Philips Lumea Advanced IPL Hair Removal (Tested)

Philips Lumea Advanced, is undoubtedly one of the most famous and effective IPL hair removal devices among users. This is because it has a lot of benefits and a high ability to remove hair and delivers long-lasting results tested by our experts for years.

Philips Lumea Advanced models have a lightweight and luxurious gun-shaped design, providing you with the most comforting and easy use of your private body parts. Its attachments perfectly suit smaller body areas like the armpit, bikini line, face, and lower legs.

The Philips Lumea Advanced isn’t FDA-cleared in the United States. However, it is CU cleared in Europe, and clinically proven effective. However in 2023 Philips decided to update this series and renamed it to 7000 series adding more features and higher specifications.

Our Testing on Philips Lumea Advanced

The advanced, which Philips re-branded and renamed as the 7000 Series, was later followed by the Philips Lumea Prestige 8000, the Philips Lumea 9000 series, and the 9900 series. We have tested its models for years and we will provide you with detailed information about them and the results of our expert tests.

In our experiments, we focused on several points such as accessories, the number of attachments, and the results provided by the device. We also read a large number of reviews and user experiences with the 7000 series.

What Is Philips Lumea Advanced?

Philips Lumea Advanced is an award-winning IPL hair removal device, with an updated innovative gun-shaped design, improving from the standard design Philips decided to update the advanced models and changed its name to the 7000 series, not only that but also updated its models SC1999, SC1998, and SC1997 to BRI920, BRI921, BRI922, BRI923, and BRI924 adding higher specifications and new features.

It mainly reduces the re-growth of hair by applying pulses of light to the follicle beneath the skin. The pulses of light are absorbed by the hair’s melanin (color pigment), so effectiveness depends on the level of melanin in the hair.

IPL Technology was introduced to the world in 1994, and since then has revolutionized many industries, including hair removal. Philips Lumea has used this technology to the maximum potential, creating top-notch devices, including the Lumea Advanced.

Best Philips Lumea Advanced Models

Philips Lumea Advanced or as it is known as 7000 series is an excellent category of hair removal devices that contains many features and is the most popular category among users. It comes with 3/2 attachments and 250,00 flashes and smart skin features and corded use only.

The Philips Lumea advanced comes in more than one model, and the following are the previous (discontinued) models SC1999, SC1998, and SC1997 are updated to the new models of the 7000 series BRI920, BRI921, BRI922, BRI923, and BRI924. We have tested each one of them many times and we will provide you with detailed information about them according to our expert tests.

The new models:

• BRI920
• BRI921
• BRI922
• BRI923
• BRI924

Discontinued previous models:

• SC1999
• SC1998
• SC1997

1- Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 BRI924

The BRI924 is one of the early 7000 series which comes with + VisaPure mini facial cleanse. Unfortunately this model is no longer available on philips, but you still can get it from amazon. However it allows you Get hair-free smooth skin and feel free to remove hair from small areas.

Benefits of Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 BRI924

1. Contains 5 manual intensity settings, and the skin tone sensor.
2. 2 attachments: body, and face each has an integrated light filter for precise treatment.
3. Philips Lumea IPL app helps you to schedule your sessions and follow-up.
4.  Comes with a skin cleansing device + VisaPure mini.
5. Corded use, but with extra long cable.
6. Suitable for most skin tones and hair colors.

Technical Specifications

1. Corded use.
2. High performance lamp 250,000 flashes.
3. Voltage 100-240 V.
4. 5 light energy settings.
5. Integrated safety system.
6. Attachments: Body (4 cm2), Face (2 cm2), Bikini area(2 cm2)
7. Accessories: + VisaPure mini.

Note: This device is currently unavailable.

1- Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 (BRI923)

Philips Lumea 7000 BRI923 Advanced is the latest and top-rated version of the 7000 series. Contains 3 attachments for the body, face, and bikini and is the only version of this series with Special treatment bikini hair, it also comes with the Lumea IPL app for follow-up and skin analysis.

This is in addition to 5 energy levels that automatically choose the appropriate power level for your skin to remove hair effectively and without pain. It also comes with a Pen trimmer and is suitable for most skin types.

Benefits of Philips Lumea IPL 7000 BRI923

1. Skin Tone Sensor adjustable to your skin type and with 5 manual intensity settings.
2. 3 full solution face and body attachments: body (4 cm2), face (2 cm2), bikini (2 cm2).
3. Lumea IPL app free coaching app that helps you plan and stick to your treatment schedule.
4. Corded use only.
5. Comes with a Satin Compact pen trimmer to remove hair from small areas.
6. Easy to use in small areas, thanks to the compact handle.
7. Built to last, 250,000 flashes, equivalent to 20 years of lamp lifetime.
8. Comes with accessories: Eyebrow comb, Cleaning brush.

Technical Specifications

1. Corded use.
2. High performance lamp 250,000 flashes.
3. Voltage 100-240 V.
4. 5 light energy settings.
5. Integrated safety system.
6. 2 Attachments: Body (4 cm2), Face (2 cm2)
7. Accessories: Satin Compact pen trimmer.

Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 BRI922

The BRI922 is another model of the advanced 7000 series, we have tested it for years, and its results last at least 3 months of hair-free smooth skin. In addition to the 2 integrated attachments for face and body for small and hard to reach areas and extra safety. And you can enjoy the Lumea app with the bri922.

Benefits of Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 (BRI922)

1. 2 attachments with integrated light filter for extra safety.
2. VisaPure Mini Facial Cleansing Brush.
3. Proven effectiveness and long lasting results and smoothness.
4. Works effectively, easily and safely on a wide variety of hair and skin types.
5. Big treatment window for fast application on large areas like legs.
6. Free Lumea app helps you follow up your sessions.

Technical Specification

1. Corded use.
2. High performance lamp 250,000 flashes.
3. Voltage 100-240 V.
4. 5 light energy settings.
5. Integrated safety system.
6. 2 Attachments: Body (4 cm2), Face (2 cm2), extra filter.
7. Accessories: + VisaPure mini.

2- Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 Series Advanced (BRI921)

Philips Lumea 7000 BRI921 is one of the most interesting versions of the advanced series of Philips lumea as it comes with integrated attachments for the body and face and for corded use with extra long cable for more comfortable and easy use. In addition to the smartSkin feature and 5 manual intensity settings delivers effective and long-lasting results without hair.

Benefits Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 Series BRI921

1.  250,000 flashes, equivalent to 20 years of lamp lifetime.
2. Corded use with extra-long cable for added flexibility while treating.
3. Skin Tone Sensor and 5 intensity settings.
4. Every 2 weeks to get started — that’s half as many treatments as other devices.
5. 2 attachments: body 4.0 cm2 , face 2 cm2, extra filter.
6. For quick application in small areas.
7. Comes with accessories: Eyebrow comb, Cleaning brush.

Technical Specification

1. Corded use.
2. High performance lamp 250,000 flashes.
3. Voltage 100-240 V.
4. 5 light energy settings.
5. Integrated safety system.
6. 2 Attachments: Body (4 cm2), Face (2 cm2), extra filter.
7. Accessories: Satin Compact pen trimmer.

3- Philips Lumea Advanced IPL 7000 Series (BRI920)

The Philips Lumea 7000 Series BRI920 is one of the best Philips Lumea releases ever and to this day it is still an excellent choice for many people. This is because it comes with excellent features that give great results in a short time and enjoy 12 months of hair-free smooth skin.

This is in addition to its unique price and its ability to get hair-free and smooth skin without pain and completely comfortably. Philips Lumea 7000 Series BRI920 comes with body integrated attachment (4 cm2), and a large number of flashes 250,000 flashes, which makes it equivalent to 20 years of lamp lifetime. 

Philips Lumea IPL 7000 Series (BRI920) Features

1. Skin Tone Sensor and 5 intensity settings for a comfortable and easy experience.
2. 1 body attachment (4 cm2), for use below the neckline.
3. Corded use for treatment on small areas.
4. Optimized with the Philips Lumea IPL app.
5. Suitable for a wide range of skin tones and hair colors.
6. Comes with a Satin Compact pen trimmer to remove hair from the small areas.

Technical Specifications

1. Corded use.
2. High performance lamp 250,000 flashes.
3. Voltage 100-240 V.
4. 5 light energy settings.
5. Integrated safety system.
6. 1 Attachments: Body (4 cm2).
7. Accessories: Satin Compact pen trimmer.

Does Philips Lumea Advanced suit my skin tone?

It’s mainly advised to check if the IPL hair removal device works effectively on your skin tone and hair color. A handful of online reviews we read have complaints from women who couldn’t use the device due to ineffective skin tone.

Lumea Advanced works on naturally dark blonde, brown and black colored hairs and on skin tones from very white to dark brown. Furthermore, Philips Lumea Advanced cannot be used to treat white/grey, light blonde, or red hair and is not suitable for very dark skin.

Additionally, Lumea Advanced has a 4.5/5 stars rating on the official Philips website.

Is Philips Lumea Advanced safe?

Philips made sure any new technology it adapts, meets the highest standards of safety. The same goes when it started using the IPL technology for hair removal at home.

Philips Lumea Advanced is provided with an integrated safety system that protects against unintentional flashing.

It has a skin tone sensor capable of detecting your own skin tone, before starting your treatment.

Adding that to the 5 light energy settings and integrated UV filter, Lumea Advanced is an effective device that can be used safely at home.

How long will you be able to use Philips Lumea Advanced?

The Lumea Advanced has the capacity to produce 250,000 flashes, to be combined with a 4 cm2 body treatment window, meaning that you can treat a massive 1,000,000 cm2 total body area.

In other words, Lumea Advanced can provide you with over 200 full-body treatments (full legs, bikini line, underarms, and face). Doing the math means the Advanced device can last over 15 years.

Keep in mind that other manufacturing and storage factors can affect the device as well.

When to expect results from the Philips Lumea Advanced?

We always give the same advice for women who seek long-lasting results: Don’t rush your treatment for faster results.

However, Philips Lumea Advanced can still grant you the hair removal results you’re seeking in a relatively short period of time.

Lumea Advanced will give you an 85% hair reduction in just 3 treatment sessions. By the 4^th-5^th sessions, you’ll have a hair-free experience for 3 complete months.

After that, all you need to do is do a touch-up every month, to keep enjoying the hair-free experience on your skin.

How long does the treatment last?

According to the Philips Lumea official website, this device can provide excellent results when used on: Arms, Legs, Belly, Armpits, Bikini, Chin, Sideburns, and Upper lip hair.

In detail: Face areas should take 2 minutes each, armpits should also take 2.5 minutes each, the bikini line should take around 4 minutes, while the lower leg would take relatively longer period of time to complete the treatment. It’s estimated to take 15 minutes on each leg.

The user manual also affirmed that the total time to treat full legs, bikini line, armpits and face is 36 minutes. If you’re using the Lumea Advanced for the first time, it may take you less than an hour to complete a full-body treatment.

Philips Lumea Advanced Attachments

One of the cons of the Philips Lumea Essential was having no external attachments designated at special body parts.

It’s obviously known that the face and bikini line have different anatomy, which means they both need special attachments each, to be able to make the user experience more convenient.

Therefore, Lumea Advanced is equipped with 3 different attachments:

• Face attachment (2cm2): For use below the eyes
• Body attachment (4 cm2): For use below the neckline
• Bikini area attachment (2 cm2): Special treatment for bikini hair

Comparing Philips Lumea Advanced Models

The Advanced has 5 distinguished new models and 3 discontinued, that differ mainly in the number of attachments, in addition to the free equipment that comes along with it:

and to help you comprehend the difference between those distinguished models, and get to know which one is better, here’s the Table of Comparison:

	Attachments	Free Equipment
SC1999	3 Attachments (Face & Body & Bikini)	None
SC1998	3 Attachments (Face & Body & Bikini)	None
SC1997	2 Attachments (Face & Body)	None
BRI920	1 Attachments (Body)	Satin Compact pen trimmer.
BRI921	2 Attachments (Face & Body)	Satin Compact pen trimmer.
BRI922	2 ِAttachments (Face & Body)	VisaPure Mini Facial Cleanser
BRI923	3 Attachments (Face & Body & Bikini)	Satin Compact pen trimmer.
BRI924	2 Attachments (Face & Body)	VisaPure Mini Facial Cleanser

Philips Lumea Advanced Price Range

We’ve visited a handful of online stores, in different countries, and the Lumea Advanced IPL hair removal device, has a price range of 200-300€, depending on the version you choose.

At this price, the Lumea Advanced is considered cheaper than most of the other devices of the same category.

However, if you have a bigger budget, and looking for more advanced Philips Lumea editions, we’ll advise you to check Philips Lumea Prestige and Philips Lumea 9000 series.

Philips Lumea Advanced Reviews

“Highly Recommend it”

I’ve used Philips Advanced three times and the results are amazing! Highly recommend it’, Maria Said. She got Lumea Advanced recently. ِAlso She had thick hair everywhere and the best solution for her is Philips. 

Maria used to shave her body hair but shaving cause skin irritation and damage. Laser hair removal is safe, painless and gives you permanent results, that’s why she is recommending it for every woman who wants to get perfect results at home. 

“The Results Are Amazing”

‘The results are amazing; you need to follow the instructions on the user manual to get exactly what it promises’ Kristina said. It is not a magical method but it is cost-effective and in the long term, it is a cheap hair removal method.

“It is more convenient compared to salon hair removal. The results are not immediate but it offers a great low-cost alternative for salons,” Kristina concluded her review.

Pros and cons

To sum this review up, we’ve prepared a list of Lumea Advanced pros & cons:

Pros:

• Cost-efficient
• Suitable for armpit, bikini line, and face.
• Fast treatment sessions
• Long cord “around 192cm”
• CE Certified
• Safety assured
• Classy shape
• Can be used up to 15 years
• Elegant Gun-shape
• Award winning
• 3 distinguished attachments

Cons:

• Not FDA-approved
• Slower on larger body parts e.g., legs.
• Corded use only.
• No bikini attachment in the new modles.

Conclusion

Philips Lumea Advanced is an award-winning cost-efficient IPL hair removal device that can work on smaller body parts surprisingly perfect. The aforementioned pros & cons list can give you the abstract you seek.

However, when seeking a more advanced and improved Philips Lumea models, you can still visit the model’s page on our website, for other options.

In case you have any questions on the Philips Lumea Advanced, feel free to post them in the comment section down below, and we’ll be more than happy to answer in less than 48 hours.