Braun Silk-épil 5 SE5-230 Wet and Dry Epilator
- Hair as short as 0.5 mm caught by MicroGrip tweezers
- Up to 1 month of smooth skin, per Braun
- 3.7 volt lithium ion battery, included, cordless
- Massage roller cap to reduce pain sensation
- Wet and dry use promoted, spec sheet says not water resistant
- 346 g item weight
- Shaver head, bikini trimmer and trimmer comb included
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A cordless epilator for women who want weeks of smooth legs without salon waxing. The water rating in the spec sheet conflicts with the wet use claims, so treat shower use with care until Braun confirms.
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ASIN: B0CQBPJY8QModel: SE5-230Category: Epilators
Overview
Women moving from waxing get a cordless epilator whose MicroGrip tweezers grab hair too short for wax. A massage roller cap helps reduce the pain sensation, and the included shaver head, bikini trimmer and trimmer comb handle areas where epilating is not wanted.
Short regrowth is where it earns its place: there is no waiting for hair to grow long enough to wax, and no strips or clean-up. The weak spot is the water rating, which the spec sheet lists as not water resistant even though the listing promotes bath and shower use.
Who it's for
Women who wax legs, underarms or the bikini line and want to stop booking appointments are the target. Anyone set on painless removal should look at shaving instead, since the roller cap only reduces the sensation.
Pros and cons
- Grabs hairs too short for wax
- Cordless with included lithium ion battery
- Massage roller cap eases sensation
- Shaver head and bikini trimmer included
- Water rating conflicts with wet use claims
- Runtime and charge time not listed
- Epilation still causes some pain sensation
Performance notes
Results come from the MicroGrip tweezers catching short hairs that wax misses, so smoothness lasts as long as the removed hair takes to regrow. Comfort is governed by the massage roller cap and by warm water, which Braun suggests for less pain when epilating in the bath or shower.
Where it stands among epilators
- #4 most-searched brand and model of the 9 epilators lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 23 epilators we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Braun |
|---|---|
| Model | SE5-230 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.76 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 3.7 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Rose Gold |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Brush |
| Other details | |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Number Of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Hair Removal |
Closest rivals on specs
Remington EP1050FCDN Smooth and Silky Facial Epilator- Item Weight 0.76 vs 0.31 pounds (+145%)
- Voltage 3.7 vs 1.5 volts (+147%)
Philips Epilator Series 8000 BRE740/14- Item Weight 0.76 vs 1.3 pounds (-42%)
- Voltage 3.7 vs 15 volts (-75%)
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up the Braun Silk-épil SE5-230 for the bikini line?
Use the bikini trimmer with its attachments or the trimmer comb, which are included for sensitive areas like the bikini line. The listing does not describe how the heads attach.
Is the Braun Silk-épil 5 a shaver?
It is an epilator that removes hair with tweezers. A shaver head is included for areas you prefer to shave.
Does the Braun SE5-230 help with ingrown hairs?
The description says it includes an exfoliation attachment to help prevent ingrown hairs.