‘80s Hair Removal Breakthrough

July 15th, 2026· 2:20

In the late 1980s, a new beauty device called the Epilady hit the market in the United States. It was an at-home hair removal product that offered women an alternative to shaving and waxing. Over 3 million women bought one or received one as a gift. Some thought it was the greatest personal care device they had ever owned. Others swore they’d never use it again. David Horowitz reports on issues surrounding the hair removal device on Fight Back! #hair #beauty #retro