# Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5157 Canonical page: https://iplchoice.com/p/braun-silk-expert-pro-5 The photo and link are the IPL5157 kit sold by Amazon.com: two treatment heads, a pouch, and a Venus razor. Other Pro 5 bundles differ. ## Worth considering for Considering SensoAdapt adjustment and the caps included in a specific bundle. ## Keep in mind This photo is one kit, not every Pro 5 box. Suitability still depends on the manufacturer's chart. ## Check suitability before you buy Skin tone, hair color, health conditions and treatment area matter. [Read the starting guide](https://iplchoice.com/guide/is-ipl-right-for-you), then follow the exact device manual. ## At a glance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Technology | Intense pulsed light (IPL), not a laser | | Published output | North America manual maximum 6 J/cm², with no total-joule figure. Not comparable with a joule rating | | Skin sensing | SensoAdapt sets 4.00–6.00 J/cm² when both sensors touch skin. Sensitive modes lower output; those levels are not numbered | | Comfort approach | Sensitive settings. No sapphire cooling in this manual | | Contact cooling | Not listed in the North America manual | | Attachments | The IPL5157 page lists two heads, a pouch, a Venus razor, and a precision head. Other Pro 5 boxes differ | | Initial routine | North America manual — once a week for 12 weeks on a treated area, then monthly or as needed. Not more than once a week | | Evidence | Booklet 90059365/V-21 and the 2026-11-12 Amazon IPL5157 listing. Not tested by IPLChoice | | Shown listing | IPL5157 sold by Amazon.com | ## Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 kits compared These listings are different Pro 5 boxes. A different kit code changes the heads, case or razor in the box; it is not proof of a different handset. Compare the contents and the seller, then follow the manual supplied with the device. ### Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5137 [Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5137](https://iplchoice.com/p/braun-pro-5-ipl5137) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | In the box | Title: two heads and pouch. Main photo: handset, one additional cap, pouch and box. A later graphic adds a Venus razor. | | Listing checked | B07WYY6KKC; seller observed: Amazon.com | ### Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5157 [Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5157](https://iplchoice.com/p/braun-silk-expert-pro-5) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | In the box | The IPL5157 page lists two heads, a pouch, a Venus razor, and a precision head. Other Pro 5 boxes differ | | Listing checked | IPL5157 sold by Amazon.com | ### Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5100 [Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5100](https://iplchoice.com/p/braun-pro-5-ipl5100) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | In the box | Title: one head. Main photo: handset with fitted head, pouch and box. | | Listing checked | B0FYS44QKW; seller observed: Amazon.com | ### Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5347 [Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5347](https://iplchoice.com/p/braun-pro-5-ipl5347) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | In the box | Main photo shows handset with fitted head, three additional caps, vanity case, Venus razor and box. | | Listing checked | B09WQRVPYP; seller observed: Coffee Appliances | ## About this Amazon listing Details checked on 2026-11-12; sellers and offers can change. | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Model on Amazon | IPL5157 / PL5157 | | Color shown | White and gold | | Amazon product ID (ASIN) | B09WG9R7MY | | Seller when checked | Amazon.com | | Kit shown | Silk-expert Pro 5 handset, standard head, precision head, pouch and Venus razor (razor model may vary). | ## What to check against your manual - The listing title uses IPL5157; its model-number field uses PL5157. Both refer to ASIN B09WG9R7MY in this capture. - This kit includes two heads. Some brand graphics show additional heads available in other Pro 5 bundles. - The listing contains conflicting schedules: its bullet text says twice monthly, a graphic says 4-12 weekly sessions, and the saved North America manual specifies weekly use for 12 weeks. Follow the manual supplied with your device. - The intimate-area graphic conflicts with the listing's safety text, which excludes genitals and the area around the anus. Use the exact manual's body-area restrictions. - Extended-warranty, money-back, treatment-time and result claims in the graphics are the brand's claims and may carry additional conditions. IPLChoice has not independently tested them. ## Sources & context Sources checked November 12, 2026. - [Braun North America Pro 5 manual, 90059365/V-21](https://assets.ctfassets.net/zguhp7paefsi/cb9c892d-4be9-4204-ba06-6c00bb9a4d00/f783f7c1453b74933fd7a2e1d830a9bc/S6031_6_NA.pdf) - [FDA K190354 for type 6031 — cleared, not approved](https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf19/K190354.pdf) - [Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 IPL5157 — Amazon listing, checked 2026-11-12](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WG9R7MY?tag=iplchoice-20) ## Before you decide - [Braun Pro 5 or Ulike Air 10?](https://iplchoice.com/guide/braun-pro-5-vs-ulike-air-10) - [Before the device, check the fit.](https://iplchoice.com/guide/is-ipl-right-for-you) ## Retailer [View at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WG9R7MY?tag=iplchoice-20) As an Amazon Associate, IPLChoice earns from qualifying purchases. Retailer links on this site are affiliate links; a commission does not change the price you pay. 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