IPL hair reduction is a procedure that uses pulsed light energy to permanently reduce or remove unwanted hair from targeted areas while leaving surrounding skin unharmed. The light is absorbed by melanin, the pigment in hair, and converted to heat energy. The damage then will inhibit or delay further hair growth. The procedure works best on those with dark hair and light skin.
How many treatments will I need?
Each hair follicle will be in different phases of growth. IPL treatments work best with hair follicles in a new growth phase. Therefore, you will need multiple treatments (somewhere between 2-6) in order to target each follicle during the growth phase in a given area. Treatments are spaced apart depending on the area being treated. Areas that have slow-growing hair will need 12 weeks between treatments while areas such as the upper lip may be treated every 4-8 weeks.
Is IPL hair reduction painful?
No it isn’t. You may feel a warm pin prick with the machine, but overall it is very well tolerated
Do I need to stop shaving before my appointment?
No. We recommend shaving the day prior to the appointment to reduce the risk of surface skin damage.
What will happen after the procedure?
Many patients notice redness and swelling for a few hours. Ice packs will help tremendously with any swelling and are surprisingly great for discomfort as well. It is very important that the treated skin be protected from the sun. We recommend using a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or above until the area is completely healed (around 4-6 weeks). Over time, hairs will fall out gradually. Most experience permanent hair loss, but others may need maintenance treatments. Hairs that regrow after treatment are usually fine and light in color.
Complications of IPL Hair Removal
The most common complication of IPL hair removal is the regrowth of the unwanted hair. Frequently, however, the hair that regrows is finer and lighter than the hair that was removed. Usually, regrowth can be addressed with a few additional treatment sessions. Other complications that may arise after IPL hair treatment include skin irritation such as blistering and crusting; changes in pigmentation or texture of the skin; and scarring at the removal site.
Other areas available by request/quotation. Buy 8 get 10% off of the IPL hair removal packages with nurse or aesthetician.
Examples are naval, areola, upper lip, chin, ears, toes, fingers, or sideburns
Examples are underarms, back of the neck, half face, or feet.
Examples are basic bikini, upper back, half arms, shoulders, or full face
Examples are half legs (top or bottom), Brazillian bikini, chest, full arms, or buttocks
Examples are full back or full legs
package of 3- $600
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