THE HAMMACHER SCHLEMMER INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES THE BEST EPILATOR.

New York, NY, September 1st, 2008 - Hammacher Schlemmer announces the selection of The Best Epilator chosen from a field of leading epilators for its superior hair removal, comfort, ease of use, and features.

"The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute is a not-for-profit corporation established in 1983 to research, test, and rate products objectively without commercial bias," explained Tara-Ann Dugan, Product Research Manager.

The Best Epilator consistently removed hair at the root for long-lasting results, while competing models merely cut the hair just above the surface. Panelists favored the unit because it "removed the most hair on the first pass" while other epilators required repeated strokes to uproot fine hair.

Although there is some discomfort inherent in epilation, the Best Epilator was described as being the "most gentle and moderately painless," thanks to its 36 hypoallergenic gold-plated tweezers that gently, yet effectively, remove unwanted hair from arms, legs, and sensitive areas, such as the underarms.

"Panelists preferred the Best Epilator because its head contours to the curves of the underarms and legs," stated Tara-Ann. "Its streamlined shape makes it easy to hold and the integrated light illuminates fine hair that is often overlooked when using other epilators."

The Best Epilator is cordless for optimal convenience and it comes with a loofah for removing dead skin prior to epilating. It includes a cleaning brush and a travel pouch, and it is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $89.95. For more information, please visit www.hammacher.com or call 1-800-543-3366.

About Hammacher Schlemmer
Hammacher Schlemmer is America's longest running catalog, offering the Best, the Only, and the Unexpected since 1848. The company provides unique products that solve problems or represent the only one of their kind, and backs its products by a rather famous Lifetime Guarantee of Complete Satisfaction. Hammacher Schlemmer's innovative offerings are available through its catalog, online at www.hammacher.com, and at its landmark store on East 57th Street in New York City.