How does IPL remove hair?

IPL hair removal works by emitting pulses of intense light into the hair follicles.  The light is absorbed by the pigment in the follicles and converted to heat.   The absorbed light heats the hair, which damages or destroys the regrowth potential of the follicle - all without damaging the surrounding tissue.

During the treatment, parameters are set to ensure effective hair removal and skin safety.  Pigment in hair shaft absorbs the light.  The resulting heat damages each follicle.

After the treatment, damaged hairs are eliminated, with excellent long-term results. 

What happens during a treatment?

Your treatment begins by trimming away the hair above the skin. You may be asked to wear dark glasses to protect your eyes from the bright light.  Next a cold gel (similar to ultrasound gel) may be spread over the treatment area.  The IPL handpiece is then applied to your skin and pulses of light begin disabling your unwanted hair.  When the gel is removed, much of the hair is wiped off with it.  The remaining hair in the treated area falls out over the next week or two.

What does the treatment feel like?

Each pulse of light feels like a slight sting or pinch, similar to the snap of a rubber band.  No local anesthesia is required and most people tolerate the treatment well.

Can all hair be treated?

IPL’s unique design offers you customized treatment according to your hair color, texture and the location of body hair.  Any hair with at least some pigment in it (black, brown, red and even blond) can be treated effectively.

Is IPL safe for all skin types?

IPL is the first photoepilation procedure proven to effectively treat unwanted hair on all skin types, including dark-skinned individuals.

Are there are possible side effects?

Side effects are rare.  You may experience some slight reddening or local swelling at the treatment site, but this typically goes away within hours.  Also, the skin can become darker or lighter following treatment, but will generally return to normal within a few weeks.  Limiting sun exposure before and after each treatment will minimize the risk of complications.

How do I deal with unwanted hair between treatments?

You may shave, however, do not pluck, wax or use dipilories as these methods disrupt the growth cycle of the hair.  This is very important.

What kind of results should I expect?

IPL technology has been proven to create a permanent reduction in the number of regrowing hairs following each treatment in most skin types.  The number of treatments required depends on several factors related to your specific kind of hair and skin.  A customized treatment program will be designed for you along with an estimate of how many treatments you may need in order to meet your expectations.

RESULTS:  Imagine not having to shave, tweeze, wax or go through electrolysis again….

IPL technology offers a gentle, non invasive, long lasting solution to unwanted hair on the face, back, legs, bikini line or any other body area.  IPL photoepilation has been performed safely for many years, effectively eliminating unwanted hair.

Hair Removal

Reminders!

·         Protect your skin from the sun… wear sun screen and a sun hat!

·         No plucking or waxing unwanted hair! Shaving between treatments
    is permissible.