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Philips Satinelle Essential HP6401 Compact Hair Removal Epilator
Last Updated: January 11, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.5
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/10
Total Reviews
996
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0.16 meters
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226.8 grams
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Review Analysis - 932 recent, verified reviews
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Hair
224hairs, ingrown hairs, skin, shaving, hair removal
+60%
-40%
" ... It will take a few times before you're able to get all the hairs, especially if your skin is used to being shaved. ... Happy hair ripping yall. ... "
" ... This epilator works really well for thicker hair, not as well for fine hair. ... "
" ... It does take a few passes over an area to get all the hair. ... "
" ... I have never used something that worked so well for near effortless hair removal. ... "
" ... Body hair being removed by this device must be short. ... Shave body hair first, then let body hair grow for about one week, then use the device. ... "
" ... Creates ingrown hairs ... "
" ... I'm a bit of a hairy beast and shaving lasts me 3-4 days tops. ... "
" ... I have to go over it with a pair of tweezers the next day to look for stray hairs. ... "
Comfort
161painful, hurts, skin, legs, hurt
+48%
-52%
" ... The first time is the most painful. ... I've tried waxing before (doing it myself) and it was WAY too painful. ... Use one hand to pull the skin tight, and the other to hold the epilator. ... "
" ... I could only adjust to doing the lower half of my legs . ... and even that was too painful. ... "
" ... it is small for the palm, feels as if hardly holding anything (and i have small palms - a small person) ... "
" ... I tried one spot under my arm it did hurt. ... "
" ... Definitely painful though. ... "
" ... Why would I get my mother something that caused so much pain? ... It feels like you're being electrocuted, but you're not ... it's just that painful. ... They did, but it was still so painful. ... I thought I could suck it up and try under my arms. ... "
" ... It never got it all and was rather painful. ... "
" ... I also didn't take the time to practice using it properly because of how painful it was for me. ... "
Product Reliability
98stopped working, epilator, months, working, years ago
+63%
-37%
" ... I feel obliged to leave a review of this product because I bought my first Philips Satinelle 20 years ago and worked perfectly until last week, suffered several falls and resisted like no other product I ever have owed. ... "
" ... But I pay $100 for a wax every four weeks. ... "
" ... This is my third emulator in 15 years. ... "
" ... 25 years ago my sister gave me a Epilady. ... "
" ... I had an epilator I bought from target over 10 years ago and it worked well and for a long time. ... "
" ... I used the epilator for the first time a week ago. ... "
" ... So far is working great. ... "
" ... I like it but it stopped working and I have to buy another one ... "
Shave Quality
91shave, razor, skin, legs, hair
+77%
-23%
" ... Hair is gone, skin is smooth, no lingering pain or redness, so all good. ... "
" ... Much better than shaving ... "
" ... I can't imagine why people continue to shave. ... "
" ... Works perfectly and makes my life easier because I don't have to shave as often. ... "
" ... Great for people with razor burn and sensitive skin. ... "
" ... Never had it pinch my skin. ... "
" ... If you're on the fence: I spent a lot of time trying to decide if epilating would actually be better than shaving. ... "
" ... This is the first time I use an electric epilator in my life (before I used wax or razor) I love it !!!! ... "
Price
85money, worth, epilator, waste, waste of money
+85%
-15%
" ... For the money, is good. ... "
" ... Great for its price. ... Great for the price if you’re on a budget. ... "
" ... I think she got her money's worth. ... "
" ... I expected to be so good for this price. ... "
" ... Great little epilator for the price ... "
" ... It's a great price for what I got. ... "
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
" ... But I can get past that for how well it works and the price. ... "
Build Quality
69underarms, hair, hairs, epilator, bikini
+68%
-32%
" ... With proper skin preparation and patience, you'll be able to have smooth legs. ... "
" ... I use this machine for legs, some bikini areas and armpits. ... "
" ... I love using an epilator vs a razor for smoother legs & under arms. ... "
" ... It's totally worth it- My legs are still fairly smooth after a week- just feels like day one stubble. ... "
" ... It works extremely well, and my armpits look amazing and are smooth for a solid week. ... "
" ... Once I was able to get both of my legs and bikini area (a teeny bit at a time) I just go over it once or twice a week and it stays nice and smooth and doesn't hurt nearly as much. ... "
" ... Also, the build quality is better than I thought. ... Get a grip. ... Indeed, if you rearrange the Amazon epilator reviews in date order you will see reports that in many instances, the build quality of the same exact model device has grown poorer. ... "
" ... I do have to make a few passes to get completely smooth on my legs. ... "
Ease of Use
51use, easy to clean, easy, simple, small
+96%
-4%
" ... The first use is scary but after 2 regrowths it's a breeze. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... simple to operate, clean and store. ... "
" ... Easy to use, to clean, to carry, has good quality besides its shape is beautiful. ... "
" ... So anyway, this epilator is small, easy to use, and handy. ... "
" ... Its simple and basic model can have capability to do what should do. ... "
" ... I've had other epilators before this one and this is best in efficiency and user friendly. ... "
" ... but the instructions are easy, the product is quality and easy to use. ... "
Overall performance
51done, speed, gets the job, fast, epilator
+96%
-4%
" ... They last a long time and they do the job. ... "
" ... Having two speeds is a huge plus! ... "
" ... It works well and takes a little time but get the job done well. ... "
" ... Does it's job ... "
" ... Works well and gets the job done. ... "
" ... It does it's job. ... "
" ... This one has two speeds and it is laud. ... "
" ... this is the first time I'm using this model and I like that it does the job well as expected. ... "
Cleaning
45waxing, wax, easy to clean, hair, messy
+84%
-16%
" ... And it's a piece of cake to keep clean. ... And you really really should keep it clean. ... If you are considering going this route for your hair removal needs, I do highly recommend this epilator. ... "
" ... It give you a clean and decent results ... "
" ... I have had laser hair removal on most of my body. ... "
" ... After I finish epilating, I gently wipe my skin with a damp, warm towel, just to get off any excess hair and really just clean up the area. ... Then I apply Tea Tree oil to the epilated areas to keep the now open pores clean. ... "
" ... Much better than waxing. ... "
" ... I have found epilating to be easier, cleaner, and faster than hot waxing with similar results. ... "
" ... I have been using a hair removal product like this for years. ... "
" ... I don't know how you're supposed to clean it but I'll dip a toothbrush in rubbing alcohol and brush this thing clean once a week or so. ... "
Volume
42works, really, noisy, noise, epilator
+5%
-95%
" ... Noise: The main issue I have with this epilator is how loud it is. ... "
" ... This product is so loud. ... "
" ... One bummer: it's LOUD. ... "
" ... It's so loud. ... "
" ... Oh, almost forgot to mention how loud it is. ... "
" ... The motor is very loud. ... "
" ... Very loud though! ... "
" ... It works well but its really is loud. ... "
Cables
30long, power, enough, wire, months
+37%
-63%
" ... No loss of power, no batteries to replace, and about 4' of cord. ... "
" ... Horrible my first one wasstolen it's not waterproof and only works with the cord. ... "
" ... Worked well for a few months until cord stopped working. ... I'd like to get a new cord if possible. ... "
" ... Had this for only a year and it started to stop working when the cord is moving. ... "
" ... The cord does not conduct electricity and requires replacement. ... "
" ... You can not use this without plugging in the cord which can be a pain. ... "
" ... I've bought two, and both after 6 months the cord stopped working. ... "
" ... The only thing that changes is the plug's wire, which kinda turns yellow over time . ... "
Sound Quality
26noisy, makes, loud, sounds like, like
+38%
-62%
" ... very and super noisy. ... "
" ... It sounds like a piece of machinery is rattling away in your bathroom. ... "
" ... Very loud noise otherwise works as mentioned. ... "
" ... It's over heating and it sounds like its dying. ... "
" ... is too noise. ... "
" ... It is loud but I have yet to find one that is quiet :) Still in good working condition and did not have a burnt plastic smell come from it like my last one while using it. ... "
" ... Noise: The main issue I have with this epilator is how loud it is. ... "
" ... It hurts and is noisy. ... "
Size
24travel, bag, compact, light, enough
+92%
-8%
" ... Best as a travel size and worth each penny ... "
" ... I love it, is super lightweight, the cord is long enough and not bulky. ... "
" ... Small, light, efficient and not noisy. ... "
" ... The device itself is small, sturdy, and easy to hold and use. ... "
" ... It has two speeds and is very compact. ... "
" ... I like that it’s small and can easily fit into my makeup bag during travel. ... "
" ... It's portable and light! ... "
" ... Easy to use, to clean, to carry, has good quality besides its shape is beautiful. ... "
Drying
22skin, dry, hairs, hair removal, waxing
+77%
-23%
" ... Can easily wash the blade part in hot soapy water after use, so there is good hygiene involved too! ... "
" ... Removes hair effectively. ... "
" ... No louder than my electric tooth brush and much quieter than a hair dryer. ... "
" ... but I started to grow thinner hair on armpits since I started using this. ... "
" ... love love love, i'm a hairy girl and have struggled so much with my thick underarm hair, finally this made it super simple to keep under control and gradually reduces the hair growth! ... "
" ... My hair is very coarse. ... "
" ... It's very important to use on dry skin only so that the passes are smooth. ... "
" ... Make my hair removal process less messy and save me so much time. ... "
Returns
21returned, used, returning, one, sent
+10%
-90%
" ... Pinches and hurts when used returning ... "
" ... I return it back! ... "
" ... I'm returning this and probably going to get an upgraded one. ... "
" ... I regret that I waited too long before trying it and the return period had expired. ... "
" ... I should have returned it. ... "
" ... PS- it sucks that I cant get a refund since I have only used it once, and I tossed out the box (with the assumption that it would work like a charm). ... KEEP THE BOX BECAUSE YOU DEFINITELY WILL BE RETURNING IT! ... "
" ... If I was in the US I would return it. ... "
" ... On the other hand, I tried to return this item without any results, they said that it was a non-refundable item and the customer service said that they were to make contact with me and nothing, still waiting . ... "
Water Resistance
15skin, used, use, pulls, proof
+87%
-13%
" ... You may want to exfoliate in the shower, give your skin some time, and then use the epilator. ... "
" ... I also have to Braun water proof epilator, and I always go back to this one because it is the most powerful and actually pulls all the hairs. ... "
" ... I don't know if water temporarily 'softens' hair the way it softens skin but my own hair seems less prickly after I shower, and hence the white/grey ones are harder to find. ... "
" ... Next time I'll buy the waterproof one. ... I find myself wishing I could use it in the shower. ... "
" ... I do wish it worked off the charge or in the shower, but for the price you can't beat it. ... "
" ... Use once or twice a week after a hot shower and you're probably good to go. ... "
" ... Well worth the price unless you wanna use it in the shower. ... "
" ... A hot towel or hot shower before using to open the pores really helps. ... "
Fit
15little, head, easy to hold, tweezer, tight
+53%
-47%
" ... I was able to use it in my legs, underarms, arms, etc. ... "
" ... The device itself is small, sturdy, and easy to hold and use. ... "
" ... I'm more than willing to spend a little extra time using this if it means I'm no longer tearing my legs to shreds from the itch after shaving. ... "
" ... I'm not sure if that made it easier to pull out or more difficult, but either way the epilator pulled out all of my leg hair. ... "
" ... I had to work in small sections, hold my skin tight, and move slowly to get use to the pain but its worth it! ... "
" ... The adapter clicks into place at the bottom of the device and stays very well. ... "
Marketplace
14works, picture, works as expected, work, thanks
+86%
-14%
" ... Thanks a million for an awesome product! ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as expected! ... "
" ... Works as promised ... "
" ... Work as it described. ... "
" ... I have never written a review before but . ... "
" ... Thanks to Amazon and of course Philips too.😃😃 ... "
" ... Works as well as expected. ... "
Cable Length
13long, enough, power, wish, love
+62%
-38%
" ... The power cord was also plenty long enough to reach from the outlet in my bathroom to my bathtub, which is a good place to sit or stand for easy cleanup of the hairs. ... "
" ... I love it, is super lightweight, the cord is long enough and not bulky. ... "
" ... I wish I got the cordless but this came with a nice long cord so it is okay! ... "
" ... One other feature I love is the power is a cord and plug. ... "
" ... I wish it was cordless, but the really long cord that it comes with helps make up for it. ... "
" ... However the cord is a decent length. ... "
" ... If it's just the right length (~1/16") it pulls almost all of them. ... "
Design
12looks, like, feels, used, design
+83%
-17%
" ... with your favorite luxurious body cream and essential oils, your skin will look and feel BEAUTIFUL. ... "
" ... In high school, I used to self-harm and this feels kind of similar, so I also get a bit of a thrill from it. ... "
" ... looks vicious, but she likes it ... "
" ... The purple guider is a lifesaver. ... "
" ... I used this on my girly bits for a complete smooth "bikini waxed" look. ... "
" ... But it does work, and I've gotten used to how it feels. ... "
" ... I consider it gold standard. ... I will say I do wish it came with a case and the design were prettier. ... "
" ... I love the thought that went into the design for this Epillator! ... "
Delivery
11box, shipping, came, works, today
+73%
-27%
" ... I got the expected result. ... "
" ... Thanks for the quality goods and fast delivery. ... "
" ... Works as promised ... "
" ... Great product, great price and quick shipping ... "
" ... It Came quick. ... "
" ... It arrived quickly. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
11clean, keep, way, simple, really
+91%
-9%
" ... Very easy to clean. ... "
" ... And it's not super-easy to clean. ... "
" ... simple to operate, clean and store. ... "
" ... And it's a piece of cake to keep clean. ... And you really really should keep it clean. ... "
" ... Also, I love the option to remove the top part where the blades are, so I can clean it. ... "
Battery Life
11epilator, cord, rechargeable, long, lasts
+82%
-18%
" ... It is powerful probably because it is corded and not battery operated. ... "
" ... It has changed my life. ... "
" ... Lasts about 2 yrs. ... "
" ... Where has this thing been my whole life? ... "
" ... Constant use doesn't drain the batteries and the device remains at optimum power for the entire time I am using it ... "
" ... I like that it plugs in so I don't have to wonder if it's charged (or wait if it isn't) and the motor is still going strong after lots of use. ... "
" ... Overall, this is a good product and compared to other products where I have to change the batteries constantly . ... "
" ... I really liked it while it worked, but I would rather invest more on a good epilator that lasts longer than replacing it with a new one every year . ... "
Product As Described
8works, picture, works as expected, work, cordless
+88%
-13%
" ... Works as promised ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as expected! ... "
" ... Works as well as expected. ... "
" ... works as described. ... "
" ... Work as it described. ... "
" ... As you can see from your pictures the item appears to be cordless. ... "
For Travel
7love, bag, trip, take, small
+100%
" ... I love that I can take it with me on vacations (I bought the extra travel case, which I highly recommend.) ... The (automatic) dual voltage makes it great for international travel too. ... "
" ... I like that it’s small and can easily fit into my makeup bag during travel. ... "
" ... This is a great travel epilator. ... "
" ... And it's so light I can take it with my on a trip. ... "
" ... I had one of these babies when I was living overseas. ... "
Capacity
7sensitive areas, painful, guess, certain, area
+71%
-29%
" ... I definitely recommended to my friends and family! ... "
" ... My closest friends, family and doctors have all tried to reassure me that as I got older, it would get better. ... "
" ... It is too powerful for sensitive areas. ... "
" ... The two speeds are nice to have depending on the size of the area. ... "
" ... I had one of these babies when I was living overseas. ... "
As Gift
7bought, best, loves, gave, daughter
+100%
" ... I couldn't really afford to buy it before, but I was kindly given a gift card so for once I spoiled myself . ... best gift I have bought. ... "
" ... Bought this as a gift for my daughters. ... "
" ... I’ve had this for about 1.5 years now and it’s the best gift I’ve ever received. ... "
" ... Bought this as a gift for someone else, and they are very happy with it. ... "
" ... Gift for wife. ... "
" ... Gave this as a gift for my friend who says she loves it. ... "
" ... I ordered this for my Daughter's birthday and she likes it very much. ... "
Charging
7cord, without, whole, wait, epilator
+29%
-71%
" ... It doesn't work without its charger even when I plugged in for a whole day! ... "
" ... This epilator needs to be on the charger plugged into the wall to use. ... "
" ... I'm not sure if its the core or the port where the charger is attached. ... "
" ... My wife got it and it didn't switch on even after charging it for one whole day! ... "
" ... It's obnoxious not only because of its volume but also because it attaches to an inconvenient cord and only works when plugged in. ... "
Setup
6product, follow, easy, use, phillips
+83%
-17%
" ... Follow the directions and you'll be set! ... "
" ... but the instructions are easy, the product is quality and easy to use. ... "
" ... plug-n-play easy. ... "
" ... Here's what I've learned from watching about every YouTube tutorial out there: ... "
Device Compatibility
6work, use
+67%
-33%
" ... You can use while connected. ... "
" ... For all the people complaining about these things they should keep in mind that this is one of the cheapest devices listed. ... "
" ... This seems to be a powerful little device. ... "
Software Platform
5update, pulls, hair, fast
+100%
" ... Trial and error tips: ... "
" ... I'll use it a bit more and then update. ... "
" ... It does what advertised, rips your hair out at the root. ... "
" ... It pulls it all from the root the first go round with no mercy. ... It’s powerful, fast and pulls from the root. ... "
" ... Using an epilator solves this problem by pulling out the hair at the root. ... "
For Kids
4daughter, christmas, bought
+100%
" ... My wife loves it. ... "
" ... Purchased for my 15 year old granddaughter. ... "
" ... I ordered this for my Daughter's birthday and she likes it very much. ... "
ISP
4used, line, bikini
+100%
" ... and id prefer a wireless one . ... "
" ... It’s work for me. ... "
" ... I just needed a cordless one. ... "
" ... Got this baby today and already used it on bikini line. ... "
For Running
3one, still, running, go, spot
+100%
" ... I can go over one spot a bunch of times with the Philips, no more hairs will get picked up, and then when I run the Silk Epil 9 over the same spot, it starts plucking away. ... "
" ... Have owned several more expensive brands but this one outperformed all of them and still is running strong. ... As a transgender woman, yes, this one gets a good workout. ... "
" ... I love it and it will save you a lot of money on razors in the long run. ... "
Noise Cancellation
3make
+33%
-67%
" ... I couldn't get over the noise. ... "
" ... is too noise. ... "
Defective Delivery
3piece, one, box
-100%
" ... The box is scuffed. ... "
" ... I want my money back or a new piece if its a defective piece! ... "
Touch Sensitivity
3weeks, better
+100%
" ... Good for a few weeks and then touch up! ... "
" ... Def better than my mini one, which is better for touch ups ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 0.16 meters
Weight: 226.8 grams