Silk'n SensEpil Profile Silk’n is a light-based device cleared by the FDA for home use that can be used anywhere below the neck (excluding genitals). It requires multiple treatments to have the best results. How Does Silk’n Work? This device applies Home Pulsed Light™ (HPL™) technology, using optical energy to disable hair growth. The hair shaft needs to absorb this light energy and then transform it to heat. Who Can Use It? Those with a naturally dark skin color cannot use Silk’n because burns, blisters and/or changes in skin color can result. Dark hair responds the best to these light-based treatments. Shades of brown may also respond to the system, but typically require more treatments. Because the light energy is targeting dark pigment (melanin)- white, gray, or blond hair will not benefit from using the system. Red hair isn’t totally ruled out here, but possibly may benefit from hair removal treatments. Does Silk’n Hurt? The feeling can be likened to a slight sensation of heat. Everyone has their own tolerance to pain/discomfort, but other factors come into play. You might feel more pain if you have sensitive skin, or very dark or thick hair. The first time using the device is usually the most uncomfortable, and then subsides with further uses for most people. Silk’n has five settings that you can adjust to your sensitivity. Using the highest setting will also produce more heat, and give you better results. How Effective Is It? Hair grows in different stages: growing, resting and shedding. Because all of the hair isn’t on the same stage at any given time, multiple treatments are needed to get the hair in the growth phase, for the system to be most effective. The company recommends treatments spaced every two weeks for the first three to four uses. If hair has grown back after these first three to four treatments, then additional treatments should be given until the desired results are achieved. According to the Silk’n hair removal clinical study of 150 females using the hair removal system these were the average hair reduction results after six months “41% in the underarms, 54% on the legs, 43% in the bikini area and 52% on the arms.” How Much Does It Cost? The suggested retail price was $800 when first released. On April 13, 2009 the price was reduced to $699. A lamp cartridge that comes with the system has a life of about 750 shots, which is enough for treating your entire body once. The control panel displays warning lights when you are close to or have reached the 750 shot limit.   Why use Silk´n? Recommended by dermatologists Silkn ™ was tested by renowned dermatologists and plastic surgeons who completed through the use of Silkn ™ that it can be handled safely, easily and effectively in the privacy of home. Remarkable clinical results The Home Pulsed Light ™ technology in the device Silkn ™ was designed to use all the clinical benefits of pulsed light to remove the hair at home. In clinical test for over a year, dermatologists and surgeons with vast experience in the area considered Silkn ™ can achieve excellent results in the removal of hairs. Privacy in your home! The proven benefits Silkn ™ technology can be enjoyed in the privacy of your home each session as planned for you. Safe Silkn ™ is designed to protect your skin and eyes. Used as directed Silkn ™ treatments were safe and with a sense of discomfort compared to other treatments minina wax or professional treatments. Easy to use Silkn ™ was easy to assemble, and auto treatments simple, fast and clean. Treating both legs in under 40 minutes is very easy thanks to the large size (6cm2) for Silkn shot ™ and the light pulse interval of just 3.5 seconds. Underarms and bikini line can be done in minutes. Silkn ™ comes prepared with plenty of pulses and two cartridges loaded in their lamps (2 cartridges with 750-900 pulses each). Two legs can take an average of 190 pulses and armpit 5 to 10. Economic Use Silkn ™ will save much money if compared to the extensive use of professional laser treatments, waxing or shaving.   Clinically proven. Not suitable for black or Afro-Caribbean skin complexions or grey/white hair.