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How can you make the most of your legs? With smooth and silky skin, that’s how. Designed to bring you optimal results in just minutes, the Braun range of Silk-épil epilators gently removes hair at the root so that the skin stays silky smooth for weeks at a time, not just days.
Product Overview
Braun Silk-épil® Xpressive 7681 Epilator
The absolute expression of Braun’s legendary design and technical expertise, the Silk-épil Xpressive 7681 Epilator was engineered to deliver more effective hair removal than shaving, waxing, or any other epilator. Crafted for use either in or out of the shower or bath, the 7681 offers the most relaxing, gentle, and comfortable epilation experience. In fact, it is so gentle, you can use it virtually anywhere on your body, including your legs, armpits, bikini area—even your face—to remove hair easily and leave your skin smooth for up to four weeks. The pivoting head contours to your body and features close-grip technology for extra hair removal. Its high-frequency dual massage rollers maximize your comfort and it is washable for maximum hygiene.
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Product Highlights
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Wet & dry technology Use in the bath or shower for even gentler epilation. |
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| Olay® Pre-Epilation wipes
For a gentler epilation. |
| Massaging System
Features dual high-frequency rollers that stimulate the skin before and soothes it after hair removal to reduce the pain sensation. |
| SmartLight
Comes with an integrated light to reveal even the finest hairs, so you don’t miss hairs when epilating at night or in low light. |
| Pivoting Head
A flexible head that can pivot up to 15 degrees forward and back. This means it can better adapt to the contours of the body for closer, smoother, and more comfortable and efficient epilation. |
| Hairlift System
Lifts, loosens, and gently removes even short, flat-lying hairs at the root for an extra-thorough epilation. The result–smooth skin for up to four weeks in fewer strokes. |
| Fully Washable
For maximum hygiene. | | Extra attachments for every need
Includes a Shaver Head + Trimmer Cap for bikini and long-hair trimming. Also includes a Beginners Cap for first-time users and an Efficiency Cap for fast and efficient hair removal for experienced users. |
Comparison Table

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Legs, Body & Face 7681 |
Legs & Body 7181 |
Legs & Body 5280 |
Legs & Body 5180 |
Legs & Body 3170 |
Wet & Dry |
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Tweezer system | Close grip technology, 40 tweezers
| Close grip technology, 40 tweezers
| 40 tweezers | 40 tweezers | 40 tweezers |
Massage system | High frequency massage system
| High frequency massage system
| Dual massage system | Dual massage system | Massaging rollers |
Olay® Pre-epilation wipes | 
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Cooling Glove |
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SmartLight® | 
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SoftLift tips |
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Washable | 
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| Number of accessories | 5
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| Efficiency Cap | 
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What is Epilation?
Epilation is a more effective hair-removal method for women than shaving or waxing. Epilators gently remove hair at the root, rather than at the surface like shaving, and can remove much shorter hair than waxing so you don't have to wait until hair becomes visible to remove it.
The World of Braun
Since its inception in 1921, Braun has challenged the very conventions that define design. State-of-the-art technological innovations are wrapped in pure artistry, honoring both the passion and precision of the ultimate shaving experience. Our unique goal is to create those select products that make a difference in people's lives. Products that engage and excite, creating a "Braun moment" in their own unique way. For men, that effort begins by creating shavers and trimmers that enhance their best look. For women, we strive to engineer epilators and hair care products that pair performance and comfort. This is how Braun goes beyond design to become something more.
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Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
(70 customer reviews) 86 of 90 people found the following review helpful
Multi Use,
October 8, 2011 Ilium - See all my reviews
This review is from: Braun 7681 Silk-Epil 7 Xpressive Pro Epilator (Health and Beauty)
I am not a Vine reviewer.
I purchased this epilator because it is able to be used in the shower and my current $20 shaver left alot to be desired. I have purchased several Braun epilators over the years and they have all delivered on their promise to rip your hair out by the roots.
Why epilate? I finally got tired of having to shave regularly and after a particularly painful bout of razor burn, I decided enough is enough. Something good about epilating, it hurts, yes it hurts but after a few minutes it goes away. Razor burn can last for days. And you don't have to epilate daily, you can wait several days, I have heard of people waiting weeks. Also it is a more inexpensive and private alternative to waxing.
This epilator is the most complete groomer that I have seen available in the US. It has the "massaging" cap that is supposed to help relax your skin. It may work, but regardless of what you do epilating for the first time is going to hurt. It also comes with a...Read more
39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Much better than the versions from 25-30 years ago,
August 25, 2011 N. J. Simicich "Gadget Geek" (Labelle, FL United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Braun 7681 Silk-Epil 7 Xpressive Pro Epilator (Health and Beauty)
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This is a review of the Braun 7681. Other models don't include some of the accessories, specifically, the 5681 does not have accessories like the shaving head and the shields that are not for leg shaving. The 7681 has everything I mention here.
I had offered to order my wife an electric shaver from Amazon before, but she had always resisted. When I pressed her, she admitted to using an electric shaver to poor, painful results in the past. But Vines gives out products in exchange for honest reviews, so the question is, why not try? I ordered this this device for my wife when it came up. At first, her attitude was, "Well, it has a regular shaver head, so it won't be a total loss." She had tried one of the early Brauns, with the spring, and had given up on it.
"You expect hair plucking systems to hurt a little bit," she said, "but those early Braun systems just plain hurt too much for me."
But she tried the new plucking system, first the massaging head,...Read more
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Great Product!,
May 3, 2011 pekena - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Braun 7681 Silk-Epil 7 Xpressive Pro Epilator (Health and Beauty)
I just got it today and was eager to use it. I immediately opened it up and charged it. While it was charging I read the instructions thoroughly. Once it was ready to use, I used it on my underarms. I have a high pain tolerance (I've plucked my own underarm hair with tweezers!) and found the pain tolerable. It's not as bad as I initially thought it would be. I did have bleeding but after I was done going through the underarm area, it was completely smooth! Keep in mind that I am hispanic and have dark thick hair! It's red but that is normal and should go away soon. I used it on my face with the right attachment but had to stop since it was too painful. I think I have to work my way up to that one! :) I really like the product. I used to wax and hated having all the hair in between waxing. So, with this product, I am expecting to have smooth skin all the time!!!