IPL Hair Removal Therapy
Laser Hair Removal -
About the Procedure
Before each session begins, system settings are computer-customized according to skin color and type and the area of the body being treated. Treatment begins by trimming away any hair above the surface of the skin and then conducting test spots to determine the patient's skin response to different device settings. Next, a cold gel (similar to ultrasound gel) is sometimes spread over the treatment area. This helps keep the skin cool and focus the light treatment. Patients wear special eyewear to protect the eyes from the bright light. The device hand piece is moved over the treatment area, while light-based energy is emitted in highly controlled flashes or pulses. This heats up the hair, significantly damaging the re-growth potential of the follicle.
Sessions can last from a few minutes to more than an hour, depending on the size of the area being treated. The number of treatments required depends on several factors related to specific skin types, color, thickness and density of hair. Several treatments are necessary to achieve the best results. Your esthetician will provide you with a more specific number of treatment estimate during your complimentary consultation.
Most people tolerate the treatments very well. The treatment is often described as a slight tingling or a pinch similar to the snap of a rubber band or a warming sensation. Topical anesthesia can be used when treating particularly sensitive areas of the body.