If you're sick of shaving and want a more permanent way to get rid of body hair, an at-home laser hair removal device may be the answer. “Multiple treatments are needed to target hairs in the growth phase, which is why it is often considered laser hair reduction as opposed to laser hair removal," dermatologist Marisa Garshick tells Bazaar. Many hair removal devices on the market are IPL (intense pulsed light), while others are classified as true lasers. Skin expert and plastic surgeon Shim Ching explains that at-home IPL and laser hair removal devices each use light to reduce hair growth, but differ in the specific kind of light that’s delivered. Keep scrolling for the best at-home laser hair removal devices, according to experts, plus tips on how to get smooth skin safely.