Bleame is a “crystal hair eraser” that’s used as a convenient alternative to waxing, shaving or professional laser treatment to remove body hair. The brand describes their product as “painless and non-toxic” and suggests that it’s easy to use.
But how does Bleame actually work, and is it safe? How does the cost compare to waxing, shaving and laser treatment? Is Bleame proven to work in research studies? And how do real users rate and describe the effects of Bleame?
In this article we’ll answer all of these questions and more, as we analyze the technology behind Bleame to give our take on whether or not it’s likely to work.
We’ll also discuss the risk of side effects, provide a cost comparison to other hair removal methods, and feature real Bleame customer reviews.
How Does Bleame Work?
Bleame’s website states that their devices “uses nano-crystalline technology,” but this doesn’t explain how the device actually works.
The instructions state to run the device along the skin in circular motions, which suggests it may be an epilator, which is a type of technology that removes hair from the root.
But epilators typically cause pain, and Bleame describes their device as painless, which leaves us confused about the mechanism of action of Bleame.
We consider it to be a red flag that Bleame fails to clearly describe how their device works, because without this information consumers (and researchers like us) can’t assess whether or not it’s likely to be effective.
Is Bleame Overpriced?
Bleame currently costs $49 on the brand’s website, and the site states that it can be used for up to a year.
Let’s assume that someone considering Bleame removes body hair twice per week. That’s 104 times per year, equating to a cost-per-treatment of $0.47.
Here’s how that compares to other popular hair removal methods (estimates):
Laser hair removal: $400
Waxing: $150
Bleame: $0.38
Shaving: $0.20 (link to Amazon Basics women’s razors)
Amazon Basics women’s razors are less than half the cost of Bleame if the razor head is replaced monthly, but the cost of shaving cream will slightly increase that per-use expense.
Clearly Bleame and shaving are much cheaper than other hair removal methods. We do not consider Bleame to be overpriced, and we think Bleame is priced very reasonably for the convenience it can potentially provide.
Real People Try Bleame
A YouTube creator named Doro Cubillo reviewed Bleame:
Another YouTube creator named Elanor Phoenix claims to have had a worse experience that included significant skin irritation:
Why to Avoid Bleame on Amazon
We typically recommend that consumers check out Amazon before purchasing a product, because prices can be lower on Amazon than on a brand’s website (especially when shipping is considered).
However, in the case of Bleame, we would recommend that interested consumers purchase directly from the brand’s website only.
The reason is that it’s unclear whether the top-selling "Bleame" product on Amazon is actually sold by Bleame. It has a slightly different aesthetic, is priced much lower, and there is no mention of Amazon listings on the Bleame website.
In our opinion, it appears that a competitor may be trying to undercut Bleame by selling a similar product at a lower price on Amazon.
The risk of receiving a counterfeit product can be higher when purchasing from a third-party seller, so the safest bet in this case would be to purchase directly from the manufacturer.
Does Bleame Cause Side Effects?
It’s difficult to assess the risk of side effects, because Bleame doesn't appear to have been studied in any clinical trials, and the brand fails to describe the technology used.
However, many of the YouTube reviews we came across mentioned redness and irritation.
Bleame lists these as potential side effects on their website, stating: “some mild redness and irritation can be expected, but it should subside within a few hours.”
The risk of side effects may be higher with Bleame than with shaving, because it’s an unknown technology and we haven’t come across any evidence or clinical trials proving the safety of this technology.
A TikTok user named Cydney E. claims that Bleam caused side effects:
@itscydneybetch #stitch with @stark.stark.stark DO NOT BUY THIS #greenscreen #hairo #bleame #hairremoval ♬ original sound - Cydney E.
Customers Rate Bleame
Bleame currently has a rating of 1.02 out of 5 stars on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website, which is nearly the lowest possible rating.
Many reviewers complain of the company being a scam or causing skin damage.
A BBB user named “Caitlin L” claims the products damaged her skin and that she can’t get a refund:
“Dont buy ANYTHING from this company! The products will rip your skin to shreds and they do not honor the 30 risk free that is plastered all over their website!!!...I have initiated the process to get my refund but I think they will just end up ignoring me. I have called my bank as well to report fraud. I hope this company gets shut down!!!!”
Many brands have low ratings on the BBB website, as that’s primarily where customers go to complain, but what’s more concerning to us is that Bleame does not respond to most comments to try to resolve the situation, which is the sign of a low-quality brand.
Our Clean Hair Removal Picks
The Flasher 2.0 from Nood is our top hair removal pick.
This device is cleared by the FDA and uses IPL technology, which is clinically shown to be effective and safe for hair removal as we documented above in this article.
MBG Postbiotic Body Lotion is our top post-hair-removal body lotion pick.
Squalene (which is included) is clinically shown to hydrate the skin, and shea butter was described as having moisturizing effects in a medical review published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences.
Both of the products recommended in this section are entirely free of ingredients or materials that we consider to be unhealthy.
Bleame Pros and Cons
Here are the pros and cons of Bleame in our opinion:
Pros:
- Highly affordable
- Cheaper than laser
- Cheaper than waxing
- Most online reviews claim it’s effective
Cons:
- More expensive than shaving
- Brand fails to explain how it works
- May cause redness
- May cause skin irritation
- Brand doesn’t respond to most customer complaints on BBB site
