not just bikini line but everywhere? I’d really love to get rid out of my pubic hair but have very sensitive skin and shaving/waxing doesnt work for me at all.

I was avoiding TMI but sod it I’ve had wine yes I take everything off with it, just leave a landing strip 😎

TiramisuThief · 14/12/2024 19:43

Cornflakes44 · 14/12/2024 19:39

I'm really interested in this but for more blond peach fuzz on the face. Has anyone found it works for that? I'm fairly pale, freckly skin type if that makes a difference.

It hasn't worked for my peach fuzz - it's blonde and that doesn't work with IPL

AllTangledUpInTinselAndTiaras · 14/12/2024 19:39

Just be aware that if your skin is very sensitive it may not like the Lumea either.

Cornflakes44 · 14/12/2024 19:39

I'm really interested in this but for more blond peach fuzz on the face. Has anyone found it works for that? I'm fairly pale, freckly skin type if that makes a difference.

AllTangledUpInTinselAndTiaras · 14/12/2024 19:38

TMI I guess but yes, I've used it for everything.

Squidgemoon · 14/12/2024 19:33

I’m also thinking about one. Pale skin although not all my body hair is dark. Can you use it down below? As in not just bikini line but everywhere? I’d really love to get rid out of my pubic hair but have very sensitive skin and shaving/waxing doesnt work for me at all.

EmotionalSupportBiscuit · 14/12/2024 19:29

Love mine. I have the ideal combination of dark hair and pale skin. I use it on legs, underarms and bikini (very high bikini!). I once had a random hives reaction on one shin but it’s been well worth it for me.

AllTangledUpInTinselAndTiaras · 14/12/2024 19:28

Put a 12-week reminder to charge it/give your skin a few zaps. Otherwise the battery will die which is a shame for such an expensive item.

I don't use it so often anymore so I really have to remind myself to take it out and keep the battery working.

Sinkintotheswamp · 14/12/2024 19:26

Northernlightx · 14/12/2024 19:13

Entirely changed my life - and not an understatement. I grew up with big issues around unwanted dark hair and very pale skin. I now feel ‘in control’ of my body hair. My legs and armpits are now a dream.

Yes. It's such a relief knowing my daughter will be able to zap her legs and not waste a fortune and constant years of discomfort waxing or shaving.

calmandcollected101 · 14/12/2024 19:24

Yes worked for me

I have Asian Indian skin and black hair

Really worked for my legs, underarms and I find it helps with keeping my skin clear..strangely
No dark shadows/ pigmentation

Purplecatshopaholic · 14/12/2024 19:21

MadameMaxGoesler · 14/12/2024 19:06

Yes! Pale skin and dark hair. Years of itchy shaving.
Bought the Lumea several years ago and now have completely hair-free legs. Incipient moustache is completely gone. Bikini line and armpits need a bit more work, but I've been lazy.
It's blissful not to have leg stubble.

This is me too. Bloody love my Lumea, worth every penny.

DoorOpening · 14/12/2024 19:19

You have to be patient - it doesn’t work overnight - takes many weeks. But damn it’s good. No more red bumpy arm pits from shaving. I have mid brown hair and pale but not totally alabaster skin.
worth the money.

hesitsupallday · 14/12/2024 19:17

Dark hair and fair skin. About 10 years or so ago I bought one and did underarm and bikini line. Nothing ever came back after the treatment. I'm a happy bunny

Northernlightx · 14/12/2024 19:13

Entirely changed my life - and not an understatement. I grew up with big issues around unwanted dark hair and very pale skin. I now feel ‘in control’ of my body hair. My legs and armpits are now a dream.

mrsfollowill · 14/12/2024 19:10

If you have pale skin and dark hair go for it- please buy it! Totally amazing for me - had one for 5 yrs - follow the instructions. I had facial hair (Tom Selleck tache if I left it to its own devices!) It took quite a long time to be really effective - prob 6/7 months of being religious with it but now only need maintenance top ups maybe 3 times a year. I also paid £300 in 1st lockdown and it's totally paid for itself. I have movie star hair free pits as well - shave underarms maybe x 2 a year - just a few wisps when I do as well Grin

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