Posted: 15:54, 20 August 2022 | Updated: 16:11, 20 August 2022
A new hair removal tool claims to be the answer to your razor woes – but not all buyers are convinced. Epilation crystals, also known as ‘epilation erasers’ or ‘epilation stones’, are small, hand-held pads that use what is described as ‘nano-cystal technology’ to cause hair to clump together and detach from the surface. By rubbing the pad against the surface of the skin, the pad claims to provide a closer shave and prevent redness, bumps and ingrown hairs. The hair removal crystals, which cost an average of £20, have become a hit on TikTok, with customers sharing rave reviews about the incredible results. Epilator crystals, also known as ‘epilators’ or ‘epilator stones’, are small, hand-held pads that use what is described as ‘nano-cystal technology’ to cause hair to clump together and detach from the surface (as seen right) A YouTuber compares the traditional razor to a £20 hair removal crystal saying the crystal is ‘easier’ and ‘takes less time’ even on thick hair The company that first designed the item, Bleame, claims that the nanocrystal technology gently ‘exfoliates’ unwanted body hair and leaves skin silky smooth. Now a number of other imitators are cashing in on the trend. A video claims to show a crystal hair removal product in action in just 10 minutes, revealing a painless application and leaving behind smooth legs. One delighted buyer wrote: “I’m really impressed with this product. I took a bet thinking it might be too good to be true, but it does exactly what it says it does. I am very happy with the results.” Another post: “Amazing product. It takes a while to do. You have to go to the same area a few times, but it’s worth it. My skin is so soft. Softer than any other razor. Even the next day without lotion.’ A third added: “This is great. So easy to use and leaves skin soft. I don’t know how much longer it will last, but it’s perfect.’ However, others were less convinced and said the results were not as good as advertised. The reviews were taken from one of Bleame’s copy company products. A customer shared a one-star review: “I followed the instructions to the letter and 3 days later my feet are still sore and very dry, like they weren’t before. “I might have used sandpaper on my legs and I didn’t even get the hair out, there was a lot left. He shouldn’t be allowed to sell this!”
However, others were less convinced and said the results were not as good as advertised. The reviews were taken from one of Bleame’s copy company products Another agreed: “Worked for about five minutes it got half way through the leg and then stopped working rinsed and dried nothing so had to go back to my razor seriously don’t bother.” A third warned: “Yes I followed the hype and bought this and it’s a complete waste of money. It doesn’t come off as well as it looks. It also tore up my armpits badly. My advice don’t bother it’s not worth the money.’ Another review read: “I bought this product after seeing it all over social media touted as the best new hair removal method, it’s supposed to be painless and removes hair quickly and effectively. “The reality of this device is not that at all. First, I will say that the first area I tried this device on was my legs and it seemed to work well there, removing the hair painlessly and leaving my legs smooth and soft. “It was when I tried the device on other areas of my body that I was very disappointed. Every other area of my body I tried this device on left the skin very red, irritated and inflamed after use despite using moisturizer (which seemed to make it worse). “Despite the irritation to my skin, the device didn’t even remove hair properly in the areas I tried it on. Even though it worked on my legs, it took a lot longer than just using a razor and shaving and for that reason I would not recommend this device!”
